Category Archives: Essays/Teachings

How We Are Like Jesus

Posted on March 30, 2018 by ashleydwille

In this world, we are like Jesus (1 Jn 4:17b). But how can we be like Him with all of our bad habits and sinful mistakes? God is spirit (John 4:24). He sees us with spiritual eyes. When we were … Continue reading →

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Emotions

Posted on January 4, 2018 by ashleydwille

Emotions! Whether we choose to feel them or not, our souls are filled with emotions. We may think we’re not supposed to have them, then we don’t know what to do with them. Let’s put emotions in context: Emotions don’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Essays/Teachings | Tagged emotional constipation, emotional honesty, emotions, feeling emotional, how to handle emotions, Psalm 51:6, psalm 62:8, truth, truth in the inner parts | 3 Comments

Spirit

Posted on December 3, 2017 by ashleydwille

Years ago, my three oldest daughters loved watching the Dreamworks movie, Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002). One afternoon, I finally sat, and with the eyes of a child of God, watched it with them. The adventuresome movie surprisingly lifted … Continue reading →

Posted in Essays/Teachings | Tagged adversity, bondage, eagles, Holy Spirit, horses, jesus christ, religion, sabbath rest, Spirit the movie, spiritual growth | Leave a comment

Prayers for Authenticity

Posted on November 13, 2017 by ashleydwille

LORD, please heal my heart and teach my soul with your mercy and grace so that my head and heart meet at my lips and I speak the truth in love (Eph. 4:15). LORD, please help me overcome fear and … Continue reading →

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The Gentleness of God

Posted on September 14, 2017 by ashleydwille

At Midweek service the other day, the pastor asked us what was our favorite characteristic of God. My favorite characteristic of God would have to be His gentleness. It’s interesting for me to realize that apart from my relationship with God, … Continue reading →

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Depart From Me

Posted on July 3, 2017 by ashleydwille

Arguably, these are the most horrifying words in all of Scripture, “Depart from Me; I never knew you…” (Matt. 7:23). These words of Christ are taken from the seventh chapter of the book of Matthew and are prophesied to be spoken directly … Continue reading →

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Sinning Against Yourself

Posted on June 26, 2017 by ashleydwille

Do you ever call yourself stupid? Do you call yourself an idiot? Do you condemn yourself for certain things? Do you get angry at yourself when you fail? If so, you’re sinning against yourself. In Matthew 22:36-40, Christ answers one … Continue reading →

Posted in Essays/Teachings | Tagged christianity, faith, feelings, Great Commandment, love myself as God does, love others as you do youreslf, loving my neighbor, religion, second commandment, sinning against yourself, thoughts, truth | Leave a comment

You Are Not Your Sin

Posted on March 20, 2017 by ashleydwille

Here is a true concept that can strengthen your walk of faith: YOU ARE NOT YOUR SIN! Unfortunately, this truth is not common knowledge in the faith. Many mistakenly believe that they are their sin. If you live under this … Continue reading →

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Oh, To Love Him More

Posted on February 14, 2017 by ashleydwille

In Luke 7:47 we read, “Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven—for she loved much. But he who is forgiven little, loves little.” This verse tells us that the more one is forgiven by Christ, the … Continue reading →

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The Finality of the Cross

Posted on January 20, 2017 by ashleydwille

“E finito!” “Esta terminado!” “C’est fini!” “It is finished,” means just that. It is finished. But… what exactly is finished? All the work for the payment for all sin for all mankind is fully and totally complete (John 19:30)! The … Continue reading →

Posted in Essays/Teachings | Tagged beloved god, Calvary, christ jesus, Christ's death, christianity, emotional rest, Holy Spirit, It is finished, Messiah, new covenant, Religion and Spirituality, the cross, wages of sin, work of the holy spirit | Leave a comment

The Wagon of Salvation

Posted on January 6, 2017 by ashleydwille

Once upon a time there was a young man. His back soaked with perspiration, he trudged along carrying a heavy load. Many years ago he took it over his shoulder and has carried it ever since. One day as he … Continue reading →

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We Become What We Behold

Posted on December 30, 2016 by ashleydwille

Psalm 115:8 tells us that we become what we behold, “And those who make idols are just like them, as are those who trust in them.” Behold means “to see or observe.” Eyes are a gateway to the mind, heart and soul. … Continue reading →

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