Love Beyond Words blog

Thought for the day Renewing our mind is not a one-time event. It’s a daily process, like showering or brushing our teeth. Our mind collects grime from daily life, doubts, fears, lies, and temptations, and it needs regular cleansing from God’s Word.We renew our mind...

Thought for the day The question I often get asked is, "how to stay in that secret place,that place of protection,with God?". In fact I can tell you how to do it in just four words: "Attach yourself to God".Go after the things of God. Go after His Word. Make it a...

Thought for the day As believers, we’re called to live with eyes wide open, not to this fleeting world, but to the eternal one. The enemy would love to keep our thoughts trapped in a temporal mindset. But God calls us to think higher, deeper, longer, and to live with...

Thought for the day Hurt tempts us to comply with a variety of emotions that are actually unreasonable and extremely damaging. We don’t aim to become bitter people in our relationships, but life happens. Scripture warns in Ephesians 4:26, “In your anger, do not sin.”...

Thought for the day There are millions of men and women that are called to full-time ministry in business, education and government, which is referred to as the marketplace. These men and women work as accountants, lawyers, entrepreneurs, farmers, chief operating...

Thought for the day Narcissism is spiritually dangerous or "demonic" for several key reasons: 1. Self-Exaltation Over GodNarcissism promotes self-worship, pride, and ego, directly opposing the call to humility and submission to God (James 4:6).2. Lack of Love and...

Thought for the day Here are some brief dangers of being overly busy:1. Neglected relationship with GodBusyness can crowd out time with Him.“Be still, and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10)2. BurnoutConstant activity can drain us and make serving a burden.“Come to...

Thought for the day God is described as a covenant God rather than primarily an emotional God because His relationship with humanity is based on commitment, promises, and faithfulness, not changing feelings.A covenant is a binding agreement, like a sacred contract,...

Thought for the day It's important for the following reasons for us to walk in divine prosperity: 1. Kingdom Advancement:Prosperity enables us as believers to financially support the work of the Gospel—missions, churches, outreach, and helping the needy (2 Corinthians...

Thought for the day We are called to live in a way that reflects the character of Christ and that includes avoiding strife. Here are some reasons why we should seek to avoid strife: 1. Strife Opposes Christ’s CharacterJesus calls us to be peacemakers, reflecting His...

Thought for the day We deal with covetousness, the strong desire for what others have, by focusing on contentment, gratitude, and trust in God:1. Contentment: Scripture teaches us to be content with what we have (Hebrews 13:5, Philippians 4:11–13). Recognizing that...

Thought for the day Dealing with jealousy begins with recognizing it as a sinful emotion that can harm relationships and spiritual well-being. Here are some ways to deal with jealousy: 1. Acknowledge it honestly: Admit the feeling of jealousy to God in prayer (Psalm...

Thought for the day We as Christians should Be Peacemakers for the following reasons: 1. Reflects God’s Nature “For God is not a God of disorder but of peace.” (1 Corinthians 14:33)2. Jesus Commands It “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of...

Thought for the day As Christians, how we win is deeply important because our actions and attitudes are meant to reflect the character of Christ. Here's why: 1. Our Witness How we win reflects Christ to others and either strengthens or damages our testimony.2. God...

Thought for the day Here are reasons why we as Christians should not wallow in self-pity: 1. It Shifts Focus from God to SelfSelf-pity centers our attention on ourselves instead of trusting and focusing on God.“He must increase, but I must decrease.” (John 3:30)2. It...