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He Woke for You – Trusting Jesus in the Storm
Life has a way of throwing unexpected storms our way—financial pressure, family struggles, health issues, or that crushing weight of anxiety and fear. In Matthew 8:23–27, we find Jesus asleep in the boat while the disciples panic through a fierce storm. And we might wonder, like they did, “Jesus, don’t you care that we’re perishing?”…
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Christian, It’s Time to Grow Up – Part 5: Taming the Tongue
“If God formed His opinion of you based solely on your words… would He be pleased?” In Part 5 of our James series, we turn a spiritual magnifying glass on one of the smallest, yet most dangerous parts of the human body—the tongue. James 3 challenges us with convicting truth: “The tongue is a fire,…
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The Daily Decision: Who Will You Serve?
“But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” – Joshua 24:15 Every day brings new distractions, new pressures, and new temptations. But it also brings new opportunities—to choose Jesus.In Joshua 24, we read about a bold moment in Israel’s history. Joshua, nearing the end of his life, stood before the people…
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Christian, It’s Time to Grow Up – Part 4: Faith That Works
Faith That Works –James 2:14–26 It’s easy to say we have faith—but James asks a hard question: “Can that kind of faith save you?” In Part 4 of our “Christian, It’s Time to Grow Up” series, we dive into what real, mature faith looks like—and how it always produces action. James doesn’t deny that we’re…
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The Gift of Interpretation of Tongues – Heaven’s Message, Made Clear
“To another the interpretation of tongues…” – 1 Corinthians 12:10 When someone speaks in tongues publicly, it can feel like a mystery to everyone listening. But God never meant for His Church to stay in the dark. He gave us the Gift of Interpretation of Tongues so that Spirit-filled messages could be understood and edifying.…
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Unlocking the Power of the Gift of Tongues
“To another different kinds of tongues…” – 1 Corinthians 12:10 The gift of tongues is one of the most misunderstood—and underused—gifts in the Church today. But it’s powerful, biblical, and for every Spirit-filled believer. And it’s not just one thing. The Bible speaks of four different kinds of tongues, each with a unique purpose. The…
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The Discerning of Spirits – A Gift for the Spiritually Awake
“To another discerning of spirits…” – 1 Corinthians 12:10 One of the most important gifts in the Church today is the discerning of spirits. Why?Because in a world full of deception, spiritual warfare, and counterfeit signs, we need supernatural eyes to see what’s really happening. What Is This Gift? The discerning of spirits is a…
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The Gift of Prophecy – Spirit-Led Words That Strengthen and Encourage
“To another prophecy…” – 1 Corinthians 12:10“Desire spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy.” – 1 Corinthians 14:1 The gift of prophecy is one of the most powerful and personal gifts of the Holy Spirit. It’s not about predicting the future—it’s about declaring the heart of God for the moment. It brings comfort, clarity, and…
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The Working of Miracles – Heaven’s Power on Earth
“To another the working of miracles…” — 1 Corinthians 12:10 The supernatural isn’t just possible—it’s promised.The working of miracles is one of the 9 gifts of the Holy Spirit listed in 1 Corinthians 12, and it’s God’s way of saying: “I’m still here. I still move. And I still make the impossible happen.” What Is…
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Christian, It’s Time to Grow Up – Part 3: Christianity and Favoritism
A Study in the Book of James – James 2:1–13By Pastor Bill Zeltman In this third installment of our study in James, we’re hitting a topic that makes many of us squirm: favoritism. James 2:1–13 boldly calls out how we treat others—especially when we show preference to the wealthy, well-dressed, or powerful, while ignoring or…