Definition: The quality or state of being fully grown or developed; having reached a final or desired state. 1. Maturation is an on-going process. Philippians 3:12,13 Not as though I had already…
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Definition: Showing patience and humility; gentleness; submissiveness; strength and courage under control. 1. Meekness is one of the fruits of the Spirit which we should both pray for and cultivate in our…
Definition: To commit to memory; to learn by heart. In regards to memorizing God’s Word, the second definition is even more meaningful, as memorization of the Word should go deeper than…
Definition: In this context, memory means retaining or recalling past experiences or facts; recollection. 1. The human mind, with its ability to remember, is a marvel of God’s creation — for which…
Definition: Given to frequent changes of mood; temperamental; especially prone to becoming depressed, pessimistic or unpleasant in disposition. 1. Moodiness saps our spiritual and physical strength and leads on a downward spiral….
Definition: The compelling force, such as a reason, emotion, need or desire, that causes a person to act or behave in a certain way. 1. As Christians, God’s love is to be…
Definition: Negative thinking is very akin to pessimism, which is the tendency to take the most unfavorable view of situations, or to expect the worst outcome in any circumstances; the practice…
Definition: The state of being easily excited or irritated, timid or fearful; instability due to uncomfortable feelings. 1. Nervousness indicates a lack of faith and trust in the Lord. Mark 4:40 And He said unto them,…
…Definition: A frightening or terrifying dream. (The word “nightmare” comes from the Old English word “mare” (or goblin) which meant an evil spirit or demon haunting people in their sleep.) 1. We…