September 2024

Apart from the expectations we have of ourselves and from God and others, there are many other natural causes of discouragement. I am sure you can come up with your own list; however, let’s discuss a few more obvious ones. Psalm 6:6-7 TPT“[6] I’m worn out with my weeping and groaning. Night after night I […]

Another natural cause of discouragement has to do with our relationship with others. 3. Expectations From Others We compare ourselves with others or use what others are doing to judge ourselves and our efforts; then we get discouraged when we feel we don’t match up. We allow what we think (or hear) others are saying

When we hear God’s word and promises, we often interpret and process them through our own thoughts, understanding, expectations and timeframes; then we get disappointed and discouraged when our expectations are not met. 2. The Expectations We Have From God (2) The story below is a perfect example of someone who misinterpreted God’s instructions, resulting

Discouragement can be caused by natural circumstances or demonic attack. We are now discussing the natural causes of discouragement… 2. The Expectations We Have From God (1) Psalm 119:49-50 AMP“[49] Remember [always] the word and promise to Your servant, in which You have made me hope. [50] This is my comfort in my affliction, that

Discouragement is a negative and unpleasant experience! Someone described it as “a dark cloud or a heavy blanket that wants to oppress us and take away our energy, drive, joy and just make us want to give up, run away and be silent.” Discouragement stifles creativity and hinders productivity. If unchecked and stopped, it can

When the Holy Spirit asked me to share on discouragement, with reference to my recent experience, I was very reluctant to do so. The fact is, apart from my family and a few close friends, I seldom discuss my problems and challenges, especially, publicly. This is because over the years, like David, I have learnt

Psalm 42:5-8 NLT“[5] Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise him again- my Savior and [6] my God! Now I am deeply discouraged, but I will remember you- even from distant Mount Hermon, the source of the Jordan, from the land of

For the past few weeks we have taken an in-depth look at the provision that God has made available to us; to enable us to stand and prevail against the temptations, testings, trials and attacks, accusations, deceptions and intimidations of the enemy. We are in the last days, and unfortunately, our world is not going

Before we bring this series of teachings to a final conclusion, it would be great for each and every one of us to do an armour check. Wearing and taking a defective armour into battle is as dangerous as having none at all. Therefore, like all good soldiers we need to constantly examine and test

As sons of God in Christ Jesus, our battle with Satan is about our destiny and inheritance, and the destinies of our families, communities, cities and nations. Satan will do everything in his power to stop you from knowing your true identity and the God-given authority that you have over him. This is why our