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Making It Through Hard Times: Six Aspects of Christian Endurance

Posted by Roderick on May 28, 2012
Posted in: Bible Study, Christian Walk, General Christianity, Life Lessons. Tagged: articles, builders, christ, christian, endurance, endure, evans, how to endure, how to suffer, kingdom, roderick, test, trial, tribulation, war, warfare. 1 comment

picture12The Christian walk is comparable to a long distance race. Those who compete in a natural race have to be able to endure until the end. The same is true for the Christian in their journey with Christ. Every Christian has to learn how to endure as they grow in God’s grace and knowledge. Without endurance, the Christian can possess spiritual insight and knowledge, but cannot last long enough to see the fruits of it flourish in life.There are six aspects and benefits of possessing Endurance. The Christians, who understands these, will be successful in their walks with Christ.

1) Endurance is a prerequisite to eternal salvation. Jesus stated that the one, who endures to the end, shall be saved. He did not say the one who did more or knew more.

But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved. Matt 24:13 (KJV)

2) Endurance brings stability during uncertain times. Endurance helps one to maintain their pursuits in this life in the midst of adversities. Jesus was able to endure the pain and shame of the cross because joy was set before Him. He knew His suffering would result in man’s salvation.

Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.  Heb 12:2 (KJV)

3) Endurance guards against the desire to quit. Endurance has the motto that “Quitting is not an Option,” which stifles the desire to give up and quit. The desire to quit has to be tempered with the knowledge that Christ will not leave those who trust Him by themselves.

I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Phil 4:13 (KJV)

4) Endurance helps to revive faith. Endurance gives the user a since of faith. Endurance causes an individual to remember the Word of God and His personal promises.

For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.  1 John 5:4 (KJV)

5) Endurance brings the believer closer to perfection in Christ. Endurance is needed to survive the sufferings that come along with our relationship with Christ. Endurance causes an individual to look past hurts, disappointments, and ungodly desires.

Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin; That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God. 1 Peter 4:1-2 (KJV)

6) Endurance is a guarantee of success in spiritual warfare. Endurance causes believers to outlast every attack of the enemy.

Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Eph 6:11 (KJV)

Yes. Life does bring problems, both great and small. Sometimes, hardships and trials can last for years and it seems as if there will be no end. However, remember the Art of Endurance. It will be worth it in the end. Remember, our walk with Christ has promise in this life and in the life that is to come.

Well, there you have it! Until next time, continue in the faith.

I Can Recover – 3 Facts of the Christian’s Restoration

Posted by Roderick on May 21, 2012
Posted in: Bible Study, Christian Walk, Daily Living, Life Lessons, Uncategorized. Tagged: builders, christian, evans, experience, healing, hope, kingdom, life, recover, recovery, resrotation, restoration, roderick, Samson, shame, wordpress. 2 comments

Picture1Christians can learn much from the life of Samson. God used Him and he did get off track, but God still brought him redemption. If God was able to redeem Samson’s life and give him victory, He will do the same for the believer today. Samson’s story reveals three facts concerning the believer’s fall and recovery in these days.

1. Restoration is Available

First, if we have lost our strength due to some weight or sin, there is restoration. God strengthened Samson, and He will do the same for the believer today. Many doubt God’s willingness to forgive and restore. God sent Christ into the world to give men the opportunity to come to Him. This continues even after one receives Christ. The believer, who will cry out to God, even after failure, can expect God’s full restoration. God will cleanse the believer and ensure their proper relationship and connection with Him.

2. Failure is not Final

Second, God can turn our failure to victory. Samson killed more in his death than life. God transformed Samson’s failure into victory over the enemies of Israel. Samson’s end resulted in a great victory for the people of the Lord. God is able to bring good things out of bad situations. When there is purpose, God will have a plan in place to perform it. A Christian’s failure is not final. God knows how to enable the believer to redeem the time. If we learn from our mistakes, it can turn into ministry to others for their success in Christ.

3. God Remove Shames

Third, God will not allow us to live with the shame of our failure. Some think that Samson’s death was not a good end for him. But He was blind and if he live, he would have to depend on others. Therefore, it is our belief that God had compassion on him, not allowing him to live the rest of his life as a blind man. Not only will God forgive us, but also ensure that we will not have to live in shame because of our doings. He is longsuffering and full of mercy. He will be compassionate to those who recognize and turn from their wrong doings.

God is ready, willing, and able to restore. Christ came to give us life. He is not willing that any should perish. Trust that you can move forward even after setbacks.

Well, there you have it. Until next time. Continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord.

How to Become a Successful Writer – 3 Keys for the Writer

Posted by Roderick on May 14, 2012
Posted in: American Life/Culture, Daily Living, writers unlimited. Tagged: articles, author, blog, builders, christian, christianity, determination, evans, faith, freelance, kingdom, religion, roderick, success, write, writer. 1 comment

Do you desire success as a writer? Have you asked yourself these questions: “What makes someone a best-selling writer? Is it publicity and marketing? Is it the company publishing their works? Maybe, the author has the notoriety before becoming published?” In a perfect world, these factors would have little impact on writers who achieve notoriety. Although these can contribute largely to an author’s success, once the ‘hype’ of the publicity passes, the only thing left is its content. This denotes, then, that an author can have the ‘marketing campaign of the new millennium,’ but if he or she has no substance, it will diminish the success of the author’s future endeavors. Hence, the key to becoming a best-selling author does not begin with the publisher, marketing, and publicity, but with the author’s writing skill and prowess. These are perfected through discipline, dedication, and determination.

Discipline – Do not expect to become a best-selling author if you have no discipline. You cannot expect to develop your craft and skill if you are lazy. You have to set aside time daily to write; even if it is to only write down ideas and review materials that you have written. During this time, you can development your writing style and technique. No discipline means No development. In addition, discipline is a stabilizing force when one has to write under the pressures of a deadline. It will help you to learn the act of controlled creativity. You will be able to produce your best within certain time constraints.

Dedication – If you do not think like a writer, live like a writer, and have a writer’s worldview, you will only have mild to moderate success. You have to be dedicated to writing and the writer’s life; this includes being informed and educated. Attend writing seminars and conferences. These can broaden your thinking and challenge your current writing level. Always be update with the past and present world events and news, which is especially important for bloggers, analysts, and novelists. If you possess this level of dedication, you place yourself in position to be noted among the ‘greats.’

Determination – Finally, to become successful, you have to have an unwavering determination. Without it, you will not overcome the obstacles that writers face. The biggest obstacle is that of rejection. Rejection shatters the dreams of some, while fortifying the resolves of others. When you are determined, you will submit your work to as many publishers as necessary. Even if you cannot make it mainstream, determination will cause you to enter into areas that you never thought you would. Many best –selling authors resorted to self-publishing. They never would have done it without determination in the face of opposition.

Do you want to become a successful writer? It may take years of hard work with little recognition before any notoriety. Some say success is “10 percent inspiration and 90 percent perspiration.” The successful writer understands that this is not true. The successful writer discovers that “Success is 100 percent inspiration (you need it in order to write) and 100 percent perspiration (you are always working even when you are not published) and the unseen factor of timing and chance (marketing and publicity never hurts either).” However, with discipline, dedication, and determination, you will achieve success.

Well, there you have it. Write for success. Write for your health. Write from your heart. Until next time, take every opportunity to help others.

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