Triumphant Victorious Reminders

Triumphant Victorious Reminders Inspired by The Holy Spirit Written by: Teresa Criswell "I am given His Spirit, therefore, I have access to the mind of Christ." ~ I Corinthians 2:10-16 ~ There are two balloons - as I hold them both, they look the same. They're the same color and same size, BUT when I let go - one balloon soars to the ceiling and the other falls to the ground. The balloon filled with air and breath has no ability to allow the balloon to rise above - the balloon filled with helium allows the balloon to soar...same goes with who we are - our spirit man is pure and our soul man is weighed down by our will, emotions and past experiences.  We expect to live a life for God in the soul, carnal realm - but it's not possible to make choices of the Spirit of God with our own power or might. HOWEVER, what is possible in Christ is to live a life according to The Spirit of God - but how? It starts with our mouth. Yes! When we regularly exercise - more than...

Triumphant Victorious Reminders Inspired by The Holy Spirit Written by: Teresa Stevens Criswell "...Beauty of God in exchange for ashes of this life , the oil of joy in exchange for mourning and depression, the garment of praise in exchange for the spirit of heaviness and oppression ..." ~ Isaiah 61:3 ~   As I had many times before, I dropped my phone; but this time the drop brought shattering results.   At first bummed, then calling my mobile phone carrier to upgrade, it was in that moment I wasn't willing to pay nor sign a two year contract and found myself attempting to figure out "how" I could get my upgrade at no cost. It was in that very moment The Holy Spirit utilized my iPhone to teach me something so beautiful. It was that sweet, gentle whisper as though I could hear Him say, "Teresa,  don't worry. Let this be a reminder of your life without Me." As the call ended, in a silly way I held my phone close and said, "Thank Y...