Devotionals
When Truth Offends
At this point many of his disciples turned away and deserted him. (John 6:66 NLT) Truth divides. It confronts. It shows no favoritism. Truth is content to stand entirely alone – a pillar of strength. Jesus spoke the truth – He is, in fact, “the way, the TRUTH, and the life.” But on this occasion, when He spoke of humanity’s need to “eat of His flesh, and drink of His blood,” the resistance was palpable. Not just a few, but many people left Jesus that day never to return. Jesus did ministry… Read More
Jesus is “The Point”
But because Jesus lives forever, his priesthood lasts forever. Therefore he is able, once and forever, to save those who come to God through him. He lives forever to intercede with God on their behalf. (Hebrews 7:24, 25 NLT) The Old Testament describes in great detail the role of the high priest. Every detail given by God regarding the sacrifices, the celebrations, the sanctuary and/or tabernacle, the responsibilities and the blessings, were once thought to be “the point” God was trying to communicate to his people. Actually, each of those details was… Read More
A Season of Significance | a prophetic word
God’s Word has much to say about the Holy Spirit’s gift of prophecy. It is a precious privilege to hear and deliver a message from God, one that carries a weight of responsibility. On Wednesday, December 5, 2012, I sensed the prompting of the Holy Spirit to deliver this prophetic word in our mid-week service at New Hope Worship Center, but I am convinced that it applies to a broader section of the Body of Christ. As you read the prophetic message, I pray that the Holy Spirit will confirm and apply… Read More
Where I Found the Meaning of Life
I pondered the direction of my life, and I turned to follow your laws. (Psalms 119:59 NLT) Inevitably life’s ebb and flow brings us to moments of pause and reflection, when we search for the meaning, purpose, and direction of our lives. The birth of a baby, the death of a friend, the loss of a career, the milestone birthday, are all events that snatch us from the day-to-day grind, into a pursuit to identify why we even exist. David had his share of these defining moments; like the day he was… Read More
Motivation is the Fuel of Life
After all, what gives us hope and joy, and what will be our proud reward and crown as we stand before our Lord Jesus when he returns? It is you! (1 Thessalonians 2:19 NLT) Motivation is the fuel of life. In everything we do we must find purpose. Life without purpose is meaningless. In his letter to believers in Thessalonica Paul referred to some of the things he endured. As a Christian, Paul often suffered physical, emotional, and spiritual persecution for his faith. As a missionary, Paul longed for deeper relationships, and… Read More
Pastor Dale Jenkins 