Devotionals
Living with Divine Assignment
who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began, (2 Timothy 1:9 ESV) There is more to life than just getting saved. Salvation is a gateway, an entry point to a life of purpose. God has placed in you a high calling – a divine assignment that will bring you personal fulfillment and bless others. Too many people live without a sense of direction and purpose. They… Read More
Will You Pray With Me?
I appeal to you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to strive together with me in your prayers to God on my behalf, (Romans 15:30 ESV) The “prayer of agreement” unleashes tremendous power. Although Paul was one of the greatest men of faith in all of church history, he depended on his brothers and sisters to pray for him and with him. There are no “lone rangers” in the kingdom of God. In fact, even Jesus asked his disciples to come with him to the… Read More
The Return of Jesus, Although Unpredictable, is Certain!
For as the lightning comes from the east and shines as far as the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. (Matthew 24:27 ESV) Suddenly. Growing up in Tampa, Florida I came to know the power and beauty of lightning. Storms were a normal part of life there. During certain times of the year it was not unusual to have a daily thunderstorm roll through, complete with thunder and lightning. Generally, storms could be anticipated. Dark clouds would begin to accumulate, the wind would pick up, and the… Read More
What do you do when following God leads you straight to the devil?
Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. (Matthew 4:1 ESV) What do you do when following God leads you straight to the devil? Having just been baptized in the Jordan River, Jesus was empowered by the Holy Spirit to restore God’s kingdom rule on earth “just as it is in heaven.” But the first place the Spirit of God led Jesus was to the wilderness to confront the devil himself. Not quite the utopian “Eden” so often proclaimed today – “Give your… Read More
When Truth Contradicts Belief
But when [God]… was pleased to reveal his Son to me, in order that I might preach him among the Gentiles, I did not immediately consult with anyone; nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me, but I went away into Arabia, and returned again to Damascus. Then after three years I went up to Jerusalem to visit Cephas and remained with him fifteen days. (Galatians 1:15-18 ESV) Then after fourteen years I went up again to Jerusalem with Barnabas, taking Titus along with me. (Galatians… Read More
Pastor Dale Jenkins 