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Food delivery services have changed how we eat, but they've also revealed something about our hearts. When God told Elijah to hide by the Brook Cherith, He commanded ravens—scavenger birds—to bring him food twice daily. Most of us wouldn't eat food delivered by birds. We'd question everything. But God's provision doesn't always meet our needs in ways that match our preferences. Our abundance of choices can cause us to complain about not having exactly what we want, rejecting

Long before Moses received the Law, Abraham encountered Melchizedek and gave a tenth of everything—not from obligation, but from worship. This ancient pattern reveals that generosity flows from a grateful heart that's encountered God's goodness. When we bring our tithe to the storehouse, we're not fulfilling duty; we're expressing devotion. Join us this Sunday at 10 AM as we explore how worship before law transforms our approach to giving, trust, and intimacy with God.

What if spiritual transformation isn't about trying harder but looking longer? In 2 Corinthians 3:18, Paul reveals a revolutionary truth: we're changed by contemplating God's glory, not by striving through effort. Like branches that don't strain to produce fruit but simply stay connected to the vine, transformation happens through consistent exposure to God's presence. The change you're longing for might be waiting in the one place you've overlooked: simply being with God.

The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego isn't just an ancient tale of miraculous rescue—it's a blueprint for when conviction collides with cultural pressure. Their "but if not" faith reveals something profound: trusting God doesn't mean demanding our preferred outcome. It means following Him regardless of the result. The pressure to conform increases when faithfulness becomes visible, but here's the truth: you may not control whether you end up in the fire, but you're ne

Paul faced incredible hardship for his faith—beaten, shipwrecked, and hungry—yet remained unashamed of the gospel. Today's Christians face different pressures: social rejection, awkward silences, judgment from family. While our challenges pale compared to Paul's suffering, we're often more hesitant to stand firm. The gospel's transformative power remains unchanged, challenging us to remember what we represent and find natural opportunities to share our faith boldly.

Daniel's story reveals a profound truth that challenges everything our world tells us about success: small faithfulness success isn't just possible—it's God's preferred method of building something extraordinary in our lives. Daniel's refusal to compromise didn't limit his success—it supercharged it. When we remain faithful in what seems small, God often responds with opportunities that are anything but small.

"For by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned." Jesus calls us to recognize the eternal weight of our words. In a culture where harsh language flows freely, our speech reveals our heart's condition. Every conversation becomes an opportunity to build up or tear down those created in God's image. The Holy Spirit wants to transform our tongues from weapons of destruction into tools of grace, helping us choose words that heal rather than wound.

Discover how prayer transforms lives through simple exposure to God's presence, not through effort or striving. Based on 2 Corinthians 3:18, this devotional explores the revolutionary truth that spiritual transformation happens naturally when we consistently spend time contemplating Jesus with unveiled faces, just like branches connected to a vine.

Discover how true spiritual transformation happens when we stop talking and start listening in prayer. Like tuning a violin to perfect pitch, we don't create change through effort—we align ourselves with God's divine frequency. When we practice stillness before God, anxiety loses its grip, wisdom emerges naturally, and our relationship with Him deepens from transaction to true communion. Learn the sacred discipline that brings peace, perspective, and divine insight to your pr

Prayer transforms from religious duty into intimate friendship with God. Moving beyond mechanical requests, we discover prayer as ongoing conversation between friends who love deeply. Creating space for communion—even five minutes daily—opens our hearts to divine presence throughout ordinary moments, turning everyday experiences into sacred encounters with the One who delights in authentic relationship.

"My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me."  - John 10:27 Recently, my wife and I were at the drive-in theater where...

James 4:8 offers both a command and promise: "Come near to God and he will come near to you." True spiritual intimacy requires wholehearted pursuit, not half-hearted acknowledgment. Prayer becomes the primary gateway where human limitation meets divine possibility. When we draw near to God through authentic prayer, we receive something far more valuable than answers—we receive God Himself, experiencing His transforming presence in daily life.

Yesterday I prayed about my frustration, asking God to change my attitude. A split second later, I was mentally onto the next problem. I realized I was like those people who dominate conversations—I wasn't letting God get a word in. Our minds operate like radios stuck between stations, full of static. True prayer means learning to listen after we speak. Jesus modeled this by withdrawing to quiet places. This week, try sitting in silence for 30 seconds after praying.

When Jesus declared His followers are "the light of the world," He revealed a radical truth about our identity in community. Like candles lighting other candles, Christian light multiplies when shared through authentic kindness, genuine hospitality, and intentional care for neighbors. This isn't about forced evangelism but natural overflow of divine love that creates ripples of hope, pushing back darkness of isolation and despair in our everyday interactions.

I'm pretty sure my animated discussions with thin air could land me a spot on the improv mime team. Yesterday, I caught myself delivering a passionate monologue to my empty living room about a frustrating encounter. Complete with hand gestures and award-worthy delivery to an audience of air. But these performances aren't helping—they're making me more worked up. If I'm already talking, why not redirect that conversation to Someone who can actually help?

Jesus reveals that the harvest isn't a future event—it's happening now. His call to work in the harvest transforms ordinary believers into agents of God's grace. With compassion and Spirit-empowered action, we demonstrate God's kingdom while proclaiming His love. Every act of service participates in His ongoing redemptive work until He returns.

Discover how God's divine invitation extended reaches every person without exception in this powerful exploration of Jesus' wedding feast parable. Learn why good things can become barriers to spiritual growth and how we can become voices of invitation in our world, while experiencing transformation at God's abundant table where everyone is welcome.

5 Day Devotional - Extending the Table By Pastor Brad Riley Extending the Table - Matthew 22 Day 1: The Invitation to God's Table...

They say your smartphone is the hand you don't wash. That device we carry everywhere mirrors something troubling about our spiritual lives: the sin we've grown so accustomed to that we've forgotten it's even there. How comfortable have you become with certain sins? Most of us carry some transgression that has settled into our routine, becoming as familiar and unnoticed as our phone. Thomas à Kempis observed this spiritual blindness centuries ago: sin accumulates in ordinary m

Thomas à Kempis warned that delaying prayer blocks heavenly consolation. Like a desert traveler who drinks immediately upon finding water, we should turn to prayer without hesitation when our souls feel parched. Scripture calls us to seek God while He may be found. When we postpone prayer, we choose spiritual dehydration while living water flows nearby. Prayer should be our first response, not our last resort, positioning us to receive divine comfort and strength.