THE POWER OF PLANTING SEEDS

Leon FontaineDevoted

For through the eternal and living Word of God you have been born again. And this “seed” that he planted within you can never be destroyed but will live and grow inside of you forever. 1 Peter 1:23 (TPT) The Word of God is unkillable, unstoppable seed. As you spend time in devotions every day—reading the Bible and talking to God—you are planting the powerful seeds of His Word into the soil of your heart where it can begin to grow.  Now, it’s interesting how some Bible translations phrase today’s scripture. For example, the Amplified Classic translation uses the word “sperm” in parentheses to expand on the seed analogy.  We know we have to plant watermelon seeds in the ground for watermelons to grow. And …

HOW TO AVOID MESSING WITH SIN

Leon FontaineDevoted

“The words that I speak to you are spirit, and they are life.” John 6:63 (NKJV) Spending time with God is always essential, but especially if you are dealing with temptation or struggling with sin. Some people think if they’re dealing with sin, they can’t study the Bible or attend church until they get their lives together. That’s like saying, “I’ll take a bath once I get cleaned up.” No, that’s backwards. You need to jump into the tub to get clean first! Other people think hearing a pastor’s teaching once a week is enough. While listening to weekly church messages is vital to getting God’s Word in your heart, everyday devotions are also important. If temptation is knocking on your door, devotions will help …

DECIR LA VERDAD

Leon FontaineEntregate

 Más bien, profesando la verdad en el amor, debemos crecer en todo hacia Cristo, que es la cabeza del cuerpo. Efesios 4:15 (DHH)    Es completamente irreal pensar que una relación perfecta nunca experimenta desacuerdos. Los cristianos a menudo son los peores por esto, se cree que ser cristiano significa hacerse el de la vista gorda ante cada conflicto, simplemente esperar y orar para que desaparezca. Dios quiere que perdonemos, pero no nos dice que evitemos la confrontación. Negarse a hablar sobre los problemas es destructivo tanto para usted como para la otra persona.    Las relaciones sanas solo pueden desarrollarse entre dos personas que están dispuestas a comunicarse lo que sienten. Sin embargo, tenga cuidado de hacerlo de la manera correcta. En la confrontación …

THE VALUE OF DOING DEVOTIONS

Leon FontaineDevoted

I will study your commandments and reflect on your ways. I will delight in your decrees and not forget your word. Psalm 119:15–16 (NLT) My earliest childhood memories are of my parents doing daily devotions with me and my brothers. From a young age, my parents taught us the value of spending time with God.  However, I have run into many believers who aren’t sure what devotions are or why they’re valuable. So let’s take a look at what they are and why we do them. Devotions are simply spending time alone with God every day. It’s setting aside time in your day to pray, read His Word and talk with Him. The fantastic benefit of doing devotions is that you personally learn, grow and …

ACEPTAR LA VERDAD CON AMOR

Leon FontaineEntregate

Más se puede confiar en el amigo que hiere que en el enemigo que besa. Proverbios 27:6 (DHH)    Todos queremos relaciones que nos brinden apoyo, que sean fuertes, felices y divertidas. Queremos personas a nuestro alrededor en quienes podamos confiar y que confíen en nosotros; amigos con los cuales podamos pasar un buen rato, pero que también estén dispuestos a ayudarnos a levantar cuando fallamos y que nos presten un hombro cuando necesitamos a alguien en quien apoyarnos.    Para desarrollar relaciones sólidas, se debe estar dispuesto a hablar sobre los problemas que se interponen en la relación. Quienes se niegan a lidiar con el conflicto solo desarrollan relaciones superficiales o una serie de relaciones a corto plazo que se separan a la primera …