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How to Resist Temptation
Today, I want to dive into a powerful passage that has the potential to transform our lives if we truly grasp its essence. It's a call to action, a spiritual battle plan, and a reminder of the authority we have in Christ. Let's unpack the wisdom embedded in Ephesians...
Words Create Worlds…What are you Speaking?
In the realm of spirituality, words are potent tools for shaping the world around us. Just as God spoke the universe into existence with the simple phrase, "Let there be light," our words carry a similar creative power. This concept is beautifully depicted in Genesis...
Faith Works
Today, we're going to dive into a thought-provoking topic that gets to the heart of our faith—the relationship between faith and works. But before we get into the theology, let's chat about something that resonates with the human psyche: our capacity to receive grace....
The Sin of Partiality: Embracing God’s Perspective
It's that bias we sometimes carry, showing unfair favoritism based on appearances. You may know it as favoritism, discrimination, or simply judging a book by its cover. Part 1: Favoritism Forbidden In James 2:1, James tells us, "My brothers and sisters, believers in...
Compassion that Matters to God
Today, I want to share a story about my 2.5-year-old son, Ellis, and our journey through the trials and tribulations of potty training. We embarked on this mission when he hit the ripe age of 2, and I thought I was prepared for round three of potty training. Little...
Doers of the Word
Being a Christian is not just about hearing the Word; it's about living it out. Today, we're going to take a shorter and more direct journey through the Scriptures to realize that our faith demands action. We often rush through our Bible reading, but remember, it's...
Taming Anger: A Blueprint for Peace
Today's topic: anger. We all know someone who's struggled with it, right? But don't worry, this discussion might just be for you too. Picture anger as pulling the pin of a grenade. It can explode if we don't handle it right. Our mission today? Put that pin back in,...
Navigating Trials and Temptations: Earn Your Crown of Life
Hey there, Vivid Church family! We are diving into the book of James and somethings to know as a Christian… Close to the Heels of Trials is Temptation 🌪️ The verse that sets the stage for our discussion is James 1:12 (NKJV), which says, "Blessed is the man who endures...
Finding Joy in Trials: Growing Stronger in Faith
Hey there!! In the book of James, we discover a nugget of wisdom that can truly transform our perspective on life. James 1:1-11 teaches us how to find joy in the midst of trials and the importance of growing in faith. Today, let's break down these valuable insights...
The Fix to Worry
Ever woken up in a midnight panic? 🌙 We've all been there. Let me share our "new place" story, but you might have your own version. It could be those "kids' faith" worries, cash crunch, work blues, or even relationship turbulence. Sleepless nights drove me to a...