Don’t Fear Desperate Circumstances

“If calamity comes upon us, whether the sword of judgment, or plague or famine, we will stand in your presence before this temple that bears your Name and will cry out to you in our distress, and you will hear us and save us” – 2 Chronicles 20:9 We’ve been talking about how the fear of God empowers us to live boldly, and yesterday we discussed forgoing our fear of others. But another challenge is the fear of desperate circumstances. We often try to shield ourselves from hardship by making plans, saving money, and caring for our health. Still, no matter how careful we are, life can bring the unexpected. For some, hardship means the loss of health or a job. For others, it’s the end of a dream business or money running out. These moments are painful and frightening, but they never surprise God. Even in your hardest times,

September 14, 2026 No Comments

Forgo the Fear of Man

“Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.” – Proverbs 29:25 In the coming days, I want to address specific fears we often face and show how focusing on faith helps us overcome them. Notably, whenever an angel appears in the Bible to announce something significant, the message often starts with: “Fear Not!” I believe this is because, as God prepares to do His greatest work in our lives, fear tries to overwhelm us. If the enemy keeps us trapped in uncertainty, he can hinder God’s glory from shining through us. The first and most powerful fear to overcome is the fear of man. In today’s world, it’s easy to feel intimidated or attacked for standing up for what is right. Yet it’s vital not to shrink back. Jesus Himself was despised and rejected, but He knew it was better

September 13, 2026 No Comments

The Honor of Carrying His Name

“Then all the peoples on earth will see that you are called by the name of the Lord, and they will fear you.” – Deuteronomy 28:10 Being an ambassador for Jesus means carrying His Name. When we call God “God,” we’re referring to His office and authority over creation; when we say “Yahweh,” we use His personal name. The Lord is not only divine but also has a unique character, revealed in His Name. For example, my office is pastor—if you say, “Hey Pastor,” you address my title, not my name. If you said, “Hey Bobby,” you’d use my name; “Hey Pastor Bobby” combines both. Similarly, while we can never hold God’s office, salvation gives us His Name. As members of His family, we are given authority and the honor of carrying His character. He fills us with His Spirit so we can show His righteousness, justice, goodness, and—above all—His

September 12, 2026 1 Comment

Be Available

“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” – 1 Peter 3:15 Today, we acknowledge this Patriots Day, marking the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. We honor in prayer those whose lives were lost, and the unparalleled changes to the families personally affected, along with our citizens and our nation. Of all the Kingdom ambassadors I’ve met, none stand out like the neighbors who made themselves available to my family during a crucial time. I’ve shared this story before: When I was fifteen, my Christian neighbor taught me to build things and use tools, but warned me not to visit the Pentecostal Meachums behind us, viewing them as odd. Ignoring this, my sister Angie befriended the Meachums, and I saw

September 11, 2026 No Comments

The Consulate of God’s Kingdom

“And God has placed in the church first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then miracles, then gifts of healing, of helping, of guidance, and of different kinds of tongues.” – 1 Corinthians 12:28 As ambassadors for Christ, remember that there are many ways to serve. My Grandpa Schuller often said, “In the Kingdom of God, some plant seeds, some water, some trim branches, and some gather the harvest.” He also reminded me that others are called to till hard soil and prepare it for planting. Grandpa knew his unique role in God’s Kingdom and embraced it with confidence. My Grandpa Schuller understood that not everyone is assigned the same mission, and he had the wisdom to recognize that no single individual can fulfill the totality of ambassadorship. Just as ambassadors and their consulates understand the boundaries of their responsibilities and trust a team of specialists to help them

September 10, 2026 No Comments

Kingdom Ambassadors

“We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God.” – 2 Corinthians 5:20 What comes to mind when you hear the word ambassador? I picture someone poised and empowered to represent their country in diplomatic affairs, responsible for the impression their nation makes abroad. While few of us will serve as ambassadors in a worldly sense, every believer is an ambassador in the Kingdom of God. As those redeemed and commissioned to bring Jesus’ presence to a broken world, we are daily entrusted with the divine assignment to reconcile others to our Savior. As God’s ambassadors, we offer hope to a world struggling with uncertainty and darkness; we have the privilege of introducing desperately needed divine help and healing. As committed disciples who have anchored our souls to Jesus, we can bring His presence to

September 9, 2026 No Comments

Meaningful Moments

“ ‘Martha, Martha,’ the Lord answered, ‘you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.’ .” – Luke 10:41,42 Have you ever felt distracted, worried, or frustrated? Most of us have. Life can easily become crowded with tasks, demands, and noise, making it hard to notice the moments that matter—with God and with others. Like Martha, we often get caught up in doing, working, and serving, forgetting to simply be present. Martha worked hard to serve Jesus and His disciples, but her sister Mary chose to sit at Jesus’ feet, listening and learning from Him. We might think one sister was right, and the other was wrong, but there is a time for both action and stillness. The challenge is finding balance. It’s easy to let the busyness of

September 8, 2026 No Comments

Compassion in Action

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” – Colossians 3:12 As Christians, we should hold compassion in the highest esteem. The Bible urges us to clothe ourselves in this powerful virtue, wrapping it around us so that it touches every part of our being. But what does it truly mean to be compassionate? While many see it simply as an act of immense kindness, the word at its core means “to suffer with.” True compassion goes beyond offering a polite gesture to someone who has fallen into a pit; it sets aside comfort, climbs into the hole with them, and gets dirty to understand where they are and what they are experiencing. Genuine compassion lifts a person up, carrying them toward freedom, but only after assuring them that they are seen and cared for. In other words, it loves

September 7, 2026 No Comments

Sowing and Reaping

“The hardworking farmer should be the first to receive a share of the crops. Reflect on what I am saying, for the Lord will give you insight into all this.” – 2 Timonthy 5:6,7 In Christianity, we often talk about the principle of sowing and reaping. This comes from farming—planting seeds and later harvesting the crops. Spiritually, it means that whatever we put into others through our words and actions will eventually grow and produce good results in God’s Kingdom. The Holy Spirit nurtures what we plant, bringing about a great harvest from what started as a small seed, as long as the soil of a person’s heart is open. But there’s also a blessing for those who sow. The Bible says that a farmer deserves a share of the crops (2 Timothy 5:6). In the same way, when we plant hope and kindness in others, we will be rewarded

September 6, 2026 No Comments

Abundance Starts Here

“Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us,” – Ephesians 3:20 Yesterday, I shared how Pharaoh, despite being the wealthiest man in the world, had a scarcity mindset. There were repeated cycles of scarcity where he refused to let God’s people go. Even today, there are wealthy individuals who experience seasons in life where, despite good health and financial stability, their hearts still feel empty or lacking. Let’s choose to break free from this mindset, regardless of our circumstances. True abundance begins in the heart—not in the wallet—but in our thoughts and beliefs. We can be truly thankful that it is the Lord’s will for us to live in victory and abundance. This is not a vague hope—it is a promise found in Scripture, and we can confidently believe it. Today, let

September 5, 2026 1 Comment

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