The Bishop’s Mind: Christian Wisdom, Daily Devotionals & Empowering Messages for Kingdom Living

  Be Careful What You Say About the Holy Spirit "And grieve not the Holy Spirit of God, whereby you are sealed unto the day of redemption." – Ephesians 4:30 Throughout life, people experience moments where they miss the mark through thoughts, words, or actions that are not the highest and the best. Scripture speaks about transgressions, iniquities, and other forms of spiritual misalignment. Yet within these teachings there is also a deeper warning concerning blasphemy , particularly regarding the Holy Spirit. Jesus explained in Matthew 12:31–32 that many mistakes can be forgiven, but people must be careful about what they say concerning the Holy Spirit. The Apostle Paul echoes this instruction in Ephesians 4:30, reminding believers not to grieve the Holy Spirit of God. The Holy Spirit carries a nurturing quality often associated with the wisdom of God. Because of this sacred relationship, individuals must carefully monitor their Thoughts, Theology, and Treatment,  the...

  Living in Alignment with the Holy Spirit  "Do not grieve the Holy Spirit who has sealed you until the Day of Redemption."   Ephesians 4:30 KSB    All of us have experienced loss, it’s part of the human experience. The feelings that come with loss are called grief, sorrow, or mourning. Mourning is the process of handling loss. It may be the loss of a person, a job, or even a cherished possession. Each type of loss carries emotions, and there’s a process we go through to navigate it.  When your life has been aligned a certain way and you experience loss, you must realign. Without that person, place, or thing, your life feels off balance like driving a car out of alignment. It pulls in a certain direction, wears you out faster, and keeps you from traveling smoothly. In grief, you need to find your balance again, regain your rhythm, and recover your “mojo.”    Give yourself permission to grieve. Feel your feelings. Give yourself permis...