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The Pharisees knew Scripture, taught the Law, and appeared deeply religious. Yet Jesus repeatedly challenged them because their knowledge did not always produce humility, mercy, or love.
Our latest Doxa Missions blog post, “Avoid the Development of a Pharisee’s Heart,” encourages us to examine our own hearts—not to condemn ourselves, but to grow closer to Christ.
In this post, we look at:
• The danger of knowledge without transformation
• When tradition replaces truth
• Why mercy, justice, and faith matter to God
• How to guard against pride and selective judgment
• The importance of repentance and a teachable heart
Read the full article here: https://www.doxamissionsslu.org/post/avoid-the-development-of-a-pharisee-s-heart
What is one attitude or habit God may be asking you to change?

Avoid the Development of a Pharisee’s Heart Recognize the heart of a Pharisee and learn how humility, mercy, and obedience can keep your relationship with Christ genuine.

You may have the qualifications, experience, and evidence that you belong, yet still hear an inner voice saying, “You are not good enough.”
That struggle is often called imposter syndrome.
In our latest episode of the Health for the Spirit, Soul, and Body Blog, we look at overcoming imposter syndrome with faith. Through the stories of David and Mephibosheth, personal reflection, Scripture, prayer, community, and practical action, we discover how to replace self-doubt with the truth of our identity in Christ.
You do not have to be perfect to be useful. You do not have to know everything before taking the next faithful step. God can continue shaping you while working through you.
“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works.” — Ephesians 2:10, KJV
Read the full blog post: https://www.doxamissionsslu.org/post/overcoming-imposter-syndrome-with-faith-realizing-your-true-identity-in-christ
What truth about your identity in Christ will you speak over yourself when self-doubt appears?

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Faith: Embracing Your True Identity in Christ Overcoming imposter syndrome with faith begins by replacing self-doubt with the truth of your identity in Christ

Life can place some serious walls in front of us—walls of discouragement, delay, disappointment, fear, or failure.
But the wall is not the end.
God can enable you to break through for your breakthrough. It may not be easy, but with faith, perseverance, and the Word of God, you can keep going until light begins to break through.
Job endured.
Joseph kept going.
Jacob wrestled until the blessing came.
Ruth pressed through loss into purpose.
And God was faithful.
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” — Philippians 4:13, KJV
Read the full blog post here: https://www.doxamissionsslu.org/post/break-through-for-your-breakthrough-faith-to-keep-going-when-life-gets-tough
What is one area of your life where you are trusting God to help you break through?

Break Through for Your Breakthrough: Faith to Keep Going When Life Gets Tough Break Through for Your Breakthrough with faith, God’s Word, and perseverance through tough seasons.

Have you ever noticed how many distractions appear when you decide to read your Bible?
That's because the Word of God is one of the most powerful tools God has given His children. It strengthens faith, defeats temptation, and equips us for spiritual victory.
In our latest Health for the Spirit, Soul, and Body Blog, we explore why The Word Works and how you can use Scripture the way Jesus did when He said, "It is written."
📖 Read here: https://www.doxamissionsslu.org/post/the-word-works-how-to-use-god-s-word-for-victory-every-day
💬 We'd love to hear from you: What Bible verse has helped you through a difficult season?

The Word Works: How to Use God's Word for Victory Every Day The Word Works. Discover how God's Word empowers believers to overcome challenges and walk in victory every day.

Many believers love God’s promises, but sometimes we feel like we have to earn them.
The good news is this: God’s promises are received by grace through faith, not by striving, pressure, or self-effort.
In this episode of the Health for the Spirit, Soul, and Body Blog from Doxa Missions, we’re looking at Accessing Grace by Faith — and how faith opens the door to the grace God has already made available through Jesus Christ.
“By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand…” — Romans 5:2, KJV
Read the full blog post here: https://www.doxamissionsslu.org/post/accessing-grace-by-faith-receiving-god-s-promises-god-s-way
What is one area where you are learning to trust God’s grace more deeply?

Accessing Grace by Faith: Receiving God’s Promises God’s Way Accessing Grace by Faith helps you stop striving and receive God’s promises through trust in Christ.

Father’s Day gives us a beautiful opportunity to pause and honor the fathers and father figures in our lives. But honor should not be reserved for one day a year.
Our newest Health for the Spirit, Soul, and Body Blog from Doxa Missions is titled “Ten Prayers to Strengthen Our Fathers.”
In this post, we look at ten prayers to strengthen fathers using God’s Word. These prayer points cover his work, heart, mind, healing from the past, courage, leadership, finances, speech, friendships, and his role as a father.
No earthly father is perfect, but God is still working.
Philippians 1:6 KJV says, “Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.”
Let’s lift up our fathers, husbands, grandfathers, mentors, pastors, and spiritual fathers in prayer.
Read the full post here:
https://www.doxamissionsslu.org/post/ten-prayers-to-strengthen-our-fathers
Question: What is one prayer you feel led to pray over a father or father figure this week?

Ten Prayers to Strengthen Our Fathers | Doxa Missions Ten prayers to strengthen fathers with God’s Word, encouragement, and faith-filled reflection for Father’s Day and beyond.

Knowing God's Will: The Key to Confident Prayer and Purposeful Living
Life can be unpredictable. Plans change. Opportunities come and go. The world around us seems to shift constantly.
But God's will remains steady.
One of the greatest discoveries we can make as believers is that knowing God's will puts us in a position to pray with confidence and walk with purpose.
As Scripture says:
"And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us..." (1 John 5:14 KJV)
In this new episode of the Health for the Spirit, Soul, and Body Blog from Doxa Missions, I share biblical insights from Colossians, Gideon, and David, along with a personal testimony about discovering God's direction during my years as a resident surgeon.
Read the full article:
🔗 https://www.doxamissionsslu.org/post/knowing-god-s-will-the-key-to-confident-prayer-and-purposeful-living
Question for you:
Have you ever had a moment when God clearly directed your path? Share your experience in the comments below.

Knowing God’s Will: The Key to Confident Prayer and Purposeful Living Learn why knowing God's will is essential for answered prayer, spiritual growth, and fulfilling God's purpose for your life.

What a beautiful truth: Jesus is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.
Because of His finished work on the cross, we do not have to live under guilt, shame, or the curse. Through faith in Jesus Christ, we are forgiven, made righteous, and welcomed into the blessing of God.
Our latest blog post looks at taking away sin and the curse and what that means for everyday life as a believer.
Read here: https://www.doxamissionsslu.org/post/taking-away-sin-and-the-curse
After reading, share this with someone who needs encouragement today. What does Jesus’ redemption mean to you personally?

Taking Away Sin and the Curse Jesus took away sin and the curse so believers can live in righteousness and receive God’s blessing by faith.

Have you ever felt stuck because you were overthinking, worrying, or waiting for everything to be perfect?
Many of us have. But here is the encouragement: action is the way forward.
Faith is not only something we believe in our hearts. It is something we live out through obedience, courage, and small daily steps.
James 2:18 (KJV) says:
“Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works.”
You do not have to take the biggest step today. You only need to take the next faithful one.
Read the full blog post here: https://www.doxamissionsslu.org/post/action-is-the-way-forward-empowering-your-faith-and-moving-beyond-worry
What is one small action you can take this week to move beyond worry?

Action is the Way Forward: Empowering Your Faith and Moving Beyond Worry Action is the way forward. Learn how faith-filled steps can help you move beyond worry into purposeful living.

“There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus…” — Romans 8:1, KJV
So many people love God but still live under the weight of shame, regret, and self-condemnation. But the message of Christ is not that your past has the final word. Jesus does.
In our latest Health for the Spirit, Soul, and Body Blog episode, we look at Romans 8:1, John 3:18, and the story of the woman caught in adultery. Jesus did not condemn her, but He did call her into a new life.
That is grace and truth working together.
Read the full post here: https://www.doxamissionsslu.org/post/no-condemnation-in-christ-jesus-walking-free-from-shame-and-into-grace
What does “no condemnation in Christ Jesus” mean to you personally?

No Condemnation in Christ Jesus: Walking Free from Shame and Into Grace No condemnation in Christ Jesus means freedom from shame and a fresh call to walk in grace, truth, and the Spirit.