Posts with the tag “faith”

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Close the Gate
November 22nd, 2024
Trusting God does not mean we neglect common sense or the responsibilities He has given us. Faith is not passive. It is not about sitting back and waiting for God to do everything. Faith is active. It...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Trusting God
November 15th, 2024
It is not about never making mistakes. It is about knowing who God is and believing that He is good, even when life does not make sense. Trust Him. Not blindly, but with eyes wide open to His goodness...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Balancing Earthly and Heavenly Allegiances as Exiles
November 1st, 2024
My fellow sojourners, the paradox we must embrace is that while we may justly love our earthly nation, our supreme devotion and patriotism must be to the coming Kingdom of God. We are Americans, yes, ...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Silencing the Inner Critic
October 25th, 2024
Amid the daily hustle and bustle, our minds never find true rest, as an inner voice provides ceaseless commentary on our lives. It chatters incessantly, often echoing doubts, fears, and insecurities t...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Unspoken Intentions
October 18th, 2024
What fears, insecurities, or pride are holding you back from speaking the full truth? Take courage, for the Spirit empowers you to overcome....  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Subtle Barriers to Church Growth
October 11th, 2024
Sometimes, I think we need to stop saying “God builds the church” as if it absolves us of responsibility. Jesus tells Peter in Matthew 16:18 (ESV), “...on this rock I will build my church, and the gat...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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A Church Out of Breath
October 4th, 2024
Busyness is a peculiar thing. It looks productive. It gives the illusion that something meaningful is happening. Calendars full, meetings back-to-back, outreach events, sermon series, and an active so...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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The Secret to Strength
September 27th, 2024
Our God is faithful. He stands with us in our distress, strengthens us in our weakness, and works through us to accomplish His purposes. Finding our strength in God is our blueprint for navigating the...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Embracing the Unembraceable
September 21st, 2024
So let us fling wide the doors to every bleeding dysfunction and unrent garment. No stigma or mistreatment is too severe to be outdone by the furious love of Christ in us. For this is why we were call...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Down, But Not Out
September 13th, 2024
David’s life echoes the very heart of the Gospel, the calling of the poor in spirit, the forgotten and reviled, to inherit the Kingdom...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Undivided Life
August 30th, 2024
The Key Question: Whom Do You Seek to Please?...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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The War Within
August 23rd, 2024
Decide today to no longer resignedly cope with the lingering sins and idols that subjugate you. Raze them to the ground without reservation or mercy, wielding the inexhaustible power available in Chri...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Spiritual Warfare
August 9th, 2024
“Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called” (1 Timothy 6:12, ESV). The war has been won through Christ’s death and resurrection, but the spiritual battl...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Kingdom Tension
July 26th, 2024
Throughout church history, theological imbalance has led to practical excess. Overemphasizing one biblical tension at the expense of the other inevitably results in distortion....  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Asking Big
July 12th, 2024
“God is looking for people through whom He can do the impossible. What a pity we plan only the things we can do by ourselves.” A. W. Tozer...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Possessing the Promised Land
July 5th, 2024
God’s call to the Israelites to take possession of the Promised Land was not just an invitation to kick back and soak up the milk and honey. It was a charge to step into their divine inheritance throu...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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The Intercessor
June 21st, 2024
Every believer has been granted the supreme privilege of communing with the Creator of the universe through prayer. Yet within the lives of some Christians burns an ember of holy desperation, a smolde...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Persistant Prayer
June 14th, 2024
In life’s darkest battlegrounds when all human effort fails, there remains one supreme weapon that cannot be impeded—the persistent, unwavering prayer of faith....  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Prophecy Pt II - Weigh the Message
May 31st, 2024
We must also carefully consider the motivations behind prophetic claims. John instructs, “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God” (1 John 4:1, ESV)...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Prophecy Pt1 - Unaccountable Prophecy
May 24th, 2024
A troubling event played out decades ago involving a self-proclaimed prophet. This ‘prophet’ held strange theological perspectives, filtering everything through his personal lens. He existed as a lone...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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"We Are Perfect As We Are"
May 3rd, 2024
Though we all stumble, His grace abounds. He who began a good work in you is faithful to complete it. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author, and perfecter of our faith. His strength is made perfec...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Unyielding Pursuit of God
March 29th, 2024
Allow nothing to supersede this sacred quest for communion with Christ. As you continually seek God’s power and presence, the transformational joy of finding Him awaits you. Lift your eyes in hope—the...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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The Surety of God's Promises
March 15th, 2024
Throughout Scripture, God makes many promises to His people. These pledges demonstrate His faithfulness and point to the certain hope believers have in Christ. While human promises may fail, God’s gua...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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The Father: Our Faithful Buttress & Strong Foundation
March 8th, 2024
Psalm 28:7 (ESV) says, “The LORD is my strength and my shield; in Him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song, I give thanks to Him.” The Master Builder secures the scaffol...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Perils of Premature Prominence
March 1st, 2024
Though God has a purpose for each life, His flawless timing clashes with our impatient longing for instant visibility and elevation. Psalm 27:14 (ESV) exhorts, “Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let y...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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The Dangers of Settling
February 9th, 2024
As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to a life of purpose, one focused on building God’s Kingdom by making disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:19-20). However, the temptation often arises to b...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Embracing Kingdom Culture
February 2nd, 2024
As believers, our purpose and positions remain defined by eternal Kingdom principles rather than shifting cultural trends. Such a heavenly perspective provides the courage to uphold truth lovingly ami...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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The Activated Christian
January 26th, 2024
Beloved child of God, the time has come to shed all that holds you back and take your place as an activated ambassador of Christ’s Kingdom. Though you feel weak, His strength is made perfect in you. Y...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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To Know Jesus & Make Him Known
January 19th, 2024
Getting to know Christ and making Him known is an odyssey into abundant life. When we follow it wholeheartedly, we experience the unmatched joy of knowing Jesus fully and showing His reality to others...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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The Path of Focus
January 5th, 2024
Focus forms the thread that weaves divine purpose into each moment of life. Yet amid distractions, upholding attentiveness to God’s priorities demands ongoing realignment....  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Beyond Scraps
December 29th, 2023
When honoring God becomes our singular desire, our talents, our treasures, and our toil poured out in tribute, as His banner of love draws all people to partake of His divine goodness....  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Embracing Hope Amidst Death and Disease
December 15th, 2023
Today, we must acknowledge that it is universally true that in life, we will inevitably confront the harsh realities of death and disease, painful reminders of the brokenness in our fallen world. Yet ...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Understanding God's Discipline
December 8th, 2023
Understanding God’s discipline is crucial for believers, distinguishing loving correction from suffering. His discipline aims to shape us into Christ’s image, using trials as opportunities for growth....  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Understanding Suffering
December 1st, 2023
Have you ever questioned whether the difficulties you face are a result of God’s punishment for your sins or disobedience?...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Navigating the Storm of Indignation
November 24th, 2023
The human heart is like a winding labyrinth, intricately weaving together our desires and frustrations. In its depths, the search for meaning often clashes with bitter disappointment. ...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Obedience: Beyond Hearing God's Voice
November 17th, 2023
He is the God of the great and the small, even down to the smallest of details. Scripture confirms that we are of much greater value than birds! Therefore, God will provide what we need each day if we...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Unity in Diversity
November 10th, 2023
Today’s cultural narrative of tolerance often reduces people to members of groups, ignoring their individual identities. In this view, someone’s character, tolerance, bias, or beliefs come solely from...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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The Illusion of Self Creation
November 3rd, 2023
The idea that humans can create themselves ignores the Biblical view of human nature. The Bible teaches that God deliberately made humans in His image and likeness (Genesis 1:26-27). This implies huma...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Created in the Image of God
October 27th, 2023
Scripture reveals our core identity is found in bearing the imago Dei – the image of God. “So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.” Ge...  Read More
by Valeta Baty
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Shift in Blasphemy
October 20th, 2023
Blasphemy has long provoked passionate disputes by attacking sensitive issues. Across history, religious beliefs and figures have been frequent targets of such blasphemous mockery and vulgarity direct...  Read More
by Valeta Baty