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The modern church has turned what was meant to funnel people through a narrow gate of reliance on God's grace alone, into a buffet line. They've got their plates in hand, they scan the Scriptures, "Hmmmmm...let's see...I'll take - [Can Christians Have Tattoos?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/can-christians-have-tattoos/) - And on His robe and on His thigh He has a name written, "KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS." Revelation 19:16 Pardon me while I barf a little, as I quote some judgmental phrases about tattoos: "How dare you get a tattoo! Heathen! That clearly goes against the holy Word of God! How are you going to - [Is the King James Bible the Best Version?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/is-the-king-james-bible-the-best-version/) - "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning." John 1:1-2 Another person has died and stands before Jesus Christ. "Oh it's so good to be here!" they yell and run toward Him. "Stop." The Son of God puts out - [When Did the New Covenant Begin?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/when-did-the-new-covenant-begin/) - But God found fault with the people and said: "The days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the people of Israel and with the people of Judah." Hebrews 8:8 Picture it. Your brow starts to look like a strip of miniature bubble-wrap as you perspire greatly. Shocked, while - [The Danger of Mixing the Old and New Covenants](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-danger-of-mixing-the-old-and-new-covenants/) - "No one pours new wine into old wineskins. Otherwise, the wine will burst the skins, and both the wine and the wineskins will be ruined. No, they pour new wine into new wineskins." ~Jesus Mark 2:22 "Matt, you're just confusing people! Stick to the Bible and teach God's Word!" a furious comment shows up under - [Christians Don't Have a Sinful Nature](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/christians-dont-have-a-sinful-nature/) - "Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature" See 2 Peter 1:4 Your body was God's idea. It is perfect in every way. Although you might not think it's perfect, God still does. Your flesh is His most amazing creation. - [What's the Real Greatest Commandment?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/whats-the-real-greatest-commandment/) - "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another." John 13:34 "Matt, what's the real greatest commandment?" Before I came to understand the New Covenant, if I was asked this question, my answer would've been wrong. I'd reply, "Love God with all my heart, - [Is Christian Universalism True?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/is-christian-universalism-true/) - "Today if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts" See Hebrews 3:15 The answer to the title of this devotional is, "No, Christian Universalism is not true." If it were, we would have to ignore quite a bit of Scripture about three things: Choosing to believe Evangelism Warnings about hell What is Christian - [The Importance of Repentance](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-importance-of-repentance/) - “Repent!” That word used to be a fighting word for me. It was a fighting word because I was yet to fully understand its meaning. With truthful delivery, repentance is not a legalistic thing at all. It's a wonderful gift from God! It's very healthy for us to engage in repentance! If we make a - [Why We've Never Needed the Ten Commandments](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-weve-never-needed-the-ten-commandments/) - "Now if the ministry that brought death, which was engraved in letters on stone, came with glory, so that the Israelites could not look steadily at the face of Moses because of its glory, fading as it was, will not the ministry of the Spirit be even more glorious?" 2 Corinthians 3:7-8 The short answer to - [The Truth About the Lord's Prayer](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-the-lords-prayer/) - "And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him." Matthew 6:7-8 The Lord's Prayer is something to behold. It's very interesting: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed - [The Truth About Speaking in Tongues](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-speaking-in-tongues/) - "We hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues!" See Acts 2:11 Right from the get-go, I want to be very clear about something: speaking in tongues has not gone away. None of the spiritual gifts have gone away. Who are we to put God in a box? The problem is, just like - [What are You Doing with What God Gave You?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-are-you-doing-with-what-god-gave-you/) - "Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!" Matthew 25:23 [Editorial Note (February 2025): Since this devotional was originally written in October 2016, my views on the Parable of the Talents have changed. For - [Is God's Grace a License to Sin?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/is-gods-grace-a-license-to-sin/) - "For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. For the Law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ." John 1:16-17 Let's establish a fact before we begin. The Jews, according to Scripture, were the world's best-behaved people group. In the Old Testament they were seen as elite in - [Should Women Be Silent, Submissive, and Cover Their Heads?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/should-women-be-silent-submissive-and-cover-their-heads/) - "There is no longer Jew or Gentile, slave or free, male and female. For you are all one in Christ Jesus." Galatians 3:28 "You are a great leader." "You were born to lead." "You're different from other kids because you have tremendous leadership qualities. From the time you were a toddler I could tell, you - [Pastors Have the Ability to be Incorrect](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/pastors-have-the-ability-to-be-incorrect/) - "So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the - [Go and Sin No More?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/go-and-sin-no-more/) - Then Jesus straightened up and asked her, “Woman, where are your accusers? Has no one condemned you?” “No one, Lord,” she answered. “Then neither do I condemn you,” Jesus declared. “Now go and sin no more.” John 8:10-11 "We should kill her! We should kill this nasty Jezebel!" The mob yells loudly, throwing a woman caught - [The Truth About God's Laws](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-gods-laws/) - “You have become obedient from the heart.” See Romans 6:17 If I told you to not think about a blue sports car, what would you think about? You’d be thinking about which shade of blue it is, as well as the model. You can’t not think about something someone tells you to not think about. It's impossible. - [Church "Attendance" Is Not Important to God](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/church-attendance-is-not-important-to-god/) - “Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?” 1 Corinthians 3:16 After reading the title of this devotional, you might be mad. Relax. Don’t throw your hat on the ground and stomp on it just yet. Let me explain. I love church—the building—yes. But, I am “the - [Jesus Will Never Reject You!](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/jesus-will-never-reject-you-ever/) - "Whoever comes to me I will never drive away." ~Jesus See John 6:37 Can you repeat that opening verse with me? Only this time, I want you to picture Jesus looking directly at you as He says it: “Whoever comes to me I will never drive away.” Whoever means whoever! So let’s do it again. “If you, ______________ - [Is "Once Saved Always Saved" True?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/is-once-saved-always-saved-true/) - "What must I do to be saved?" See Acts 16:30 Once Saved Always Saved is a touchy subject for those who don't understand what Christ has fully done for us and to us. To prove that Once Saved Always Saved is true, I need to first build on what saves and what doesn't. I was - [Faith Without Works Is Dead?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/faith-without-works-is-dead/) - "So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead." James 2:17 [Editorial Note (October 2024): Since this devotional was originally written in October 2017, my views on the Epistle of James have changed. For more on what I’ve learned, visit my YouTube channel and search “Faith Without Works Is Dead: Understanding - [How to Take Off Your Masks for God](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-take-off-your-masks-for-god/) - “With unveiled faces we can see and reflect God’s glory.” See 2 Corinthians 3:18 Some years ago, when the Holy Spirit kept on pestering me about becoming who He wanted me to be--on the outside--I had on many masks. Although my spirit was perfect because of my faith in Jesus, as is every Christian's spirit - [Can I Command Someone to Love Me?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/can-i-command-someone-to-love-me/) - "This is my command: Love each other." ~Jesus John 15:17 Most of us have seen the original Disney movie, Beauty and the Beast, which was released in 1991. I was ten when it came out and we got it on VHS shortly after, so I can quote the entire movie nearly verbatim. In one scene, the - [How to Combat Legalistic Christians](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-combat-legalistic-christians/) - “You who are trying to be justified by law have been alienated from Christ; you have fallen away from grace.” See Galatians 5:4 The short answer to the title of this devotional is: with love. As Christians, we combat all things and all people in this world with love—including those who are religiously overbearing and confused - [How Do I Defeat Satan?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-do-i-defeat-satan/) - "Get out of here, Satan.” ~Jesus See Matthew 4:10 “YOU'RE A LOSER!” “YOU'LL NEVER AMOUNT TO ANYTHING!” “YOU'RE A DRUNK!” “YOU'RE A CHEAT!” “YOU'RE A DRUG ADDICT!” “YOU'RE THE SAME AS YOU'VE ALWAY BEEN!” “YOU'RE A PHONEY!” “YOU'RE A BAD PARENT!” “NOBODY LOVES YOU!” “YOU'RE A HOT HEAD!” “YOU'RE AN IDIOT!” “YOU'RE GETTING WHAT YOU - [Does God Spit Christians out of His Mouth?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/does-god-spit-christians-out-of-his-mouth/) - "So, because you are lukewarm--neither hot nor cold--I am about to spit you out of my mouth." Revelation 3:16 "Man, it is hot out here. Son, would you please open up that cooler and hand me an ice-cold bottle of water?" "Sure Dad. Here you go." It's mid-August in Oklahoma. The sun is at its - [The Devil Has Been Defeated](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-devil-has-been-defeated/) - “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” ~Jesus John 10:10 Right before Jesus tells us that He came to earth so we can enjoy life to the fullest, He warns us of an enemy—a thief—the devil. If you're a - [How to Handle a Flood from Hell](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-handle-a-flood-from-hell/) - "The enemy comes in like a flood." See Isaiah 59:19 I know the title of this devotional may seem like a downer, but let me explain. If you've decided to let Jesus live through you and you're excited, well good! Praise God! Hallelujah! Awesome things are about to happen in your life! But let's keep - [Why I Decided to Forgive People in the Church](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-i-decided-to-forgive-people-in-the-church/) - “We know and rely on the love of God” See 1 John 4:16 Had I known this all along, my bitter thoughts toward legalistic people in church would've been nixed a long time ago: We are the church. Us, all believers, all throughout the world as a whole, we form the church. Church is not - [Stop Trying so Hard to Be a Christian](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/stop-trying-so-hard-to-be-a-christian/) - "Let us therefore strive to enter that rest" See Hebrews 4:11 "Are you going to go to sleep any time soon?" my wife asks me as I'm up way past my bedtime, going back and forth in the comments section of a Facebook post. "Yeah. But I really want this atheist to know God loves - [The Truth About Holy Communion](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-holy-communion/) - "Do this in remembrance of me." ~Jesus See Luke 22:19 Emotional music is playing softly, the lights are dimmed and Pastor speaks, "If you have sin in your life let this cup pass from you and do not partake in the bread. If you are a child, and know not what salvation is, do not - [Is Going to Church Really Necessary?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/is-going-to-church-really-necessary/) - “Don’t stop meeting together with other believers.” See Hebrews 10:25 “I don’t need church to love God!” This was something I said for a very long time, and yeah, it is true, I don’t need church to love God. I love Him organically, without any effort (see Ephesians 6:24). He also taught me church attendance - [How to Fulfill the Great Commission](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-fulfill-the-great-commission/) - "I am sending you to open their eyes, so that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among those who are sanctified by faith in me." ~Jesus See Acts 26:17-18 Over the centuries, countless Christians have been - [Test Post](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/test-post/) - This is a test - [How to Love God by Being Yourself](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-love-god-by-being-yourself/) - “Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” 1 John 3:18 God wants us to bear good spiritual fruit in our lives. How do we do this? By allowing Him to live through us and by simply being ourselves as His children! It's a symbiotic relationship! It's - [Jesus Is the Ultimate Scapegoat](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/jesus-is-the-ultimate-scapegoat/) - "But the goat chosen by lot as the scapegoat shall be presented alive before the LORD to be used for making atonement by sending it into the wilderness as a scapegoat." Leviticus 16:10 It's amazing to me how we Christians beg God for repeated forgiveness each day yet our Creator has never forgiven anyone through - [Why Did God Create Me?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-did-god-create-me/) - "For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago." Ephesians 2:10 One of my greatest joys is hearing the birds outside of my house each morning. The enthusiasm they have for every new sunrise makes my heart swell. - [What Does Sanctification Really Mean?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-does-sanctification-really-mean/) - "By this will we have been sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all." Hebrews 10:10 "Yeah, you're saved by grace but you still have to sanctify yourself! You will keep changing through sanctification!" At first glance this statement would seem to be fine, minus the exclamation points. The problem - [It's Impossible to Get More of God](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/its-impossible-to-get-more-of-god/) - "For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God." Colossians 3:3 It's Sunday morning and the worship leader is deep into his third song, "God, we need more of you! Please! Fill this place with your Spirit! Come down and let us know you're here! We want to feel your presence!" - [Do You Worship the Bible or God?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/do-you-worship-the-bible-or-god/) - "You study the Scriptures diligently because you think that in them you have eternal life. These are the very Scriptures that testify about me, yet you refuse to come to me to have life." ~Jesus John 5:39-40 Not too long ago there was a pastor in Florida who was going to have a Quran burning. He - [Making an Idol of Making Idols](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/making-an-idol-of-making-idols/) - "Every good and perfect gift is from above" See James 1:17 "Dad, you're crazy! Why are you like this?!" my daughter blurts out. "I don't know, Grace, you tell me. You're just like me!" "No, I'm like Mom." "Nope! You're more of me than you are of your mom. The dad is 51% responsible for - [Christians are Dead to Laws, and Alive in Christ](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/christians-are-dead-to-laws-and-alive-in-christ/) - “Christ is the end of the Law so that there may be righteousness to everyone who believes.” Romans 10:4 I've been asking God to take me deeper into my relationship with Him. My actual prayer is, “Lord, help me to know you on the deepest level possible. I want to go even further." That type of - [Heart to Head, Not Head to Heart](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/heart-to-head-not-head-to-heart/) - "Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." ~Jesus See John 14:27 We've got it backwards. We've been told to never follow our hearts because they're wicked and deceitful. We think we can't let our hearts lead us and that our heads must do the job. Countless Christians don't know what - [Are You a Victim of Trauma?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/are-you-a-victim-of-trauma/) - "It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick." -Jesus See Matthew 9:12 Trauma can impact our lives negatively, in so many ways, especially if we don't take steps to heal from it. First, let's define trauma: a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. Here are ten examples: Molestation - What was done - [The Top Ten Lies About God's Will](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-top-ten-lies-about-gods-will/) - "Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord's will is." Ephesians 5:17 Satan, rubbing his hands together, speaks, "If I can just keep them confused about God's will, their lives will be ruined. If they'll just believe my lies about what He wants for them, their relationships will fall apart! They'll constantly question - [The #1 Problem of Today's Church](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-1-problem-of-todays-church/) - "But I have this against you: You have abandoned your first love." Revelation 2:4 We've lost sight of our first love in our churches: Jesus. As a result, many Sunday gatherings are extremely damaging to the souls of patrons. Because the "devout" have taken their gaze off Christ, the New Covenant isn't being taught. Instead, - [Do All Things Really Work out for Good?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/do-all-things-really-work-out-for-good/) - "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28 Other than Philippians 4:13, 1 John 1:9, and Hebrews 10:26, Romans 8:28 is one of the most taken-out-of-context verses in the Bible. When we hear it or read - [Diary of a Former Closet Drinker](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/diary-of-a-former-closet-drinker/) - "Behold, God is my helper; the Lord is the sustainer of my soul." Psalm 54:4 I've titled this devotional Diary of a Former Closet Drinker but let's be clear about something. I, my identity, was never "closet drinker." Instead, that's what I struggled with. I only have so much space in the box to enter - [Did God Send the Coronavirus to Humble the World?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/did-god-send-the-coronavirus-to-humble-the-world/) - “If my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” 2 Chronicles 7:14 When the virus first hit, there was a cluster of lies circulating - [When an Atheist Blames God](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/when-an-atheist-blames-god/) - "But you must not forget this one thing, dear friends: A day is like a thousand years to the Lord, and a thousand years is like a day." 2 Peter 3:8 We have a lot of expectations for God. "If you're real, then fix this!" "If you love me you would not let this happen!" - [The Purpose of Pain](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-purpose-of-pain-sample/) - Since we all live on planet earth, we all will be affected by pain. No man, woman, or child is immune. As Christians, we have an advantage when dealing with pain because we have the Omnipotent One inside our very own spirits. When it feels as if our chest will burst because our agony is - [What Has the Coronavirus Taught Us About Church?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-has-the-coronavirus-taught-us-about-church-sample/) - More than anything, COVID-19 has brought to light the fact that we are the church, you and I, Christian. We literally house God! In the Old Testament, according to the Law, the Jewish people needed a building to have full access to God. Behind a giant curtain in that temple, only priests from the tribe - [God Tests Us to Bring out the Best in Us!](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/god-tests-us-to-bring-out-the-best-in-us/) - Tests are good! They expose the finest things from within! What God placed in us at the moment of our salvation, He wants to work out of us! Pardon my excitement, but I get so pumped about this topic! Here's what's in you, Christian: Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, self-control, and righteousness--among many other wonderful - [16 Years of Teamwork](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/16-years-of-teamwork/) - I like to build things. Now, in my household it's clear to everyone that I'm no handyman. When it comes to home improvement projects, cleaning out the drain for our HVAC system, or when the garbage disposal goes kaput, we all know to call my father-in-law, Phil. My gifts lie elsewhere. I build different things. - [Will Bible Teachers Be Judged More Harshly?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/will-bible-teachers-be-judged-more-harshly/) - "For we are co-workers in God’s service; you are God’s field" See 1 Corinthians 3:9 People. An audience. Those we've pointed to Christ and have been saved through what we've taught. This is the true contextual reward found in 1 Corinthians 3. I'll go deeper into this passage shortly, but first, I've heard it said - [Why Did Jesus Get Angry and Flip Tables?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-did-jesus-get-angry-and-flip-tables/) - "In the temple courts he found people selling cattle, sheep and doves, and others sitting at tables exchanging money. So he made a whip out of cords, and drove all from the temple courts, both sheep and cattle; he scattered the coins of the money changers and overturned their tables." John 2:14-15 Bear with me - [The Truth About Predestination (Part 2)](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-predestination-part-2/) - "This mystery is that the Gentiles are fellow heirs, members of the same body, and partakers of the promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel" Ephesians 3:6 (Continued from Part 1) The person who struggles with electionism will say Scripture proves that God decides who He'll love and who He'll hate based on Jacob I loved, Esau I hated, - [The Truth About Predestination (Part 1)](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-predestination-part-1/) - "I have been found by those who did not seek me; I have shown myself to those who did not ask for me." See Romans 10:20 Biblical predestination is 100% true. However, the proper interpretation of what it actually is has confused the masses. Without beating around the bush, here are the differences: False Predestination: - [The Truth About Demon-Casting and Fasting](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-demon-casting-and-fasting/) - "Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful." Hebrews 10:23 Early one morning, in the Fall of 2019, I woke up and checked my messages as I normally do. With eyes still squinting, waiting on my coffee to brew, one email in particular stood out to - [The Truth About Those Who Have Fallen Away](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-those-who-have-fallen-away/) - "For it is impossible, in the case of those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, and have shared in the Holy Spirit, and have tasted the goodness of the word of God and the powers of the age to come, and then have fallen away, to restore them again to - [Was Judas Saved?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/was-judas-saved/) - "Then one of the Twelve, the one called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests" Matthew 26:14 It's shocking to me how we like to decide who's saved and who isn't saved based on someone's actions, attitudes, and outward appearances. We, created beings, have the tendency to determine the salvation of an individual in lieu - [Can Christians Lose Fellowship With God?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/can-christians-lose-fellowship-with-god/) - "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 8:38-39 The short answer - [Gentleness and Respect](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/gentleness-and-respect/) - "Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect" See 1 Peter 3:15 We live in a world of social media. It's very sad, but some people, even Christians, are looking for an opportunity to - [Can Christians Have Boundaries?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/can-christians-have-boundaries/) - "If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone." Romans 12:18 Boundaries are so important. As a Christian, legalism and guilt can cause us to think we’re not allowed to have boundaries. Many will attempt to take advantage of our identity, as if we're to be overlooked, our - [Christmas: The Beginning of a Great Union](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/christmas-the-beginning-of-a-great-union/) - "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6, penned 700+ years before Jesus was born *Written Christmas morning, 2019 Merry Christmas everyone! Although Jesus wasn’t literally - [Addiction Recovery Is Not My Identity](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/addiction-recovery-is-not-my-identity/) - "See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!" See 1 John 3:1 My addiction recovery used to be my identity, or so I thought. My ministry was centered around it, the things I wrote in my books and posted - [Christians Should Always Be Themselves](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/christians-should-always-be-themselves/) - "Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away. Behold, the new has come!" 2 Corinthians 5:17 "Don't be yourself! Be like Christ! There's many reasons why you shouldn't want to be yourself!" This person yelling at me is extremely serious. Frustrated, it seems, but very stern. They - [He Must Increase, I Must Decrease?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/he-must-increase-i-must-decrease/) - "But now He has reconciled you by Christ’s physical body through death to present you holy, unblemished, and blameless in His presence" Colossians 1:22 I normally will build up to my point in each devotional, but let's just get right to it: GOD DOES NOT EXPECT CHRISTIANS TO DECREASE SO CHRIST CAN INCREASE. I'd love - [When Kobe Died](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/when-kobe-died/) - "You do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes." James 4:14 "Dad! It's Mom!" Grace yells with eyes wide open, stretching out her clutched phone while sitting on the bleachers. "What." I reply, not asking a question, but - [Surrounded by a Great Cloud of Witnesses](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/surrounded-by-a-great-cloud-of-witnesses/) - "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off every encumbrance and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with endurance the race set out for us. Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy - [The Truth About Hebrews 10:26](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-hebrews-1026/) - "If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left" Hebrews 10:26 Hebrews 10:26 is a scary passage if we don't understand who it is written to and why. What makes this section of Scripture even more terrifying is when we read the next - [How Tithing Has Been Incorrectly Taught](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-tithing-has-been-incorrectly-taught/) - "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life." John 3:16 "You can't afford not to tithe!" This is a lie from someone who sees God as a graceless, merciless, two-faced, give-to-get deity. Even if they won't admit it, - [A Letter to Myself on My Wedding Day](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/a-letter-to-myself-on-my-wedding-day/) - "And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God." Ephesians 5:2 Today is August 23, 2019, my 15-year wedding anniversary. Here’s what I’d say to 23-year-old me on his wedding day. Matt, I’m so happy for you! You’re making one of the best - [The Cross Was the Final Altar](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-cross-was-the-final-altar/) - When he had received the drink, Jesus said, “It is finished.” With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. John 19:30 Blood. God has always required blood to forgive sins. The words ask for forgiveness are not in the Bible for a reason: ask all you want, blood must be shed to - [Water Baptism, Tongues, and Prophecy](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/water-baptism-tongues-and-prophecy/) - "I thank God that I did not baptize any of you..." See 1 Corinthians 1:14 "Who were you baptized by? Because I was baptized by Peter!" "Oh yeah, so what! John was closer to Jesus, he said so himself, and I got baptized by John!" "Ha! Peter and John are not as great as Paul! Paul - [What Is the Church?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-is-the-church/) - "Now you are Christ's body, and individually members of it. For even as the body is one and yet has many members, and all the members of the body, though they are many, are one body, so also is Christ." 1 Corinthians 12:12 Ahhhhh, church. The buildings we go to on Sunday mornings can present - [Saturday Morning Hangovers, Gone](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/saturday-morning-hangovers-gone/) - "Who has anguish? Who has sorrow? Who is always fighting? Who is always complaining? Who has unnecessary bruises? Who has bloodshot eyes?" Proverbs 23:29 There’s something about Saturday morning which is very special to me. This time of day each week makes me want to write about my past battle with the bottle. It also - [What If You've Already Been Changed?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-if-youve-already-been-changed/) - "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" 2 Corinthians 5:17 How would you live if you knew you didn't have to change? Five years ago that question would have baffled me. After all, I could never reach the dangling carrot of "changing myself - [Above All, Love Each Other Deeply](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/above-all-love-each-other-deeply/) - "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." 1 Peter 4:8 In my mid-teenage years a friend of mine got a hold of a bottle of Jack Daniels. He downed the entire fifth--all of it. I had come home through the back door that evening and turned to my - [Deny Myself, Take Up My Cross, and Follow Jesus?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/deny-myself-take-up-my-cross-and-follow-jesus/) - Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me." Matthew 16:24 Before I begin this devotional, I want to point out a fact: Matthew 16:24 has happened, for every believer, and it came to pass in the spiritual realm by faith. - [Confessions of a Hungover Saint](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/confessions-of-a-hungover-saint/) - “And that is what some of you were. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.” 1 Corinthians 6:11 Saturday morning hangovers used to ruin my entire weekend. What started out as a way to relax and have - [The Greatest Spiritual Gift Is Love](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-greatest-spiritual-gift-is-love/) - "But the greatest of these is love." See 1 Corinthians 13:13 Grandma. This one word brings a feeling of peace to my soul. Just thinking about her in adoration, as a man in his late 30s, I get a lump in my throat. I just know I wouldn't be who I am today without her. - [Am I Really Saved?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/am-i-really-saved/) - "Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you--unless, of course, you fail the test?" 2 Corinthians 13:5 It's been a beautiful day on the golf course. The sun is just about to set and my round is almost finished. The fall - [God Does Not Care About Your Outfit](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/god-does-not-care-about-your-outfit/) - "Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of the bones of the dead and everything unclean." ~Jesus Matthew 23:27 "Tuck your shirttail in boy! And you better get back in that bathroom and part - [How to Confront Others in a Healthy Way](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-confront-others-in-a-healthy-way/) - "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power." Ephesians 6:10 Healthy confrontations do not come natural for those of us who have struggled with codependency. You might be wondering, "What is codependency?" Like alcoholism, codependency is something that I am also in recovery for. Now, you might be thinking that you don't - [Why I'm Thankful for Jesus Christ](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-im-thankful-for-jesus-christ/) - "But thanks be to God! He gives us victory over sin and death through our Lord Jesus Christ." 1 Corinthians 15:57 There are many verses in the Bible about being thankful. Thankfulness is a characteristic which comes from the heart of every Christian. If we aren't being thankful we don't feel right, and that's because - [How Can I Make My Life Better?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-can-i-make-my-life-better/) - "Be made new in the attitude of your minds" Ephesians 4:23 I used to have a very poor attitude, our attitudes come from our thoughts, and my thoughts were focused on the wrong things. I blamed everyone for my problems, I held grudges, and I didn't know how to establish healthy boundaries. To make matters worse, - [Do You Keep Secrets?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/do-you-keep-secrets/) - “And they have defeated him (Satan) by the blood of the Lamb and by their testimony” See Revelation 12:11 I used to be a very private person, I could keep secrets with the best of them; and not just secrets about others, but about myself. Deep, dark, nasty secrets. That would soon change. When I - [How Can I Know God Better?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-can-i-know-god-better/) - "Faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ." Romans 10:17 *Picture of Grandma and me from 2003 Growing up, Grandma used to always quote Scripture to me during our conversations. Most of the time I didn't even realize she was doing this, it was just part of - [How to Handle Being Lied About](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-handle-being-lied-about/) - "When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly." 1 Peter 2:23 Nobody likes to be lied about, it doesn’t feel good--and with the invention of social media, it’s easy to post or tweet a lie, and - [What I've Learned After Two Years of Sobriety](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-ive-learned-after-two-years-of-sobriety/) - "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - his good, pleasing and perfect will." Romans 12:2 *Written May 8th, 2016, the second anniversary of my sobriety. “BE TRANSFORMED BY THE RENEWING - [Why Should I Pray?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-should-i-pray/) - "And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests." See Ephesians 6:18 Before I began to truly understand God's grace, I always felt obligated to pray. I had the incorrect mindset of, "I have to pray or God will be very upset with me." Because of terrible teaching, my - [Angels Are Real](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/angels-are-real/) - “Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.” Hebrews 13:2 I know I talk a lot about the devil and his little peons, demons, and I do so because I want you to be aware of them and their tactics. These - [When God Winks At You](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/when-god-winks-at-you/) - “The Pharisees came and began to question Jesus. To test him, they asked him for a sign from heaven. He sighed deeply and said, ‘Why does this generation ask for a miraculous sign? I tell you the truth, no sign will be given to it.’” Mark 8:11-12 *Water baptism picture from September 2015 Do you - [The Prosperity Gospel vs. The Social Gospel](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-prosperity-gospel-vs-the-social-gospel/) - "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ." Ephesians 1:3 "God never promised we would be healthy, financially secure, vindicated, or happy. He promised to never leave us and His grace would be enough to get us - [Learn Your True Identity to Grow Delicious Fruit](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/learn-your-true-identity-to-grow-delicious-fruit/) - "In the same way, the gospel is bearing fruit and growing throughout the whole world—just as it has been doing among you since the day you heard it and truly understood God’s grace." See Colossians 1:6 Have you ever heard someone say, “You’re not acting very Christian.”? Unfortunately, this is a very incorrect mindset that - [How to Overcome Being a Weak Christian](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-overcome-being-a-weak-christian/) - “But we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but those who have faith and are saved.” See Hebrews 10:39 I have been a Christian for most my life, although for a majority of that time I lived as an extremely weak Christian. Sure, I believed in Jesus, but I mostly believed in Him because I - [What Should I Do With My Bad Thoughts?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-should-i-do-with-my-bad-thoughts/) - "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” Philippians 4:8 We don’t have to believe everything we think--or worse, we don't have to become a victim of our own thoughts. For years, I allowed myself - [Jesus Loves Using Messed Up People!](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/jesus-loves-using-sinners/) - “For it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.” Philippians 2:13 Do you ever feel like you’re not good enough to be a Christian--let alone do any good works for God--because of your track record? Let me tell you a secret: the Bible was - [How Do I Grow Spiritual Fruit?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-do-i-grow-spiritual-fruit/) - “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” Galatians 5:22-23 If you have access to any place that grows fruits, go there. It could be an orchard, a vineyard or a garden, but go stand by those trees, vines, - [Stop Comparing Yourself to Others](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/stop-comparing-yourself-to-others/) - “Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won’t need to compare yourself to anyone else.” Galatians 6:4 God has an individual plan for each and every one of us, and it’s bigger than we can possibly imagine. The problem is, the - [Are You Rooted in Love?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/are-you-rooted-in-love/) - “Be rooted and established in love.” See Ephesians 3:17 For so many years I thought I knew what love was, but I had no clue. Like so many others, I believed love was simply a sentimental feeling—it’s not. "Sentimental feelings" is just one small layer of love. Because I was so off base in my - [What to Do When Christians Bad-Mouth You](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-to-do-when-christians-bad-mouth-you/) - “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you” Ephesians 4:32 Let's face it, certain Christians talk bad about other Christians all the time. The ones who ignore the Holy Spirit's guidance on a very high level, the sin of the flesh can get a sick thrill - [Does God Really Want to Use Me?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/does-god-really-want-to-use-me/) - “The gifts and calling of God are irrevocable.” Romans 11:29 From start to finish, the Bible is clear: God wants to use people for His plan. It took me a long time to understand why He would do this, but as I've grown in the knowledge of His grace, I now know that His deep desire - [Why Did Jesus Have To Die?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-the-heck-did-jesus-have-to-die/) - “There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” ~Jesus John 15:13 At the time of me writing this, yesterday was Good Friday. So, what exactly made Good Friday so good? An innocent man was beat into a hamburger-like state, spat on like he was the worst pedophile in human - [What to do When you Feel Far from God](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-to-do-when-you-feel-far-from-god/) - "But now in Christ Jesus you who formerly were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. For he himself is our peace, who made both groups into one and broke down the barrier of the dividing wall..." Ephesians 2:13-14 Do you ever feel like a Christian who is far from God? - [How to Destroy Pride](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-destroy-pride/) - “But the tax collector stood at a distance. He would not even look up to heaven, but beat his chest and said, 'God, have mercy on me, a sinner.’” Luke 18:13 What does it take to truly allow Christ to live through you? Just what is the secret formula to becoming the best Christian you - [Why Christians Should Not Be Afraid of Hell](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-christians-should-not-be-afraid-of-hell/) - "The one who is victorious will, like them, be dressed in white. I will never blot out the name of that person from the book of life, but will acknowledge that name before my Father and his angels." Revelation 3:5 The fear of hell has been used to control and manipulate people for a long - [Christians Don't Have Wicked Hearts](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/christians-dont-have-wicked-hearts/) - "And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart." Ezekiel 36:26 To decipher the lies about the human spiritual heart, let's first define schizophrenia. People with schizophrenia struggle with debilitating consistency in - [Jesus Will Not Blot Out Your Name](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/jesus-will-not-blot-out-your-name/) - "The one who is victorious will, like them, be dressed in white. I will never blot out the name of that person from the book of life, but will acknowledge that name before my Father and his angels." Revelation 3:5 Revelation 3:5 has been used by false teachers for centuries to create fear and anxiety - [How Can I Stop Worrying?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-can-i-stop-worrying/) - "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Philippians 4:6 Worry is a funny thing isn't it? Not funny "ha ha," but funny weird. You could be sitting on a park bench all by your lonesome with nothing happening--looking calm, cool, and - [What Is a Christian?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-is-a-christian/) - "See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!" See 1 John 3:1 If you walked a city street, a county fair, or even on the beach while asking people, "What is a Christian?" you'd get many different answers. Some would - [I Doubted Jesus' Resurrection, as a Christian](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/i-doubted-jesus-resurrection/) - Today is Easter, 2016! Jesus has risen! Hallelujah! How exciting!...Or is it? Or should I say, was it? Was this day, approximately 2,000 years ago, exciting? Nope! Not at first. It was a day of doubt. The disciples doubted Jesus came back to life. As I woke up this morning, I wanted to read each account of - [What Are You Thinking About?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-are-you-thinking-about/) - “We take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” See 2 Corinthians 10:5 Your thoughts will destroy your life—if you let them. For years, I didn't realize that my thought life dictated how my day would go. I’d wake up every morning like a sheep being led to the slaughter. As soon as - [Do You Live By How You Feel?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/do-you-live-by-how-you-feel/) - “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:7 God created us to be emotional. There is nothing wrong with our feelings, but they are extremely unpredictable—you can’t count on them. The ripple of our emotions were never meant to dictate the direction of our lives, but instead, our trust in God is. - [Does God Love Me When I Make Mistakes?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/does-god-love-me-when-i-make-mistakes/) - “Nothing can separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus.” Romans 8:39 The short answer to the title of this devotional is, "YES! ABSOLUTELY!" God’s love for you is not based on your performance—good or bad. He loved you with an everlasting love even before you placed your faith in Jesus! - [How to Finally Overcome Addictions](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-finally-overcome-addictions/) - “Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.” Hebrews 2:18 I'm in recovery for alcoholism. I finally got sober on May 8th, 2014. Now, unless you knew me closely before I quit, you would have had no clue that I was tempted greatly by the quick release - [How to be a Bold Christian](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-be-a-bold-christian/) - Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9 I got saved as a kid because I liked the idea of Jesus--and not burning in hell for eternity--so I believed He forgave me. Big - [God Has a Job For You to Do](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/god-has-a-job-for-you-to-do/) - “Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you what to say." ~God Exodus 4:12 As a Christian, part of your job is to teach others about Jesus with your life—sometimes you should even use words. However, do you ever feel like you’re not good enough or qualified to tell others about God? - [Kill the Little Foxes](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/kill-the-little-foxes/) - “Little foxes spoil the vine" See SONG OF SOLOMON 2:15 If you are a member of PETA, the title of this devotional might have just made your blood pressure rise. But you can go ahead and take a deep breath because “little foxes” simply refers to “small sins.” You know, the ones that “don’t really - [What Is God Looking For?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-is-god-looking-for/) - “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” James 4:6 I believe with all my heart that one of the top things God is looking for is simply people who want to make themselves available to Him. God is not looking for religious zealots, or self-righteous, legalistic Christians who spout off stuff like, - [Facing the Truth About Yourself](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/facing-the-truth-about-yourself/) - “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” See Romans 12:2 One of the most difficult things to do in life is to face the truth about yourself. For years I didn't want to do this, but until I did, I would never be able to - [Walk by the Spirit to Overcome Sin](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/walk-by-the-spirit-to-overcome-sin/) - "I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do." Romans 7:15 One of the biggest misconceptions of Christians is that we have the ability to remove sin from our flesh by way of fighting it--we don't. No matter how hard we - [Jesus Is Patient With His Enemies](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/jesus-is-patient-with-his-enemies/) - "But I tell you, love your enemies..." ~Jesus Matthew 5:44 Jesus is patient with His enemies, so we should be too. That's the hard part. When I first decided to really dig my heels in and get to know Christ each day, through studying His Word, reading Christian books, and allowing myself to be taught by - [You Were Planned By God](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/you-were-planned-by-god/) - Then God said, "Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness..." Genesis 1:26 God has created some pretty amazing things! If you’ve ever seen the spectacle that is a blue whale bursting up out of the ocean, high into the sky, and then slamming right back into the vortex it just made, you - [How to Handle Life's Disappointments](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-handle-lifes-disappointments/) - “All things work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 How do you handle disappointments? For years, I handled 99% of my disappointments the very opposite way that Jesus wanted me to. Why? Because I didn’t understand exactly how He expected me to react when - [God Disciplines His Kids](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/god-disciplines-his-kids/) - “I discipline those whom I love” ~God See Hebrews 12:6 Nobody wants to be corrected. It goes against the grain of our mind when others try to adjust our methods of handling things. That includes me. For years, I was a Christian who ignored God’s corrections nearly every single day. Each time He spoke to - [Works, Obedience, and Commitment](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/works-obedience-and-commitment/) - "Even though Jesus was God's Son, he learned obedience from the things he suffered." Hebrews 5:8 Jesus learned obedience, yet He never sinned, and we are His ambassadors (see 2 Corinthians 5:20). Think about that for a moment. I gotta say, it’s a strange thing representing our Creator, is it not? Thankfully, we too--like Christ while here - [God Is Not Breaking You Down](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/god-is-not-breaking-you-down/) - "I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." See John 10:10 Our Creator has received a pretty bad rap by way of humanity's incorrect opinion. From the beginning of time, the enemy has somehow convinced us God isn't good and He's holding us back from enjoying our lives. He's - [How to Hate Sin as a Christian](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-hate-sin-as-a-christian/) - “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith - and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God” Ephesians 2:8 God hated sin so much that Jesus had to be killed. Because of sin, the only human being who was born of God's own loin and not from a human - [What Should we be Taught in Church?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-should-we-be-taught-in-church/) - "Let us not give up the habit of meeting together, as some are doing. Instead, let us encourage one another all the more, since you see that the Day of the Lord is coming nearer." Hebrews 10:25 It's Sunday! All throughout the world people will be going to church today! But not so much where - [Christians Are Not Sinners](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/christians-are-not-sinners/) - "But now he has reconciled you by Christ's physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation" Colossians 1:22 "I'm a sinner saved by grace!" This is a very popular thing to say, although not true. A more accurate statement for a Christian would be, "I was - [How Can I Know Good from Evil?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-can-i-know-good-from-evil/) - “For God knows that when you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil.” ~Satan Genesis 3:5 Adam and Eve wanted to be self-righteous, literally. Their desire was to have the ability to point out the difference in good and evil, sin and not sin. - [Jesus Recruits From His Opposition](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/jesus-recruits-from-his-opposition/) - “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting” See Acts 9:5 Do you hate Jesus? I’m sure you don’t, but some people actually do hate Jesus. This is why we must remember: Jesus recruits from His opposition. What most new Christians don’t know is that Paul used to hate Jesus with all his might! And he - [You Have the Same Power of Christ](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/you-have-the-same-power-of-christ/) - “Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.” ~Jesus John 16:24 Do you realize you have power in you? Yes, you have access to the same power as God! This is the strange part of Christianity because it’s difficult to wrap our - [Jesus Wants You to Tell Others About Him](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/jesus-wants-you-to-tell-others-about-him/) - “Go home to your family and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.” ~Jesus See Mark 5:19 “As Jesus was getting into the boat, the man who had been demon-possessed begged to go with him. Jesus did not let him, but said, ‘Go home - [Combine Faith and Action to Change Your Life](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/combine-faith-and-action-to-change-your-life/) - “If I could just touch his clothes, I will be healed.” Mark 5:28 Do you ever get around people, Christians even, who seem to only have bad things to say? They are always negative or down-in-the-mouth? You hesitate about asking them, “How was your weekend?” or “How are you doing?” because you know they’ll have - [Demons Are Real](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/demons-are-real/) - "The thief (Satan) comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." ~Jesus John 10:10 Someone messaged me a while back, telling me how they were praying for me, which I always appreciate. They also said when they read their Bible they wake up in the - [When Praying for Your Enemies Is Hard](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/when-praying-for-your-enemies-is-hard/) - "Do not gloat when your enemy falls; when they stumble, do not let your heart rejoice" Proverbs 24:17 Let's all be honest with ourselves, when those who hurt us fail, the flesh gets a bit of a thrill out of it. However, as heaven-ready saints, we are not of the flesh, but of the Spirit (see - [Love My Enemies? NO WAY!](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/love-my-enemies-no-way/) - "Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you." ~Jesus Luke 6:27-28 Love my enemies? Do good to those who hate me? Bless those who curse me? Pray for those who mistreat me? ARE YOU SERIOUS?! These are some of the most difficult - [Does Jesus' Light Shine Through You?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/does-jesus-light-shine-through-you/) - "The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are good, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eyes are bad your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within you is darkness, how great is that darkness!" ~Jesus Matthew 6:22-23 I used to be - [God Wants You To Use What You've Got](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/god-wants-you-to-use-what-youve-got/) - “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his field. Though it is the smallest of all seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds come and perch in its branches.” ~Jesus Matthew 13:31-32 Do - [Jesus, a Hometown Hero? Yeah right.](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/jesus-a-hometown-hero-yeah-right/) - “Coming to his hometown, he began teaching the people in their synagogue, and they were amazed. 'Where did this man get this wisdom and these miraculous powers?' they asked. 'Isn’t this the carpenter’s son?...Where then did this man get all these things?' And they took offense at him. But Jesus said to them, 'A prophet - [Religion Blinds You. Relationship Heals You.](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/religion-blinds-you-relationship-heals-you/) - "They still did not believe that he had been blind and had received his sight until they sent for the man’s parents." John 9:18 There is a story found in John 9, where Jesus gives sight to a man who had been blind since birth. I wrote a devotional about this event in February 2016 - [Jesus Feels Your Pain](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/jesus-feels-your-pain/) - "Jesus wept." John 11:35 Someone once told me, “You’re not allowed to use definitions from Webster’s Dictionary when trying to get your point across about God.” Well guess what? I’m going to do it anyway. “Jesus wept” (John 11:35), the shortest verse in the Bible, to me, may have the most meaning. A god, crying? - [Do You Want Jesus to Help You?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/do-you-want-jesus-to-help-you/) - "What do you want me to do for you?" See Luke 18:41 There's a story in the Bible about a blind beggar receiving his sight (Luke 18:35-42). Jesus was walking by, on His way to Jericho, and the blind man heard the crowd around him begin to bustle. He perked up and asked what was - [Don't Forget to Thank Jesus](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/dont-forget-to-thank-jesus/) - “One of them, when he was healed, came back, praising God in a loud voice. He threw himself at Jesus’ feet and thanked him…” Luke 17:15-16 Isn’t it amazing how we are quick to blame God when everything in our lives is falling apart, yet, when things are going well, we refuse to give Him any - [Why Did Jesus Walk On Water?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-did-jesus-walk-on-water/) - "but when they saw him walking on the lake, they thought he was a ghost. They cried out, because they all saw him and were terrified. Immediately he spoke to them and said, 'Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.' Then he climbed into the boat with them, and the wind died down." Mark 6:49-50 - [Weakness Is Your Greatest Strength](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/weakness-is-your-greatest-strength-2/) - "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." ~God See 2 Corinthians 12:9 What is perhaps the greatest characteristic you can develop as a Christian? Weakness. I believe hordes of more people would come to know Jesus Christ if they thought they didn’t have to become weak. However, weakness is how - [Does God Really Love Me?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/does-god-really-love-me/) - "Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father's care." ~Jesus Matthew 10:29 I love that verse, “…yet not one (sparrow) will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care.” When Jesus said this, something so simple, the way I began to look - [When Is Jesus Coming Back?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/when-is-jesus-coming-back/) - "For the Son of Man in his day will be like the lightning, which flashes and lights up the sky from one end to the other. But first he must suffer many things and be rejected by this generation." Luke 17:24-25 What if I told you that Jesus is coming back in exactly 16 days, - [Jesus Destroys Bad Relationships](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/jesus-destroys-bad-relationships/) - I tell you the truth, Jesus said to them, "No one who has left home or wife or brothers or parents or children for the sake of the kingdom of God will fail to receive many times as much in this age and, in the age to come, eternal life." Luke 18:29-30 When you first - [How to Defend Yourself as a Christian](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-defend-yourself-as-a-christian/) - "When you are brought before synagogues, rulers and authorities, do not worry about how you will defend yourselves or what you will say, for the Holy Spirit will teach you at that time what you should say." ~Jesus Luke 12:11-12 Let's face it, not everyone is excited about you being a Christian. This not only - [You Can't Keep a God-Loving Man Down](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/you-cant-keep-a-god-loving-man-down/) - "So Pharaoh said to Joseph, 'I hereby put you in charge of the whole land of Egypt.'" Genesis 41:41 I wake up early each day, usually between 5-5:30 AM. But this morning, God woke me up extra early. He told me to get up and pray, and to read the story of Joseph. No, He - [How to Forgive Your Dad](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-forgive-your-dad/) - "The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are children of God" Romans 8:16 Today is June 19th, 2016, Father’s Day! A day set aside once a year to pay homage to dads! So many people are waking up excited to call their father, send them a text, post something nice, or get prepped for - [When God Asks You to Do the Unthinkable](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/when-god-asks-you-to-do-the-unthinkable/) - "Then he reached out his hand and took the knife to slay his son. But the angel of the Lord called out to him from heaven, 'Abraham! Abraham!'" See Genesis 22:10-11 When we allow Jesus to live through us we have some very tough decisions to make. Sometimes God asks us to do pretty scary things - [Who Is Jesus?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/who-is-jesus/) - "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us..." John 1:14 Why is Jesus so important? His life was lived 2,000 years ago, why are we still talking about Him? What's up with this man, whom people are lovingly obsessed over--or hate with all they are? Why is He such a polarizing figure and why won't He just - [Following An Unlikely Hero](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/following-an-unlikely-hero/) - "Come, follow me, and I will make you fishers of men." ~Jesus Matthew 4:19 There is something very strange about Jesus, strangely good - He draws us to Him. This didn't just start recently, in modern times. No, it began in Jesus' early thirties, when He decided to start His public ministry. He needed a - [Why Should I Humble Myself?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-should-i-humble-myself/) - "God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble." See James 4:6 Growing up, we are taught to be the best. In grade school, at the end of the year, certificates and awards are handed out to the overachieving pudding-cup people. In middle school, our social life turns toward having the prettiest girlfriend or most - [Debunking Christian Myths Part 3](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/debunking-christian-myths-part-3/) - "What is truth?" Pilate asked. See John 18:38 Jesus said the truth will set us free (see John 8:32). So if the truth sets us free then error keeps us bound, shackled, and imprisoned. Allowing us to live a life of lies, as a Christian, is not what Christ came to do. He has no - [But What About... (Part 2)](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/but-what-about-part-2/) - "For the Law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ." John 1:17 I don't usually ask this, but would you please glance back up and reread that opening verse? Now, based on that passage, what if we had it all wrong? What if Jesus was not really full of grace and - [I Want What God Wants?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/i-want-what-god-wants/) - "Delight yourself in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4 "Jesus didn't die so you can just do whatever you want!" Have you ever been told that before? I sure have. It's as if those who can't stand grace--or only dabble in grace--think that we don't want what - [The Truth About Tithing](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-tithing/) - "Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." 2 Corinthians 9:7 In the book of Acts, there is an account of a man trying to buy God's Spirit--literally (see Acts 8:18-19). His name was Simon. He thought that - [I Was a Victim of Religious Abuse](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/i-was-a-victim-of-religious-abuse/) - When Jesus heard this, he said to him, "You still lack one thing..." See Luke 18:22 Religious abuse is real. How can you recognize it? Simple. You have to point out the anti-gospel actions of the abuser. Here are some red flags to be aware of: The abuser will attempt to make themselves seem "more - [God Wants to Help You with Your Choices](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/god-wants-to-help-you-with-your-choices/) - "And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Counselor to be with you forever" ~Jesus John 14:16 Here are eight choices anyone can make at any time: "It's no big deal, it's just porn. The house is empty and nobody will know." "It's been a hard day. I think I'll stop - [God Wants to Help You with Your Attitude](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/god-wants-to-help-you-with-your-attitude/) - "Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus" Philippians 2:5 Here are eight thoughts in which we need help from God with our attitudes: "Just my luck! Nothing good ever happens to me, why even try?" "That was the last straw, I'm never forgiving them again." "I hate that man." "What a - [How's Your Relationship With Yourself?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/hows-your-relationship-with-yourself/) - "I care very little if I am judged by you or by any human court; indeed, I do not even judge myself." 1 Corinthians 4:3 For so long I didn't like myself. I had a very bad relationship with myself. The lies of people and the devil had me convinced I was a person whom - [What's Your Story?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/whats-your-story/) - “I have testimony weightier than that of John. For the works that the Father has given me to finish—the very works that I am doing—testify that the Father has sent me. And the Father who sent me has himself testified concerning me..." ~Jesus John 5:36-37 Jesus had a story, I have a story, you have - [Do You Even Want to Change Your Life?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/do-you-even-want-to-change-your-life/) - When Jesus saw him lying there and learned that he had been in this condition for a long time, he asked him, "Do you want to get well?" John 5:6 For years, I thought that I didn’t want what Jesus had to offer–but it wasn’t me who didn’t want it, it was my unrenewed mindsets. As Christians, our - [Joel Osteen Helped Save My Life](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/joel-osteen-helped-save-my-life/) - “If anyone acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God, God lives in them and they in God.” 1 John 4:15 My ministry used to be very aggressive toward religious Christians. Over the years, I’ve grown in love for them—but the hurt that self-righteous Christians caused me left a huge open wound in my soul. When - [When Jesus Asks You to do Dumb Stuff](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/when-jesus-asks-you-to-do-dumb-stuff/) - He said, “Throw your net on the right side of the boat and you will find some.” When they did, they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish. John 21:6 Sometimes Jesus asks us to do things that seem "not so bright." In our finite, unrenewed minds, His - [You Don't Have Two Selves](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/you-dont-have-two-selves/) - "For we know that our old self was crucified with him so that the body ruled by sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin--because anyone who has died has been set free from sin." Romans 6:6-7 For a moment, just imagine it. The Father witnessed Jesus dying - [Am I Good Enough for God's Love?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/am-i-good-enough-for-gods-love/) - "Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature" See 2 Peter 1:4 As God's children, it's so easy to forget who we are. Life is hard, Satan is real, and people can be cruel. Not all days are smooth sailing, - [How to Kill Your Wife's Husband](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-kill-your-wifes-husband/) - "And the two will become one flesh. So they are no longer two, but one flesh" ~Jesus Mark 10:8 Today, August 23, 2016, is my twelve year wedding anniversary! TWELVE YEARS OF MARRIAGE! Take that marriage statistic keeper! As of today, my marriage is good, my family is getting stronger, and Jesus is the center of it - [Are You Stuck in the Past?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/are-you-stuck-in-the-past/) - "Then David got up from the ground." See 2 Samuel 12:20 God seemed really harsh in the Old Testament. That is, to the unbeliever, and even to the believer who doesn't understand what Jesus has truly done for us. What has He done? He's dealt with our sin issue, for good. If you think about - [How to Have Fun without Drinking Alcohol](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-have-fun-without-drinking-alcohol/) - "I have the right to do anything," you say--but not everything is beneficial. "I have the right to do anything"--but not everything is constructive. 1 Corinthians 10:23 "It's 1:30, let's just head home," I say to my brother as we stumble into my car. "The heck with that! I want to keep drinking!" he replies, - [How Can I Get Over My Past?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-can-i-get-over-my-past/) - "Forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to what lies ahead" See Philippians 3:13 It's so easy to be ashamed of our past, especially when certain people hold our past against us. It could be a spouse whom you've cheated on, physically or emotionally, and they bring it up all the time. It could be - [How to Deal with Your Spiritual Perfection](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-deal-with-your-spiritual-perfection/) - "But now he has reconciled you by Christ's physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation" Colossians 1:22 As a Christian, facing the truth about yourself is hard. For me, this juncture of my life was something that did not feel natural. "Who do you think - [How to Endure Like Jesus](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-endure-like-jesus/) - "For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God." See Hebrews 12:2 There are three sides to life: difficult times, mundane times, and good times. Like us, Jesus experienced all three. However, it was in the difficult times that - [Who is the Holy Spirit?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/who-is-the-holy-spirit/) - "Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘You must be born again.’ The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit." - [The Father Will Never Give up on You](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-father-will-never-give-up-on-you/) - "See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!" See 1 John 3:1 God the Father is relentlessly pursuing you. That is, if you don't believe in Jesus. God the Father is relentlessly loving you. That is, if you believe - [Debunking Christian Myths Part 2](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/debunking-christian-myths-part-2/) - "We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed." 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 There is a very well-known Christian teacher whom I love. This person has helped me tremendously over the years. However, as I go deeper into the knowledge of - [Don't Hide Any Longer](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/dont-hide-any-longer/) - He answered, "I heard you in the garden, and I was afraid because I was naked; so I hid." -Adam, speaking to God, Genesis 3:10 "Hey, is there any way we can meet up and talk?" I said, over the phone to a friend of mine. "We can talk now, if you want," he replies. "No, - [By His Stripes We Are Healed?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/by-his-stripes-we-are-healed/) - "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed." Isaiah 53:5 In the Old Testament there was a prophet named Isaiah. Hundreds of years before Jesus was born, Isaiah foretold about a man who would take the sin - [Who Told You That You Were Naked?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/who-told-you-that-you-were-naked/) - "she took of its fruit and ate, and she also gave some to her husband who was with her, and he ate. Then the eyes of both were opened, and they knew that they were naked." See Genesis 3:6-7 Shame. This is one of the lies--if not the greatest lie--Satan convinces God's children of. He - [What's Wrong with Today's Church?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/whats-wrong-with-todays-church/) - "And He has qualified us as ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life." 2 Corinthians 3:6 I want to be clear from the get-go: the church is the body of Christ, not a building. After all, Jesus destroyed the need - [What Is the True Meaning of Repent?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-is-the-true-meaning-of-repent/) - "The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance." 2 Peter 3:9 "Without repentance there is no forgiveness!" Have you ever heard someone yell this? Boy, I sure have. Sometimes in a venomous way. - [God's Dream for You](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/gods-dream-for-you/) - "I want you to know all about Christ's love, although it is too wonderful to be measured. Then your lives will be filled with all that God is." Ephesians 3:19 "Come here you little biscuit. You're so stinkin' cute. Did you know Daddy loves you?" When Grace was younger I spoke to her this way. - [The Truth About Romans 7](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-romans-7/) - "So now it is no longer I who do it, but sin that dwells within me." Romans 7:17 "Ouch! *Smack!* stupid mosquito," a young man whispers to himself in Africa, south of the Sahara. Just bitten by this annoying bug, he knows he'll need to be checked for Malaria. The region of the world in - [Beware of the Mean Christians](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/beware-of-the-mean-christians/) - "We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us..." See 2 Corinthians 5:20 Nobody likes to be told they can't do something. I was the worst with this, especially when it came to Christianity. "Who do you think you are, telling me what to do?!" this was how I thought. Sadly, in - [Don't Listen to the Devil](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/dont-listen-to-the-devil/) - "The evening meal was being served, and the devil had already prompted Judas Iscariot, son of Simon, to betray Jesus." John 13:2 I'm not gonna lie, I used to think that it's weird to talk about the devil--even as a Christian. "That's just creepy." Also, I didn't want to be known as someone who blames the devil - [How Many Times Have You Been Saved?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-many-times-have-you-been-saved/) - "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast." Ephesians 2:8-9 I love Chonda Pierce. Some of the stuff she says in her stand-up comedy routines makes me laugh so hard my stomach hurts. - [Can I be Unborn from God?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/can-i-be-unborn-from-god/) - Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. You should not be surprised at my saying, "You must be born again." ~Jesus, John 3:6-7 When we come into this world we all start out as babies. Babies have very little knowledge of anything, including who they are themselves. Babies have to learn and - [Why I Decided to Quit Drinking](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-i-decided-to-quit-drinking/) - "Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour." 1 Peter 5:8 The title of this devotional is "Why I Decided to Quit Drinking," but to be honest with you, I almost titled it "How I quit drinking." I went with the first because I can - [God Has a Ministry for You to Start!](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/god-has-a-ministry-for-you-to-start/) - "For God's gifts and his call are irrevocable." Romans 11:29 There is a ministry inside of you, something that only you can do. Ministries are not bound to the four walls of a church building, but instead, they're walking all over this planet...everywhere. Let me explain how to unlock your ministry. There's a show I like - [Whose Opinion Matters the Most?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/whose-opinion-matters-the-most/) - "Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own" 1 Corinthians 6:19 I used to be a slave to the opinion of others. Why was this? Because I didn't fully believe God's opinion about me. Plus, - [Are You Living for Today?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/are-you-living-for-today/) - "I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation..." See Philippians 4:12 For so many years I lived a life of discontentment. I was never truly happy, I never felt accomplished, and really, I was never satisfied with anything--myself included. The overall picture of my life was always changing and getting better, - [How I Beat Alcoholism](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-i-beat-alcoholism/) - "Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free." ~Jesus John 8:32 I’m in recovery for alcoholism, that is, the flesh’s cravings and my old thought processes. For years I drank way too much, way too often--even as a Christian. No I didn’t "get all religious” to try to stop drinking, I’ve been a - [How Can I Become Wise?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-can-i-become-wise/) - "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you." James 1:5 For most of my life I lacked wisdom--exuding it, that is. Even though I thought I was living wisely, I wasn’t. This was because I was living according - [How to do Your Best for God](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-do-your-best-for-god/) - "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ" Romans 5:1 Do you ever have those days when you feel like you're not good enough? You can't quite put your finger on it, but there is a presence of lack, dread, and weakness--even as a Christian? - [What Makes You Good Enough for God?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-makes-you-good-enough-for-god/) - "I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the Law, but that which is through faith in Christ--the righteousness that comes from God on the basis of faith." Philippians 3:8-9 I almost titled this devotional What Makes You Righteous in - [When You Want to Quit Drinking, But Can't](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/when-you-want-to-quit-drinking-but-cant/) - "Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." ~Jesus John 8:32 It always starts out innocently, doesn't it? We usually don't plan on taking it too far, we just want to have a few drinks. For me, it had become a habit, just something I did. Like brushing my teeth, going - [What to do When Life Sucks](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-to-do-when-life-sucks/) - "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things." Philippians 4:8 My life used to really suck. It never failed, no matter what I did to "try" to make my life better, it was still - [I am the Church](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/i-am-the-church/) - "At that moment (when Jesus died) the curtain of the temple (which separated non-priests from God's most holy place) was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth shook, the rocks split" Matthew 27:51 (my notes added) Have you ever heard the saying, "The veil was torn," but didn't know what it meant? The - [Can I Lose My Salvation?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/can-i-lose-my-salvation/) - "if we are faithless, he remains faithful, for he cannot disown himself." 2 Timothy 2:13 Fear. This one word controlled my life for many years. So much so, even when things were peaceful, I still had a constant feeling of dread--as if something bad has got to happen to me soon. If I didn't feel fear, - [Forgiving Others, Repentance, and Spit](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/forgiving-others-repentance-and-spit/) - “Come and let us reason together…” See Isaiah 1:18 What does the Bible really have to say about “forgiving others,” “repentance,” and being “spit out of God's mouth”? Here is a conversation I had on social media that I believe will help you understand all three subjects much better: “Matt, are you saying after you - [The Truth About 1 John 1:9 and James 5:16](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-1-john-19-and-james-516/) - "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." 1 John 1:9 "Here, take it," a Jewish man says with his head hung low, passing off his prized goat to the priest. From the tribe of Levi, the priest walks the goat - [How to Break Free from Church Laws](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-break-free-from-church-laws/) - "A man is not justified by observing the Law, but by faith in Jesus Christ." See Galatians 2:16 "Backslider! There is no hotter place in hell than for a person like you!" "You have a rebellious spirit! God will rightly punish you!" "You refuse to give your tithe?! How dare you steal from God! You - [How to Overcome the Attacks of Christians](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-overcome-the-attacks-of-christians/) - "For Christ has already accomplished the purpose for which the law was given. As a result, all who believe in him are made right with God." Romans 10:4 The gospel literally means good news. It is meant to free us from all our bondages. Rather it be an addiction, constant fear and anxiety, codependency, greed, adultery, or - [Why Was Jesus Born?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-was-jesus-born/) - "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6 (Written 700 years before Jesus' birth) *Written Christians 2016 This time of year is special, Christmas time! So - [How Addictions Destroy Your Children](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-addictions-destroy-your-children/) - "Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." ~Jesus Matthew 11:28 About an hour north of where I live, there's a mall my family and I frequently shop at. It's a very nice mall, very big and modern. It even has two Starbucks in it. My wife likes - [How Many Times Should I Forgive Others?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-many-times-should-i-forgive-others/) - “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” Ephesians 4:32 In Matthew 18:21 Peter asked Jesus, "How many times should I forgive someone, as many as seven times?" Jesus replied with, "No, you should forgive seventy times seven." Some versions say seventy times, but let's just - [The Truth About Confessing Our Sins](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-confessing-our-sins/) - “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:9 Have you ever been told that you must confess every single sin in order to be completely forgiven by God? And if you didn’t, or if you forgot to confess any, - [What to do When the Pain is Unbearable](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-to-do-when-the-pain-is-unbearable/) - "Cast your cares on him because he cares for you." 1 Peter 5:7 Pain. We all feel it at some point in our lives. Sometimes our pain is a 2 out of 10, and at other times the pain is so severe, we feel like we no longer want to live. Death would be a - [Why Should I Listen to God?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-should-i-listen-to-god/) - "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you." Psalm 32:8 Life can be frustrating, to say the least. Certain situations, circumstances, and people--in which we have no control over--can cause us to lose sleep and walk throughout our day resentful. - [How to Break Free from Sin Slavery](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-break-free-from-sin-slavery/) - “So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” ~Jesus John 8:36 What does it really mean to be a slave? Does it mean you’re bound up in shackles? Does it mean you are being forced to work, or something else you don’t want to do, for free?…What is slavery? Jesus defined - [How to Change the World as a Christian](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-change-the-world-as-a-christian/) - "And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus..." See Colossians 3:17 Have you ever felt pressured as a Christian? Maybe you've been taught to "Be radical!" or to "Make disciples of disciples!" but you're not sure how to do such things. Maybe you've trembled - [How Do I Control My Mouth?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-do-i-control-my-mouth/) - “The tongue of the wise brings healing.” See Proverbs 12:18 Have you allowed the Holy Spirit to teach you how to control your mouth? It took me forever to learn how to do this, and I couldn’t do it on my own. It wasn’t until I came to know Christ deeply that He taught me - [Get to Know Jesus, Get to Know God](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/get-to-know-jesus-get-to-know-god/) - “If you knew me, you would know my Father also.” ~Jesus See John 8:19 Why is it so important to get to know Jesus? Because Jesus personifies the Creator of the universe! Jesus wasn’t some man strolling around being nice to people and granting wishes--no, He was, and still is, God in the flesh! It’s - [Why You Shouldn’t be Afraid of God](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-you-shouldnt-be-afraid-of-god/) - “The fear of the Lord is the beginning (not the middle, or the end) of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One (Jesus) is understanding.” Proverbs 9:10 (my notes added) The Bible says that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (see 2 Timothy 1:7). - [Is Homosexuality Sin?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/is-homosexuality-sin/) - "And that is what some of you were. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God." 1 Corinthians 6:11 Yes. The answer to the title of this devotional is yes. Based on the words in the Bible, even - [Can Christians Get Divorced?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/can-christians-get-divorced/) - "Marriage should be honored by all" See Hebrews 13:4 Does this situation justify a divorce? "Mom, last night, Dad came into my room and touched me there again. He said he wouldn't do that anymore. Why won't he stop? It hurts. Please do something." This isn't the first time he's molested his daughter, and this - [Children: The Real Victims of Addiction](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/children-the-real-victims-of-addiction/) - "Train up a child in the way they should go: and when they are old, they will not depart from it." See Proverbs 22:6 "Matthew, your mom is here. Do you want to go see her?" "Yeah...I guess," I say hesitantly, as I walk forward out of the room, led by an employee of the - [The Truth About Baptism and Repentance](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-baptism-and-repentance/) - "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit." Acts 2:38 Do you want to become a Christian? Do you want to be saved from hell, and have God's own Spirit come and live - [How to Deal with Depression as a Christian](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-deal-with-depression-as-a-christian/) - "I will never leave you nor forsake you." ~God See Hebrews 13:5 Bear with me while I quote some terrible teaching: "You're depressed?! You just gotta have more faith! The reason why you feel like you do is because of your lack of faith! Name it and claim your healing! Speak to that spirit of - [Do You Feel Sorry for Yourself?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/do-you-feel-sorry-for-yourself/) - Then Jesus said to him, "Get up! Pick up your mat and walk." John 5:8 I used to struggle with self-pity...a lot. If you only knew the battles I faced in my mind about how unfair certain situations were, and how I was being mistreated, it would shock you. The enemy, along with my learned - [How Suffering Can Be a Good Thing](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-suffering-can-be-a-good-thing/) - "In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith--of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire--may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is - [What Is Sin?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-is-sin/) - "But if you do not do what is right, sin is crouching at your door; it desires to have you, but you must rule over it." See Genesis 4:7 "So Matt, you're saying that we don't ever sin? How dare you! We sin all the time!" “No, I’m not saying that we don’t commit sins. Christians sin, - [You Are God's Ambassador](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/you-are-gods-ambassador/) - "We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us." See 2 Corinthians 5:20 The plane just touched down in a foreign country, glancing out your window, the airport looks odd. It's not what you are used to, but you expected this. Your first trip to represent your country's leader has - [Why Should I Have Good Behavior?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-should-i-have-good-behavior/) - "And that is what some of you were. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God." 1 Corinthians 6:11 "Why should I have good behavior?" The short answer to the title of this devotional is: Because good behavior - [You Don't Owe God Anything](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/you-dont-owe-god-anything/) - "But now he has reconciled you by Christ’s physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation" Colossians 1:22 What does it mean to be reconciled with someone? Rather it be a spouse, business partner, parent, child, neighbor--whoever--when you hear a person say, "We've reconciled," what immediately - [Stop Killing Yourself](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/stop-killing-yourself/) - "For we are God's Masterpiece." See Ephesians 2:10 We've been taught wrong in our churches. We've been taught that the word "self" is a bad word, which is not the case. Further, the words "Die to self" is an inaccurate translation of the original manuscript in regard to the verse which is normally taken out - [What to do During Dormant Seasons of Life](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-to-do-during-dormant-seasons-of-life/) - He (Jesus) told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his field. Though it is the smallest of all seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds come and perch in - [Why Should I Forgive Others?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-should-i-forgive-others/) - "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." 1 Peter 4:8 Many Christians have forgiveness all wrong. Because of bad teaching--mixing the Old Covenant in with the New--they think they have to forgive others or else God won't forgive them. As God's kids, we don't have to do anything, and - [How to Think, Feel, and Act Like God](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/think-feel-and-act-like-god/) - “Have the same mindset of Christ Jesus.” See Philippians 2:5 The short answer to the title of this devotional is: be yourself. That is, if you are a Christian. For too many years, I was led by my unrenewed mindsets rather than being led by the real me–my perfect spirit. The problem with doing this is old stinking thinking - [How Is Your Outflow?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-is-your-outflow/) - “Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7 Are you a giver? If Christ lives in you, you are, whether you realize it or not. Let me tell you a story about my older brother, Luke. - [Why You Should Get Rid of Your Back-Up Plan](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-you-should-get-rid-of-your-back-up-plan/) - "As for me, this is my covenant with you: You will be the father of many nations." ~God Genesis 17:3 I would like for you to think of the oldest person you know. It could be a relative, neighbor, friend--whoever--but picture a person who looks to be knocking on heaven's door. They are old. Now, - [The Truth About God's Anointing](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-gods-anointing/) - "But you have an anointing from the Holy One, and all of you know the truth." 1 John 2:20 Have you ever heard someone say, "I'm anointed to __________!"? You can fill in the blank because there are many flavors of people claiming to be anointed--and their "anointing" is always better than yours. That is, - [Why We No Longer Need Altars in Church](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-we-no-longer-need-altars-in-church/) - "If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left" Hebrews 10:26 The church is dimly lit. The worship team sings softly, "Oh come to...the altar...the Father's arms are open wide." One by one, people begin to walk to the front, near the stage, - [We All Get Paid the Same](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/we-all-get-paid-the-same/) - "Don’t I have the right to do what I want with my own money? Or are you envious because I am generous?" Matthew 20:15 "Mark Smith, step on up," God says sternly with a displeased frown. Another person has died and now stands before Him to be judged and receive their heavenly rewards. "You only - [The Truth About God's Love](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/the-truth-about-gods-love/) - “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.” 1 John 4:18 How often do you feel like God doesn’t love you, or that He's furious with you? For years, I saw God as a big - [What Makes Jesus Mad?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-makes-jesus-mad/) - “And he said to them: ‘You have a fine way of setting aside the commands of God in order to observe your own tradition!’” ~Jesus Mark 7:9 There's not many places in the Bible when Jesus yells at people, but in Mark 7:9, this was one of them. Why was He so riled up? Because of - [How Can I Believe in Jesus?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-can-i-believe-in-jesus/) - “He said to him, ‘If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be convinced even if someone rises from the dead.’” Luke 16:31 What does it take to believe in Jesus? The answer to that question lies within the question itself, your belief. The way you believe Jesus is real--that He is - [Why It's Important to Protect Your Eyes and Ears](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-its-important-to-protect-your-eyes-and-ears/) - "But blessed are your eyes because they see, and your ears because they hear." Matthew 13:16 "Let's find a new series to watch on Netflix together," my wife says to me as we relax on the couch one evening. "Okay, that sounds good," I respond. After scanning for a while, we decide on a new - [Does God Hear My Prayers?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/does-god-hear-my-prayers/) - “Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and never give up.” Luke 18:1 Do you ever feel like God doesn't hear your prayers? Friend, I’m here to tell you today that God does hear your prayers. He is not only listening to your spoken prayers, but He is also - [Jesus Has Retroactive Blood](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/jesus-has-retroactive-blood/) - "...the Lamb who was slain from the creation of the world." See Revelation 13:8 Jesus' blood is timeless. From the moment it was shed it had the ability to forgive present, future, and even past sins--the sins of those who believed God before Jesus was born. But before I dive deeper into this opening statement, I - [Why We Can Call God, Dad](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-we-can-call-god-dad/) - For you did not receive a spirit of slavery that returns you to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” Romans 8:15 Just imagine it, for a moment: "Jennifer," I say abruptly to my wife as I walk into the kitchen. "I'm tired of doing housework, and I - [Hell Is Real](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/hell-is-real/) - "I told you that you would die in your sins; if you do not believe that I am the one I claim to be, you will indeed die in your sins." ~Jesus John 8:24 Nobody likes to talk about hell. It’s not very popular to tell someone, “Hey, if you don’t believe Jesus has forgiven - [Do You Feel Like You're All Alone?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/do-you-feel-like-youre-all-alone/) - “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” ~God See Hebrews 13:5 Loneliness can really hurt, that is, if you don't understand something: you are never alone. As a Christian, wherever you go there are four of you. Father, Son, Holy Spirit, and you! God understands you still crave human contact and companionship, He made - [How Legalism Destroys Families](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-legalism-destroys-families/) - "Christ is the end of the Law, in order to bring righteousness to everyone who believes." Romans 10:4 Part of the recovery process for my past battle with alcoholism is to watch the A&E TV series, Intervention. It reminds me of just how bad my addiction was and the despair I was in as a - [Why Should I Give Up My Addiction?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-should-i-give-up-my-addiction/) - "Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies." 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 "You're such a good boy," I say to my yellow lab, Harley, as - [Why We Shouldn't Be Grace Jerks](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/why-we-shouldnt-be-grace-jerks/) - "They will know you by your love." ~Jesus See John 13:35 Getting friend requests from random people is the norm on social media now. So when this happens I'll open up the request, see if the profile isn't ISIS posing as a 19-year-old "lonely" female, and then take a peek at their timeline and mutual - [You Will Know Them by Their Fruits?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/you-will-know-them-by-their-fruits/) - “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. You will recognize them by their fruits." See Matthew 7:15-16 Certain people like to call other people "false prophets" if their theology doesn't match up perfectly with their own. On social media, in their frustration, they'll blurt this out - [How Grace Destroyed My Addiction](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-grace-destroyed-my-addiction/) - "For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say 'No' to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age" Titus 2:11-12 "God, what have I done? Not again." I whisper as I wake up on the floor of - [What Should a Christian Do When We Lose Our Cool?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-should-a-christian-do-when-we-lose-our-cool/) - “In your anger do not sin” See Ephesians 4:26 My daughter Grace really wants to get better at basketball. So after her 8th grade season was over I told her, "I know a great way for you to improve your game, but it will be very difficult. You can start playing full court pick-up games - [What Is the Unforgivable Sin?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-is-the-unforgivable-sin/) - "They will be punished with everlasting destruction and shut out from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his might" 2 Thessalonians 1:9 The only unforgivable sin is rejecting the forgiveness of Jesus, by grace, through faith. There are many people who would disagree with me, and that's fine. This is a - [What Does It Mean to Be Free?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-does-it-mean-to-be-free/) - "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." ~Jesus John 8:36 Today is July 4th, 2018! The day our country celebrates its freedom! But what does it mean to truly be free? We have many freedoms as Americans—many more than most of the countries of this world. But what does freedom - [Demonic Possession, Private Prayer Language, and Die to Self](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/demonic-possession-private-prayer-language-and-die-to-self/) - "See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ." Colossians 2:8 As the years go by and I learn more about God's grace it's easier to listen to teachings which do not match - [When You Want to Give up on God](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/when-you-want-to-give-up-on-god/) - “Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” Ephesians 6:10 Are you weary? One of the devil’s primary goals is to make Christians weary. If he can wear out your flesh--with severe temptations and troubles--as well as wear out the parts of your mind which are not yet renewed--through stresses and frustrations--he can - [I am the Righteousness of God?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/i-am-the-righteousness-of-god/) - "God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God." 2 Corinthians 5:21 Your righteousness is perhaps the most important truth you can possibly understand as God's child. Sure, knowing you are loved unconditionally is crucial, and realizing your spirit is perfect - [How to Accept God's Timing](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-to-accept-gods-timing/) - ...God did not lead them on the road through the Philistine country, though that was shorter. For God said, “If they face war, they might change their minds and return to Egypt.” So God led the people around by the desert road toward the Red Sea. Exodus 13:17-18 After Pharaoh released the slaves, God had - [What I've Learned After Five Years of Sobriety](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-ive-learned-after-five-years-of-sobriety/) - "Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." James 1:4 There are moments in our lives when we decide to stop or start a certain behavior, or willingly change an attitude we've held onto for a long time. For me, today marks an anniversary of such a - [Is Fear Ruining Your Life?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/is-fear-ruining-your-life/) - “Don’t be afraid.” ~Jesus See Matthew 14:27 For so many years I lived in fear, and fear, when not confronted and pushed back, will ruin your life. If you don’t FINALLY stand up to what, or who, causes you so much fear, then you will be a slave to fear your entire life. Fear comes - [Christians Can't Backslide](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/christians-cant-backslide/) - God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." See Hebrews 13:5 It's impossible for a Christian to backslide. That very word isn't even in the New Testament, which describes the only Testament--or Covenant--available to planet earth. Don't you think that if backsliding was important it would be mentioned in at - [Don't Listen to the Accuser](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/dont-listen-to-the-accuser/) - "For the accuser of our brothers and sisters, who accuses them before our God day and night, has been hurled down." See Revelation 12:10 "Matt, what do I do? I just can't seem to forgive myself. I'm such a horrible person and I know it!" Ron, we'll call him, emails me about a struggle he's - [Does Obedience Keep You Close to God?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/does-obedience-keep-you-close-to-god/) - "For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God." Colossians 3:3 How many times have you heard that your obedience is the determining factor keeping you close to God? For me, in my 37 years, a lot. It's as if what Jesus did at the Cross was not enough, and that I - [God Isn’t Trying to Kill Off Your Body](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/god-isnt-trying-to-kill-off-your-body/) - "Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies." 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 The Bible says our bodies are blameless—this physical shell (see 1 Thessalonians 5:23). - [What Happens When You Die?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/what-happens-when-you-die/) - "For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain." Philippians 1:21 Death. I had no plans on writing about this subject. As I type, I'm in the middle of compiling my fifth book, The Christian Identity, Volume 1. Over the past eight months I've stored up an index of topics to write - [How Do I Know If I'm Going to Heaven?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/how-do-i-know-if-im-going-to-heaven/) - "This is how love is made complete among us so that we will have confidence on the day of judgment: In this world we are like Jesus." 1 John 4:17 It's the middle of the day at work and I glance up at the video surveillance monitor in my office after hearing someone walk in - [But What About... (Part 1)](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/but-what-about-part-1/) - "Suddenly, their eyes were opened, and they recognized Him." See Luke 24:31 We all have questions. God is not against us having questions, in fact, His Spirit welcomes them. Unlike those who struggle with ungraciousness and refuse to have a civil biblical conversation without A.) attacking you B.) belittling you, or, C.) ignoring you and shutting you out - [Dinner with a Former Drunk](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/dinner-with-a-former-drunk/) - "Always be prepared to give an answer for the hope that you have. But do so with gentleness and respect" See 1 Peter 3:15 A good friend of mine who I grew up with was in town a while back. When he was here, he texted me, and invited me out for dinner. It's always - [SMILE!](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/smile/) - "A glad heart makes a happy face!" See Proverbs 15:13 As believers in Christ, in our hearts, we have been given joy! Joy is a part of our spiritual DNA! (See Galatians 5:22-23). Our hearts--everything we truly are--the real us, has been infused with the Creator of the universe! (See Colossians 3:3, 1 Corinthians 6:19). He - [A Conversation with an Atheist](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/a-conversation-with-an-atheist/) - "The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in - [What's So Good About Good Friday?](https://mattmcmillenministries.com/whats-so-good-about-good-friday/) - "For God made Christ, who never sinned, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made right with God through Christ." 2 Corinthians 5:21 Why is Good Friday good? 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