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The Spirit In Us Has Overcome The World – Weekly Words Of Encouragement

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“You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world” (1 John 4:4, NIV).  This verse is one of our bulwarks against all that would tear us down! God is all-powerful, and his Spirit lives in us, so we can overcome the world. We have his spiritual power that keeps us focused on love and truth, and no spirit, person, institution, or destructive desire inside or outside of us can cause us to stumble when we stay centered on God’s Spirit who has made us his temple and lighthouse for the world. The passage says we have already overcome the world, past tense. God has done it! It is true that we will still suffer from forces in the world. They can inflict great pain, but that does not mean they are superior Continue Reading →

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The World Is Passing Away – Weekly Words Of Encouragement

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“The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever.” I Jn 2:17 (NIV) Worldliness is always a temptation and it comes in many forms, but we can take comfort in the knowledge that the world is passing away, along with all its ungodly desires. In general, worldliness is whatever harms anything good. Another way of saying this is that anytime we make something in the world a higher priority than what God desires, then we are being worldly. If we embrace something worldly, then we are embracing vapor, because the the world is passing away. It certainly takes inspired willpower to resist the temptation to join with others in their worldliness. We are especially tempted to avoid the pain of being devalued by others. But the promise of God is that the world is passing away, so we can resist it, knowing that Continue Reading →

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You Can Get Through This Challenge – Weekly Words Of Encouragement

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The Apostle Paul explained how you can get through this challenge you are facing. Listen to his words to the Philippian church: “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength” (Phil. 4:11-13). Paul explains how he has discovered the secret of facing hunger as well as abundance, dishonor as well as honor. So Paul delivers to us a promise from God – you can face anything and you can get through it because God strengthens you! We can do all things we need to do and still retain integrity and our relationship with God. Even Continue Reading →

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Freedom From Anxiety – Weekly Words Of Encouragement

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“In everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Phil. 4:6-7 (ESV). This is a great encouragement because it teaches us a practice that will lead us to freedom from anxiety and inner turmoil. If we make our requests to God, and trust him, then we will find peace for our souls. Our hearts and minds will find protection from the circumstances of life that steal our peace. And we cannot even understand this peace because it is supernatural. So by faith we live in the Kingdom of God, which transcends earthly knowledge, and we learn to dwell in supernatural harmony in Christ. But, as you have probably discovered by now, we often cancel the power of this promise for peace by not leaving our Continue Reading →

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The Glory Of Our Future Bodies – Weekly Words Of Encouragement

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“[Jesus] will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body.” Phil. 3:21 (NIV) It is extremely encouraging that Jesus will give us bodies like his and we will be his Bride. Here are 6 fantastic features of our future bodies: For 30 seconds, imagine your body with all these traits. As you reflect on your future body, how does it affect you? Can you let go of your anxieties about your present body? New Podcast! Looking for more of the peace, joy and fulfillment that comes from following Jesus? Follow/subscribe to my new podcast “Christ Formation: Practical Discipleship” on your favorite podcast app, including YouTube. Type my name “Phil Rehberg” then look for the title. God Is Our ProtectorFebruary 9, 2026Discerning The Voices In Our HeadFebruary 6, 2026God Guides The Humble – Weekly Words Of EncouragementFebruary 2, 2026