May 25, 2022“I would like you to be free from concern. An unmarried man is concerned about the Lord’s affairs—how he can please the Lord.” – 1 Corinthians 7:32  Yesterday, I told the story of the first time my wife was pregnant. It wasn’t long before we got the news that the baby had gone to be with our Savior. But the story did not stop there… only a few months later, I came home from work and my...  Read More

May 24, 2022“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.” – 2 Corinthians 4:8-9  I remember one afternoon in 2004 like it was yesterday. It had been a long day, and I came home exhausted. My wife, Audra, greeted me at the door and followed me up the stairs, and told me, “You’re going to be a dad! ...  Read More

May 23, 2022“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” – Psalm 23:4 If you want to overcome fear, you must face your fears head-on, you must actively pursue courage, and you must not cling to the illusion of safety. We have spent the last two days talking about these first two ideas. We know we must face our ...  Read More

May 22, 2022“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” – Deuteronomy 31:6 If you want to overcome fear, there are three important things you must do. The first one we talked about yesterday: you must face your fears. Next, you must actively pursue courage. When you pursue God, you actually...  Read More

May 21, 2022“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10 Over the last few days, we have discussed the topic of fear, and how it can freeze your faith and your relationship with Christ. If we want to avoid this, then we must ask the question, “What can we do to escape t...  Read More

May 20, 2022“Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord. For we live by faith, not by sight.” – 2 Corinthians 5:6-7 When we allow fear to control us or consume us, we are taking our eyes off Jesus and allowing our fear to overshadow our faith. 2 Corinthians 5:7 says, “We walk by faith, not by sight.” But when fear is directing ou...  Read More

May 19, 2022“Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, who does not look to the proud, to those who turn aside to false gods.” – Psalm 40:4 Over the last couple of days, we have talked about fear. What are the things you fear the most? If you ask someone this question, at first, you will probably get some pretty common answers; heights, bugs, death… but if they really start to open up and tell yo...  Read More

May 18, 2022“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” – Philippians 4:6 When you look at the statistics, it is pretty clear what most Americans fear. What is so fascinating about this subject is the fact that most of the time we fear things that are least likely to kill us… Over 30 million Americans describe...  Read More

“I and the Father are One.” – John 10:30 Jesus claimed to be the ONLY way to God. The idea that Jesus is the exclusive path to God may sound narrow-minded to some, but the truth remains unwavering.In John 10:30, Jesus boldly declares, “I and the Father are One.” This statement is at the heart of the Christian belief that Jesus is not merely a way to God, but He is God incarnate. To un...  Read More

“Jesus answered, ‘I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you really know me, you will know my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him.’” – John 14:6-7 Have you ever thought about the audacious claims of Jesus? In John 14:6-7, He boldly declares, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father e...  Read More

March 31, 2024“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.” – Matthew 7:13-14Isn’t it amazing how the message of the gospel has echoed through the ages with unwavering clarity? Take a trip with me back to the book of Genesis, wher...  Read More

In a world that offers countless paths, Jesus stands out as the singular way to salvation and eternal life. It’s not about restriction; it’s about a clear, unswerving path to the Father. So, next time the question arises, “Why Jesus?” remember, in the grand journey to eternity, His is the only route that leads home.  Read More