Books by Rich
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Sustainable SpiritualityMaintaining Faith in the Face of Adversity
All of us will, in one form or another, experience hardship and misfortune. The common plight of humanity is the experience of adversity, suffering, sickness, or other difficulties. Life can seem strenuous and unreasonably hard and challenging. Our faith is constantly tried and tested. But the pain we experience, the trials we undertake are never wasted opportunities. They will increase our spiritual education and help us develop patience, faith, fortitude and humility. Life’s trials will help us build our characters, purify our hearts, enlarge our souls, and make us kinder and more caring children of God.
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The Faith Factor123 Inspiring Thoughts on Faith
Faith in Jesus Christ is more than simply a pronouncement of belief. Faith in Him entails absolute dependence on Him. He has unbounded power and love. There is no earthly dilemma He cannot solve. He suffered all things and knows how to help us overcome our day-to-day conundrums. Faith means trusting in His wisdom when we are confused and uncertain.
Faith is power. It is a mystical, divine power that surpasses all we can possibly envision. It is the power by which God functions. It is a power that, over time, can also be yours if you desire it and seek it. |
THE POWERFUL CHRISTIAN SERIES
"But God did not give us a Spirit of fear but of power and love and self-control."
2 Timothy 1:7
2 Timothy 1:7
Turning Faith into PowerJesus says in Matthew 17:19-20, "For verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place, and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you." As believing Christians there is substantial power available to us. It is the power of faith. Through the bounteous mercy and love of Jesus Christ we receive his grace - a divine means of strength. The power available to us through Jesus Christ is very real.
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Gaining Power from PrayerEvery faithful Christian should be intimately acquainted with the remarkable power of prayer. Sincere prayer is a fountain of divine power flowing into our lives. Through prayer we gain clear and precise direction. Through prayer we access the strength of character to perform God's will – to do what is right. Prayer is the process we use to place ourselves in contact with God.
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The Added Power of ObedienceOne of the most pronounced sources of spiritual power is obedience to the laws of God. Many are more than willing to die for their beliefs than to faithfully live them. The most effective way to introduce others to the word of God is not to die for it, but simply to obey it.
When God sends us a miracle, it is because we obeyed a commandment that justified a miracle. Any desire we hope to achieve or accomplish that is exceptional, substantial, or advantageous will be realized through obedience to God’s law. |
The Healing Power of ForgivenessRepentance and forgiveness are the essence of the gospel of Jesus Christ. They are principles that offer hope, expectation and encouragement to every believer. Faith in Jesus Christ teaches us that it is worth everything to continually cleanse and purify our lives through repentance. It is because of our faith in Him that we have the power to receive His forgiveness. The great blessing and miracle is that you and I have the very same power given to us.
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The Mighty Power of the WordRepentance and forgiveness are the essence of the gospel of Jesus Christ. They are principles that offer hope, expectation and encouragement to every believer. Faith in Jesus Christ teaches us that it is worth everything to continually cleanse and purify our lives through repentance. It is because of our faith in Him that we have the power to receive His forgiveness. The great blessing and miracle is that you and I have the very same power given to us.
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The Gift and Power of the Holy GhostComing Soon.
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