Tag Archives: Holy Spirit

Who Is a Saint?


When we think of Saints, we normally think of people who were extra good and who are dead but is this the biblical picture? Let us have a look at the clear teaching of the Bible. It is interesting that … Continue reading

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Isaiah 61 Part one: The Kingdom Manifesto


This passage is one that influenced the Lord Jesus Christ, he alone has fulfilled this perfectly but we are called to seek his kingdom and his righteousness therefore this passage has much to teach us.          The Spirit of the … Continue reading

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Jesus: Preached the Word, Proclaimed the Kingdom and Healed the Sick


Matthew’s description of the ministry of the Lord Jesus is very interesting one and one that we need to listen very carefully to. Matthew repeats this description twice in his gospel, this should alert us to the fact that Matthew … Continue reading

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The Personal God of the Bible


Our culture tends to view God either as some remote being who presides over the universe or as a divine Santa Claus. Even a cursory glance at the Bible will reveal something very different and because I believe that the Bible … Continue reading

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The Weakness of Man and the Power of God


We often feel our own weakness and our inability to accomplish what we want to do. Sometimes when we feel like this we look at the awesome power and greatness of God and we feel that such a great God … Continue reading

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Father For Revival Fires We Pray: A Prayer.


Father for revival fires we pray, come touch your church in a new way so that many will see the glory of your name. Jesus for revival fires we pray, you died upon the cross to set us free, you … Continue reading

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Godly Success By Mornay Johnson: A Book Review


When I first looked at this book I thought that it was another get rich quick guide but nothing could be further from the truth. Since I started reviewing books for Destiny Image I have realized more and more the … Continue reading

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The love of power or the power of love?


Where ever we turn in our culture we are encouraged to be empowered for all sorts of things. If the advertising industry is to believed then all sorts of products will empower us. The Politicians make similar promises and sadly … Continue reading

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You must be born again.


In John’s gospel Jesus teaches us about the work of the Holy Spirit and along with the rest of the New Testament teaching we see that the work of the Spirit is central to conversion. No one has ever become … Continue reading

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Chosen in Christ before time began.


In my last post I highlighted the problem of humankind’s sinfulness in this one I want to show that sin did not surprise God and his plan of salvation was in place. The Apostle Paul says he chose us in … Continue reading

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