perspective and training for the life of the Spirit
Here’s a question from a reader who is going through a difficult situation. You can leave her your encouragement in the comments. Question: I am so much confuse right now. I wanted to move from the heartaches and for being abandon of a husband. We just married for almost 4 years but I never felt being loved instead he showed how he had hurt me for having an affair to many women and worse had already a child of [...] Read more »
I’ve been told by my hosting provider that I’m using up too many resources with RevTrev.com. That got me looking at my stats for page views to see what the issue could be. It’s humbling and a little scary if you knew half of my plans for RevTrev.com. I really need to find a host that can effectively handle the traffic. Few people told me this was part of the process for a successful blog. Anyway, that’s my problem not [...] Read more »
Does it feel like Christmas is coming in your part of the world? My sister returns from Africa in a couple of days. She’s home for Christmas and them off (I think) to the Dominican Republic for another short term missions trip. She’s been asked by the organization she was with in Africa to write a book about her experiences. I’ll show her how to plan the book out and will likely publish it through ExpectancyPress.com What makes it “feel” [...] Read more »
How God Heals part 6- a message from Trevor Lund of RevTrev.com How God Heals Part 6 – RevTrev Radio How God Heals So many times we wonder if it’s God’s will to heal. Let’s take a look at what the Bible says about that. There are also questions why healing doesn’t come. While “I don’t know” can lead to encouragement, there are other Biblical answers that can also increase expectancy. Could one of the reasons people don’t get healed [...] Read more »
Here’s a question a very passionate person sent me about to fund-raise through Social Media and other “out-of-the-box” strategies. I had to point him the the expert in what I consider “out-of-the-proverbial-box” strategies. Let me know what you think. Question: I would love to know your thoughts on fundraising for non-profits via social media and other “out of the box” ways to raise funds for small ministries Thanks! Answer: This is one case where I know someone who has a [...] Read more »
Here’s a question that I know my answer will have some people will be accusing me of putting people under a curse. I’d appreciate hearing your thoughts and concerns. Question: I was raised to tithe. I’ve tithed the better portion of my life. When my husband took over the finances he decided that we couldn’t afford to tithe, so that got cut out. He still “lets” me give occasionally…if there’s extra, or when I feel particularly led he doesn’t complain [...] Read more »
Here’s yet another question from another reader with a similar struggle. It’s great to remember 1 Corinthians 10:13 “No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.” But the question becomes, “How can I practically live that out?” I’d appreciate your comments. [...] Read more »
This has been one of those kinds of weeks. I’m not discouraged, but more amazed at the emerging pattern. I have a muslim who calls himself a cleric who wants to debate me on Twitter. I have a reader who keeps emailing me arguments from 1800 years ago who I sense wants me to convert to gnosticism. I’ve told them both, “I wasn’t argued to the faith I have, I can’t be argued from it.” I’ve never really seen debates [...] Read more »
Here’s a series of questions from a reader on the history of Jesus. I hope I wasn’t too sarcastic. Question: What nationality and colour was Jesus Christ? What language was Jesus Christ speaking. Where was Jesus Christ between 13yrs and 30yrs. Who was the wife of Jesus? How many children did Jesus christ bore with his wife. Remember these quote “Don’t cry for me but for yourselves and your children” The words from a caring father,husband and son. Answer: Jesus [...] Read more »
These are questions I need a lot more time to answer fully but let’s start with the basics right now. How are we to do everything we are to do? Let me know what you think in the comments. Question: I’ve been so caught up in my emotions recently, I haven’t noticed that God was busy encouraging me with his servants and I have been ignoring. I recently sort references to aid me to understand more about our unfailing God [...] Read more »
I woke up with a thought “Why do I take things only so far?” I’ve had almost everything to go with my book and toolbox for Imagine Ghostwriting. I just needed to get the site up. I wrote this because of the many questions people asked me about Ghostwriting. A lot of those questions are answered in the book. I started ghostwriting because I had so many people ask me for help with their book. They had a message to [...] Read more »
Here’s another question I finally got around to at least partially answer this week. I’d appreciate your thoughts and input on it. Question: When I pray I pray several ways. first its usually for an hour each day. I will always worship, I will pray in tongues, and I will pray what God tells me to pray. The last part is what I have a question about. I consider praying in the spirit to be prayer directed by the Holy [...] Read more »
I got this question a while ago and responded to the email right away. I’ve got a lot more to say about this and will be posting more, but your questions and comments will help me address your concerns as well… Question: I would love to hear your thoughts on waiting upon GOD for His direction, wanting more in our lives vs being contented with our lives even when dreams and desires seem so much more fulfilling. Answer: Emery, Thank [...] Read more »
Here’s a question I got from someone on Twitter. I asked her to email me because I had more than 140 characters of advice. What’s your advice for her? Question: As requested on Twitter I am emailing you. I have went to this church for 6 years. I absolutely love the pastors but don’t fit in with the people. I have been involved in two different ministries, each for about two years, joined a woman’s Bible study for over a [...] Read more »
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Here’s another question from a reader of the RevTrev Newsletter. I’d appreciate having your thoughts on this topic. Please leave your comments. Question: Is the members of the church responsible for meeting all of the Pastor and 1st family needs. (I know church members who have lost gifts the Lord gave them because they felt guilty to meet the need of the pastor and his family when pressured to give what they don’t have or been instructed by the [...] Read more »