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All You Need Is Discipline and Not Prayers: The Biblical Power of Christian Discipline and Transformation

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“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind…” — Romans 12:2 (KJV)   Many Christians pray sincerely for change, breakthrough, spiritual growth, success, self-control, a better marriage, victory over temptation, and a closer walk with God. Yet sometimes, after praying repeatedly, nothing seems to change.  Why?  One important answer is discipline .  D iscipline does not replace prayer; discipline helps us live out what we pray for .  Prayer is essential to the Christian life, but prayer must be followed by obedience, action, consistency, and self-control. You can pray for a stronger spiritual life, but you must also make time to study the Bible. You can pray to overcome temptation, but you must also learn to avoid situations that repeatedly lead you into temptation. You can pray for a better marriage, but you must discipline yourself to communicate with love, forgive, listen, and honour your spouse.  This is why the...
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"Shammah: The Lord is Present – Exploring the Meaning of Ezekiel 48:35"

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"It was round about eighteen thousand measures: and the name of the city from that day shall be, The LORD is there."  Ezekiel 48:35  In the vast tapestry of biblical verses, certain passages carry profound significance, offering timeless wisdom and spiritual insight. One such verse, Ezekiel 48:35, encapsulates a powerful message: "It was round about eighteen thousand measures: and the name of the city from that day shall be, The LORD is there." In this blog post, we delve into the depths of this scripture to understand its implications and explore the concept of divine presence in our lives.  The Context of Ezekiel 48:35:  Ezekiel, a major prophet in the Old Testament, played a pivotal role in conveying God's messages to the Israelites during their exile. The book of Ezekiel concludes with a vision of a future restored land and city, symbolizing God's faithfulness and promise of dwelling among His people. Ezekiel 48:35 serves as the climax of this vision, em...
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