Standing the Test

Prayer and Scripture, directed by the Holy Spirit, prepare the way for Christ’s kingdom in spiritual conflict.

Manipulation, intimidation, and domination can invite destructive influence, but God’s Word guards against deception.

The spirit of antichrist opposes Jesus as Messiah and seeks to replace Him with a false messiah.

From his own experience, Derek knew how to help people reject their rejection and step into acceptance through Jesus.

We are no longer under the law when we are being led by the Holy Spirit.

Spiritual gifts serve the church, but holiness and the fruit of life reveal a believer's character.

The fear of the Lord is reverent submission to God, not timidity, and turns believers from evil toward wisdom.

Rejection can wound the spirit beneath conscious thought and may lead to despair or rebellion.

Spiritual life requires the spirit to submit to God and direct the soul through Word-based discernment.

Balaam’s downfall warns that spiritual ability cannot replace godly character or justify ministry for profit.

At Pentecost, Peter presents repentance, baptism, and receiving the Holy Spirit as the way into God’s kingdom.

God calls His people to confess humbly, laying aside pride and preparing the way for effective prayer.

Trusting God’s eternal plan through suffering, growing in faith like Job, and maturing in spiritual trust.

True holiness is the unique essence of God. Learn how to pursue His nature through relationship rather than rules.

God’s restoration of Israel shows His faithfulness to His covenant and points to Christ’s approaching return.

It matters greatly what path we take. Are you on the path to knowing the Lord better? If so, you have chosen wisely.

Reaching the world for Christ is an immense task. Follow Jesus’ pattern to turn limited resources into divine abundance.

Through faith, Christ’s grace replaces weakness and sin with His fullness, not religious effort.

Fathers are called to lead their households in God’s way through teaching, reconciliation, and faith.