It’s Not Too Late 

by Curt Dodd on November 4th, 2025

To keep me from becoming conceited because of these surpassingly great revelations, there was given to me a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” (2 Corinthians 12:7-9) When we see someone who is going through some kind of pa... Read More

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Healing Misconceptions

by Curt Dodd on November 3rd, 2025

To keep me from becoming conceited because of these surpassingly great revelations, there was given to me a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” (2 Corinthians 12:7-9) When we see someone who is going through some kind of pa... Read More

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Grow In Grace

by Curt Dodd on November 2nd, 2025

But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen. (2 Peter 3:18) The character of God is grace; therefore, the character of His people should also be grace. When someone comes into your church and they don't talk like you, and they don't look like you, what is your response? Your response must be, “Welcome!” Everything that we do... Read More

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Show God’s Grace

by Curt Dodd on November 1st, 2025

But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions -- it is by grace you have been saved. (Ephesians 2:4-5) The very heartbeat of the Church needs to be grace. Under grace, we extend love regardless of who people are, where they are on their journey, and what is happening in their life right now. We just extend God'... Read More

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The Difference the Cross Makes

by Curt Dodd on October 31st, 2025

Consequently, just as one trespass resulted in condemnation for all people, so also one righteous act resulted in justification and life for all people. For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through the obedience of the one man the many will be made righteous. (Romans 5:18-19) It is hard to forgive when you have been wronged, but forgiveness is a ... Read More

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Encouraging Words

by Curt Dodd on October 30th, 2025

Therefore encourage one another with these words. (1 Thessalonians 4:18) For years as a pastor, I have walked the grief road with those who are saying good-bye for a final time at a gravesite to a dearly cherished loved one. When I open the Bible to these words (especially from verse 13 to the end of the chapter), it changes the atmosphere every time. Although the grief process has a journey to co... Read More

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Have You Been Saved?

by Curt Dodd on October 29th, 2025

“Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” (Romans 10:13)    Has there ever been a time in your life when you have turned from your sin and placed your faith in Jesus Christ? You might say, “I joined the church, was confirmed and was baptized at 12.” I didn't ask that.     Has there been a moment in your life when you have acknowledged your sin and realized that you deserved to go... Read More

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So Close, Yet So Far

by Curt Dodd on October 28th, 2025

"If you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." (Romans 10:9) Can I share something personal with you? When I was twelve, I thought I had it all figured out. I'd been baptized, I could pray beautifully, I had memorized Scripture verses, and I was actively involved in church. I even won an award for "packing the pews... Read More

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Distraction-Free Time 

by Curt Dodd on October 27th, 2025

But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you. (Matthew 6:6)    The world we live in is filled with distractions. Everywhere we look, something or someone is begging for our attention. Our phones are constantly buzzing. The TV is chattering in the background. Our desks at work are covered in “To-D... Read More

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Forgiveness

by Curt Dodd on October 26th, 2025

Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times. (Matthew 18:21-22) We talked about forgiving others as Christ forgave us, and how difficult this can be. When forgiving, we must remember that we cannot fully forgive anyone in our own power. ... Read More

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Forgive Like Jesus

by Curt Dodd on October 25th, 2025

On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!”  After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord. (John 20:19-20) When Jesus first appeared to His disciples after the resurrection, they techn... Read More

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Forgive Others

by Curt Dodd on October 24th, 2025

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. (Ephesians 4:32) It is very important that we learn how to forgive others. There are some passages which cry out for much more meditation and processing; and this happens to be one of those. Filled with the Holy Spirit, I can imagine that the Apostle Paul had someone on his mind when he wrote these w... Read More

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Serve Like Jesus

by Curt Dodd on October 23rd, 2025

In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” (Acts 20:35) Has there ever been a time in your life when you thought something was missing? You needed to fill in the blank on your page, and you didn't know what it was. You remember when you turned from... Read More

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The Danger of Addiction 

by Curt Dodd on October 22nd, 2025

Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. (Colossians 3:5)    When we think about addiction, we typically think of being addicted to things like drugs, alcohol, or pornography. While these are dangerous addictions, we need to realize that there are plenty of other things we can become addicted to if we are... Read More

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Whose Agenda Are You Following?

by Curt Dodd on October 21st, 2025

"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." (Romans 12:2) Here's a question that might make you a little uncomfortable: Whose agenda are you living under? I was talking with a friend recently who was all worked up about politics. He was letting the l... Read More

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Aligning with God’s Plans 

by Curt Dodd on October 20th, 2025

In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps. (Proverbs 16:9)    One of the most amazing things about Jesus is that He sees everything that you are going through right now; and He has all power to direct the next steps of your life. In knowing this, we need to make sure that our steps are not going against God’s plans.   Many of us make decisions based upon what ... Read More

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Born and Born Again

by Curt Dodd on October 19th, 2025

Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.” (John 3:3) Today is my birthday. That’s right. On an early Monday morning, at approximately 2:00 a.m., I entered the world with a pat on the bottom and a scream of shock. Although I don’t remember the event, my mother has recounted it many times, how the event unfolded, often in a crowd of people ... Read More

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The Lord Will Provide

by Curt Dodd on October 18th, 2025

So Abraham called that place The Lord Will Provide. And to this day it is said, “On the mountain of the Lord it will be provided.” (Genesis 22:14) This chapter recounts the event which happened on top of Mount Moriah. Abraham, after being instructed to take his son, Isaac and offer him as a sacrifice, journeyed to the mountain with his son and several servants. Climbing the mountain, he took his o... Read More

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Serve the Lord

by Curt Dodd on October 17th, 2025

When he had washed their feet and put on his outer garments and resumed his place, he said to them, “Do you understand what I have done to you? You call me Teacher and Lord, and you are right, for so I am. If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet.” (John 13:12-14) There will be moments in your life when God gives you an opportunity to serve... Read More

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Persevering

by Curt Dodd on October 16th, 2025

Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. (Philippians 1:6) Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy... Read More

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Be Persistent in Prayer

by Curt Dodd on October 15th, 2025

“So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.” (Luke 11:9-10) The eleventh chapter of Luke records a conversation between Jesus and His disciples, after the disciples had asked Jesus to teach them how to pray. His instr... Read More

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When They Mock What Matters Most

by Curt Dodd on October 14th, 2025

"Some, however, made fun of them and said, 'They have had too much wine.' Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd..." (Acts 2:13-14) Picture this: You're witnessing the most powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit in history, and some people in the crowd start snickering. "They're just drunk," they say, rolling their eyes at the miracle happening right in front... Read More

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Benefits of Praise

by Curt Dodd on October 13th, 2025

Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. (Psalm 150:6) If we are living and breathing, Scripture commands us to always be praising the Lord. We should praise Him not just because He deserves it, but also because we benefit from praising Him. As you are praising God, not only are you inviting Him to come near, but you are also being reminded of God's presence. Many of us become very forgetf... Read More

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Follow Godly Examples

by Curt Dodd on October 12th, 2025

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things. 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 4:8-9) As Paul wraps up his letter t... Read More

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Do Not Worry

by Curt Dodd on October 11th, 2025

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of god, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7) With everything we are juggling in our lives, we can be anxious about many things. We worry about our family, our friends, our job, our ... Read More

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Value the Right Thing

by Curt Dodd on October 10th, 2025

Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” (Hebrews 13:5) Companionship is a powerful thing, but the almighty monetary unit makes for a strange bedfellow. Too many of us are sucked into the vortex of making friends with either the abundance of wealth or the desire for the abundance of havi... Read More

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You Must Repent

by Curt Dodd on October 9th, 2025

“Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord,” (Acts 3:19) We can learn to trust someone again by offering them forgiveness. You might find yourself on the other side of the equation. What if you are the one who has hurt someone or who has caused someone you care about to lose their trust in you? If this is true for you, please... Read More

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Protection from Evil

by Curt Dodd on October 8th, 2025

But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one. (2 Thessalonians 3:3) We must cling to many promises in the Word of God. One of those promises is that the Lord will guard you from the evil one and protect you. When the winds of adversity and temptation come into your life, God will be faithful. He has given you everything you need to endure and deal with wh... Read More

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When the World Feels Out of Control

by Curt Dodd on October 7th, 2025

"'For this is what the Sovereign Lord says: I myself will search for my sheep and look after them. As a shepherd looks after his scattered flock when he is with them, so will I look after my sheep.'" (Ezekiel 34:11-12) Have you ever felt like the world is spinning out of control? I'll be honest with you - when I watch the news these days, it can feel overwhelming. Wars, threats, political chaos. S... Read More

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A Sacred Sermon 

by Curt Dodd on October 6th, 2025

And they have conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, for they loved not their lives even unto death. (Revelation 12:11)    Have you heard a sermon that was extremely encouraging and exactly what you needed at that moment? Think about how amazing it was, that God gave you a word right when you needed it. I am sure it was an unforgettable experience. What if God i... Read More

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Transformational Giving

by Curt Dodd on October 5th, 2025

Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God. (2 Corinthians 9:10-11)   We looked at four ways God enjoys our act of giving. Today, we will ... Read More

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Engaged Giving

by Curt Dodd on October 4th, 2025

Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. (2 Corinthians 9:7)  Mary therefore took a pound of expensive ointment made from pure nard, and anointed the feet of Jesus and wiped his feet with her hair. The house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume. (John 12:3) As followers of Jesus, we are called... Read More

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Anger Management

by Curt Dodd on October 3rd, 2025

But the Lord replied, “Is it right for you to be angry?” (Jonah 4:4) If you are human, you wrestle with the issue of anger. If you fail to admit it, you live in denial. Now, don’t get me wrong. I didn’t say everyone wrestles with the symptoms of anger management like explosive outbursts, increased vocal volume or fitful facial expressions. Some of us have learned to stuff it deep down and wrestle ... Read More

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Bankrupt at All Cost

by Curt Dodd on October 2nd, 2025

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:3) How much money do you have in the bank? We don’t want to be overdrawn; instead, we desire to be flush with cash at all times. It is the American dream…to have more than you need! When Jesus spoke about poverty of spirit, it cut across the grain of His hearers. In fact, most people in His day thought that the reall... Read More

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Think Before You Speak

by Curt Dodd on October 1st, 2025

Now this is what the Lord Almighty says: “Give careful thought to your ways.” (Haggai 1:5) What a probing verse! It is not a friend or a parent who challenges us today; rather, it is the Lord Himself! “Give careful thought to your ways.” There are so many things we do each and every day without a second thought. Some things are done out of habit or possibly impulse, having learned and repeated c... Read More

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The Power of Your Story

by Curt Dodd on September 30th, 2025

"God has raised this Jesus to life, and we are all witnesses of it." (Acts 2:32) When Peter stood up at Pentecost, he didn't just quote Scripture—though he did plenty of that. He didn't just explain theology—though his teaching was rock solid. What grabbed hearts that day was when he said, "We are all witnesses of it." Peter shared his experience with Jesus. Here's what I want you to understand: y... Read More

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Falling At The Feet Of Jesus

by Curt Dodd on September 29th, 2025

When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. Then he placed his right hand on me and said: “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last. (Revelation 1:17) In today’s key verse, we read about an encounter, a personal encounter, that John had with Jesus. When John saw Jesus, he fell at His feet like dead. It completely overpowered him. I want you to think about that for a minute. Have you... Read More

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Falling Asleep At The Wheel

by Curt Dodd on September 28th, 2025

Wake up! Strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have found your deeds unfinished in the sight of my God. Remember, therefore, what you have received and heard; hold it fast, and repent. But if you do not wake up, I will come like a thief, and you will not know at what time I will come to you. (Revelation 2:2-3) On our honeymoon, Ginger and I decided that we would drive from Houston to... Read More

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Faith and Understanding

by Curt Dodd on September 27th, 2025

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” - Isaiah 55:8-9 We live in a culture where knowledge and intelligence are highly valued and sought after. Just like the old saying goes, “Knowledge is power.” We believe the more we know, the... Read More

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Experiencing God’s Presence With Other Believers

by Curt Dodd on September 26th, 2025

And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another -- and all the more as you see the Day approaching. – Hebrews 10:24-25 On February 3, 1970, a revival broke out at Asbury University in Kentucky. It created a movement of God, and students stayed in the chapel for an extended... Read More

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