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The Journey
Spiritual growth is a journey of understanding our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, and His promises to lead us to an enriched life full of grace and mercy. This space is not limited to acquiring knowledge, but to transforming our thoughts, attitudes, and actions and becoming more like Jesus. Pursuing growth equips us and draws us closer to God, the true source of life and truth. May we all experience the fullness of His love and presence in our lives as we pursue the ONE, THE UTMOST.
But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen. 2 Peter 3:18 [NIV]
Baptism of the Holy Spirit: What It Is, Why We Need It, and How to Receive It
The baptism of the Holy Spirit is one of the most important and, at times, debated subjects within Christianity. Christians agree that the Holy Spirit lives and works in believers, but there are different views about how the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, the baptism of the Holy Spirit, and being filled with the Holy Spirit relate to one another. The New Testament gives us a picture of the Holy Spirit who lives within believers, while also describing an experience in which th
Mercy
Sep 23
Understanding the Trinity: One God, Three Persons
Trinity The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the foundational beliefs of Christianity—and also one of the most profound mysteries of the Christian faith. The word “Trinity” does not appear in Scripture, yet Christians have used this term to describe what Scripture reveals about God: there is one God, and the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are each truly divine and personally distinct from one another. How can God be one and yet three persons? This is not a simple conce
Mercy
Sep 18
The Ministry of a Prophet vs. the Gift of Prophecy
All May Prophesy, But Not All Are Prophets When Someone Says, “God Told Me…” Few statements carry as much weight in Christian circles as: “God told me…” Those words can bring encouragement, direction, and hope. But they can also be misused. · What happens when someone claims to speak on behalf of God? · Does every person who prophesies have the ministry of a prophet? · Can a prophetic word be questioned? · Should Christians make major decisio
Mercy
Sep 9
How to Identify a True Prophet: Test the Spirit
In my last two blog posts, I shared about the Holy Spirit and His ministry. In this post, I want to explore the importance of discerning spirits and recognising false prophets. We live in a world filled with voices claiming to speak on behalf of God. Some may sound convincing, spiritual, and even biblical. So, how do we know whether someone is genuinely speaking the truth of God? The Bible gives us a clear instruction: “Do not quench the Spirit. Do not treat prophecies with c
Mercy
Aug 26
The Ministry of the Holy Spirit: Understanding His Work in our Lives
The Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Trinity—fully God, divine in nature, and equal in deity with the Father and the Son. He is not merely an impersonal force or an abstract power. He is the Spirit of God, who carries and reveals the presence of God and actively works in the lives of believers. I have written a detailed blog post exploring who the Holy Spirit is, which I will link here. One of the most sobering passages concerning the Holy Spirit is found in Matthew 12:
Mercy
Aug 9
Holy Spirit: The Indwelling Person
When I had my first child, friends who came to visit would sometimes refer to the baby as "it" instead of "he." As amusing as it sounds, my baby was never an "it." He was a real person—a living being, wonderfully created in the image of God. In a similar way, throughout my years in ministry, I have often heard people refer to the Holy Spirit as "it." While this may seem harmless, it reveals a common misunderstanding. The Holy Spirit is not an impersonal force, a feeling, or s
Mercy
Jul 14
Knowing Jesus
The Foundation of a Lifelong Relationship Before you marry someone, you take time to get to know that person before committing to a lifelong relationship. In a similar way, how well do you know the holy God who gave His life so that you could have a relationship with Him? What is the foundation of your trust in Him? Come, let us discover who Jesus is. What is He like? What does the Bible reveal about His nature and character? Whether you have never believed in Jesus or are a
Mercy
Jul 8
Jesus- The Son of Man
Jesus is the son of God, and we have explored this further in my blog post, “Jesus- The Son of God“, implying His deity. In this blog, we will explore another important aspect of His nature- Jesus’ humanity. Where I live, in Australia, Jesus is primarily viewed through the lens of Christmas. This provides a good starting point for unravelling His humanity. According to Matthew 1 and Luke 2, Jesus was born of a virgin. Matthew 1:23 declares, “They will call him Immanuel,” (whi
Mercy
Jul 8
Jesus- The Son of God
Ever Wondered Who Jesus Is? Growing up in a Christian family, the question of who Jesus is never seemed difficult to answer. My early response was simple: Jesus is the Son of God; He died for my sins and rose again. While true, this answer lacked depth—it had no scriptural basis and offered little insight into His divine nature. Such a simple answer would hardly satisfy a seeker or a non-believer. Consider this: if someone asks, “Who is Mercy?” it is not enough to give an occ
Mercy
Jul 8
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