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What is an "umbrella of protection"?
Understanding “Umbrellas of Protection” embracing the Biblical principle of authority An umbrella is designed to provide protection from various elements of nature: rain, hail, snow, wind, or sunshine. As long as a person is under an umbrella, he finds shelter from harsh weather conditions. If ...Do I need to honor and obey my authority if he is unsaved?
Christian children, wives, citizens, and employees are not excused from obedience because their authority figures are not believers. We should do that which our authorities require of us as long as it is within the boundary of God’s Word. If we are asked to do something wrong, we should make an ...What should I do if my authorities ask me to do wrong?
If an authority asks you to do something that is wrong, explain your concerns and make an appeal. Hopefully the one in leadership will wisely respond to your cautions, adjust his direction, and be able to move ahead with your restored support. Authorities who continue to do wrong are stepping b ...If my parents are divorced, who is my authority figure?
The parent who is legally responsible for you becomes your direct authority. The separated parent may be a part of your chain of counsel. If the parent with whom you are living remarries, he or she automatically delegates part of his or her authority to your step-parent. Learn more about the Bi ...If my parents don’t care what I do, how can I honor their authority?
There are reasons why a parent has ceased caring about what his child does. In most cases, the child has had a strong will and rebelled against his parents. At some point, the parents just decided to stop arguing with him and gave up. When a young person dedicates his life to the Lord, clears h ...If I’m single and living on my own, do I still need to honor my parents?
First, be sure that God has led you to move away from your parents. When God designed the family structure, He purposed that each one in the family meet basic needs for others—especially social needs. When a single person leaves his family, he should be aware that most likely he will face tempt ...If I married the wrong person, do I still need to honor his authority?
Your marriage may not have been one that God would have arranged. However, He established the authority structure of the marriage relationship, and He is eager and able to bless your marriage and to use it to work in your life. “With God, nothing shall be impossible” (Luke 1:37). Learn more abo ...If I don’t respect the authority over me, do I still need to honor him?
It is important to distinguish between an authority’s position under God and his human personality. We are to reverence his position, even though at the same time we may be very aware of his personal weaknesses and failures. To reject an authority because you don’t respect him could be likened ...What are God-ordained authority structures?
Structures of Authority order in the home, church, workplace, and government Recognizing and obeying the one in charge brings security and order to a group. Each person looks to the leader for direction and accountability, and he or she provides guidance for working through questions or problem ...What rewards are promised to those who submit to authority?
The Blessings of Obedience rewards for those who submit to authority God promises rewards to those who submit to authority. The following Bible verses reveal that this concept affects many aspects of life. Things will be well with you. “Honor thy father and mother; which is the first commandme ...How can I overcome negative thought patterns?
Take Your Thoughts Captive learning to think thoughts of truth As followers of God, our spiritual journey involves learning to bring our thoughts under the control of God in obedience to Jesus Christ. “(For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of ...Is rejecting myself the same as rejecting God?
We Are God’s Workmanship learning to cherish God’s design Just as artists express their innermost values and thoughts through art, God expresses Himself through His creation, which includes you! Scripture states that believers are God’s workmanship. (See Ephesians 2:10.) Each unchangeable part ...What are evidences of financial bondage?
Evidences of Financial Bondage identifying pressures that arise from the love of money Whether through inner struggles with covetousness, small purchases beyond our income, or overwhelming pressure from debts, we’ve all felt the lure of greed. A person encounters significant difficulties if he ...Did Jesus deal with difficult unchangeable features?
Christ’s Unchangeable Features God’s design in the life of Christ Unchangeable features such as family, ethnicity, and time in history have a great influence in our lives. Sometimes these characteristics are difficult to accept. They can bring challenges into our lives and cause others to reje ...How can I maintain my "first love" for the Lord?
How to Keep Your “First Love” for the Lord maintaining a daily awareness of your need for God When you receive Jesus Christ as your Savior, the Spirit of God enters your life and confirms that a new relationship has been established with God. “The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, ...What are signs of leaving my "first love" for God?
Evidences of Leaving Your “First Love” for the Lord warning signs to heed Every Christian should be aware of the danger of leaving his first love for the Lord. Long ago, the church in Ephesus was busy doing many things for God, yet Jesus said, “I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast le ...What are the seven basic life principles?
Seven Basic Principles of Life design, authority, responsibility, suffering, ownership, freedom, success Just as there are universal laws that govern the world of nature, there are basic principles that govern our personal lives and relationships. These seven Biblical principles apply to every ...How can I return to my “first love” for the Lord?
Rekindling Your “First Love” for the Lord remember, repent, and do the “first works” When a person receives Christ as his Savior, he experiences the delight of “first love” for the Lord. God’s Spirit witnesses with his spirit that he is a child of God (see Romans 8:16), and this newfound relati ...What are foundational Scriptures for memorization and meditation?
Key Scriptures for Memorization and Meditation engrafting basic themes of Scripture into your life Memorizing and meditating on the Bible will change your life. “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteo ...How can I learn to control my tongue?
Keys to Taming Your Tongue taking responsibility for your words You probably know the pain of regretting words you have spoken: words of pride, dishonesty, envy, gossip, or anger. Although you can seek to restore bruised relationships through repentance and forgiveness, spoken words can never b ...