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Greetings,

Ever notice how some people don’t know you when you really need them? We all know the feeling of being abandoned by so-called friends in a time of adversity. They seem to avoid us when we are at our lowest, but when life is good, they are always around.

Oh, how thankful we should be for our Friend who will never leave us during those difficult seasons of life. He will stay so close, even when we’re being violently attacked by the enemy.  

Psalm 31:7 (NKJV) – “I will be glad and rejoice in Your mercy, For You have considered my trouble; You have known my soul in adversities.”

The psalmist rejoiced because God knew him not just in good times but even in adverse situations. The opposition the writer was referring to was people who lied, cheated, and tried to destroy him, for no reason.

Thank You, Lord, for staying with me, not only in the good times, but when things aren’t going so well. I praise You for being so faithful! You don’t just know me when I am on top of the world and life is good. You know me even in the most difficult circumstances and seasons that life can create.

Today, I’m worshiping with Bebe and Marvin Winans and “Stand.”

We love you and are praying for you. Be INSPIRED!

Pastor

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Greetings,

People are in awe of those who have gained impressive titles, fame, and fortune. We are amazed by their accomplishments and forget they will soon fade away. The Apostle Paul chose not to make that mistake.  

2 Corinthians 5:16 (NKJV) – “Therefore, from now on, we regard no one according to the flesh. Even though we have known Christ according to the flesh, yet now we know Him thus no longer.”

Those who seek to impress others add very little value to our world. However, a dedicated doctor, nurse, teacher, fireman, or police officer can do more good than a dozen ‘so-called’ celebrities who seek fame and fortune. A movie actor or singer can receive a higher salary for a single movie than an ‘essential worker’ will be paid in a lifetime. Sadly, people idolize celebrities and ignore those who are so much more deserving.  

Why should we care or even talk about this? It’s because when we honor those who are worthy it makes society function more smoothly. Having stated the obvious, the One who should receive the highest honor and praise is our Lord. Think of what He does for us each and every day of our lives!  

Thank You, Lord. I praise You because You have been good to me like no other. Every day Your blessings overflow in my life. Because of who You are, I enjoy favor, health, love, and kindness. I praise You!

Today. I’m worshiping with Steffany Gretzinger & Jeremy Riddle and “All Is for Your Glory.”

We love you and are praying for you. Be INSPIRED!

Pastor

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Greetings,

Faith is the currency of the Kingdom of God. While our desires, needs, and persistence may gain God’s attention, faith is what prompts Him to act!  

Galatians 3:5 (NKJV) – “Therefore He who supplies the Spirit to you and works miracles among you, does He do it by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith?”

During the time when the Prophet Elisha ministered, there were many widows and lepers in the land. But, as Jesus explained to His disciples, only one widow was sustained, and only Naaman the Syrian, was healed of leprosy. Did God care about the others? Of course He did! But He loves to respond to those who through faith place a demand on His power and ability.

Lord, let faith arise in my heart! Give me total confidence in the fact that Your promises CANNOT fail. Teach me to accept Your Word as absolute Truth that will stand even after heaven and earth pass away. I love You, my Lord!

Today, I’m worshiping with Kristian Standfill and “There’s Nothing That Our God  Can’t Do.”

We love you and are praying for you. Be INSPIRED!

Pastor

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Greetings,

Sometimes the best action we can take is to do nothing, and simply wait upon God. After all, unless the Lord empowers, our abilities and talents will only carry us so far.

Isaiah 25:9 (NKJV) – “And it will be said in that day: "Behold, this is our God; We have waited for Him, and He will save us. This is the LORD; We have waited for Him; We will be glad and rejoice in His salvation."

Those who put their trust in God will never be disappointed. Even though He doesn’t always answer our prayers in the exact manner we had anticipated, He ALWAYS does what is best for us!

Waiting on Him demonstrates our understanding that He ALONE is God. The One we serve will never leave or forsake those who put their trust in Him.

Thank You, Lord, for the many times, that You have proven that You are MY God. You have demonstrated Your commitment to me again and again. Not once have You failed or disappointed me. I love You!

Today, I’m worshiping with Benita Jones and Chandler Moore and “You Will Answer.”

We love you and are praying for you. Be INSPIRED!

Pastor