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Colleen's Corner | Spiritual Warfare & Its Origin
Genesis 3 tells us all we need to know about the enemies’ tactics to destroy the image of God in each of us. Yes, Adam and Eve yielded. But we have a defense mechanism in place that God has instructed us to employ. Colleen gives us more details. https://youtu.be/W-x2n7yTJIs
Categories: Colleen's Corner | Authored by: sparrowwebsites | Posted: 02/17/2025
Colleen's Corner | God Made Me This Way
In this conversation, Colleen explores the common justification of behaviors and identities with the phrase 'God made me this way.' She delves into the biblical perspective of humanity being created in God's image and the impact of sin on that image. Colleen emphasizes the need for restoration through faith and the process of sanctification, arguing that while we are made in God's likeness, our current state does not reflect His original design.She…
Categories: Colleen's Corner | Authored by: sparrowwebsites | Posted: 02/14/2025
Colleen's Corner | Forget Buying a Lottery Ticket | Here's Some Investment Advice
In this episode of Colleen's Corner from Embracing Brokenness Ministries, Colleen challenges viewers to reflect on how they use their time and money and where they are truly investing their treasures. Drawing from biblical principles, she contrasts the fleeting nature of earthly pursuits with the enduring significance of eternity. Using a grain of sand as a metaphor, she illustrates the brevity of life on Earth compared to the vastness of eternity. Colleen encourages…
Categories: Colleen's Corner | Authored by: sparrowwebsites | Posted: 02/01/2025
Colleen's Corner | If You Want to Make Toast, Make Sure You Stayed Plugged In!
In this conversation, Colleen Adams explores the concept of abiding in Christ as described in John 15, emphasizing the importance of intimacy with God and the necessity of being spiritually connected to Him. The discussion highlights the challenges of spiritual warfare, the need for healing from brokenness, and the importance of obedience to produce the fruit of the Spirit. Colleen uses the metaphor of a toaster to illustrate how being plugged into the vine is essential for…
Categories: Colleen's Corner | Authored by: sparrowwebsites | Posted: 12/14/2024
The Daily Memo | June 13, 2022 | Does My Life Have Meaning?
This is one of the fundamental questions that every person asks and seeks answers for, even if they don’t realize that they’re seeking answers for that. You see, our lives have meaning because every single one of us has been made in the image and likeness of God. And because of that, we all have inherent dignity and worth in the eyes of God. Now, sadly, because of sin, we’ve distorted that image in one way or another. Some of us, we recognize that:…
Categories: The Daily Memo, The Hope of Healing, The Reality of Our Present World, Our Purpose | Authored by: sparrowwebsites | Posted: 06/13/2022
The Daily Memo | June 10, 2022 | Fear In Adversity
It’s impossible to live in this world without ever facing doubt, confusion, or apprehension. The Word of God doesn’t dismiss these concerns. Instead, it tells us what to do when we’re afraid. The best response is to admit your fears to the Lord and trust Him to work out the situation according to His will and timing. Many people want to hold anyone but God responsible for their adversity—that’s because they can’t reconcile why a good God…
Categories: Walking With God, The Daily Memo, Identity Security, The Reality of Our Present World, Spiritual Warfare | Authored by: sparrowwebsites | Posted: 06/10/2022
The Daily Memo | June 9, 2022 | Fueling Your Hope
Where has Jesus come through for you? Really. Take a moment and remember. And then write it down. Remembering fertilizes our hope. It makes our faith burgeon and bloom. It strengthens our belief in the promises of God that He is good and He is for us. Remembering fuels our joy even when surrounded by thieves who want to steal it. Sometimes being a joyful person amid this crazy world seems impossible. Well then, let the impossible commence. Because one of the secrets to…
Categories: The Daily Memo, Understanding Love, Restored in Him, The Hope of Healing | Authored by: sparrowwebsites | Posted: 06/09/2022
The Daily Memo | June 8, 2022 | Pursuing the Lord
We all have ambitions and desires, but as believers, we should weigh them against God’s Word. As important as our earthly pursuits, responsibilities, and relationships may be, they cannot compare to the value of a life spent seeking our heavenly Father. What does it mean to seek God? The phrase describes a wholehearted effort to know the Father and follow Him more closely. Those who pursue this kind of fellowship with God are determined to spend time with Him. They…
Categories: Walking With God, The Daily Memo, Restored in Him, Practicing His Presence | Authored by: sparrowwebsites | Posted: 06/08/2022
The Daily Memo | June 7, 2022 | Intimacy With Our Heavenly Father
Our Creator never intended to be distant from mankind. Instead, He has always wanted an intimate, loving relationship with us. We know this because … He sent His Son. Christ came to earth so we could know God the Father. Jesus is His exact representation; His words and works were the same as God’s (John 5:19; John 12:50). Therefore, when we look at the Son, we are seeing the character of our Father in heaven. He adopted us as His children. Through salvation,…
Categories: Walking With God, The Daily Memo, Restored in Him | Authored by: sparrowwebsites | Posted: 06/07/2022
64. Identity Matters #3 | Who Is Man & Woman?
When it comes to matters of identity it's vitally important that we understand who we are. Not just how we view ourselves but more importantly how God sees us. After all, He did create us in His image and likeness - with traits and characteristics that model His goodness. All was distorted when we decide we wanted to be like God. But restoration is coming. In this episode, we go deeper into what Genesis 1 and 2 say about us and our God-given identity. Listen to the…
Authored by: sparrowwebsites | Posted: 06/06/2022