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Greetings,

A copy is nearly always a poor substitute for an original. It’s reflected in the price you’re asked to pay for it too. Whether it’s a painting or a purse, a copy is worth only a fraction of an original. This is why it’s always a mistake to imitate someone else—with this one exception:

Ephesians 5:1 (NKJV) – “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children.”

We are instructed to imitate God in the way we live. That means we should try to become like Him as much as possible. When God sees His own characteristics in us, He loves and values our resemblance to Him the same way a father enjoys it when children look and act like him. When our lives reflect the Father, the world is able to see a glimpse of Him in us.

Today Lord, would you help me to live according to the old song, “To be like Jesus; to be like Jesus, on earth I long to be like Him…“ I pray that I can become so much like You, that others will see You in me. Let my life reflect Your love, kindness and compassion. Cause the beauty of who You are to shine through me and draw others to you.

This day, I’m worshiping with Melodie Malone and “Holy Ground.”

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

Pastor

Greetings,

Our obedience does not benefit God. He is complete in Himself. There isn’t a single thing that I can do to add to Him. He is God whether I acknowledge Him or not. However, our obedience does greatly benefit us. What do I mean by that? Incredible dividends come to those who obey God’s Word!  

Deuteronomy 5:32-33 (NKJV) - "Therefore you shall be careful to do as the LORD your God has commanded you; you shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left. [33] You shall walk in all the ways which the LORD your God has commanded you, that you may live and that it may be well with you, and that you may prolong your days in the land which you shall possess.“

Obedience is what establishes you in your Land of Promise. No one wants to miss out on their Promise Land, or when they are blessed lose that blessing because they are attacked by the enemy. We all want to receive God’s blessings and then hold on to the promotion, healing, elevation, or the miracle that God has just given to us!

Father, help me to honor You with my life. Help me to live in obedience to the instructions and principles found in Your Word. This day, let them guide and direct my steps. I want to bring You glory in all that I do. You are so amazing!

Let the undeserved blessings that You have graciously given to me become a permanent part of my life. And bless my family. You gave Israel the Promise Land and they were able to hand it down generationally to their children and grandchildren. I thank You because in You, my descendants are being elevated too. You are a good God!

Today, I’m worshiping with Bebe Winans and “Any Day Now.

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

Pastor

Greetings,

Attitude determines altitude, or so pilots tell us. Sometimes we have to correct our attitude toward the challenges we face to overcome and then rise above them. Are we angry, resentful, fearful or in doubt? We can choose to be happy, thankful, positive and believing in spite of our problems.

Some folks seem to face difficult circumstances and sail right through them, while others who confront the very same situations barely get by. Ever wonder why?

Did you know that your problem sees you the same way you see yourself? Look at what happened to the Israelites:

Numbers 13:33 (NKJV) – “There we saw the giants (Anak’s descendants came from the giants); and we were like grasshoppers in our own sight, and SO WE WERE IN THEIR SIGHT."

When you think of yourself as being weak and easily defeated by the enemy, he sees you that way too. But when you see yourself as victorious in Christ, he sees you as strong and mighty! If you think of yourself as being strong, gifted, empowered by God, the problem before you cannot resist your faith!

Lord, help me to see myself as You see me—as a strong, capable overcomer. By Your great power and strength I can do all things, because You strengthening me. Today I stand in Your ability which is unlimited, and not my own, which is small. Thank you!

Today, I’m worshiping with Natalie Grant and “I Praise You in This Storm.”

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

Pastor

Greetings,

When God does something, you can be sure that He will do it right! This is what Jeremiah said:

Jeremiah 17:14 (NKJV) – “Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; Save me, and I shall be saved, FOR YOU ARE MY PRAISE.”

We can trust God to do what He has promised. He always fulfills His Word. The Scripture is so emphatic about Him keeping His promises, that we can confidently call upon the Name of the Lord whenever we need Him. He is faithful. Call upon Him today, regardless of what you need.

Thank You, Lord, for healing me. Thank You for saving me. Thank You for loving me. You deserve my worship and praise! Indeed, You are my praise, the very reason I worship, and the One I worship. There is no one else like You.

Today, I’m worshiping with CeCe Winans and “Believe For it.”

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

Pastor