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Living in Joy: A Final Reflection
Posted on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:30 AM
We’ve spent time together exploring what the Bible teaches us about joy. Not the world’s version — fragile, circumstance-dependent, here-today-gone-tomorrow. But the joy Jesus spoke of. The joy that Paul wrote about from a Roman prison. The joy that survives suffering, loss, uncertainty, and still stands. Now the question becomes: What do we do with this? What We Learned Here are the truths we’ve uncovered: Joy is not happiness. Happiness says, “I’m glad because things are good.The Joy of Salvation
Posted on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Day 5: The Joy of Salvation “Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory.” — 1 Peter 1:8 (ESV) When the World Shakes This morning, the news is filled with ultimatums. A 48-hour deadline. Threats to “obliterate” power plants. Counter-threats to destroy energy infrastructure across the Middle East.God, Can You Hear Me? — Dax
Posted on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Music Reflection: “God, Can You Hear Me?” by Dax “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 (ESV) The Video Why This Song Matters Dax isn’t known as a “Christian artist” — but this song? This song is prayer. It’s the kind of prayer that doesn’t come from a place of victory, but from the depths. The kind that doesn’t have polished words or confident faith.Morning Worship - This House Won't Fall
Posted on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Morning Worship - This House Won’t Fall Sometimes a song finds you at exactly the right moment. This morning, this one moved me. There’s something about worship in the quiet hours — before the noise of the day rushes in — that opens the heart in a different way. Listen What This Song Is About “This House Won’t Fall” is a declaration of unshakeable faith — a reminder that when God is the builder, our foundation stands firm no matter what storms come.Restored and Redeemed: When Jesus Asked Peter 'Do You Love Me?' Three Times
Posted on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 7:33 AM
“When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, ‘Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?’ ‘Yes, Lord,’ he said, ‘you know that I love you.’ Jesus said, ‘Feed my lambs.’” — John 21:15 The Story Unfolds Picture the scene: The resurrection has happened. Jesus has appeared to his disciples multiple times. But now, on the shores of the Sea of Galilee, something profound is about to take place.Love Through Trial: What Job Teaches Us About the Fruit of the Spirit
Posted on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM
When Paul writes about the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23, he starts with love. Not by accident, but by design. Love is first because love is foundation. It’s the root from which all other virtues grow. But what happens when love is tested? What does love look like when life falls apart? Enter Job. A man who had everything—wealth, family, health, prestige—and lost it all in a single day.Starfleet Academy and the Weight of Love: When Two Lives Clash With Trillions
Posted on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5:13 PM
The Impossible Choice In Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1, Episode 10, we witness one of the most gut-wrenching moral dilemmas in modern science fiction. Cadet Caleb and his comrades face an impossible decision: rescue two trapped Starfleet officers or complete their mission to take down a wall that prevents a catastrophic explosion—all while knowing that failure means the death of trillions. “I thought Starfleet doesn’t leave anyone behind.” “Caleb, I know what you’re feeling, but if he blows those mines, it’s the end of the Federation.Gentleness: A Sunday Night Reflection
Posted on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Losing Time, Gaining Perspective Well, here we are—Sunday night, and we’ve officially “lost” an hour to Daylight Savings Time. That’s always a strange feeling, isn’t it? One minute it’s 1:59 AM, and suddenly it’s 3:00 AM. An entire hour, gone in the blink of an eye. But you know what? Maybe that’s not such a bad reminder on a day like today. The Gentle Art of Letting Go We spent this Sunday exploring gentleness—that often-overlooked Fruit of the Spirit.Daily Word: March 08, 2026
Posted on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 7:00 AM
✝️ DAILY WORD March 08, 2026 VERSE Proverbs 3:5-6 - “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Trusting beyond what we see *Psalm 37:5 - “Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.” God’s faithfulness assured REFLECTION We live in a world that values certainty, control, and having all the answers.Daily Word: March 07, 2026
Posted on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 7:00 AM
✝️ DAILY WORD March 07, 2026 VERSE 1 John 1:9 - “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” Forgiveness is freely given *Micah 7:19 - “You will again have compassion on us; you will tread our sins underfoot and hurl all our iniquities into the depths of the sea.” Sin forgotten forever REFLECTION One of the hardest things about being human is living with our mistakes.Daily Word: March 06, 2026
Posted on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 7:00 AM
✝️ DAILY WORD March 06, 2026 VERSE 2 Corinthians 12:9 - “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” God’s strength in our struggles Psalm 46:1 - “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” Always with us REFLECTION We often try to be strong on our own, thinking that weakness is something to hide. But God’s perspective is completely different. When we admit our limitations, we create space for His limitless power to work through us.When Kindness Transforms Suffering Into Purpose
Posted on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM
When Kindness Transforms Suffering Into Purpose An afternoon reflection on kindness in action Sometimes kindness looks like holding a door open. Sometimes it looks like surviving cancer to finish a film. Producer Jeanine Thomas was diagnosed with stage four cancer and faced risky surgery. But rather than step away from her work, her faith compelled her to finish The Optimist—a film inspired by Holocaust survivor Herbert Heller that explores healing, resilience, and transforming suffering into purpose.Faith in Focus: The Power of the Gospel
Posted on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM
The Power of the Gospel “Romans 1:16 - For I am not ashamed of the gospel.” The transformative power of the gospel. This week’s focus on Romans reminds us that our faith shapes how we live, love, and interact with the world. Prayer Lord, help us to live out your Word in our daily lives. Amen.Daily Word: March 05, 2026
Posted on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 7:00 AM
✝️ DAILY WORD March 05, 2026 VERSE Proverbs The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. True wisdom starts with reverence Psalm The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. God provides MEDITATION Today, consider: true wisdom starts with reverence. When we align our hearts with God’s wisdom, He guides our steps. PRAY Lord, speak to me through your word today. Let your truth sink deep into my heart.Goodness in the Fire: Syrian Pastors Who Stayed
Posted on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM
“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16 In a world where many flee danger at the first sign of trouble, a group of Syrian pastors is choosing to stay—and their goodness is shining brightly in some of the darkest circumstances on Earth today. The Story Christianity Today recently reported on pastors in Syria who have remained in their communities despite ongoing violence, displacement, and persecution.Casting Your Worries
Posted on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. — 1 Peter 5:7 I. Wind carries the leaf Floating on nothing but air— So it is with trust II. Waves crash on the shore Yet the shore does not resist— Peace comes to the still III. Birds do not worry Where their next meal will appear— God feeds every sparrow IV. Mountains stand tall through Storms, yet they do not tremble— Rooted in the rockGoodness: More Than Being Nice
Posted on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00 AM
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. — Galatians 5:22 When we hear the word “goodness,” most of us think about being nice, polite, or not hurting others. But God’s definition of goodness runs far deeper than surface-level behavior. What God Considers Goodness Goodness isn’t just about checking boxes or being a “good person.” Throughout Scripture, goodness is tied directly to God’s character and His commands.Patience in Revival: Waiting on God's Timing
Posted on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Waiting on Revival: Patience in the Season of Spiritual Awakening Patience isn’t passive — it’s trusting that God is working even when we can’t see it. When news broke that Liberty University hosted a powerful prayer event as part of the Collegiate Day of Prayer, it was just the latest chapter in a story that’s been building for years. But what many don’t realize is that this moment didn’t happen overnight.The Long Road
Posted on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 8:45 AM
The Long Road Patience is a quiet thing, A whisper when the tempests ring, It does not rush, it does not flee, It simply waits, and lets things be. Like autumn leaves that gently fall, Or rivers carving through stone wall, It breathes instead of holding tight, And trusts the timing of the light. The farmer waits for rain to come, The sailor waits for stars to stun, The mother waits through sleepless nights, For dawn to break with softer lights.Waiting on the Promise
Posted on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 8:00 AM
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. — Galatians 5:22 The Wait When God spoke to Moses from the burning bush, He made a promise: “I will deliver you from the hand of the Egyptians and lead you into the land flowing with milk and honey” (Exodus 3:17). The Israelites had been slaves in Egypt for 400 years. When Moses returned and told them God had heard their cries, they must have felt hope rising.The Peace That Passes Understanding
Posted on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The Peace That Passes Understanding The Lord Himself is peace — Judges 6:24 When the world demands my hurry, When the waves crash high and wide, When the storms of life surround me And I cannot see the tide— There is One who walks beside me, Who the raging waters knows, Who whispers through the chaos, “Child, be still, here is your rest.” Not the peace the world offers, Not the calm that comes and goes, But a peace beyond all understanding, Deepest river, gentle rose.Daily Word: March 02, 2026
Posted on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 7:00 AM
✝️ DAILY WORD March 02, 2026 VERSE Proverbs 2:My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart. Obedience brings blessing Psalm 1:Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked. Separate from sin MEDITATION Today, consider: obedience brings blessing. When we align our hearts with God’s wisdom, He guides our steps. PRAY Lord, speak to me through your word today. Let your truth sink deep into my heart.Faith in Focus: Walking by the Spirit
Posted on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Walking by the Spirit “Romans 8:14 - For those who are led by the Spirit.” How the Holy Spirit guides us. This week’s focus on Romans reminds us that our faith shapes how we live, love, and interact with the world. Prayer Lord, help us to live out your Word in our daily lives. Amen.When Everything Is Gone: Finding Hope in Lamentations 3
Posted on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM
When Everything Is Gone: Finding Hope in Lamentations 3 From the ashes of loss, something unexpected emerges. There’s a chapter in the Bible that doesn’t pretend. It doesn’t gloss over pain or slap a happy ending on suffering. It’s raw. It’s honest. It’s Lamentations 3. The Setting The year is 586 BC. Babylon has sacked Jerusalem. The temple — God’s dwelling place — is burned. The city is ruins. The people are exiled.Joy: The Unshakeable Thing
Posted on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM
✝️ JOY: THE UNSHAKEABLE THING March 1, 2026 VERSE Nehemiah 8:10 - “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” ** Zephaniah 3:17** - “The Lord your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing.” Psalm 126:5-6 - “Those who sow in tears shall reap in joy. He who goes out weeping, carrying seed to sow, shall return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with him.Iran's Supreme Leader: Reports of Khamenei's Death
Posted on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Iran’s Supreme Leader: Reports of Khamenei’s Death What we know — and what we don’t. What the News Is Saying Multiple news sources are reporting that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei may have been killed in the US-Israeli military operation on Saturday. Sources Reporting: Iran International: “Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has been killed in Saturday airstrikes” (Iran International) Reuters: “Israel says Khamenei is dead, Iran says he is ‘commanding the field’” (Reuters)War in the Middle East: A Prayer for Peace
Posted on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM
War in the Middle East: A Prayer for Peace When the world is on fire, where do we turn? As I write this, the Middle East is escalating rapidly. US and Israeli forces have launched strikes across Iran. Iran has retaliated with missile barrages toward Israel. Civilian targets have been hit. Families are in bomb shelters. Here is what we know — and more importantly, where we should turn. What Is Happening Based on current reporting:Scars Don't Own Me: When Pain Becomes Purpose
Posted on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Scars Don’t Own Me: When Pain Becomes Purpose Healing is not forgetting — it’s choosing to keep going. Todays song is raw. Honest. Its about the messiness of healing, the weight of past pain, and the courage it takes to trust again. Its called Scars Dont Own Me and it speaks directly to anyone who has ever felt broken by their past. The Lyrics That Hit Different Im learning love can be slow.Wonderful Star: When Pain Becomes Praise
Posted on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Wonderful Star: When Pain Becomes Praise Sometimes love means holding on when everything hurts. Todays song hits different. If you have ever lost someone, got a bad diagnosis, felt like giving up, or wondered if God forgot about you this one is for you. Wonderful Star is a raw, honest worship song that does not pretend life is easy. Instead, it does something powerful: it takes the pain and transforms it into praise.Daily Word: February 28, 2026
Posted on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 7:00 AM
✝️ DAILY WORD February 28, 2026 VERSE Matthew 6:25 - “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes?” (Today’s wisdom from make proud and we belong to him) Proverbs 13: “A wise son brings honor to his father, but a foolish son brings shame to his mother.Evening Reflection: Laying Down Your Burdens
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” — 1 Peter 5:7 The day is done. Whatever happened today — the wins, the struggles, the things left undone — it’s time to lay them down. You’ve been carrying a lot. Maybe you didn’t even realize how much weight you were bearing until you stopped to breathe. The worries about tomorrow. The regrets of yesterday. The tension you hold in your shoulders without knowing why.When Acting Becomes Sacrifice: Jonathan Roumie and the Weight of the Cross
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 7:50 PM
This is a reflection on the news that Jonathan Roumie, who plays Jesus in “The Chosen,” has described experiencing PTSD from filming the crucifixion scenes in Season 6. Carrying the Cross: When Art Becomes Reality There’s a moment in every actor’s career where the line between performance and reality blurs. For Jonathan Roumie, that line didn’t just blur—it shattered. In an interview with Lila Rose, Roumie opened up about the profound toll portraying Jesus’ crucifixion has taken on him, describing his own “sort of PTSD” from the experience.Fruits of the Spirit: 2 Corinthians - All 9 Fruits
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 9:02 AM
FRUITS OF THE SPIRIT 2 Corinthians February 27, 2026 LOVE 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 - “For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died.” MEDITATE: Here’s the thing about 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 that blows my mind: ‘one died for ALL.’ Not for the good people. FOR ALL. And here’s the part that should change everything: ’therefore all died.’ Your OLD LIFE died with Him.Daily Word: February 27, 2026
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 8:05 AM
✝️ DAILY WORD February 27, 2026 VERSE Proverbs 27:18 - “The one who tends a fig tree will eat its fruit.” Psalm 1:1-3 - “Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the seat of mockers. But their delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law they meditate day and night.Daily Devotional: Wisdom for Today
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 7:01 AM
✝️ Daily Devotional: Wisdom for Today Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Today’s Verses đź“ś Proverbs Proverbs 2:8 “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom…” - Proverbs 1:7 🎵 Psalm Psalm 88:6 “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” - Psalm 23:1 🧠Reflection: Building stronger relationships Both Proverbs and Psalms speak to the timeless truths of God’s wisdom and love. In our modern world, these ancient words still ring true:Faith in Focus: When It’s Not Okay, But You’re Still Here
Posted on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 3:30 PM
When It’s Not Okay, But You’re Still Here “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9 Sometimes life hits hard. Some days we’re tired, we can barely stand, and life feels heavier than we planned. But here’s the beautiful truth: it’s okay to not be okay — as long as we’re still here.Faith in Focus: Gospel Rap That Will Move Your Soul
Posted on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Gospel Rap That Will Move Your Soul “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” — Mark 16:15 If you’ve ever needed a reminder that faith and creativity intersect in powerful ways, this one’s for you. The Video Watch on YouTube This isn’t your typical worship song — it’s a bold, unapologetic declaration of faith set to hip-hop rhythms. From the first beat, it calls believers to action.Faith in Focus: United in Love
Posted on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 1:00 PM
United in Love “1 Corinthians 13:13 - And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” In today’s world, the church faces many challenges — division, distraction, and the temptation to chase after the latest trends. But a recent story from Lifeway Christian Resources reminds us what truly matters. The News Lifeway trustees hear of past blessings and future plans — Read the original article at Lifeway NewsIs the Church Dying? A Debate
Posted on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Is the Church Dying? A Debate The data says one thing. The Spirit says another. Let’s talk about it. The Case for “The Church is Dying” The Numbers Don’t Lie 17-point drop in Americans saying religion is important (last decade) Gen Z: Only 45% identify as Christian (down 10% from 10 years ago) Church attendance has declined year over year Young people are leaving the church in record numbers “Nones” (people with no religious affiliation) are the fastest-growing group The data is clear: fewer people are going to church.