We all as believers have an inner advantage that the world doesn’t have. Now, most of us are not making use of it as we ought to, maybe because we don’t quite understand the gift.
When we pray in tongues, the Holy Spirit is praying for us and through us.
God’s Spirit also helps us to do this. Because we are weak, we do not know how we ought to pray. But God’s Spirit himself prays for us. He cries to God on our behalf in a way that nobody could say with words. Romans 8:26 (ERV)
Praying in tongues is more than just a spiritual gift—it’s a divine tool for supernatural growth. When you pray in tongues, you’re speaking mysteries to God (1 Corinthians 14:2). You’re bypassing your mind and allowing the Holy Spirit to pray through you perfectly, aligning your spirit with God’s will.
“He who speaks in a tongue edifies himself…” – 1 Corinthians 14:4 (NKJV)
Think of it as spiritual exercise: every time you pray in tongues, you strengthen your inner man, sharpen your spiritual senses, and tune into God’s frequency. This is how your relationship with God can grow in quantum leaps—rapid, exponential growth that doesn’t follow the normal pace.
It also builds your faith, energizes your spirit, and often brings clarity and peace, even when your mind doesn’t understand everything.
“But you, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit…” – Jude 1:20 (NKJV)
Praying in tongues is a direct highway to spiritual strength and a deeper relationship with God. It’s one of the most powerful ways to grow faster, stronger, and deeper, beyond what you could achieve on your own
Let’s pray
Holy Spirit, thank You for the gift of tongues. Help me to lean into this gift daily and experience deeper intimacy, strength, and revelation. I receive the grace to grow spiritually in leaps and bounds. Amen.
We are in a world that constantly pushes us to prove ourselves. Whether it is stepping into a new role at work and silently battling imposter syndrome, or trying to serve in ministry while feeling unqualified and spiritually unworthy. Sometimes, it shows up in our relationships—we question if we are lovable, if we bring value, if we are too much or not enough for the people around us, or those moments where you are trusted with responsibility, but deep down, you wonder if God picked the wrong person. So it’s very easy for us to sometimes feel that we are inadequate or unworthy. But God sees beyond our fears and doubts. He reminds us that our worth, our strength, and our ability do not come from ourselves but rather from Him.
“Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think anything as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God; who also hath made us able ministers of the new testament…” 2 Corinthians 3:5–6 (KJV)
The Bible reminds us that our sufficiency does not come from us; it comes from God. Paul, who preached to nations and wrote much of the New Testament, said clearly:
“Not that we are sufficient of ourselves… but our sufficiency is of God.” (2 Corinthians 3:5).
This means that you do not have to be naturally gifted to be used by God. You do not need all the answers before you obey. You do not have to feel ready to be called.
Just like Moses, who said, “O my Lord, I am not eloquent… I am slow of speech” (Exodus 4:10), or Jeremiah, who cried, “Ah, Lord GOD! behold, I cannot speak: for I am a child” (Jeremiah 1:6) or Gideon who said “My clan is the weakest… and I am the least.” (Judges 6:15–16)
Gideon was also hiding when God called him a “mighty warrior.” He saw himself as small, but God saw His potential. God told him, “Surely I will be with you.”
In God’s eyes, Gideon’s weakness was the perfect platform for victory. God is not limited by your weakness. He chooses the weak to show His strength because he knows you are more than enough.
How, then, do you overcome inadequacy starts? Here are 4 truths to consider:
1. Acknowledge the feeling, but anchor in Scripture.
Feelings are real, but they are not always right. When you feel like you are not enough, declare:
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” (Philippians 4:13)
2. Remember that God equips the called.
If He gave you the assignment, He will provide the ability.
“Faithful is He that calleth you, who also will do it.” (1 Thessalonians 5:24)
3. Walk by the Spirit, not by pressure.
“The letter killeth, but the Spirit giveth life.” (2 Corinthians 3:6)
4. Do not live driven by external expectations.
Live led by God’s Spirit. Trust His strength, not your own. Your weakness is not a limitation—it is a platform for God’s power.
“My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.” (2 Corinthians 12:9)
Conclusion:
God is not looking for those who feel ready, He is looking for those who are willing. When you show up in obedience, He shows up in power. So yes, you may feel like you are not enough—but God is more than enough. Let the same God who empowered Moses, Gideon, and so many others empower you, for your sufficiency is not in yourself but in Christ.
Online dating has become a popular way to meet potential partners, but it also comes with unique challenges and risks. While technology offers convenience, it’s essential to approach online dating with discernment, caution, and biblical principles.
Here are five caution points with online dating to help you navigate this space safely and wisely.
1. Guard Your Heart from Emotional Scams
Online platforms can create an illusion of connection without genuine intimacy. Some individuals may misrepresent themselves or use emotional manipulation to gain trust. Proverbs 4:23 warns, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” Be cautious about sharing personal details or becoming emotionally invested too quickly.
Protecting your heart ensures you don’t fall prey to false promises or deceitful intentions. Take time to verify authenticity before deepening the relationship.
2. Beware of Red Flags and Inconsistencies
Pay attention to inconsistencies in someone’s profile, behavior, or stories. If their words don’t align with their actions—or if they avoid meeting in person after extended communication—it could be a warning sign. Matthew 7:15-16 advises, “Watch out for false prophets… By their fruit you will recognize them.” Trust your instincts and seek accountability from trusted friends or mentors.
Recognizing red flags early helps you avoid potentially harmful situations, such as catfishing, scams, or toxic relationships.
3. Avoid Sharing Sensitive Information Too Soon
Sharing sensitive information, such as your financial status, home address, or workplace, can leave you vulnerable to exploitation. Scammers often target unsuspecting individuals through online dating platforms. Ephesians 5:15-16 encourages us, “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise.” Prioritize safety over speed in building trust.
Protecting your privacy safeguards you from identity theft, fraud, or dangerous encounters. Keep personal details private until trust is firmly established.
4. Don’t Neglect Physical and Spiritual Compatibility
While online conversations can spark interest, they may not fully reveal someone’s character, values, or lifestyle. It’s easy to idealize someone based on text exchanges alone. Amos 3:3 asks, “Do two walk together unless they have agreed to do so?” Ensure there’s alignment in faith, goals, and life vision before pursuing a serious commitment.
Without physical and spiritual compatibility, relationships can crumble under real-world pressures. Use online dating as a starting point, not the sole measure of compatibility.
5. Stay Grounded in God’s Timing and Will
It’s tempting to rush into a relationship out of loneliness or societal pressure, but online dating should never replace dependence on God’s guidance. Jeremiah 29:11 assures us, “For I know the plans I have for you… plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Seek God’s direction and remain patient as He leads you to the right person.
Rushing into relationships outside of God’s timing can lead to poor decisions. Staying grounded in prayer ensures you’re pursuing His best for your life.
A Christ-centered home is where Jesus reigns. It’s a space where love is lived out, forgiveness flows freely, peace is prioritized, and God’s presence is welcomed daily.
In this kind of home, Christ isn’t just mentioned or invited, He is magnified and dwells there. Psalm 127:1 says, “Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain.” That verse isn’t poetic, it’s practical. Without Christ at the center, a home can function but never truly flourish.
Here are six signs that show you’re building a Christ-centered home
1. Christ is the Foundation: Everything begins with acknowledging Christ as Lord—not just over your personal life, but over your marriage, parenting, finances, decisions, and even your daily conversations. He’s not a guest in the home, He’s the Head.
When a husband lovingly leads, and a wife walks alongside as a supportive partner, God’s original blueprint for the family is honored.
“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord” (Joshua 24:15).
2. Prayer is the Lifeline: A home that prays together creates a spiritual rhythm that invites heaven into the everyday. Meals, decisions, crises, and celebrations are all wrapped in prayer. Scripture is lived in such homes.
Deuteronomy 6:6-7; “These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit in your house and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise up.”
3. Love is the Language: In a Christ-centered home, love is not an occasional act—it’s a daily discipline. There’s space for kindness, room for forgiveness, and grace for every mistake.
Ephesians 4:32: “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
This love doesn’t mean there are no conflicts. But it means conflict is handled with humility, not hostility. Grace, not grudge.
4. Parents Model the Message: Children learn more by what we do than what we say. That’s why a Christ-centered home turns everyday life into a living sermon. Parents don’t have to be perfect, but they must be present and faithful.
Proverbs 22:6: “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
Children need more than instruction, they need examples.
5. Worship is a Lifestyle: Worship is the posture of your heart in all things. Gratitude, contentment, and surrender become part of the home atmosphere where Christ is the center.
Matthew 5:16: “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
Your home becomes a light that draws others to Christ.
6. Faith is the Anchor: A Christ-centered home doesn’t mean a storm-free life, but it does mean a storm-proof foundation because the goal isn’t perfection, it’s dependence. Every high and low is surrendered to God.
Proverbs 3:6: “In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.”
Building a Christ-centered home is a daily commitment. It requires grace, intention, and surrender. But the reward? A household filled with peace, purpose, and God’s presence.
