Today’s podcast invites us to rethink repentance.

Too often, repentance has been presented with harshness, judgment, or condemnation, causing many to associate it with shame and guilt rather than seeing it for what it truly is - a loving invitation to return to God and stay in the continual flow of cleansing and intimate fellowship with Him.

All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. This is why Jesus is constantly interceding on our behalf before the Father. So, when you mess up, get up. Repent and stay in the flow!

Buckle up!

Just as a car has indicator lights to warn us when something needs attention, the Holy Spirit serves as our internal alert system. He speaks through that still, small voice, a hesitation in our spirit, that gut feeling in the pit of your stomach, or a gentle conviction in our heart.

God has perfected our standing in Christ, yet He is continually shaping our condition into holiness and that process comes with signals. If we can sin without any conviction, something is wrong and we need to check our sensors. We can't ignore the Spirit’s nudges and assume life will run smoothly. Eventually, you will experience a breakdown and need to call the Helper for a tow and repair.

Regularly examine your heart and pay attention to your indicator light!

Many people are living in fear for different reasons – the kind of fear that causes us to respond to life in unhealthy ways, distorts our thinking, and even causes us to question God’s love for us. But this fear does not come from Him. It originates from the enemy, the father of lies, who seeks to deceive us into doubting our worth and identity in Christ and the goodness of God. To fear the Lord is to reverence Him, not be afraid of Him; to honor Him and hold Him in the highest esteem.

God's love for you is perfect and casts out all fear. You are the apple of His eye and He loves you unconditionally and completely. Don’t believe the lies! and allow the enemy to live rent-free in your mind. God has not given you a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind!

"Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God!