Strengthen Yourself in the Lord
Strengthen Yourself in the Lord At the beginning of 2020, I told our church confidently, “I believe 2020 will be a great year.” However, the events of 2020 seem to indicate the opposite. But what if national awakening is unfolding amid the suffering, frustration, and...
The Heart of Revival is Devotion
The Heart of Revival is Devotion The church I pastor, Passion Church, last January held a conference called Vision 2020. It was a wonderful time of worship, abiding in God’s presence, hearing impactful preaching, and receiving Spirit-led ministry. I started the...
The Battle is the Lord’s
The Battle is the Lord's Did you know, that in Christ, you are super victorious? You may not feel like it and your circumstances may indicate otherwise, but you are a conqueror because Jesus triumphed over the powers of darkness! Truly, the battle belongs to the Lord...
Wellness of Soul
Wellness of Soul Have you noticed an increase in anger and frustration in our nation? The COVID-19 pandemic has unnerved many. Excessive state-mandated lockdowns are being protested. Business closures and layoffs have inflamed others. To be sure, there is reason for...
Citizens of Heaven, Part 2
Citizens of Heaven, Part 2 Last week I began examining what it means to be a Citizen of Heaven. Today I want to continue this teaching and discuss how important understanding our new creation reality is as a follower of Jesus. Understanding our new identity affects...
Citizens of Heaven
Citizens of Heaven Over the next couple of weeks, I want to examine our position as citizens of heaven and how this reality provides authority as believers. Understanding your rights as a citizen of heaven empowers you to live from divine purpose. Heaven aids those...
Our First Priority
Our First Priority Many in our nation are worried. To be sure, there is reason to be concerned. During the last four weeks, 22 million Americans have been furloughed or laid off. Our nation hasn’t seen this type of unemployment since the Great depression of the...
Jesus is Our Peace
Jesus is Our Peace What do you do when the storm persists? You shelter in place. You trust Jesus alone as your Savior, Comforter, and refuge from the storm. You keep your eyes steadfast on Him. When the storms of life persist, you take comfort and refuge in God alone....
God Our Refuge
God Our Refuge When the storms of life rage, there is One Who is a refuge, a shelter. Jesus, the Prince of Peace, promises His comfort and security when life rages. His peace transcends the chaos of the moment; in His everlasting arms we are secure. As we enter Easter...
Faith vs. Fear, Part 2
Faith vs. Fear, Part 2 Throughout the scriptures we are admonished not to fear. “Fear not!” or “Do not be afraid!” whether it’s an angel appearing, the Lord directly, or God through a prophet speaking to His people. When we refuse fear, which is counterfeit to faith,...
