Category: Spiritual growth
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Workers of Worth: What Every Christian Should Know About Work and Workers
Happy Workers’ Day to you, dear Deliberate Christian! Today, as the world celebrates the contribution of workers globally, it’s a good time to pause and reflect: What does God think about work? What kind of worker are you — not just in your office, but in your home, ministry, and even the secret places of…
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7 Powerful Reasons Christians Must Pray Against The Hijack of Their Good Intentions For Evil
Have you ever tried to help someone, only to have your kindness twisted into something negative? Have you ever made a decision with good intentions, but it backfired in ways you never expected? You’re not alone. The Bible is filled with stories of people whose good intentions were hijacked for evil. This is why Christians…
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How to Attain Good Success: A Christian Guide to Aligning with God’s Plan
How to Attain Good Success: Aligning Your Plans with God’s Purpose Have you ever wondered why some successes feel empty, while others bring peace, even if they seem small? That’s because good success isn’t just about results—it’s about alignment with God. Let’s unpack how to experience this divine kind of success, using simple biblical truths…
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How to be deliberate in your church relationships
In the midst of people of different ages, backgrounds, challenges and spiritual growth levels, everyone involved should be deliberate about making the best of their church relationships
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The Power of Thanksgiving: How to Unlock More Blessings Through Gratitude
Many Christians only give thanks when God has done something tangible for them. But did you know that thanksgiving is more than just a response to blessings? It is a powerful spiritual tool that can open doors, bring encouragement, and multiply resources even in times of need. In 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NIV), the Bible instructs:“Give…
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Are you waiting right?
The waiting period is usually plagued with conflicting voices from within and without. Distinguishing truth from lies will determine how well you are able to wait on God.
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Are You A Stumbling Block? How Your Actions Can Affect Others
Memory Verse “But be careful with your freedom. Your freedom may cause those who are weak in faith to fall into sin.” — 1 Corinthians 8:9 (NCV) As Christians, we are called to live in the freedom Christ has given us. However, freedom is not an excuse for carelessness. The way we live, speak, dress, and…
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How to secure your eternity goals in marriage
Your eternity goals as a Christian supersedes all you want to achieve in life. A deliberate Christian should ensure that all they do with and in their lifetime aligns with their eternity goals. Any activity that does not align with your eternity goals is a disservice to your salvation and spiritual walk. What are Eternity…
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5 uncontestable reasons why you should celebrate the birth of Jesus differently this Christmas
As we wine and dine in celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, do you think there might be a chance that you might have been celebrating Christmas the wrong way for so long? I know that might sound a bit unbelievable because you might have been celebrating Christ the wrong way since you knew…
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How to live in dominion
Shared by Deliberate Christian Olaitan Yusuf Dominion means to rule, control or have sovereign authority over something. According to the bible, dominion is a God-given gift to mankind. Then God said, “Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds…
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Prayers for God to fire up my walk
There is an urgent need for God to fire up the walk of all Christians because our walk signifies our relationship with God. It shapes how we see God, how we approach him, our expectations and how we receive from him. A fired-up walk aligns our desires to God’s will Abram wanted a son, God…
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Are You a Functional Member of the Body of Christ? How to Glorify God in Your Church
Christianity Is Active, Not Passive Many Christians see church as a place to receive rather than a place to serve. They attend services, listen to sermons, and benefit from the prayers of others—but never contribute to the work of the ministry. However, God never called us to be spectators. The Bible says: “Now you are…