To understand the full intent and extent of THE BLESSING, you have to return to where it was first expressed--in the creation of man. In the Garden of Eden,…
To understand the full intent and extent of THE BLESSING, you have to return to where it was first expressed--in the creation of man. In the Garden of Eden, God's intent was for man to have dominion over the whole earth.We read about it in Genesis 1:26-28, "Then God said, 'Let us make human beingsRead More
There are many reasons people are overweight--physical, psychological, emotional. But the bottom line is people are overweight because they give in to the…
There are many reasons people are overweight--physical, psychological, emotional. But the bottom line is people are overweight because they give in to the draws of the flesh, including psychological and emotional draws.Is being overweight sin? Sin is simply "missing the mark" that the Holy Spirit has set for us. When we miss it in anyRead More
Your business decisions should always be made after you have heard clearly from the Lord that you are walking in His will for your life. Then you'll know that…
Your business decisions should always be made after you have heard clearly from the Lord that you are walking in His will for your life. Then you'll know that each decision that lines up with that vision will be a step in the right direction.Hear from Him according to His Word. Get involved in thoseRead More
Are you tired of living the same old way? Jesus didn't redeem you so that you could be sad, depressed, sick and broke. He came so you could have "life,…
Are you tired of living the same old way? Jesus didn't redeem you so that you could be sad, depressed, sick and broke. He came so you could have "life, and...have it more abundantly" (John 10:10).Kenneth and Gloria Copeland have been living that reality for more than 45 years, and they've taught others how toRead More
Everyone faces difficult people at some time--the auto mechanic who overcharges you, the doctor who lacks a good bedside manner, even the waiter who can't seem…
Everyone faces difficult people at some time--the auto mechanic who overcharges you, the doctor who lacks a good bedside manner, even the waiter who can't seem to get your order right and frankly, doesn't care. But what happens when those difficult people inhabit your workplace? When your workplace becomes hostile, you need to stand inRead More
Every day, commitments of honor are required of you in your job and it can be hard. It's a choice between God's honor and man's. One brings true and sure…
Every day, commitments of honor are required of you in your job and it can be hard. It's a choice between God's honor and man's. One brings true and sure success...and one brings shallow, temporal success that ends in ultimate failure. To Succeed Honorably in Your Job, Love God FirstGod is faithful to honor you whenRead More
The world today often looks at the Body of Christ with a raised brow--especially in the workplace. They've not seen honorable Christians. In fact, they've seen…
The world today often looks at the Body of Christ with a raised brow--especially in the workplace. They've not seen honorable Christians. In fact, they've seen too much dishonor, but you can help change that. You can guard the way you live your life and your conversation. You can be a strong witness for JesusRead More
Sin that has become a habit can feel like an impossible mountain to climb. But here's what you need to remember--when you were born again, you instantly became…
Sin that has become a habit can feel like an impossible mountain to climb. But here's what you need to remember--when you were born again, you instantly became an overcomer (1 John 5). You are an overcomer. That's who you are. That's what you are. The devil would give anything he's got to keep youRead More
Sin is what separates man from God. This chasm between God and man happened in the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve rebelled against God and ate the forbidden…
Sin is what separates man from God. This chasm between God and man happened in the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve rebelled against God and ate the forbidden fruit, thereby giving the authority and dominion they possessed on earth over to Satan. Because of that original sin, "all have sinned and fall shortRead More
You can be sure that God will protect your children because He's specifically said He will. His written Word is absolutely full of promises that, if you will…
You can be sure that God will protect your children because He's specifically said He will. His written Word is absolutely full of promises that, if you will believe them and act upon them, will guarantee the safety of you and your children--regardless of how dangerous the world around you becomes. One of the mostRead More
God is not the author of the curse or anything related to the curse, such as sickness, poverty and death (John 10:10). According to Genesis 8:22, God…
God is not the author of the curse or anything related to the curse, such as sickness, poverty and death (John 10:10). According to Genesis 8:22, God established the law of seedtime and harvest. This law is also referred to as sowing (choosing an action) and reaping (the results of an action). Therefore, when weRead More
The short answer is: Yes! There is hope for anyone lost in addiction. The longer answer is more complex. When we're believing for someone's deliverance from an…
The short answer is: Yes! There is hope for anyone lost in addiction. The longer answer is more complex. When we're believing for someone's deliverance from an addiction, we must place our faith in God's promises to us. Truth and hope for the future live in His Word. The Bible is not naïve aboutRead More
No matter where you come from or what sins you've committed, the good news is that when you are born again and receive Jesus as your Lord and Savior, you are a…
No matter where you come from or what sins you've committed, the good news is that when you are born again and receive Jesus as your Lord and Savior, you are a new creation and the old things have passed away as far as God is concerned (2 Corinthians 5:17). Once you have repented ofRead More
You are not alone in that battle. As children of God, none of us want to be guilty of fulfilling what Scripture calls "the lust of the flesh." In our society,…
You are not alone in that battle. As children of God, none of us want to be guilty of fulfilling what Scripture calls "the lust of the flesh." In our society, lust is most often thought of in connection with sexual immorality. But lust means "strong desire." The lust of the flesh is simply theRead More
Music can definitely influence a person's life for good or evil. Because of this, it's important for Christians to evaluate the music they regularly allow…
Music can definitely influence a person's life for good or evil. Because of this, it's important for Christians to evaluate the music they regularly allow themselves to listen to.When examining music, ask yourself what impact it is having on your life and whether that impact gives glory to God. While style has very little toRead More
Yes, there is.Mark 4:22 tells us "For everything that is hidden will eventually be brought into the open, and every secret will be brought to light." The…
Yes, there is.Mark 4:22 tells us "For everything that is hidden will eventually be brought into the open, and every secret will be brought to light." The primary purpose of this verse is to encourage believers to release their faith and believe God to reveal His Word, the truth in circumstances in their lives andRead More
Unity is vital to marriage, whether deciding on church attendance or any other important issue. God loves you and your spouse deeply, and His main desire is…
Unity is vital to marriage, whether deciding on church attendance or any other important issue. God loves you and your spouse deeply, and His main desire is that you walk in unity with one another. Sometimes it may seem difficult to gain common ground on certain issues, but by the power of God you canRead More
You as a believer must answer this for your own home observing the instruction of Colossians 3:17, "Whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the…
You as a believer must answer this for your own home observing the instruction of Colossians 3:17, "Whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father." No matter what day you are observing, it should be to the honor and glory of GodRead More
Romans 13:1-5 states that those in civil authority are ministers of God for our good. For those who observe and obey the authorities and the law, the law will…
Romans 13:1-5 states that those in civil authority are ministers of God for our good. For those who observe and obey the authorities and the law, the law will work to their benefit. But judgment awaits whoever rebels against the law and resists that authority. Disobedience to the law permits those in authority to haveRead More
Divorce is not God's best, but it is also not the end of a victorious Christian life. What causes many churches to restrict ministry by a divorced person is…
Divorce is not God's best, but it is also not the end of a victorious Christian life. What causes many churches to restrict ministry by a divorced person is the Apostle Paul's instruction to Timothy regarding selection of bishops, or elders, of the church: "So an elder must be a man whose life is aboveRead More
You are never too old to be useful in ministry. Remember, your desire to minister comes from God, and He isn't depending on your resources to complete the…
You are never too old to be useful in ministry. Remember, your desire to minister comes from God, and He isn't depending on your resources to complete the task. He will give you the power and the opportunities to fulfill that desire--regardless of your age. Philippians 2:13 says, "For it is God Who is allRead More
Events seemingly beyond natural explanation happen in all of our lives. But they are never God's primary way of making His will known. He speaks through His…
Events seemingly beyond natural explanation happen in all of our lives. But they are never God's primary way of making His will known. He speaks through His Word and by His Spirit. That should always be the main focus of our attention. As we grow in understanding of God's Word, the Bible assures us that weRead More
The Bible teaches parents to discipline their children in love. It also teaches that spanking can be done with the love of God, and when applied in that love,…
The Bible teaches parents to discipline their children in love. It also teaches that spanking can be done with the love of God, and when applied in that love, it is indeed an essential component of God's system of discipline (Proverbs 13:24, 22:15, 23:12-14, 29:15-17).Some parents might cringe at the thought of spanking their children.Read More
Your vote is important because when you vote, your ballot becomes your seed. By seeking the direction of the Lord and voting in faith, you are sowing toward…
Your vote is important because when you vote, your ballot becomes your seed. By seeking the direction of the Lord and voting in faith, you are sowing toward God's will coming to pass in our nation.But how do you know who to vote for? How do you choose the right candidate? Start with your focus.Read More
Not only does God intend for His people to be involved in the government, but He actually instituted a representative form of government. Exodus 18:21 says,…
Not only does God intend for His people to be involved in the government, but He actually instituted a representative form of government. Exodus 18:21 says, "But select from all the people some capable, honest men who fear God and hate bribes. Appoint them as leaders over groups of one thousand, one hundred, fifty, andRead More
Part of finding perfect peace is through learning to enter into God's rest. To learn more about God's rest, here's a great Bible study outline from Kenneth…
Part of finding perfect peace is through learning to enter into God's rest. To learn more about God's rest, here's a great Bible study outline from Kenneth Copeland. This outline is a part of his personal study notes and it is included in both the Kenneth Copeland Reference Edition Bible and the Kenneth Copeland PersonalRead More
If you struggle with having inappropriate sexual thoughts and feelings, know that your struggle is no different than struggling with any other perversion or…
If you struggle with having inappropriate sexual thoughts and feelings, know that your struggle is no different than struggling with any other perversion or deception that resulted from Adam's fall. We have great news! You have been made free by the blood of Jesus! John 8:36 says, "So if the Son sets you free, youRead More
Since Jesus already forgave our sins on the cross, on Judgment Day we will be judged and rewarded for our acts of righteousness, not for our sins. That's not…
Since Jesus already forgave our sins on the cross, on Judgment Day we will be judged and rewarded for our acts of righteousness, not for our sins. That's not to say sin has no effect on us. Sin can still affect us by opening the door for Satan to attack us as long as weRead More
As Brother Copeland has studied the words and life of Jesus, he has seen again and again that when Jesus was on earth, hearing and obeying the Father was…
As Brother Copeland has studied the words and life of Jesus, he has seen again and again that when Jesus was on earth, hearing and obeying the Father was essential to His success.It's essential to ours, too. If we want to live the kind of supernatural life that Jesus lived, we must slow down enoughRead More
Weight loss is a matter of personal changes. And yes, God can help us make changes in our lives. We need His power that brings change.We know how to lose…
Weight loss is a matter of personal changes. And yes, God can help us make changes in our lives. We need His power that brings change.We know how to lose weight: Move more, eat less. That's basic to overall healthy weight loss. But how many actually do the basic things consistently and reach their goals?ToRead More
When we have decisions to make about business relationships that will affect our future and our families, we would be better off to enter into relationships…
When we have decisions to make about business relationships that will affect our future and our families, we would be better off to enter into relationships with people who share like faith and values and who have maintained reputations of high integrity and service.Paul tells us in 2 Corinthians 6:14, "Do not be unequally yokedRead More
Certainly none of us can go through a day without interacting with non-Christians.However, when we have decisions to make about contractual work or other types…
Certainly none of us can go through a day without interacting with non-Christians.However, when we have decisions to make about contractual work or other types of business where our quality of life will be affected, we will be better off entering into relationships with people and companies with good reputations and high integrity.Let God guideRead More
Dealing with the death of a loved one, whether you are prepared for it or not, can be very difficult. It's natural to experience sadness over the separation.…
Dealing with the death of a loved one, whether you are prepared for it or not, can be very difficult. It's natural to experience sadness over the separation. But be aware that Satan will try to get you to stay in a place of sadness--a place where sorrow and grief will attempt to press inRead More
Let's establish something from the beginning--as a Christian, you have the right and authority to be free from depression. God has given you His armor, and you…
Let's establish something from the beginning--as a Christian, you have the right and authority to be free from depression. God has given you His armor, and you can use it to stand against the strategies of the enemy (Ephesians 6:10-18). If you put on God's armor and pray, Satan has no chance! However, you willRead More
Psalm 91:16 says, "With long life will I satisfy him, and show him My salvation" (NKJV). The Bible has a lot to say about God's will concerning our life here…
Psalm 91:16 says, "With long life will I satisfy him, and show him My salvation" (NKJV). The Bible has a lot to say about God's will concerning our life here on the earth--how we are to live and for how long. God has a good, long life planned for us. But without that revelation, weRead More
"Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you." -Exodus 20:12 (NIV) The command to honor your…
"Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you." -Exodus 20:12 (NIV) The command to honor your parents may seem easy to some, while much more challenging for others who were raised in negative or abusive environments. Are all parents deserving ofRead More
Total immersion requires an investment of time. If you're looking for a big renewing of your mind, our suggestion is 30 days. You don't necessarily need to…
Total immersion requires an investment of time. If you're looking for a big renewing of your mind, our suggestion is 30 days. You don't necessarily need to take time off work (although that would be great), but you'll need to adjust your schedule to make your focus the Word of God. For example, if youRead More
When the Word says we are to be partakers of Christ's suffering, it simply means we are to enter into the victory that Jesus bore for us on the cross (1 Peter…
When the Word says we are to be partakers of Christ's suffering, it simply means we are to enter into the victory that Jesus bore for us on the cross (1 Peter 4:13). As we enter into that victory, we encounter spiritual warfare. That's where the sufferings come from--standing against the forces of evil. ResistingRead More
In John 10:34-35, Jesus quoted an Old Testament passage which said, "...You are gods, And all of you are sons of the Most High" (Psalm 82:6). The New American…
In John 10:34-35, Jesus quoted an Old Testament passage which said, "...You are gods, And all of you are sons of the Most High" (Psalm 82:6). The New American Standard Life Application Study Bible has the following to say about these verses: "Jesus referred to Psalm 82:6, where the Israelite rulers and judges are calledRead More
Faith is key to receiving from God! But what happens when we're standing in faith, and we still don't see our breakthrough? We find the answer in 2 Peter…
Faith is key to receiving from God! But what happens when we're standing in faith, and we still don't see our breakthrough? We find the answer in 2 Peter 1:5-7. There are seven things we must add to our faith for it to be effective. If something isn't manifesting in your life, check the following:Read More
