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Expect a Miracle

“You are the God who performs miracles; you display your power among the peoples.” – Psalm 77:14 As we intentionally lift our eyes, we can allow Jesus to fill our hearts with hope and restore our faith in His good plan. Now is a better time than ever to expect a miracle! In a society that values science and reason above all, even as Christians, elevating our expectations and embracing the supernatural can seem like a stretch. Nevertheless, we serve a God who loves to break the rules! I preach on this often because I believe that miracles have the potential not only to impact our lives as individuals, but to display the glory of the Lord in a way that will draw many people to a saving knowledge of Him.  Demonstrations of divine power have occurred since the dawn of Creation, and many were recorded in the Old Testament

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October 1, 2026 No Comments

The Only Way Out Is Through

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.” – Isaiah 43:2 The only way out is through! Consider Moses: he had to stand before Pharaoh and also strike the rock because God instructed him. Peter walked on water, but only after stepping out of the boat. The widow of Zarephath gave her last bit of flour because God told her to. The Samaritan leper risked showing himself at the temple, obeying God’s command despite the danger. This is the life of faith in God—Amen? Usually, the only way out is through. I want to encourage you: increase your faith and, where needed, overcome fear. Let’s take a posture of faith today, if you’re willing. Know that God is listening, has turned

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September 30, 2026 No Comments

Do Not Be Afraid

“But the Lord said to him, ‘Peace! Do not be afraid. You are not going to die.’ ” – Judges 23:6 When Gideon led an army of 32,000 men against a force of 135,000, the odds seemed impossible—almost five to one. Naturally, Gideon turned to the Lord and pleaded for more soldiers. But God responded with a surprising command: “You need fewer men.” God instructed Gideon to send home all the fearful soldiers. Imagine being told, “If anyone is afraid, leave.” Facing 135,000 with only a fraction of his original force, Gideon obeyed. Why? Because you cannot win a battle with soldiers gripped by fear. In fact, a fearful soldier is more dangerous than having no soldier at all. After this reduction, only the courageous remained. In the end, Gideon triumphed—not because of numbers, but because he walked by faith. You might think, “I can’t help how I feel.” But

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September 29, 2026 1 Comment

God Is With Me

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” – Psalms 23:4 Over the past few days, I have emphasized that we don’t have to live in fear because God has not abandoned His people. Many have memorized Psalm 23, and I’m sure you are familiar with verse four: “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death.” We know this to be a dark valley, right? Yet, the Psalmist declares, “I will fear no evil.” There’s a reason you don’t need to be afraid. Why? Because God is with you. We have to learn to say, “I will fear no evil.” When feelings of fear and worry arise—as they do for all of us—you must counter them with the Word of God. Remind yourself: It

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September 28, 2026 No Comments

Acting Out Your Faith

“For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” – 2 Timothy 1:6,7 Acting out your faith is the best way to overcome fear. Think back—how often have we felt that God was absent, only to realize later that He was with us all along? As we step out in faith, God intervenes. The truth is, faith requires action, not paralysis by fear. Fear is not from God; it thrives in darkness and keeps us trapped. The Bible says, “God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.” God wants you to live with peace and confidence—relaxed, joyful, and trusting in Him. To illustrate, imagine an Amazon driver arrives with

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September 27, 2026 No Comments

Trust in the Lord

“And when the king saw Queen Esther standing in the court, she won favor in his sight, and he held out to Esther the golden scepter that was in his hand. Then Esther approached and touched the tip of the scepter.” – Esther 5:2 As Esther’s story of courage and faith unfolds, her adoptive father, Mordecai, urgently pleads with Esther—now queen—to intercede with the king and save her people. With bravery, she approaches the king. He welcomes her warmly by raising his scepter. When he asks what she desires, Esther invites him and Haman—the villain of the story—to two special banquets. At the second banquet, after the king has had a bit too much to drink, he turns to Esther and says, “What is your wish? Ask anything you want, and I’ll give it to you—even half my kingdom.” Esther looks at the king and says, “This is all I

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September 26, 2026 No Comments

Two Nobles

“For if you keep silent at this time, relief and deliverance will rise for the Jews from another place, but you and your father’s house will perish. And who knows whether you have not come to the kingdom for such a time as this?” – Esther 4:14 Today, we continue the story of Esther. There are two key nobles: Mordecai, a Jew who is Esther’s cousin and adoptive father, and Haman, the ambitious and ruthless prime minister. Haman is so disliked that the king must order everyone to bow to him—a gesture that should come naturally, like shaking hands. Imagine if a decree required you to shake someone’s hand; you’d assume that person was not well-liked. While others obey, Mordecai refuses to bow to Haman. Outraged, Haman plots not only Mordecai’s death but the destruction of all Jews in the kingdom.  To heighten the fear, Haman casts lots (the “purim”)

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September 25, 2026 No Comments

Overcoming Incredible Fear

“Go, gather all the Jews to be found in Susa, and hold a fast on my behalf, and do not eat or drink for three days, night or day. I and my young women will also fast as you do. Then I will go to the king, though it is against the law, and if I perish, I perish.” – Esther 4:16 Yesterday, I encouraged you to trust that God is safe and actively working to set you free from anything that holds you back. Step forward with confidence, knowing God is for you. This brings us to the book of Esther—a story about a teenage girl overcoming incredible fear. Esther, a Jewish orphan, becomes queen of Persia through a beauty contest. She is King David’s great-niece, so she has royal lineage, but she hides her identity from the king. The king dismissed his former queen—he’s this unpredictable, larger-than-life emperor—and

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September 24, 2026 No Comments

Safe

“The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe.” – Proverbs 18:10 As believers remember: God loves you deeply. He knows the number of hairs on your head—every detail of your life matters to Him. He has never left you for a moment. Because of this, you don’t have to live in fear. Let go of anxiety, discouragement, and despair. Instead, be filled with faith and courage. Take risks, step out boldly, and walk in the power God gives you. Freedom and new life are available to you—embrace them. Light and hope are possible; they are yours to claim. In The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Susan, one of the main characters, is about to meet Aslan, the great king. She has heard much about him, but is surprised to learn that Aslan is a lion. When Mr. Beaver tells

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September 23, 2026 No Comments

God Is With You

“So we can confidently say, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?’ ” – Hebrews 13:6 Yesterday I shared that the fear of the Lord isn’t about dreading punishment; it’s about honoring God’s boundaries and wisdom. My dad, even when disciplining us, was really a softie at heart. I remember once when I’d done something wrong and was sure I’d be in big trouble; I headed to bed early, pretending to be asleep. As soon as he arrived, hearing him stomp up the stairs and call my name, my heart pounded with anxiety. The door opened quickly, then closed quietly—and I got away with it. My dad could seem intimidating, but he was also so loving, always ready with a hug or a compliment. At school, I was still a little guy, and some of the older kids bullied me because of

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September 22, 2026 No Comments

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