THE WORD OF THE WEEK - WOW - PRESENTED BY EXHORTATION MINISTRIES

Send us Fan Mail Definition: 1. hard to do, make, or carry out   2. hard to deal with, manage, or overcome  3. hard to understand Scripture: Isaiah 41:10 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Psalm 138:3 When I called, you answered me; you made me bold and stouthearted. Website:&...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : An idea or opinion produced by thinking or occurring suddenly in the mind. It can also refer to one’s mind or attention, an act of considering or remembering someone or something. Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-24 - “ You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the a...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : Fasting is the abstention from eating and sometimes drinking for social, medical psychological or religious purposes . Fasting may be done voluntarily or under observation . Scripture:Matthew 6:16-18 - “When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show others they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they have received their rewa...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : 1. an energetic attempt to achieve something or avoid an evil 2. an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) 3. Contest; contention; strife . Scripture:1 Thessalonians 5:18 “ Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Peter 5:7-17 - “casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. 8 Be sober-min...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : To show or explain to (someone) how to do something: impart knowledge Scripture: Titus 2:1-9 - “But as for you, speak the things which are fitting for sound doctrine. Older men are to be temperate, dignified, sensible, sound in faith, in love, in perseverance. Older women likewise are to be reverent in their behavior, not malicious gossips nor enslaved to much wine, t...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : A strong emotion caused by anticipation of or awareness of danger.  Fear arises with the threat of harm, either physical, emotional, or psychological, real or imagined. Scripture: Isaiah 41:10 - “Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteo...

Send us Fan Mail Definition :   is the process of groups of organisms working or acting together for common, mutual, or some underlying benefit, as opposed to working in competition for selfish benefit. Scripture: Romans 8:28 :  “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” I Cor. 12:12-13 : “For just as...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : Polite word for old. Scripture: Proverbs 16:31: “A gray head is a crown of glory; It is found in the way of righteousness.” Psalms 92:13-15: “The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon. Those that be planted in the house of the LORD shall flourish in the courts of our God. They shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : 1. In one side and out the opposite or another side of2. Among or between; in the midst of: 3. By way of Scripture: Proverbs 1:7  “ Fear of the lord is the beginning of knowledge, fools despise wisdom and discipline.” Philipians 4:13    “I can do all things though Christ which strengths me.” Psalms 23:4    “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : Having sufficient worth or merit to receive one's honor, esteem, or reward. Scripture: Isaiah 41:10 - “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Hebrews 4:16 - “Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive merc...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : One who is polite and respectful to other people. Yielding to the opinion or wishes of another person. Scripture: Matthew 23:12  - “And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.” Ephesians 4:31-32 - “Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : A stronghold is a building or position that is strongly defendedA fortified place or a fortress used to keep people or valuables safe from invading enemies. Places or areas where a particular belief or activity is common Scripture:1 Samuel 26: 29 - “ Even when you are chased by those who seek to kill you, your life is safe in the care of the Lord your God, secure in h...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : 1. To slowly fall apart and become destroyed by natural processes.2. Decay implies a change from a state of soundness or perfection to an inferior state of rotting, corruption, or dilapidation Scripture:2 Corinthians 4:16 - “Therefore we do not lose heart, but though our outer man is decaying, yet our inner man is being renewed day by day.” 1 John 2:15-17 - “Do not lo...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : The awareness or evaluation of one's own identity, character, abilities, and attitudes by oneself . It is the total being of a person as a unique individual. Scripture: Hebrews 3:13 - “But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called “Today,” so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.’ 3 John 1:2 - "Beloved, I wish above all things t...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : 1. young person especially between infancy and puberty2. a son or daughter of human parents3. one strongly influenced by another or by a place or state of affairs Scripture: Psalms 127:3 - “Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.” Isaiah 54:12-13 - “And all thy children shall be taught of the LORD; and great shall be the peac...

Send us Fan Mail Definition: 1. to cause to come into being or happen by intention or design, as something unique that would not naturally evolve or that is not made by ordinary processes.2. to evolve from one's own thought or imagination,3. to perform (a role) for the first time or in the first production of a play.4. to make by giving a new rank or appointment Scripture: Genesis 1:26 - “The...

Send us Fan Mail Definition: 1. the absence of sound 2. refrained in manner or speech. 3. make calm or still.          Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:17  - “The words of wise men are heard in quiet more than the cry of him that ruleth among fools. ” 1 Peter 3:3-4  - " Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. R...

Send us Fan Mail   Definition: The choice and willingness to confront agony, pain, danger, uncertainty, or intimidation. Scripture: 2nd Timothy 1:7 “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. Joshua 1:9  “ Behold I command thee, take courage, and be strong . Fear not, and be not dismayed: because the Lord thy God is with thee in all things whatsoe...

Send us Fan Mail Definition: The ability or strength to continue or last, despite fatigue, stress, or other adverse conditions. Scripture: James 1:12 - “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him” Romans 15:4 - “For everything that was written in the past was written to te...

Send us Fan Mail Definition: feeling or showing pleasure or contentment: 2. fortunate and convenient: Scripture: Psalms 37:4 - “Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. ” 1 Timothy 6:6-8 - "But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content...

Send us Fan Mail Definition: the act or state of looking forward or anticipating.a prospect of future good or profit:the degree of probability that something will occur: Scripture: Proverbs 11:23 “The desire of the righteous is only good, But the expectation of the wicked is wrath.” Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans for welfare and not for calamit...

Send us Fan Mail Definition: to describe an individual feature, fact, or item: to give the full particulars of: or to assign (person(s)) to undertake a particular task: or to clean intensively and minutely: Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22 - “My son, if you receive my words and treasure up my commandments with you, making your ear attentive to wisdom and inclining your heart to understanding; yes, if yo...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : To stimulate (someone's) interest in or enthusiasm for doing something: It is the driving force behind human actions. Scripture: Proverbs 16:2 “All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the LORD.” Jeremiah 17:9 “Because the human heart is very deceitful, we can easily fool ourselves about our own motives.” ------------------ The underlying...

Send us Fan Mail Definition : Not giving the offender the outcome that is deserved. A blessing that is an act of divine favor or compassion. Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one's power to punish or harm Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23 - “It is of the Lord 's mercies that we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning: gr...

Send us Fan Mail Definition: to regard or treat (someone) with admiration and respect:to give special recognition toto live up to or fulfill the terms of a commitment Scripture: Romans 12:10 Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Hebrews 13:7 Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. E...