by Gena Barnhill @BarnhillGena The Truth: I can defy the crippling lie I’m not worthy because I’m God’s treasured possession. My identity is in Christ, and He says I am valuable (Deuteronomy 14:2; Matthew 6:26). The Lie: I’m not worthy. I’m Not Worthy Skit Have you ever watched “Wayne’s World,” the Saturday Night Live comedy […]

Healing Prayer Discussions, The Lies We Tell Ourselves Series

Defy the Crippling Lie I’m Not Worthy

Woman with her hand on the side of her head thinking about the crippling lie I'm not worthy

By Gena Barnhill @BarnhillGena Lie: Past mistakes determine your future. Truth: I am a new creation in Christ. My past mistakes don’t determine my future because He has forgiven me and set me free from guilt and shame (2 Corinthians 5:17; Ephesians 2:8–9).   The lie past mistakes determine your future holds us back from enjoying […]

Healing Prayer Discussions, The Lies We Tell Ourselves Series

How to Not Let Past Mistakes Determine Your Future

By Gena Barnhill @BarnhillGena Truth: I can overcome I can’t beat this and do all things by faith in Christ Jesus who strengthens me (Philippians 4:13; 1 John 5:4). Lie: I can’t beat this. Jacob approached Pastor John after the church service, his hands shaking and feet shuffling from side to side. “I’m desperate to […]

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How to Overcome I Can’t Beat This with I Can

By Gena Barnhill @BarnhillGena Lie: I can’t forgive those who hurt me. Truth: I can forgive because Christ has forgiven me (Ephesians 4:32). Are you familiar with the inspiring story of Corrie ten Boom? Corrie’s incredible journey of forgiveness is a compelling reminder of the transformative power of God’s grace. It empowers us to forgive, […]

Healing Prayer Discussions, The Lies We Tell Ourselves Series

I Can’t Forgive Those Who Hurt Me

Man with a serious facial expression and raised arm is looking out a window through the blinds and thinking he can't forgive those who hurt him.

By Gena Barnhill @BarnhillGena The Lie: God will not forgive me for falling into temptation. The Truth: God promises to forgive me when I confess my mistakes (Romans 8:1; 1 John 1:9). The false belief God will not forgive me for past mistakes and failures is a devastating lie from the enemy designed to separate […]

Healing Prayer Discussions, The Lies We Tell Ourselves Series

How to Reject the Lie God Will Not Forgive Me

Woman with a white scarf placed under her tear-filled eyes giving the impression of sadness or shame and believing God will not forgive me