The constant, conscious inner feelings of the assurance or certainty of your salvation (which is the Helmet of Salvation) is an absolute must for faithfully persevering and maintaining your joy during the really tough times of life. (Victory Every Day in Every Way, Pastor Clarence Washington, p. 186) (Philippians 1:21-26; 3:10-11; Hebrews 11:8-16)

Forgiveness cauterizes our wounds. It stops the bleeding! Forgiveness is what starts the process of healing the damaged and infected parts of our emotions and spirits. (Victory Every Day in Every Way, p. 377) (Psalm 103:1-3, 12; Matthew 6:14-15; Ephesians 4:32; Colossians 3:12-13)

Guilt is one of Satan’s most successful strategies for preventing people from experiencing the full joy, peace, and victory of their salvation … He knows that guilt-ridden people are not able to live the victorious kingdom lifestyle that Jesus died to provide for them. (“Victory Every Day in Every Way,” p. 356-357) (Psalm 32:3-5; 1 John […]