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In this world we are faced by many situations that can result in severe stress, anxiety, fear, anger, frustration, grief, hopelessness and many other tumultuous emotions. These feelings can overwhelm us, ruin our health, and diminish our ability to move forward.

But when we trust God and seek His guidance, He helps us make our way courageously through uncharted waters. He gives us his peace; a calmness and joy that knows no understanding, so that we develop a better sense of control over our thoughts and emotions, allowing us to make good decisions and move forward.

“The cyclone derives its powers from a calm centre. So does a person.” Norman Vincent Peale.

The Word of the Lord bids us to be strong and courageous as we face the storms. “Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." Deuteronomy 31:6

In which storm will you trust the Lord for deliverance? Seek to have a calm centre and you will acquire the power you seek.

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Lesser Commandments?

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Tuesday, 03 January 2012 16:01

Lesser Commandments?

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“Anyone who breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do the same will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the kingdom of heaven”. (Matthew 5:19 NIV)

Do you think there are some lesser commandments you are not obligated to obey? Do you give “simple” lies on your mobile phone that mislead others, for example as to your actual location?

Have you accepted that it is alright to give inducements to certain government officers because “everyone” does it? Do you believe that it is impossible to remain faithful to your spouse because of the way people are “wired” or how the spouse has turned out?

Do you profess Christ outwardly, but inside you are a hypocrite with no real allegiance to Him; drinking wine while preaching water?

Anybody who professes Christ is obligated to follow all the rules without exception and not relax them unilaterally. What we need to do is to pray for strength to resist and overcome all trials and temptations. We shall be judged by our actions and the example we show others, and also the attitude of our hearts.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 January 2012 07:54