Which World Are You Loving?

by Ministry Support on April 4th, 2026

"Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them." — 1 John 2:15 What does it mean to "love the world"? We have secularized how we serve God. I want you to see this. You will understand this from the context. There are three Greek words that refer to the world. The first refers to the dirt—the actual physical dirt, the sunrise, the sunset, the mountains and oceans. God created this world and called it good. There's nothing wrong with appreciating creation. Read More

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Brand New "Want To's"

by Ministry Support on April 3rd, 2026

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" — 2 Corinthians 5:17 What changed when you gave your life to Christ? When you know Him, suddenly you will begin to have new desires and new "want to's." What you used to want is no longer important. You want to please Christ. You want to do what He wants you to do. You want to know Him. You want to be in His presence. Do you understand that salvation produces brand-new "want to's?" Read More

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Lean Back

by Ministry Support on April 2nd, 2026

"Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth." — Psalm 46:10 Are you trying too hard to figure everything out? When it comes to the future—especially the return of Christ—we need to just lean back and not try to pick a date or a time. Remember, Jesus discouraged His followers from trying to pick a date or a time for His Second Coming. Read More

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The Upside-Down Kingdom

by Ministry Support on April 1st, 2026

"But many who are first will be last, and the last first." — Mark 10:31 Does God's way ever seem backward to you? Many of the concepts of the Lord are inverted. An example is, "Give and it will be given to you." Our world says, "No. You had better take it and keep it." Jesus says, "You need to let it go." Read More

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Are You Ready For Jesus To Come Back?

by Ministry Support on March 31st, 2026

Let me ask you a question. “If Jesus came today, are you ready?” Has there been a moment in your life when you turned from sin and placed your faith in Christ? Have you given your life to Christ? Are you ready for Christ’s return? If it happened today, are you ready? Are you ready? Read More

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Jesus Intercedes for You

by Ministry Support on March 30th, 2026

Do you realize that Jesus is praying for us all the time? Some of the last words Jesus said before He died were prayers for all of humanity. Right now, He is praying to His Father for you. He is praying for your family, your marriage, and your friendships. He is praying for your heart as you are navigating the seasons of waiting, disappointment and uncertainty. He is constantly interceding on your behalf. We should be very encouraged to know that Jesus is praying for us.  Read More

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False Prophets

by Ministry Support on March 29th, 2026

This is a sobering passage, indeed Unfortunately, many Christians are completely naive about the ways of the evil one. Because they think he will not invade the church of God, they listen without a filter to numerous off-the-wall belief systems. Sadly, many people swallow “hook, line and sinker” the theological heresies which are shouted from the pulpits by those who have a profit motive in mind; they seek profit for their ego and their pocketbook. Keep your eyes open Read More

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A Call to God’s Church

by Ministry Support on March 28th, 2026

As we are anticipating the end times, we should be doing several things as members of God’s Church. We have so much hope because we are His children. Therefore, we need to allow that hope to ignite our faith and carry out these three things as we await Christ’s return: Read More

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Praying in God’s Will

by Ministry Support on March 27th, 2026

If there was ever a time you need to be praying, it is now. Praying to God and spending time communicating with Him should be a regular part of your daily routine. However, many people are intimidated by prayer. They don’t know where to start and what to say. They don’t want to “bother God” with their requests and issues. Read More

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Actions and Words

by Ministry Support on March 26th, 2026

There is an age-old saying that advises us, “Don’t just talk the talk, but walk the walk” We’ve heard this statement numerous times. People say this phrase when they want action. They don’t want to just hear what someone has to say; they want to see the person back up their words with their behavior. Read More

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When God Get's Your Attention

by Ministry Support on March 25th, 2026

I had a conversation recently with a dear friend who lives on the East Coast. I have known him for decades. Recently, he was put into hospice; they have taken him off all the medications that would prolong his life. He has a rare form of bone cancer. Barring a miracle of God, he knows that his time is about over. Read More

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Who's Really in Charge?

by Ministry Support on March 24th, 2026

Is Jesus the Lord of your life, or just a part of your life? It's easy to say "Jesus is Lord." Go ahead, say it out loud right now. Easy, right? But here's the real question: Do you really believe it? Are you really committed that Jesus is your Lord and boss? That word "Lord" means ruler. It means one who is in charge. It means every decision you make comes under His authority and His direction. Read More

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God Doesn't Change His Mind

by Ministry Support on March 23rd, 2026

Does God's will evolve with culture? I had a conversation years ago with a reformed Jewish rabbi. He asked me what we believed about morality and homosexuality. I said, "We believe in the Word of God. We believe that Romans Chapter 1 describes that homosexuality is an abomination." I began to quote several Old Testament passages, especially from the Book of Leviticus. I said to him, "We actually believe what the Old Testament and the New Testament teach." Read More

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Take the Weight Off

by Ministry Support on March 22nd, 2026

Are you carrying weight that isn't yours to carry? You can do your best as a parent. You can give it an all-American try to guide them, but it is all about how they choose to respond to Christ. God was the greatest Father to Israel, but Israel still wandered from Him. Read More

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Opposition Fuels Growth

by Ministry Support on March 21st, 2026

What happens when the church faces persecution? Christianity was birthed in the midst of a world power that worshiped an emperor. Christianity flourished in the middle of political opposition. Nero lit his gardens by crucifying Christians along the road. He set Christians on fire when they would not surrender to his lordship. Believers refused to align with the political agenda of the day. Read More

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You Need a Coach

by Ministry Support on March 20th, 2026

Do you think the Christian life should just come naturally? My first year in seminary, I decided to learn golf. I found a set of clubs, a golf bag, and shoes that were half a size too small at a pawn shop—all for $40. I was excited. I called a friend who was a Dallas detective and a pretty good golfer. We met at Tennison West Golf Course where Lee Trevino started his career. Read More

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You're Already a Saint

by Ministry Support on March 19th, 2026

When do you become a saint? The Bible says that when you become a child of God, you are a saint. You have been set apart. This is what the word means. It comes from the Greek word that describes holy. I know you might not believe that, but it's the truth. When we become a child of God, we are saints. You don't have to wait for a committee to approve you as a saint. The Bible says you have been set apart. You are in the process of being sanctified. Read More

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The Word Does the Work

by Ministry Support on March 18th, 2026

Do you worry that you're not good enough at sharing your faith? Maybe you think, "I don't know enough theology. I stumble over my words. I'm not persuasive like some people." So you stay silent, convinced that if you can't deliver a polished Gospel presentation, you shouldn't say anything at all. Read More

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Reset Your System

by Ministry Support on March 17th, 2026

When was the last time you rebooted your theology? I had one of my first experiences with computers when I lived in Houston. I had the use of an early laptop with a massive hard drive—40 Megabytes. I was learning my way around the Internet and DOS. In the first week, I accidentally deleted DOS. They had to reboot the entire system. I was beginning again with a brand-new system. Read More

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Hungry for More

by Ministry Support on March 16th, 2026

How often do you eat? Let me say this to you. Do not think that coming to the feed trough once a week will keep you healthy. If you only eat once a week, you will be skinny. You would look like me. We all need nourishment. We all need the Word of God. I am hungry for the Word of God and for fellowship. I am hungry for the Body of Christ to intersect with my life. Read More

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The Pull You Can't Ignore

by Ministry Support on March 15th, 2026

Have you felt that pull? There must be a moment in your life when you sensed the drawing of the Spirit of God and conviction. This conviction means you are aware of your separation and your sinfulness that separates you from a Holy God. In that moment of spiritual conviction, the work of the Holy Spirit draws our hearts and lives to Christ. Read More

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Equipped for Everything

by Ministry Support on March 14th, 2026

What equips you for life? Notice what Paul says here: "All Scripture is God-breathed." That word in Greek is "theopneustos"—theo (God) and pneustos (breathed). Every word of Scripture is exhaled from the mouth of God. This is not just human wisdom. This is not just good advice from religious teachers. This is the very breath of God captured in written form. Read More

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The Danger of "Plus"

by Ministry Support on March 13th, 2026

Do you realize that if you add these elements to secure your salvation, you have just violated what Jesus instituted from the cross? When Jesus was hanging on the cross, He said to the thief on the cross, "Today, you will be with me in paradise." The thief never took communion. He did not get baptized, and yet he made it to heaven. That is very important. The moment you say "faith in Christ plus baptism" or "faith in Christ plus communion" or "faith in Christ plus church membership," you've changed the Gospel. You've added a requirement that Jesus never added. Read More

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How Truth Gets Twisted

by Ministry Support on March 12th, 2026

How does false teaching take root? In the early church, their focus was on the blood of Christ shed for the forgiveness of sins to cover them. Their focus was not to believe nor to teach that you must take communion in order to have the full forgiveness of God. Likewise, they did not believe that you needed to be baptized in order to make sure you go to heaven. Read More

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You Don't Need a Building

by Ministry Support on March 11th, 2026

What makes a church a church? The first church didn't even have a building. Where did they meet? They met in the temple courts and in the open air. They also met in small groups in their homes. They had communion and fellowship with one another in their homes. They were experiencing connectivity. Read More

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Twelve Inches from Hell

by Ministry Support on March 10th, 2026

How far is your heart from your head? You can know historically that Jesus died on the cross. You can look at the Scriptures that give us confirmation about what Jesus did. You can have all the information and acknowledge that He rose from the dead. For many of us, it's just head knowledge. We believe the information. Read More

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Not What You Expected

by Ministry Support on March 9th, 2026

Is God using you the way you thought He would? You might think that God would have used Paul, a man who was well versed in what Jews believed, to minister to the Jews. Paul was a Hebrew of Hebrews, and a Jew of Jews. He was radically committed to the agenda of Judaism. It would seem logical that God would send him to the Jews because he could speak their language, and he understood their culture. Read More

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God Loves Big Churches Too

by Ministry Support on March 8th, 2026

Does God prefer small churches? The very first church was birthed as a mega church. I know many people say, "I don't like big churches. I like small churches where everyone knows everyone." Well, guess what? In the first church, not everyone knew everyone because God was inviting people to be part of that family of faith. Read More

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Your Relationship, Your Responsibility

by Ministry Support on March 7th, 2026

You are responsible for your relationship with God. You will not have to give an account for what your mom believes or what your father believes, nor what your sister or brother believes. You will have to stand before God to give an account for what you believe. Read More

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Leave Room for God's Justice

by Ministry Support on March 6th, 2026

How do you handle it when people hurt you or oppose God's work? Paul faced constant opposition. The Jewish radicals of his day had a contract out on his life. They wanted him dead. Wherever he went, a hit squad followed him. They wanted him out of the picture because he had departed from Judaism and embraced Christianity. What did Paul do? He trusted God to take care of the situation. Read More

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Rooted Together

by Ministry Support on March 5th, 2026

How do giant trees survive massive storms? I remember losing the transmission in my car at the top of a mountain in Sequoia National Park in Northern California. While I was stuck there, I learned something fascinating about those giant Sequoia trees. Read More

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When Tradition Becomes a Trap

by Ministry Support on March 4th, 2026

What are you guided by—Scripture or superstition? I grew up with a mother who had a black belt in anxiety. She filled my head with superstitions: "Don't walk under a ladder—it'll bring bad luck." "Don't let a black cat cross your path." These came from ancient Egyptian beliefs and old wives' tales, not from God's Word. Read More

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Don't Twist the Translation

by Ministry Support on March 3rd, 2026

Are you building theology on English alone? Look at Acts Chapter 2: "Peter replied, 'Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit'" (Acts 2:38). Some of you are saying, "There it is. You have to be baptized in order to have forgiveness of your sins." That teaching is called "baptismal regeneration." That is an error! Why would I say that to you? You might say, "It is in black and white. You have to be baptized to have all your sins forgiven." No! Read More

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Dead Men Feel Nothing

by Ministry Support on March 2nd, 2026

What does a dead man feel? We are dead in our sins, the Bible says. What does a dead man feel? Nothing. Nothing. Nothing! You can be part of a church. You can think that you have enough information, but the real issue is not whether you have gone through catechism or been confirmed. The issue is not that you have taken communion, been sprinkled or immersed, or have your name on the church roll. Read More

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Crooked Lines to Straight Destinations

by Ministry Support on March 1st, 2026

Is your life a straight line? Let me ask a question. How many of you would say, "I gave my life to Christ, and it has been straight up ever since?" I cannot raise my hand. I look at some of the paths that God has allowed me to go, and I don't get it. Read More

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One Life Is Worth It All

by Ministry Support on February 28th, 2026

Is the cost of following Christ too high? Paul knew what sacrifice looked like. In Philippi, he was beaten with rods and thrown into prison just for sharing the Gospel. His back was scarred from forty lashes minus one—five different times. He'd been shipwrecked, stoned, left cold and naked, gone without food. Was it worth it? Read More

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This World Is Not Our Home

by Ministry Support on February 26th, 2026

Right now in our country and on our planet, more things are wrong than right! As a result, this reality creates conflict inside the life of a believer. We want to cry out, “God, how long will you tolerate men and women living with this mentality? How long will you tolerate the treatment that we inflict on each other, to hurt each other, to manipulate each other, and to abuse each other? How long will evil reign?” I don't know about you, but those are my biggest questions. Read More

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Spiritual Alignment

by Ministry Support on February 25th, 2026

Andrew Murray said many of us need to understand what prayer is. He said, “Prayer is not so much trying to get God to align with you, but rather it helps you align with where God is going.” This is exactly what needs to happen in our lives. Read More

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Specific Confession

by Ministry Support on February 24th, 2026

If you want God to do something through your life, it will not happen until God does something in your life! Do you know what I did? I found a place where I could get alone with God. As a believer, as a child of God who was preparing for ministry, I said, “Lord, I really want to make sure that there is nothing between you and me. I desire to make certain that I'm not harboring anything in my life. I'm praying right now that you would reveal to me whatever needs to go. Is there any attitude, any action, anything I've said, anything I've done that is dishonoring to you, and that has broken your heart? I want my life to be clean. I want my life to be a conduit for your Spirit.” Read More

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Replacing God

by Ministry Support on February 23rd, 2026

One of the tragedies that we see in our nation every day is that we have forgotten the Lord and have replaced Him with our activity. Think about that for a moment. Many people want to do the activities of religion, rather than actually knowing the Lord intimately. Read More

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