To truly make a difference in this generation, we must turn away from anything that merely imitates a relationship with God but does not truly walk with Him. It's not enough for us just to attend church without a genuine connection to God. We may sing songs and declare Him our King, refuge, and guide. We must also ask ourselves if these words reflect our lives and our hearts in the days ahead. I warn you: imitation will not suffice. Those who merely imitate others who walk with God will not endu...
May 17, 2024•1 min•Ep. 186
The days keep getting darker as evil continues to rise in our present day. In times like these, your calling is not to survive or just preserve yourselves. We're called to make a difference in our society. Throughout history, when hope seems scarce, God has consistently raised the least expected individuals to establish a new testimony of His power. We must not limit our perspective to what we can see about ourselves with our natural eyes. Instead, we should trust that God will use our weakness,...
May 16, 2024•1 min•Ep. 185
If you feel like you're sinking today, don't worry because God won't let you go down. He will reach down, pick you up, and as he did with King David, place you on a solid foundation. You'll give you a new song and a testimony of his power to transform you and I from glory to glory by the spirit of God. If you're feeling overwhelmed or singing today, remember this, God is for you and God is with you. Trust in his ability to lift you up and place you on firm ground. Allow him to change you and ask...
May 15, 2024•1 min•Ep. 184
2 Corinthians 13:5 says, “Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not know yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you?—unless indeed you are disqualified.” Paul's words encourage us to examine and evaluate what we believe. We mustn't shy away from allowing God to search our hearts and reveal any areas we may lack in our relationship with Him. We must assess whether we've settled for a mere form of religion lacking true power. We should ask ourselves: What is t...
May 14, 2024•1 min•Ep. 183
Acts 27:21–22 says: “But after long abstinence from food, then Paul stood in the midst of them and said, “Men, you should have listened to me, and not have sailed from Crete and incurred this disaster and loss. And now I urge you to take heart, for there will be no loss of life among you, but only of the ship.” We are headed for a terrible storm like those men. The Word of God clearly warns that our direction as a nation is fraught with peril. It talks about God's ability to bring us to a place ...
May 13, 2024•1 min•Ep. 182
Philippians 2:14–16 says: “Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast the word of life, so that I may rejoice in the day of Christ that I have not run in vain or labored in vain.” The apostle Paul reminds us that we are called to be blameless and harmless, shining as lights amid this crooked and perverse gener...
May 10, 2024•1 min•Ep. 181
Psalm 49:11 says: “Their inner thought is that their houses will last forever, their dwelling places to all generations; they call their lands after their own names.” The arrogance of a society that turns itself away from God begins to turn to its reasonings. But again, in Psalm 55:23, the psalmist David says, “But You, O God, shall bring them down to the pit of destruction; bloodthirsty and deceitful men shall not live out half their days; but I will trust in You.” When we turn to deception and...
May 09, 2024•1 min•Ep. 180
There's a strong push against biblical morality and truth in our country today. Seeing people in authority boldly lying without hesitation when their falsehoods are proven wrong is concerning. This rebellion against God and His values is fueled by Satan, who seeks to undermine all authority. However, we must remember that God has a plan to deal with this evil. We believers should hold fast to the truth and live out our faith. Let us pray for discernment and actively promote righteousness in our ...
May 08, 2024•1 min•Ep. 179
2 Timothy 3:1–5 says: “But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, traitors, headstrong, haughty, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having a form of godliness but denying its power. And from such people turn away!” This passage warns us about the perilous ...
May 07, 2024•1 min•Ep. 178
Psalm 110:3 says: “Your people shall be volunteers in the day of Your power; in the beauties of holiness, from the womb of the morning, you have the dew of Your youth.” There will be people who volunteer and are called partakers of God’s power. Honest, sober, and serious about their condition, they know they have nothing to offer the Kingdom of God. God says, “It's not about you offering me anything. It's about what I died to give to you.” God needs people who are bankrupt, broken-hearted, capti...
May 06, 2024•1 min•Ep. 177
I want to remind you that God knows everything that we need. He heals our past and present and is already in our future. Think briefly about Nehemiah, a butler God called to rebuild a fallen wall. He wasn't an architect but trusted in God's call on his life. When faced with the king's question of what he needed for the journey, Nehemiah prayed about what he should pray for instead of relying on his understanding. He acknowledged that he didn't know the future but that God was already there. God ...
May 03, 2024•1 min•Ep. 176
In Nehemiah 8, a moment of realization dawned upon the people, who started to weep. They came to understand the consequences of neglecting the Word of God and the things about Him. However, Nehemiah does not join in their despair. Instead, he encourages them to go forward, enjoy life's blessings, and begin to share with those in need. Nehemiah reassures the people that it brings joy to the heart of God to take them in their weakness and empower them to rebuild what they thought was lost. We must...
May 02, 2024•1 min•Ep. 175
In Acts 2:17, God declares, “In the last days, certain things will come to pass.” When God speaks, His voice carries the same authority as when He created light or calmed a storm; His power is that remarkable. The last days began with the resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ, and will conclude with His return. Understanding the signs of the last days is crucial, as it helps us to be more aware and prepared. While we don't know the exact duration, the last season will likely come upon us su...
May 01, 2024•1 min•Ep. 174
2 Chronicles 1:1 tells us that Solomon the king was strengthened in his kingdom, and God was with him, exalting him greatly. We, too, can experience this strength and transformation power from our Lord. You may not be where you want to be, but you are improving daily in Christ. Your struggles are diminishing, and there will be a day in your heart when fear will no longer govern your future. Your friends will also notice positive changes in you—you’re kinder, honest, less angry, and more generous...
Apr 30, 2024•1 min•Ep. 173
In Mark 10:35, two disciples asked Jesus to grant them seats on His right and left hand in His glory. Jesus explained that it was not His to give but the Father's choice. James later wrote that we often ask for things beneath what God wants to give us, seeking temporary joy instead of what truly satisfies us forever. We tend to gravitate towards what we think will make us happy and successful. Are we seeking temporary joys or aligning ourselves and our requests with what God knows will truly sat...
Apr 29, 2024•1 min•Ep. 172
Ezekiel 36:23 says, “‘And I will sanctify My great name, which has been profaned among the nations, which you have profaned in their midst; and the nations shall know that I am the Lord,’ says the Lord God, ‘when I am hallowed in you before their eyes.’” God will do something in and through you to bring His name to reputation. It's not because of anything that you've done. It's despite your struggles, failures, weakness, and age. God will use you no matter what your life looks like right now. Wh...
Apr 26, 2024•1 min•Ep. 171
We are going against the direction of this world and marching towards the Kingdom of God. In our hearts, we carry a song of victory, and in our steps, we have the strength that comes from God alone. We acknowledge that He will be there for us, providing the strength to keep our hearts, minds, and families secure. As we reach the end of our days, as I'm about to do, let this be our prayer surrounded by our loved ones. May we have a shout of joy in our hearts. Let us encourage one another to serve...
Apr 25, 2024•1 min•Ep. 170
Pastor Teresa and I had a sheep farm for several years where we cared for 68 female sheep, a couple of rams, and countless lambs. The experience taught me valuable lessons about shepherding God's people. The Lord has a special place in His heart for shepherds, but throughout history, some have misused their positions, leading to spiritual decline for many. Shepherds must align their motives with God's intentions and lead the people of God with integrity. If God has called you to be a shepherd of...
Apr 24, 2024•1 min•Ep. 169
God finds joy in transforming what we sing about, like the song, I Shall Recover It All. It's not just what we sing on Sundays; He transforms our lives into that reality. God takes delight in bringing us back to Him to restore us and filling our hearts with a new song that inspires others to also turn to Him. The joy of God extends to granting us the spoils of victory through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. It gives us a renewed mind, heart, spirit, and future. God's joy is present e...
Apr 23, 2024•1 min•Ep. 168
In the year 2001, before the towers were attacked on 9/11, we received a warning from the Lord at Times Square Church in New York City about an impending crisis. We decided to cancel our events and start preparing ourselves—we met every night. I vividly remember standing in the pulpit and urging our congregation to gather strength and to align ourselves with God. We knew that a day would come when people would be filled with fear and running through the streets, and our mission was to be prepare...
Apr 22, 2024•1 min•Ep. 167
Psalm 46:2–4 says, “Therefore we will not fear, Even though the earth be removed, And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; Though its waters roar and be troubled, Though the mountains shake with its swelling. There is a river whose streams shall make glad the city of God, The holy place of the tabernacle of the Most High.” The psalmist saw a calamity coming on the earth, but he saw a life source amid the shaking. We see many losing heart today, and we might even be inclined...
Apr 19, 2024•1 min•Ep. 166
King Solomon's request for wisdom was reasonable, but he lacked the heart to obey. In Proverbs, he gave wise instructions to all but failed to follow them himself. He outlined his downfall with his hand. Wisdom alone cannot sustain us; we need a heart willing to obey. We can act by asking God for wisdom and a heart to follow His guidance. Pray for a heart that loves and obeys God. Ask for your heart to seek His will in all things and remain devoted to Him alone. May we refrain from resting on ou...
Apr 18, 2024•1 min•Ep. 165
In 2 Kings 4, a woman who had lost all hope was left with only a little oil. When a servant of God came to her, he instructed her to pour the oil into empty vessels. Despite her desperation, she took a step of faith and started pouring out the little she had, and something amazing happened. The scripture was fulfilled. Take the little bit you have and start pouring it out into others. Pour into your neighbors; pour into those who have nothing. Instead of focusing on what you don't have, become a...
Apr 17, 2024•1 min•Ep. 164
As Jesus prepared His disciples for His going to the cross and things to come, He knew their hopes were about to be tested. They had various expectations, but Jesus instead urged them to trust God's plan alone. Our ideas and aspirations can sometimes crumble in our lives. That’s when we need to take action by surrendering our plans and aligning ourselves with God's purpose. This choice requires a willingness to let go of our understanding and embrace the greater plan that God has in store for ea...
Apr 16, 2024•1 min•Ep. 163
The beauty of God's Kingdom is that we start where we start, and every day, God's presence and changes start increasing in our lives. God promises that the glory of our latter end will be greater than the former. There's an ever-increasing glory in the hearts and lives of those who belong to Jesus Christ. The Bible tells us that as we behold Him, the totality of the victory that He won for us, we are changed from image to image and glory to glory, all by the Spirit of God. If we choose to walk i...
Apr 15, 2024•1 min•Ep. 162
Nehemiah 1:3–4 says, “‘The wall of Jerusalem is also broken down, and its gates are burned with fire.’ So it was, when I heard these words, that I sat down and wept, and mourned for many days; I was fasting and praying before the God of heaven.” God is calling us to be holy and set apart and believe Him for miracles again. The things that used to set apart the people of God from the ways of this fallen world are eroding. Maybe there are lines in your life that have become blurred, and you feel l...
Apr 12, 2024•1 min•Ep. 161
Many of us experience attacks on our thoughts and emotions in these challenging times. However, we can find strength and protection in Christ. We have been equipped with spiritual armor to shield us from darkness attacks. We must put on the helmet of salvation, understanding who we are in Christ. When the enemy tries to remind us of our past, we can confidently remind him of his future, knowing that our sins have been washed away and we have a bright future in the presence of God. Let us hold fa...
Apr 11, 2024•1 min•Ep. 160
In 2 Kings, four lepers faced a desperate situation during a famine and enemy siege. They chose to confront their fears and ventured right into the enemy camp. God made their footsteps sound like a mighty army, causing the enemy to flee in fear and leaving behind abundant provision. When we face our fears, God can turn our last hope into our best hope, bringing provision and blessing into our lives and those around us. Take that step of faith. Face your fears and trust that God is with you. Watc...
Apr 10, 2024•1 min•Ep. 159
In Genesis 3, Satan's desire to be worshiped as God led him to tempt and deceive humanity. He sowed the seed of self-sufficiency and rebellion, convincing humans they could determine their future without God. God pronounced a curse on Satan, promising that a Savior would come from the seed of a woman to defeat him. This promise marked the first preaching of the gospel in the Bible. Satan would no longer have his grasp, humanity would be freed, and we would be brought back into a relationship wit...
Apr 09, 2024•1 min•Ep. 158
John 10:10 says, “The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” Some of you know firsthand that the Devil is running unchecked, stealing, killing, and destroying. However, Jesus came to give us eternal life and an abundant life on Earth. Our Savior promises a full and inspired, divinely led, purposeful, God-honoring fruit-bearing life. On this side of eternity, we are called to allow God to w...
Apr 08, 2024•1 min•Ep. 157
