Posts by Craig Smee (Page 5)

Posts by Craig Smee (Page 5)

Take Charge

Grow Up, Step Up, Skill Up, Build Up, and Stand Up. Unlocking your God-given authority is a personal and spiritual journey. While there may not be a definitive formula, here are five general principles that can help you in this process: 1. GROW UP – Study Yourself: Do whatever it takes to gain a deeper understanding of your strengths, weaknesses, passions, and purpose. Reflect on your unique gifts and how they align with your calling. Believe that your gifts can…

When It’s Tough To Carry On

And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:8 In life, we all face difficult seasons that challenge us physically, emotionally, and spiritually. These tough times can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling lost and uncertain about the future. However, as followers of Christ, we have a source of strength and hope that transcends our circumstances. In this blog…

The Main Thing

So above all, constantly seek God’s kingdom and his righteousness, then all these less important things will be given to you abundantly. Matthew 6:33 TPT Aligning Our Priorities with God’s Kingdom In a world filled with competing priorities and distractions, it can be challenging to maintain a clear focus on what truly matters. As believers, we are called to live with a kingdom-oriented mindset, aligning our lives with God’s purposes and principles. Being kingdom-oriented means placing the values and priorities…

First Love – Habakuk Shows Us How

When we lose hope it is so easy to take our attention off of Jesus. WHEN YOU ARE IN THE VALLEY you must know and believe: This is not a superficial state of denial—It’s when you look the truth in the face, and you still trust. ______________________________________________ Habbakuk 3:16-18 (NLT) I heard and my heart pounded, my lips quivered at the sound; decay crept into my bones, and my legs trembled. Yet I will wait patiently for the day of…

Confidence in Jesus

The Day After Church: Our Confidence Hello everyone! Today, I wanted to talk about the confidence that we can gain through our faith in Christ. Many of us struggle with self-doubt and insecurity, but when we place our trust in God and His plan for our lives, we can find a deep sense of peace and confidence. The Bible tells us that we are fearfully and wonderfully made, and that God has a purpose for each and every one of…

Alerting the Flesh to Spirit Living

To bring our flesh into alignment, we have to discipline ourselves and have a high awareness of our weaknesses and strengths. Here is an excerpt from Dr. Craig Smee’s latest book Amazingly Dangerous.

A Responsible Response To Grace

Amazingly Dangerous – a responsible response to grace Grace is not something we hide behind or use as an excuse to justify our behavior. Grace is a powerful expression of God, given to us as a tool to fight back against mediocrity and live life to the fullest expression possible. Dr. Craig Smee’s second book challenges and provokes anyone seeking to be healed, restored, or transformed to begin living out a responsible response to grace. Find included a grace declaration…