Pain and trauma are ground levelers for all people, everywhere, and for all time. It is one thing all of us have in common. Paul reminds us that in the midst of suffering, we are not to lose heart because, while things may be impacting us outwardly…
The trauma orientation of our fallen world is a real thing. Broken people break people and hurt people hurt people. I’m grateful that in the crushing seasons, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted.” When you interact with …
Faith that works in real life comes down to this simple trait: trust. When we wholly and fully trust God, knowing full well that He will never forsake or abandon us, life takes on a playful quality. This playfulness carries us through the hard and …
As you engage a new week, receive this encouraging word from the Word; ‘Don’t worry. Pray. Let God know what you need. Give thanks for all He has done.’ Sounds like a recipe for a great week! - Pastor Jimmy
God’s boundaries are not to keep us from having fun or enjoying life, they are to keep us from running our ship aground and derailing our destiny. We obey Him because we love Him. It’s not a heavy weight to bear, it’s the way to li…
Jesus was clear. He never said He was “A” way, “A” truth, or “A” life. He is “The” way, “The” truth, and “The” life. Many will choose to believe there are multiple paths that le…
Jesus came to our planet, put on an earth suit, and moved into the neighborhood. The incarnation of Christ is the greatest miracle of all time. Jesus emptied himself so that he could redeem us and eradicate sin once and for all. It is a gift that ea…
Monday Momentum The Bible is filled with hundreds of promises that motivate and inspire us as we navigate the landscape of this world. Today’s verse reminds us to consecrate (set apart; commit) our work and endeavors to the Lord. The scriptu…
Like you, I have heard of God’s amazing deeds in history - revivals that impacted governments, nations, industry, and, of course, the church. Our world desperately needs spiritual awakening. I am weary of having to read about the great reviva…
I prayed a simple prayer this morning, “Father, what do you want to say today?” As I opened my Bible, I went to this verse. Three beautiful qualifiers to remind us we are Called, Loved, and Kept by Jesus. Someone needs this encouragemen…
Persistence in prayer is not most people's strong suit. This is not a personal slight, only the recognition that the last four years have thrown us into a state of cultural triage and recovery. Living in a perpetual state of emergency and vigilance…
In the early morning hours, I was praying and listening. I felt God say, 'Don't be numbered among the many who choose to walk in fear, doubt, and unbelief toward My Word, My Will, My Ways, and My Promises. Join the 'Caleb Company' and embrace the Sp…
One of the bravest souls in the entire story arc of the Bible was a woman named Esther. She was willing to risk her life to save her people by breaking the law, entering the king's chamber, and making her appeal before him. Her reply? 'If I perish,…
God gave this powerful promise to King Solomon as the temple dedication was completed. It is an “If... Then...” covenant statement. “If My people will... humble themselves, pray, seek My face, repent...” “Then I will.…
Just as Jesus was moved with compassion over the lostness of the people of His day, He is still moved with the same compassion over the lostness around us today. People are weary and scattered. There is no lack of opportunity when it comes to peopl…
When the world is spinning up, we don’t have to. On this TGiM, let us find hope and resolve in the secret place of the Most High as we abide under the shadow of the Almighty. The Hebrew word, “abide,” לִין liyn, means to remain, to…
The Enemy is a schemer, deceiver, and liar. Whenever these issues surface in a given scenario, you can be sure that your Enemy is at work and seeking to leverage anything and everything against you. God has given you the strength, weapons, and armo…
The Bible makes it abundantly clear: If you are a born-again follower of Jesus, you are at war. There are evil and malevolent entities, demonic spirits, that are aligned against the life Jesus died to give you. They can't kill you, but they do come…
Did you know that God's intention is for you to 'reign in life'? He gives an “abundance of grace and the gift of righteousness.” He extends this gift toward you, and by faith, you must receive it. To reign means to employ the highest in…
Some passages of scriptures need explanation and interpretation, some do not. This beautiful promise from the Proverbs speaks into the very heart of daily living. I sense the Lord saying, “Trust Me with all your heart and give Me your understa…
As I prayed about today’s devotional post, I felt the Lord’s heart to encourage you; Be strong, courageous, fearless, and undaunted, for the Lord your God is with you today, wherever you go. Engage your tasks, responsibilities, and activ…
When the teenaged David stepped up to take on the giant Goliath, scholars believe he was between 13 and 15 years old. Small in stature but big in heart, he tried to wear King Saul’s armor, but it didn't fit. You cannot wear armor that was for…
On the heels of extending grace to a woman caught in adultery, Jesus was barraged with questions from the scribes and Pharisees. They wanted to kill her for her sin, but Jesus forgave and redeemed her in the moment. In that heated context with the …
I have said for years, “We are not human-doings, we are human-beings.” I believe that is absolutely true. At the same time, I also believe God has assignments for each of us to do. Salvation speaks to past, present, and future. I was sa…
