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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Gena Barnhill @BarnhillGena Lie: I can’t trust in God’s protection. Truth: I can trust in God’s protection because He promises to strengthen, help, and uphold me (Psalm 91:4; Isaiah 41:10).   In a world filled with uncertainties, risks of disease, and war, many people develop a mindset of self-protection, instead of trusting in God’s protection. […]