Arise to Greater Works!

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Step Out of Darkness

And into His Light!

I wish you a blessed Resurrection Sunday!  As you gather with family and friends remember the real reason we celebrate today.  Jesus left an empty tomb and rose from the dead.  Rather than an earthly king as some believed, He is the King of kings and the Lord of lords.  Many view Him as simply a great prophet but no other prophet rose from the dead!  No other prophet is the Son of God.   No other prophet died to open the door to eternal salvation for those who believe in Him.  Only … Read the rest

Please Join Us As We ‘Pray the States!’ Louisiana

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‘Pray the States’

In Esther’s Warriors Ministry we are ‘praying the states’ for healing for our Nation.  We pray weekly by state in the order of admission to the Union.  Our Nation now more than ever needs consistent, diligent prayer cover state by state.

Each state is important in forming our United States of America. We commit to a different state each week so we not only provide prayer cover for that state but also to remind us that our country is bigger … Read the rest

Beware the ‘Pack Mentality!’

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Live in His Freedom

I pray that you are having a most blessed Palm Sunday!   This coming Holy Week we commemorate the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem.  Palm waving crowds shouted, “Hosanna!” and placed palms at His feet.  It was a joyous atmosphere as people welcomed the man they believed to be their earthly king who would free them from Roman oppression. In the coming days He would be arrested, flogged and crucified. The crowd mentality would switch from one of unsurpassed support to that of calling for His death after the Jewish leaders sought to kill Him. Each … Read the rest

Please Join Us As We ‘Pray the States!’ Ohio

Pray

‘Pray the States’

In Esther’s Warriors Ministry we are ‘praying the states’ for healing for our Nation.  We pray weekly by state in the order of admission to the Union.  Our Nation now more than ever needs consistent, diligent prayer cover state by state.

Each state is important in forming our United States of America. We commit to a different state each week so we not only provide prayer cover for that state but also to remind us that our country is bigger … Read the rest

What Is In A Name?

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What Name Is the True Name of Destiny?

What is in a name?  Your name speaks to your destiny.  Parents weigh various names as they await the birth of a new addition to their family.  In the Old Testament God renamed Abram to Abraham, Sarai to Sarah to signify their destiny.

Time and again children were named to indicate what was taking place in the situation of their birth.  Isaac means laughter as the Lord brought laughter to Sarah, his mother.  Benjamin originally meant son of my sorrow as his mother, Rachel, died shortly after giving birth.  His father … Read the rest

Who Shapes You?

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Are You Formed in His Image

Or in the World’s?

Have you ever thought about what shapes who you are today?  Obviously, your family of origin played a part in shaping your formative years.  But what contributes to the ongoing process of sculpting you today?  As a Christian if you are fully surrendered to the Lord He is the one who molds, shapes and forms you daily from glory to glory.  However, if you choose to yield to Him only in part who is shaping you?

Blame Game Drama

Are you staying stuck in a cycle of blame, unable to … Read the rest

Please Join Us As We ‘Pray the States!’ Kentucky

Pray

‘Pray the States’

In Esther’s Warriors Ministry we are ‘praying the states’ for healing for our Nation.  We pray weekly by state in the order of admission to the Union.  Our Nation now more than ever needs consistent, diligent prayer cover state by state.

Each state is important in forming our United States of America. We commit to a different state each week so we not only provide prayer cover for that state but also to remind us that our country is bigger … Read the rest

How Committed Are You?

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Count the Cost of Commitment…

What Are You Willing to Pay?

You hear a lot these days about meditation and affirmations to calm yourself from the stresses of the world.  If only you would meditate a set amount of time each day.  If only you would affirm yourself with encouraging statements.  Naturally it is good to step out of the daily flow of life for a time each day.  Naturally it is good to keep supportive proclamations before your eyes.

How Would You Rate Your Faithfulness?

As a Christian what can you do to walk a more peaceful path on … Read the rest

Pride Divides

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Are Your Relationships Split by Pride

Or United Through Humility?

Spring officially arrives this week and for most of the country the absence of named winter storms will be a pleasant change.  This has been the worst winter on record for a very long time. Most will not be sad to see it leave.  Some seasons are clearly more challenging than others in the natural as well as in the spiritual.  Just think about your own life and all that God has walked you through.  Were there not times you felt in the midst of a major storm?  Did you … Read the rest

The Light That Leads You Through Lent

Light of the World

Come Out of The Dark

And Into the Light!

Lent has begun and offers a tremendous opportunity to step back from distractions and seek the Lord.  In the forty days leading up to Easter Christians all over the world commit to making personal sacrifices.  There is much discussion and internet posting about what is ‘given up for Lent.’  I would like to propose a slightly different approach to your Lenten journey.

Seek Ye First The Kingdom of God

Seek the Lord first.  Seek His Kingdom first.  Let the Lord lead you on this forty day journey.  Do not just ‘sign … Read the rest