God Blocked It! I Was Meant to Go Up in Flames But Jesus Said “No!”

God Blocked It! I was meant to go up in flames, but Jesus said "No!"

I have had several near-death experiences, but each time: God blocked it! Now, I have also shared those testimonies in other forums. But for this one, the Lord told me to share it in my blog. So here’s my testimony of where the enemy intended for me to go up in flames – literally- but Jesus said “No!”

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What is Dry Fasting in Christianity and the Alternatives?

What is dry fasting in Christianity and the alternatives?

Fasting is an important part of building our faith and spiritual fervor in Christ. There are many types of fasting that you can undertake. I have written a series of articles about how to successfully dry fast, and one of the recurring questions is: “What is dry fasting in Christianity, and are there other types of fasts?” So let’s quickly consider the types of fasts that you can undertake.

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Daily Bible Reading: Why and How to Do It

Daily Bible reading is a core part of our Christian walk.

I don’t claim to be perfect at daily Bible reading. Honestly, sometimes I forget. But, I begin to feel very anxious and stressed. And then I realize that it’s because I haven’t been reading my Bible; I haven’t been delighting in the Lord. So, let’s first talk about the importance of reading our Bibles daily, and then we’ll look at some ways in which we can all read our Bibles more frequently. Let’s go!

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David and Goliath: 10 Key Lessons for Us Today

David and Goliath: 10 key strategies for us today.
David facing Goliath in combat.

If you grew up in church, then you should know the story of David and Goliath quite well. We’ve all acted the moment when the shepherd boy David swung his sling and a stone flew from it smack dab into the giant Goliath’s forehead. We’ve all cheered at the prospect of that evil giant falling to the ground: no more troubles for the Israelites! We can remember our childlike glee and strong confidence in Christ. But, how about when we face a Goliath in our adult lives? What do we tell ourselves? How do we prepare for battle? How do we win? Let’s explore these questions. Bible Study time! Woohoo!

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How to Complete 3 Days Dry Fasting: What You Need to Know

Learn how to complete 3 days dry fasting by God's grace.

The previous articles about dry fasting tips and overcoming temptations during and after a dry fast have several queries. I am grateful to God that I was able to respond to these questions. However, I noticed one question that kept coming up: “How do I conduct 3 days dry fasting?” Since the Lord Jesus led me to complete such an exercise about two years ago, I am going to share my insights.

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Raising Resilient Children to Thrive in All Seasons

Raising resilient children is our responsibility. Two little girls walking away from the camera.

Should we shield children from the truth? We were told to keep negative issues like the threat of pedophiles, illness, and death from children. But, is this a good idea? Or should we share the truth with them on an age-appropriate basis? Let’s talk about raising resilient children who can discern and avoid danger, and also cope with difficult situations as they arise.

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Here’s Why You Need to Have Regular Family Devotions: No More Excuses!

Regular family devotions are a must-no more excuses!

These days everyone is home almost 24/7 amid the COVID-19 quarantine. Many anecdotes abound about how difficult it is to keep children occupied and yet out of trouble. But, while educating and entertaining our children is essential, we also need to pay attention to their spiritual development. This is where regular family devotions come in. Quick quiz: When was the last time you gathered your entire family to read the Bible, pray, and worship Jesus Christ? Hmmm…. Can’t remember? Don’t be harsh with yourself, simply repent and take the steps to have your family devotions once more. Let’s examine some of the reasons why you need to keep your family’s prayer altar active.

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Dry Fasting: How to Overcome Temptations During and After Your Dry Fast

Learn how dry fasting can turbo charge your spiritual life and gifts.

What is dry fasting? This is where you abstain from food and water for a set number of hours or even days. However, the length of any dry fast must be guided by the Holy Spirit of God and your health status. Earlier I wrote a post about tips for successful dry fasting. I had many comments and questions arising from that article. By God’s grace, I was able to answer these questions. Then the Lord led me to write this article about overcoming temptations during and after your fast. Let’s begin!

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