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Photo and Article By: Ken Hulsey We all know that words can both encourage or destroy, likewise words can change opinions and are powerful enough to change and shape the course of human history. In around AD 30 Jesus Christ delivered the most powerful speech ever recorded to a large group of onlookers on the Korazim Plateau in northern Israel. In it Jesus taught the framework of God's new covenant with his people and laid the foundation for the Christian church.  

Have you ever caught yourself saying, "I will pray about it"? We need to pray without ceasing–according to the scripture, but to pray and not act means we are only talking. Some people only use it as a way of saying no or to delay action. There are some things we don't need to pray about. Where the will of God is known, why do I need to pray? For example, you don't need to pray about serving, but you may need to pray about where to serve. Start serving, start giving! Get moving! 

Love Beyond Mistakes. John 18:26-27NIV ; John 21:15 – 17,NKJV "I'm saved by the grace of God through the blood of Jesus Christ. I may have the scars, but those scars keep me humble and they keep moving forward saying, God, it's not about me, it's all about you." - Pastor Darrell Ingram

 Embark on a transformative journey with our latest sermon, 'Transforming Love: How to Cultivate Kindness in Your Relationships.' Dive deep into the heart of what it truly means to practice virtues like patience, kindness, and humility in our daily interactions. In this video, we discuss how reconnecting with Christ can evolutionally reshape our lives—altering our lifestyle, language, and love. If you're seeking change, longing for fulfillment, or thirsting for a deeper connection with God, this message is for you. Whether you're looking to inviting Jesus into your heart or to reaffirm your faith, join us in discovering a better way through the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Remember, you're not alone; our doors are open, our hands are raised, and our hearts are wide open. Don't forget to subscribe for more inspirational content, and feel free to reach out for prayers and support.

For some time now, I have been looking for a way to use the talents that God has blessed with to further His kingdom. Since my natural talent is photography I wanted to find a way to use my images in a meaningful way alongside faith based content.  Tonight I decided to delve deep into my photo archives and feature some photos that I took way back in 2011 when I lived in Orange County in Southern California. These images feature the monolithic sculpture known as Connector that was created in 2006 by the artist Richard Serra. You can find it on the grounds of the Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa. Since I wanted to focus on Biblical knowledge and Wisdom, I thought that Connector was an excellent visual to correspond with the text. The angles of the giant metal sculpture are indeed thought inspiring, and to be honest, staring at it like I once did used to spawn many profound ideas about life in my sentimental little mind. The cool thing about Connector, is the fact that it is...

"And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you are not troubled; for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. And there will be famines, pestilences, and earthquakes in various places. All these are the beginning of sorrows." - Jesus Christ In this video Pastor James W. Greer outlines just how the events taking place in the world today are aligning with prophecy: 2 Things to learn from Jesus. ( John 3:16-17, NKJV ) Jesus loves everyone. Jesus will forgive anyone. ( Luke 23:33-34, NKJV ) While they are fighting a physical battle, it’s really a spiritual battle. The spiritual battle will one day be won. ( Ephesians 6:12, NKJV ) Many are blinded to spiritual truth. ( Ephesians 6:11-12 , TLB; John 10:10, NKJV ; 1 Peter 5:8, NKJV , TLB; John 12:37-42, NKJV ) No one knows the day that Jesus will return. ( Matthew 24:36-42, NKJV ; 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, NKJV ) One will be taken and on...

 It's All About the Heart. By taking our stony, hard hearts and replacing them with tender, forgiving, and loving ones that will walk with Him, God wants to give us a new spirit. Be willing to let God change your heart if you want to regain hope. Deep Peace: Finding Calm in a World of Conflict and Anxiety - $3.99 @ Amazon.com It’s All About the Heart God wants to change hard and hopeless hearts. ( Ezekiel 36:25-28, NKJV ) God wants to give us a fresh spirit by taking the stony, hard heart and giving you one that will walk with Him, that will be tender, forgiving, and loving. Regain hope by being willing to allow God to change your heart. How to go from being hopeless to having great hope. ( Ezekiel 37:1-10, NKJV ) Bones is a type of the most hopeless situations you could ever find. What is dried up in your life? Can your hopeless situation change? The Lord knows, and He knows it can! Believe God can change any situation. It’s important for dry bones to hear the Word. God’s Word is ...

 Jesus should be the head of every relationship in our lives. Having Jesus as the center of the relationship makes it a success. Learn how to keep Jesus as the focus of the relationships in your life. Journey Church 2900 Donahue Ferry Rd, Pineville, LA 71360 Phone  (318) 640-1273 Website  https://jcpineville.com/ Check Out: Find Your Quiet Place Where You Can Pray and Meditate on God's Word Everyday We Should Proclaim - This is the day which the LORD has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it! Pastor James Greer - Journey Church - When You Receive the Favor of God Pastor Jurgen Matthesius - Awaken Church - Old Faith for the New Year With Jesus Sometimes We Don't See The Footprints Ten Must See Sermons To Grow Your Faith In 2023! Pastor James W Greer - Journey Church - Journey to the Light | In His Presence Pastor Steve Smothermon - Legacy Church - God isn’t a genie. ❌ JESUS IS SAVIOR. Hard Sayings of Jesus Pastor Steven Roberts - Journey Church - The Blessed Life: It's No...

 I think that everyone is familiar with the famous spiritual poem Footprints or Footprints in the Sand as it is sometimes called.  One night I dreamed a dream. As I was walking along the beach with my Lord. Across the dark sky flashed scenes from my life. For each scene, I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand, One belonging to me and one to my Lord. After the last scene of my life flashed before me, I looked back at the footprints in the sand. I noticed that at many times along the path of my life, especially at the very lowest and saddest times, there was only one set of footprints. This really troubled me, so I asked the Lord about it. "Lord, you said once I decided to follow you, You'd walk with me all the way. But I noticed that during the saddest and most troublesome times of my life, there was only one set of footprints. I don't understand why, when I needed You the most, You would leave me." He whispered, "My precious child, I love you and will never...

Pastor Steve Smothermon - Legacy Church - If I Had More I Would Be Happier = Bad Mindset We tend to hate testing and spiritual exercise that will strengthen our faith and make us stronger. If you can’t surrender with whatever you have right now, even if you get more, the situation won't change. Pastor Steven Roberts - Journey Church - Sat It, Do It, Be It When nice thoughts come to you, say them aloud. If there is a time you wish to do something special or unique, you should. When you feel things need to be different, you be the change. Pastor Leanne Matthesius - Awaken Church -How to Raise Children Who Are: Happy, Fun, Interesting, Responsible.. Most parents love their children and want them to be happy, and yet our society has never produced more unhappy and anxious kids. So what are we missing? In this eye-opening message, Ps. Leanne shares some thoughts on what it means to be parents who set their children up for a great life. Eva Vlaardingerbroek - Reject Globalism: Embrace Go...

 I keep hearing Jesus' Parable of the Talents being preached a lot lately. Most Christians are familiar with the story, but what is it's meaning? For those of you who may not be familiar with the parable here it is from Bible Gateway: Matthew 25:14-30 The Parable of the Talents 14 “For it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants[ a ] and entrusted to them his property. 15 To one he gave five talents,[ b ] to another two, to another one, to each according to his ability. Then he went away. 16 He who had received the five talents went at once and traded with them, and he made five talents more. 17 So also he who had the two talents made two talents more. 18 But he who had received the one talent went and dug in the ground and hid his master's money. 19 Now after a long time the master of those servants came and settled accounts with them. 20 And he who had received the five talents came forward, bringing five talents more, saying, ‘Master, you delivered ...