In Spirit & Truth

Prayer is one of the foundations of the Christian faith. Jesus, Himself had to get away from everyone to pray regularly. If the Lord felt it necessary to pray, how much more should you!? Today, Pastor JD will be challenging you to make prayer a staple discipline in your life and to allow God to speak to your heart.

We live in a time where everyone struggles with anxiety. Pastor JD does too! But today, He reminds us how we need to take our thoughts captive. Don’t let your fear rule you. Instead of fretting, remember to thank God for anything. Pray about everything, and in turn, don’t worry about anything. God will take care of you.

We’ve all been let down by people we love, and it hurts, even when it’s not malicious. Today, Pastor JD reminds us that God will never be one of those people. He can’t not keep a promise. Instead of reeling in the hurt and the fear, give your cares to God, and allow Him to wrap you in His peace that surpasses understanding.

We all go through times when we’re ruled by fear and anxiety. And, coming from someone who’s dealt with those things a lot, Pastor JD is here to remind us today that, God won’t forsake you. He’s not going to abandon you or turn away; His peace will encompass you, despite the world around you, if only you’ll allow it to.

As Pastor JD begins his new teaching through the book of Philemon, he'll be challenging you to forsake the ways of the world and to focus on living a victorious Christian life. This is a very rich letter that's filled with encouragement to forgive and restore, and also exhortation to have a godly character and reputation.

If you are doing something and you don’t have peace about it… then never, ever, ever follow through with it. God will open or close the right doors He wants you to walk through. Today, Pastor JD reminds you to walk away from something if you don’t have peace with it. God will open the door when the time is right.

The Bible is not just any book. It’s the life experiences of others who walked before you, who are showing you how to handle life and overcome situations. Today, Pastor JD reminds you that there are people with good and bad characteristics in The Bible. It’s up to you what type of person you will become.

We tend to hold onto things long past their expiration date. No one wants to let go of someone or something that they love. But today, Pastor JD reminds us that this world is not our home; soon and very soon, it will be time to let it go. Instead of holding on to it, let’s look ahead to the place that Christ has prepared for us.

There’s a struggle in this world: Christians war between being attached to this world, and longing for our Heavenly home. Today, Pastor JD reminds us, that loss is always hard – even the loss of a wicked and dying world. Let’s put our trust in God’s timing and the fact that He’s preparing a place for us, away from all this heartache.

There’re many people in the world who are sure they know THE Truth; people who think they’re going to Heaven because “they’re a good person.” But today, Pastor JD reminds us that none of us are good; we were born in sin and we live in sin. BUT, we don’t have to go on that way, because we have the option of living for Christ instead.

What do your actions say about you? Would someone describe you as faithful, dependable, or loyal? Today, Pastor JD doesn’t hold back. He will have you looking within yourself to see if you possess the characteristics of how Paul felt about Artemas and Tychicus. Two friends who were always faithful and reliable.

Satan has one goal, and that is to destroy anything that will bring pleasure to the Lord. He comes like a prowling lion only to kill, steal, and destroy. He studies you, just like a lion study’s his prey. Today, Pastor JD boldly reminds you to not be so naïve because Satan wants nothing more than to see your destruction.

If Satan can get you to argue with other Christians, then you can't do what God has called you to do. Too many people don't come to church because of how they see Christians acting. Today, Pastor JD delicately calls on you to not argue with fellow believers, but instead, reach out to the lost.

Today is the day of salvation. Pastor JD is convinced that we have no more time to waiver. Choose Jesus and be saved! It’s as easy as A, B, C. ‘A’ is for admit that you’re a sinner in need of a Savior. ‘B’ is for believe that Jesus Christ is Lord. ‘C’ is for call upon His name. Commit your life to Jesus today before you run out of time.

Of all the decisions we make in this life, the only one that really matters is this: Do you choose Jesus or no Jesus? The choice will seal your fate for all eternity. God grants your request… a life chosen separate from Jesus will be rewarded with an eternity separate from Jesus. Pastor JD encourages you today: choose wisely!

Sometimes we get overwhelmed with the unfairness and injustice in this life. We look around us and find it hard to believe that we serve a God who is actually in control. But, as Pastor JD reminds us today, we need to remember that this life is merely a vapor. Poof, and it’s over. Our true home is in heaven for all eternity!

Today, Pastor JD passionately reminds you to use your God-given spiritual gift of discernment when dealing with someone. You must assess the situation and determine if they are looking for an answer or an argument. To do this, just turn to the Holy Spirit and He will give you the wisdom to know the difference.

The second greatest commandment tells us that we are to love our neighbor as ourselves. Today, Pastor JD informs you, that being kind, gentle, and considerate is the fruit of the Spirit. Are you submitted to Him, to bear this fruit? God does not turn a blind eye, as to how you treat your brother or sister in the Lord.

Today, Pastor JD reminds us that slander is an abomination to the Lord. Your idle talk, disparaging a brother or sister is ranked right up there with murder, in the eyes of God. When you destroy the character of someone, in your hatred, you are, in fact, according to Jesus, guilty of murder!

The Bible is full of truths that we can grab onto in our time of need. God speaks to us through His Word. One promise Pastor JD reminds us of today is that nothing can come against us when we know Jesus. He is our defender, our Rock, and our protector. Stand firm in Jesus and you will be victorious.

God’s thoughts are not our thoughts and God’s timing is not our timing. This should be so encouraging to us. He is far greater, immensely more capable, and infinitely more knowledgeable than we are. Pastor JD reminds us today to dwell on these truths, as things in our world begin to unravel. Do not fear. God is in control!

If you’re listening to Pastor JD today, the most important thing he wants to get across to you is that Jesus’ return is very near. You have no more time to ponder a relationship with Him. It’s now or never. Today is the day to answer the most important question of your life for eternal life: Do you choose Jesus?

All throughout the Bible, we're told that judgment is coming upon an unbelieving Christ-rejecting world. Today, Pastor JD warns you, that you're responsible for the Truth of the Gospel, which saves people from judgment. Why wouldn't you warn those that you love, and tell them about Jesus who can save them?

The Apostle Paul writes that this world is passing away, and the lust of it, but he who does the will of God abides forever. Today, Pastor JD reminds us, not to become too heavily invested in the things of the world, because they can keep us from the expectant joy of the return of Christ, and the glory that awaits us.

Today, Pastor JD says, that if you feast on the Truth, supplied by the Spirit you won't crave the things of the flesh. Nothing can satisfy you, and nourish you, like spiritual food from God. And the table of the LORD is always full, and you have a seat at His wonderful feast, every minute of every day.