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This truth is a powerful shield against all forms of evil!

One of the most important things we look for in quality relationships is truthfulness and integrity. Without that, there can be not trust. The courts are full of lawsuits alleging that people were lied to or betrayed. Unfortunately, this is part of the human condition. We fail each other because of so many variables. However, God is not man that He should lie. When He promises something, He honors His words. His integrity and nature are like a shield to all those who take refuge in Him. Think about it: most of our national issues come from broken promises, betrayal, gossip, slander and outright lies. But when we consider God’s promises, they are pure and consistent. Even though friends, family members, co-workers might change, God never changes! He remains faithful and true, and we can always trust Him. He is our shield in times of trouble!

Proverbs 30:5 (ESV) “Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.”

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Who’s voice are you listening to?

There are many voices, all shouting to be heard in this day. It is impossible to listen to them all. We need to discipline our minds and hearts to focus on the voices that are connected to our spiritual DNA. There is the voice of God. His voice always falls in line with His written word. Any voice that tells you something that doesn’t fall in line with God’s word needs to be ignored! There is the voice of your purpose. This voice will help you to focus on the things that will help you to achieve what God called you to do. There is the voice of your flesh or emotions. This voice must be harnessed and submitted to the will of God, or else it will rule over you and only insist only on pleasure, comfort and safety. It is selfish and can be very petty. That is why Romans 12:2 says: “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” Our natural mind does not understand the things of God, so it must be trained and harnessed so that we can be useful and fruitful in the Kingdom of God. Finally, there is the voice of the devil. You can only discern this voice if you know God’s word. This voice only comes to kill, steal and destroy. Reject this voice immediately. This voice will even use half-truths to try to deceive you. Never entertain this voice as it will rob you of your purpose and destiny. Ok, it’s time to self-assess…..what voice are you listening to?

1 John 4:1 “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world.”