Ezra 2:1-5Now these are the people of the province who came up out of the captivity of the exiles whom Nebuchadnezzar the king of Babylon had carried away to Babylon, and returned to Jerusalem and Judah, each to his city.  These came with Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Seraiah, Reelaiah, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispar, Bigvai, Rehum and Baanah.  The number of the men of the people of Israel: the sons of...  Read More

Self-TalkThe loudest voice we hear is our own voice. The voice inside of us…our self-talk. So quiet, but so powerful. Self-talk is a real deal. Self-talk is something we do naturally throughout our waking hours. It is a form of neuro-linguistic programming. Because of its repetitive nature, it has the potential to mold and sculpt our consciousness.Our enemy is a destroyer. He likes to bring lies i...  Read More

Choosing to Speak LifeWhat we say matters. Words are singularly the most powerful force available to humanity. We can choose to use this power constructively, building up others, or destructively tearing them down. It only takes a few words to hurt someone.  And those wounds may heal but they leave scars that never disappear. Our words have enormous power with the ability to help or to harm, to he...  Read More

Think About What You Think AboutThere is life-giving power in our thoughts. Our thoughts matter. Proverbs 23:7 (KJV) states, “For as a man thinketh in his heart, so is he.” Our thoughts matter as out of the abundance of our thoughts flow our words. The thoughts and inclinations of our heart shape the reality of who we are. They shape our thinking which will ultimately shape our words and therefore...  Read More

The Power of the TongueLife and death are harnessed in the power of our tongue! Do we believe this? Even though the tongue is a small thing, it can make grand speeches. A tiny spark, also a small thing, can set a great forest on fire. The rudder of a ship is another small thing that can direct the course of a large vessel. Among all the parts of our body, the tongue is the most powerful and can se...  Read More

Ezra 1:1-11Now in the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, in order to fulfill the word of the Lord by the mouth of Jeremiah, the Lord stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia, so that he sent a proclamation throughout all his kingdom, and also put it in writing, saying: "Thus says Cyrus king of Persia, 'The Lord, the God of heaven, has given me all the kingdoms of the earth and He has appoint...  Read More

The Privilege of Co-LaboringFasting is a spiritual discipline that holds immense significance in the life of a Christian. As you continue through this fast, you are discovering that beyond its physical benefits, fasting creates an opportunity for believers to deepen their relationship with God, seek His guidance, and experience spiritual growth. Today, 1 Corinthians 3 shares the connection between...  Read More

The Power of CommunityWe are living in an unprecedented time in history. Because of technology, within seconds, we can be on a video call and see the face of a friend or loved one, even though they may be halfway around the world. We have the ability to know what is going on in the lives of friends and family we have not personally seen in years through social media, and there are countless other ...  Read More

Part of the FamilyIngrained in each person is a deep desire for our lives to have significance. We all want our time on earth to count for something, to know that we made a difference with the time we were given. We all want to be a part of something bigger than ourselves.This desire is universal, and it supersedes cultures and time. The annals of history are filled with stories of people who foug...  Read More

The Miracle of MultiplicationDo you still remember your multiplication tables from grade school? Your third-grade teacher sure hopes you do! Whether you remember up to 12x12 or not, the greatest benefit of the multiplication system is that it allows you to solve your problem faster than you could through simple addition. There is a captivating story in Matthew 14 where Jesus performs a miracle of ...  Read More

Unity Brings StrengthOne of the incredible things about fasting is the unifying and powerful effect it can have on a gathering of believers. When a group of people seek the Lord with the right heart, incredible things will happen!In Romans 12:3, the Apostle Paul gives us some valuable insights about the heart we are to have as we live in community with one another. This passage encourages us to ha...  Read More

Psalm 137By the rivers of Babylon, There we sat down and wept, When we remembered Zion.Upon the willows in the midst of it, We hung our harps.For there our captors demanded of us songs, And our tormentors mirth, saying, "Sing us one of the songs of Zion."How can we sing the Lord's song, In a foreign land?If I forget you, O Jerusalem, May my right hand forget her skill.May my tongue cling to the r...  Read More