Calvary Power Bible Church

26/08/2026

Overcoming Jealousy

We don’t have to conquer jealousy on our own—God wants to transform our heart and help us step into freedom.

Psalm 37:4-6

Now that we have a clear picture of what jealousy is and the impact it can have, let’s look at some practical ways to address the issue. Overcoming jealousy isn’t about trying harder; it’s about allowing God to transform our heart. Here are five steps to take:

1. Acknowledge that jealousy exists in your life. Don’t minimize or rationalize the problem. Instead, be honest with yourself before God. Confession is the first step toward freedom.

2. Recognize what jealousy reveals. In analyzing your envy, ask yourself, Does this bring to light what I believe I need in order to be happy? What am I afraid of losing? These questions will help you understand the deeper longings beneath the surface.

3. Bring it to God in ongoing confession. Make this a regular practice, not a one-time prayer. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal jealous thoughts, and realize that God’s grace is always available.

4. Ask God to help you see others as He does. Doing this will help you recognize them as His beloved children.

5. Redirect your focus to God’s faithfulness in your own life. Jealousy blinds us to good things. But when we delight ourselves in the Lord, He transforms our desires (Ps. 37:4).

Overcoming jealousy is a process, not a quick fix. But with God’s help, the grip of envy can loosen overtime.

Good morning.

25/08/2026

The Consequences of Jealousy

Understanding envy and its destructive impact can encourage us to confront and overcome it.

Romans 13:13-14

In learning about the nature of jealousy, perhaps you realize you struggle a bit with this problem. If so, it’s important to address. Left unchecked, envy doesn’t just stay in our mind—it spills out and causes great damage (Prov. 14:30 NIV), such as ...

Broken relationships: Jealousy creates distance between us and the people we envy. We pull away, become critical, or struggle to celebrate their good news.

Constant dissatisfaction: When we’re focused on what others have, it’s hard to enjoy what is in front of us. Jealousy trains us to always look elsewhere for contentment, which we’ll never find.

Wasted energy: The mental and emotional energy spent comparing ourselves to others could be better invested in our own growth, relationships, and calling. Jealousy leaves us stuck.

Bitterness and resentment: Over time, jealousy hardens into something uglier. What starts as “I wish I had that” becomes animosity that poisons our entire outlook.

Loss of peace: Jealousy and peace cannot coexist. When we’re consumed with envy, we forfeit contentment and rest.

Understanding destructive consequences may encourage you to address this issue in your life. Then, with God’s help, you can begin the journey toward healing and restoration.

Good morning.

24/08/2026

22/08/2026

Staying in the Light

God invites us to experience intimate fellowship with Him. Walking in the light is our response to His call.

1 John 1:8-10; 1 John 2:1-2

As we saw yesterday, John uses the imagery of darkness and light to describe a life of sin versus a life in Christ (1 John 1:5-7). God is pure and perfect light shining through an obedient person. However, when we invite the darkness of sin into our life, there is conflict.

The way to keep a pure spirit in this world is to confess sin (v. 9). We are made clean by Jesus’ work on the cross, and nothing can change a redeemed believer’s identity as God’s holy child. However, wrongdoing does interfere with the fellowship between us and the Lord (Isa. 59:2).

What restores fellowship is confession, which simply means we agree with God that our actions, thoughts, or words are in violation of His will. While it is tempting to confess in a general sort of way—“I’m sorry if I’ve sinned against You”—the most helpful method for removing darkness from our life is through being specific about our transgressions. The Holy Spirit isn’t general in His conviction; He points to the exact problem.

Believers who acknowledge their sin and take responsibility for it stay in right relationship with the Lord. John’s letter confirms God’s desire to cast out darkness and keep us fully in the light of His love.

Good morning. Have a great weekend.

21/08/2026

The Rewards of Patience.

As we wait upon the Lord and align with His will, we experience the fullness of His grace and faithfulness.

Psalm 40:1-3

Scripture contains many stories of people who waited years before God’s promises came to pass. Waiting upon the Lord develops character and deepens our trust in Him.

Today let’s look at David. He was the chosen heir to Israel’s throne, but he spent years dodging King Saul’s wrathful pursuit. Despite having two different opportunities for vengeance, David resisted the temptation and spared Saul’s life. He chose to adhere to God’s timetable for his coronation instead of dishonoring the Lord by killing the divinely anointed king.

In Psalm 18:16-19, Psalm 139:14, and others, David reveals his intimate awareness of the Lord’s work in his life. The shepherd king not only ascended the throne through patience; he also learned God’s way is always best. He grew in his commitment to trust the Lord rather than force outcomes through his own actions.

We cannot rush God’s timing, and our patient endurance doesn’t earn His favor; that’s already ours through grace. But waiting on the Lord does transform us. David didn’t receive his blessings because he was special or because he earned them through patience. He received them because God is faithful to His promises. And that same faithfulness extends to us as we learn to wait on Him.

Good morning.

19/08/2026

Obstacles as Opportunities

When barriers obstruct our path, God provides a way around or the strength to overcome.

Psalm 27:11-14

Learning to see obstacles as opportunities takes time. When we’re facing barriers, our natural response is frustration or fear. But recalling God’s faithfulness can lead us to a truer perspective. It helps to remember ...

God is at work. He’s actively moving His plan forward, even when we can’t see it. The Lord will either provide a way around obstacles or show us how they fit into His larger purposes. This doesn’t mean every difficulty is part of some divine test, but it does mean God is present and working.

God equips and guides us. His indwelling Holy Spirit communicates what we need to know (John 16:13). Whether we receive His direction in stages or all at once, He asks us to trust Him rather than human wisdom.

God invites our participation. It takes courage to move forward despite barriers. Patience is necessary as we wait for Him to work and reveal His plan. And faith enables us to trust God with the outcome.

Obstacles don’t disappear because we trust the Lord, but our perspective shifts. When we remember these truths, we can face barriers with confidence that God is already at work in ways we may not yet see.

Good morning.

17/08/2026

Overcoming Obstacles

Difficulty does not diminish God’s power—instead, He displays His power through it.

Matthew 17:14-21

Nothing is impossible for God. No obstacle confuses Him or poses any kind of challenge. Though we know He is sovereign over all, we have trouble maintaining this perspective, just like the disciples in today’s passage. When difficulties arise, we all too often ...

1. Experience a shift in focus. During trials, we tend to take our eyes off the Lord and instead see only our problems. The longer we look at our circumstance, the larger it seems. As we dwell on it in thought and conversation, our mindset can become negative.

2. Develop an incorrect assessment of resources. In times of trouble, we start taking inventory of our own strength and abilities. The truth is that we don’t have what is needed for life’s trials—Jesus Himself told us that. (See John 16:33.) But God’s capabilities are unlimited, His power is never-ending, and His wisdom is complete.

3. View obstacles as barriers. The Lord can demonstrate His awesome power through our difficulties. (See 2 Cor. 12:7-10.) At such times, we grow in our faith and learn more about our Father. If we view hardships simply as troubles, then we can miss demonstrations of God’s love, power, and wisdom.

May we start each day committed to a Christ-centered focus, be dependent on His resources, and trust that God is in control.

Good morning.