Posts with the category “christian-living”
Unshakable Joy and Eternal Security
by Pastor Jeff on April 21st, 2025
04/21/2025“Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure, because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead, nor will you let your faithful one see decay.”— Psalm 16:9-10 (NIV)These words, penned by King David, pulse with both present joy and future hope. At first glance, it’s a song of celebration. A glad heart, rejoicing tongue, a sense of peace in the b... Read More
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Called to Serve in Freedom
by Pastor Jeff on April 12th, 2025
04/12/2025“You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.”- Galatians 5:13 (NIV)Freedom is a precious gift. And in Christ, it’s more than political liberty or personal autonomy, it’s the spiritual release from sin and the law. Paul reminds the believers in Galatia that their new life in Christ is not... Read More
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Strength for Every Season
by Pastor Jeff on April 11th, 2025
04/11/2025“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”– Philippians 4:13 (NIV)This verse has become a favorite for athletes, entrepreneurs, and everyday believers alike. It’s printed on coffee mugs, stitched into gym bags, and quoted in moments of both triumph and challenge. But this verse is more than a motivational slogan. It’s a declaration of dependence, not independence. And to full... Read More
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The Harvest Is Ready…Are You?
by Pastor Jeff on April 10th, 2025
04/10/2025“Then he said to his disciples, ‘The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.’”—Matthew 9:37–38 (NIV)Jesus had just been traveling from town to town, healing the sick, opening blind eyes, raising the dead, and preaching the good news of the kingdom. But it wasn’t the miracles that moved His heart mos... Read More
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The Only Name That Saves
by Pastor Jeff on April 7th, 2025
04/07/2025“Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.”- Acts 4:12 (NIV)The early church was bold. In today’s reading, Peter and John had just healed a man who had been lame from birth. The religious leaders were furious. Not just because of the miracle, but because it was done in the name of Jesus. When questioned, Peter s... Read More
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Living for God’s Glory
by Pastor Jeff on April 3rd, 2025
04/03/2025“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”—1 Corinthians 10:31 NIVIt’s a simple command, yet it covers every corner of our lives; Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. This verse isn’t confined to just the spiritual or sacred moments like Sunday morning worship or prayer time. It reaches into the mundane, the routine, the seemingly insign... Read More
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Love Like This
by Pastor Jeff on April 2nd, 2025
04/02/2025“Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.”— 1 John 4:11 NIVThere are some verses in Scripture that stop us in our tracks, not because they are hard to understand, but because they are so clear and convicting. 1 John 4:11 is one of those verses.John begins with an affectionate address: “Dear friends.” It’s personal. It’s pastoral. And then he drops a simple ... Read More
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God at Work Within You
by Pastor Jeff on March 31st, 2025
03/31/2025“for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.”— Philippians 2:13 NIVHave you ever felt inadequate or unsure about what God wants from your life? Maybe you’ve looked at your flaws or failures and thought, “There’s no way God could use someone like me.” But today’s verse offers us a powerful reminder: it’s not all up to us. It is God Himself who i... Read More
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Roots That Never Run Dry
by Pastor Jeff on March 28th, 2025
03/28/2025“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him.”—Jeremiah 17:7 NIVTrust is a powerful thing. It’s the foundation of every meaningful relationship, the anchor in the storms of life. But when trust is misplaced in people, possessions, or plans, it can leave us disappointed and disillusioned. Jeremiah was writing to a people who had put their trust in earthly kin... Read More
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Love That Covers
by Pastor Jeff on March 27th, 2025
03/27/2025“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”— 1 Peter 4:8 (NIV)Peter’s words in this verse are a powerful reminder of the centrality of love in the Christian life. Written to believers who were experiencing suffering and persecution, Peter doesn’t urge them first to defend themselves or to seek revenge, he tells them to love. Not just casually or whe... Read More
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All In
by Pastor Jeff on March 25th, 2025
03/25/2025“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.”—Deuteronomy 6:5 (NIV)This verse is the heartbeat of the faith walk. It’s not a casual suggestion or a gentle encouragement, it’s a command that sets the tone for how we’re called to relate to God. Moses, addressing the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land, reminded them that ... Read More
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Approved and Unashamed
by Pastor Jeff on March 24th, 2025
03/24/2025“Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.”—2 Timothy 2:15 (NIV)Paul’s words to Timothy come as a challenge and a charge to every believer, especially those who lead, teach, and disciple others. The apostle is urging Timothy to live a life of diligence, integrity, and devotion, particular... Read More
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A Way Out
by Pastor Jeff on March 23rd, 2025
03/23/2025“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.”— 1 Corinthians 10:13 NIVTemptation is not a sign of spiritual weakness, it is a reality of the human condition. Every believer, no matter how mature, encounters... Read More
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Made for Rest
by Pastor Jeff on March 22nd, 2025
03/22/2025Then he said to them, “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.”— Mark 2:27 (NIV)Jesus spoke these words in response to the Pharisees’ accusation that His disciples were breaking the Sabbath by picking heads of grain. For the religious elite, Sabbath observance had become a burden of rules and rigid expectations. But Jesus, the Lord of the Sabbath, reframes it completely. N... Read More
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Sharpening Souls Together
by Pastor Jeff on March 21st, 2025
03/21/2025“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”— Proverbs 27:17 NIVThere is a beautiful weight to this simple verse. You will find that it is more than a metaphor; it is a call to intentional relationship, godly accountability, and mutual growth. Imagine the sound of two blades striking one another. Sparks may fly. It may not be comfortable. But the outcome is unmistakable: both... Read More
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The Sacrifice That Pleases God
by Pastor Jeff on March 20th, 2025
03/20/2025“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.”– Hebrews 13:16 (NIV)When we think of sacrifices, we often picture something costly, something given up, sometimes with difficulty. In the Old Testament, sacrifices were physical. They were offerings of animals, grain, or incense as an act of worship. But in the New Covenant, God calls us to ... Read More
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Extending Mercy to the Doubtful
by Pastor Jeff on March 17th, 2025
03/17/2025“Be merciful to those who doubt.” — Jude 1:22 (NIV)Doubt can feel like an enemy of faith, yet Scripture reminds us that it is often a bridge to deeper trust in God. In the short but powerful letter of Jude, we are given a charge that is both simple and profound: “Be merciful to those who doubt.” This verse challenges us to respond to doubt, not with judgment, frustration, or dismissal, b... Read More
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A Heart That Seeks God
by Pastor Jeff on March 16th, 2025
03/16/2025“One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple.”- Psalm 27:4 NIVDavid, a man of war, a king, and a leader, could have asked God for many things, victory over enemies, wealth, security, or power. But here, in in our words today, his heart reveals its dee... Read More
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Be Merciful
by Pastor Jeff on March 15th, 2025
03/15/2025“Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.”- Luke 6:36 NIVMercy is one of the most beautiful and transformative attributes of God. Throughout Scripture, we see His mercy extended to those who least deserve it, wayward Israel, broken sinners, and even those who rejected Him. Yet, in Luke 6:36, Jesus issues a radical call to His followers: “Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.... Read More
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Seeking Wisdom from God
by Pastor Jeff on March 14th, 2025
03/14/2025“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” — James 1:5 NIVWisdom is one of the most valuable treasures we can seek in life. It is more than just knowledge or intelligence, it is the ability to apply godly understanding to our decisions, relationships, and challenges. In our verse today, we are given a ... Read More
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To Live is Christ, To Die is Gain
by Pastor Jeff on March 11th, 2025
03/11/2025“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.”- Philippians 1:21 NIVThe apostle Paul’s words in in this verse are some of the most powerful and challenging in all of Scripture. He pens these words from prison, knowing that his life hangs in the balance. Yet, there is no fear in his tone, no despair in his writing, only a deep and unshakable confidence in Christ.Paul’s statement is a ... Read More
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Dwelling in the Shelter of the Most High
by Pastor Jeff on March 9th, 2025
03/09/2025“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’”- Psalm 91:1-2 NIVPsalm 91 is one of the most comforting passages in Scripture, a reminder of God’s divine protection over those who trust in Him. These opening verses invite us into an intimate relationship with God,... Read More
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Putting Faith into Practice
by Pastor Jeff on March 7th, 2025
03/07/2025“Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.”— Philippians 4:9 (NIV)Paul’s words to the Philippians are both an encouragement and a challenge. He had spent his life modeling the faith, enduring hardship, and teaching the truth of Christ with boldness. But knowledge alone isn’t enough, Paul urges believ... Read More
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Redeemed by Grace
by Pastor Jeff on March 5th, 2025
03/05/2025“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”- Romans 3:23-24 NIVWe live in a world that thrives on performance. Whether in our careers, relationships, or personal ambitions, we often measure our worth by what we accomplish or how well we meet expectations. But when it comes to our sta... Read More
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Choosing the Path of Life
by Pastor Jeff on March 3rd, 2025
03/03/2025“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.”- Matthew 7:13-14 (NIV)Life is full of choices, but no choice is as significant as the one Jesus presents in this passage. He describes two gates, one wide, the other narrow, ... Read More
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Go and Make Disciples
by Pastor Jeff on March 1st, 2025
03/01/2025“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”– Matthew 28:19 (NIV)These words, spoken by Jesus before His ascension, form what we call The Great Commission. It is not merely a suggestion but a command, a divine mandate that extends to every believer. Jesus didn’t say, “If you feel like it, go and make dis... Read More
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Singing of God’s Strength and Love
by Pastor Jeff on February 26th, 2025
02/26/2025“But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble.”- Psalm 59:16 NIVPsalm 59 was written by David during a time of great distress. King Saul had sent men to watch his house in order to kill him. Betrayed, hunted, and in danger, David could have been overcome with fear. Yet, instead of focusing on his enemies... Read More
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Blessing the Poor, Honoring the Lord
by Pastor Jeff on February 25th, 2025
02/25/2025“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.”- Proverbs 19:17 NIVGenerosity is a hallmark of a heart that truly understands the grace of God. Proverbs 19:17 gives us a profound perspective, when we show kindness to the poor, we are not merely giving to a person in need; we are lending to the Lord Himself. Imagine that: every act of comp... Read More
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Peace That Cannot Be Shaken
by Pastor Jeff on February 23rd, 2025
02/23/2025“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”- John 14:27 (NIV)As Jesus prepared His disciples for His departure, He left them with a gift, His peace. This wasn’t an empty farewell or a sentimental promise. It was a declaration of a divine reality, a peace rooted not in circumstances, but i... Read More
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Guarded by God’s Peace
by Pastor Jeff on February 21st, 2025
02/21/2025“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”— Philippians 4:7 (NIV)There are moments in life when worry, fear, and uncertainty threaten to overwhelm us. We do our best to navigate challenges, but sometimes, no amount of reasoning or problem-solving can quiet the storm within. In these times, Philippians 4:7 offers us a... Read More
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Imitating What Is Good
by Pastor Jeff on February 17th, 2025
02/17/2025“Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good. Anyone who does what is good is from God. Anyone who does what is evil has not seen God.”– 3 John 1:11 (NIV)John’s letter to Gaius is filled with encouragement and warnings. He commends Gaius for his faithfulness and generosity but also warns him about a man named Diotrephes, who is self-seeking and rejects godly authority. Agai... Read More
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Go Into All the World
by Pastor Jeff on February 16th, 2025
02/16/2025“He said to them, ‘Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.’”- Mark 16:15 NIVThis command from Jesus is one of His final instructions before ascending to heaven. It is not a suggestion or an optional task, it is a divine commission. The call to “go” implies movement, intentionality, and a willingness to step outside of comfort zones. It is a call that extends beyond t... Read More
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The Lord Delights Over You
by Pastor Jeff on February 15th, 2025
02/15/2025“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.”— Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV)What an incredible picture of God’s love this verse paints! In the midst of judgment and calls to repentance throughout Zephaniah, this verse shines as a beacon of hope, revealing the depth... Read More
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A Friend Who Loves at All Times
by Pastor Jeff on February 14th, 2025
02/14/2025“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.”— Proverbs 17:17 (NIV)True friendship is a rare and precious gift. In a world where relationships are often transactional, where people come and go based on convenience. Today’s verse, Proverbs 17:17 calls us to a higher standard of love and loyalty.“A friend loves at all times.” Not just in good times, when lau... Read More
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Overcoming Evil with Good
by Pastor Jeff on February 12th, 2025
02/12/2025“Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.”— Luke 6:28 (NIV)Jesus’ words in this verse are radical, challenging, and, at times, deeply uncomfortable. When someone wrongs us, our natural reaction is often to defend ourselves, retaliate, or harbor resentment. Yet, Christ calls us to something higher, or a response rooted not in human nature but in divine love.To “bless” t... Read More
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From Death to Life
by Pastor Jeff on February 11th, 2025
02/11/2025“Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life.” — John 5:24 (NIV)Imagine standing at the edge of a vast canyon, with no way to cross. On one side is darkness, sin, separation, and spiritual death. On the other side is light, eternal life, peace, and the presence of God. The gap is... Read More
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Perfect Peace in an Imperfect World
by Pastor Jeff on February 10th, 2025
02/10/2025“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” — Isaiah 26:3 (NIV)Peace is something we all crave, yet it often feels just beyond our grasp. The world around us is filled with uncertainty, financial struggles, family tensions, health concerns, and the relentless pressures of daily life. We long for rest, for stillness, for the kind of peace t... Read More
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Overcoming Evil with Good
by Pastor Jeff on February 9th, 2025
02/09/2025“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”– Romans 12:21 (NIV)Let’s face it, we live in a world filled with division, injustice, and personal attacks, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the evil around us. It can feel as though negativity, hatred, and wrongdoing are gaining the upper hand. But Paul’s words in Romans 12:21 serve as a powerful reminder that we are not called ... Read More
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Living in the Grace of God
by Pastor Jeff on February 8th, 2025
02/08/2025“For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say ‘No’ to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age.”—Titus 2:11-12 (NIV)The grace of God is not just a theological concept; it’s an active, transforming force in our lives. Paul reminds us in this passage that grace is not only about... Read More
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The Power of Your Words
by Pastor Jeff on February 7th, 2025
02/07/2025“The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.”— Proverbs 18:21 (NIV)Words shape worlds. From the very beginning, God spoke creation into existence. With just His voice, light broke through darkness, order replaced chaos, and life flourished. As beings made in His image, our words carry profound weight. They can build up or tear down, heal or wound... Read More
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