Definition: In the context of Lord’s service austerity is a manner of life characterized by simplicity, moderation and restraint in material concerns. 1. Austerity-mindedness means valuing what the Lord provides and not being wasteful. Proverbs 12:27…
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Definition: Friendships or partnerships which have negative effects upon our attitudes, actions, or physical or spiritual well-being. 1. We are influenced, for better or for worse, by those with whom we associate….
Definition: Bad pictures can be defined as thoughts involving oneself and/or others, accompanied by mental pictures having negative, violent, destructive, or perverted themes. The Bible often refers to this as evil…
Definition: Those qualities that delight or give pleasure to the eye, ear, mind or heart; loveliness; elegance; a particular grace or charm. 1. Real beauty is on the inside. 1 Samuel…
Definition: Holding on to or showing feelings of intense [strong] animosity [hatred, anger], resentment or vindictiveness [wanting to get back at someone]. — Other words that describe bitterness are: merciless, unforgiving, holding…
Definition: Behavior which exhibits courage; fearlessness; standing out in a very noticeable way. 1. As Christians, we should be bold and unashamed of the truth and our righteous cause. Proverbs 28:1 The wicked flee when no…
Definition: Something, such as money or a favor, offered or given to a person in a position of trust to dishonestly influence that person’s views or conduct. In the Bible, the…
Definition: In the positive spiritual sense, brokenness is the condition of being completely subdued and humbled before the Lord, and as a result, completely yielded to and dependent upon Him also….
Definition: The use of strength or power to force or pressure others by fear; persecuting or oppressing others by force or threat of force. 1. Bullying, or “oppression” as it is commonly…
Definition: Our Christian “calling” refers to the kind of ministry for which we are best fitted and appointed by the Lord. 1. The Lord has a special calling for each of us,…
