“Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for He has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.’” - Hebrews 13:5  As we continue to look at what it means to “be real,” I want to ask you another important question: are you content with your life? We have talked a lot over the last couple of days about “editing.” Many people now buy apps that allow them to “edit...  Read More

“Better is a poor person who walks in his integrity than one who is crooked in speech and is a fool.” - Proverbs 19:1  Are you real? This might not be a question you think about very often. In fact, it might not be something you have ever really thought of. But it’s a good question to ask yourself from time to time.  Yesterday, we referenced the hot new app taking young kids by storm called “BeRea...  Read More

“The Lord detests lying lips, but He delights in those who tell the truth.” - Proverbs 12:22  There is a new social media app making waves right now. What is interesting about it is that its strategy is completely different from most social media apps. The app is called “BeReal.” And it is designed to counter these apps using heavy editing features. The idea of the app is that at a random point in...  Read More

“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” - Isaiah 41:10  When God makes His purpose clear in your life, what keeps you from saying “YES God, I’m ready and I will go now.” What is it that holds you back? Over the last three days, we have looked at the fears that keep us from i...  Read More

“And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose for them.” - Romans 8:28  Has God given you clarity in your life? Has He made it clear what you need to be doing and what path you should be pursuing? You might say, “Yes Pastor, God has made it clear but...” And that is where the fear comes in.  We can get so creativ...  Read More

“Yes, each of us will give a personal account to God. So let’s stop condemning each other. Decide instead to live in such a way that you will not cause another believer to stumble and fall.” - Romans 14:12-13  As we continue to look at reasons we might be delayed in obeying God’s calling, I want to shift your focus to perhaps the number one reason people don’t do what they set out to do. And that ...  Read More