Welcome to the blog of Fruitful Kingdom. Here we share a wealth of information, experience, strength, and hope. Topics are wide ranging, but the central focus is on deepening a relationship with God, Christian sanctification, and overcoming personal struggles in the flesh.
The Power of Connection in Recovery: “24 And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: 25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.” (Hebrews 10:24-25) For Christians struggling with addiction, …
The Dual Nature of Addiction Recovery: Connection & Subtraction Read More »
Cultivating Joy & Peace in Christ: “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33) Paul’s letter to the Philippians resonates deeply with those seeking mental and spiritual wholeness in today’s …
The Divine Paradox: How God’s Transcendence & Immanence Guide Recovery: “For thus saith the high and exalted One, that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy.” (Isaiah 57:15) God’s nature combines two powerful aspects to help Christians in their wellness journey, and those recovering from addiction. He is transcendent – infinitely powerful and beyond our understanding …
Transcendent Yet Immanent: Finding Hope in Addiction Recovery through God’s Paradox Read More »
Understanding the Cycle of Addiction: “And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil.” (John 3:19) Active addiction is a complex and devastating cycle that feeds on our most profound, unacknowledged fears. These fears – whether of rejection, failure, or …
From Fear to Freedom: Unacknowledged Fears In Active Addiction Read More »
The Eight Judgments in the New Testament: “And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works.” (Revelation 20:12) …
The Eight Biblical Judgments: Understanding God’s Justice, Mercy & Hope Read More »
The Blessing of Pain: Finding Connection & Recovery in Hardship “Fear thou not, for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God.” (Isaiah 41:10) Life’s journey inevitably brings pain, hardship, and challenges that touch us all, regardless of who we are or where we come from. While these trials are universal, …
The Transformative Power of Adversity: The Blessing of Hardship & Pain Read More »
Understanding Faith: The Foundation of Christian Life: Faith is a profound and transformative force that defines and shapes the very essence of our Christian journey. Biblically defined as “the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1), faith is more than mere belief—it’s a divine bridge connecting our hearts to …
Seven Types of Faith in God’s Word: Deepening Your Relationship with Him Read More »
From Slavery to Service “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” (2 Corinthians 5:17) Transformed by faith. Your journey of faith is a transformative process that revolutionizes your life (Romans 12:2). It liberates you from self-centeredness and transforms you …
The Myth of Constant Productivity: Why Rest is Essential “Better is an handful with quietness, than both the hands full with travail and vexation of spirit.” (Ecclesiastes 4:6) The danger of constant productivity. Perhaps you’ve said to yourself: “I can’t afford to rest. I have so much to do. I’ll fall behind if I stop, …
Understanding Introversion and Extroversion in Community “And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.” (Hebrews 10:24-25) Introversion Community is important for …
