Posts with the tag “direction”
Obedience Comes First
by Ed Newton on July 24th, 2025
"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." – Psalm 119:105If you're waiting to obey God until everything makes sense, you'll be waiting forever. Obedience has never been about having it all figured out. It’s about trusting the One who already does.God doesn’t call you to follow Him once the plan is laid out in detail. He calls you to follow Him step by step. That’s what faith is. It’... Read More
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Stagnation: The Consequence of Sin
by Ed Newton on November 24th, 2023
"Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path." - Psalm 119:105 Sin, with its subtle allure and immediate gratifications, can lead us down a treacherous path—one that often culminates in spiritual stagnation. As we distance ourselves from God through disobedience, we may find our growth and transformation coming to a halt. The guidance and direction He offers become inaccessible, leaving ... Read More
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Which Voice?
by Ed Newton on November 22nd, 2022
“My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” - John 10:27There is a great quote from the movie entitled, “A Beautiful Mind.” John Nash, a great mathematician and Nobel Peace Prize winner, made a statement as he was addressing the unfortunate elements of discrimination towards those that face mental disorders or even wrestle with mental health. He said, “I am not so different fr... Read More
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