“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God…”
James 1:5-6 ESV
Wisdom begins when we admit we do not have what we need in ourselves.
Ask God, but ask in faith. Come ready to listen, surrender, and obey the One who gives generously.
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“Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage…”
Psalm 27:14 ESV
Waiting on God is not passive resignation. It is active trust.
The silence of God is not the absence of God. The delay of God is not the denial of God.
Wait for the Lord.
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“Delight yourself in the LORD…”
Psalm 37:4 ESV
God is not a tool for getting the life we already wanted. He is the treasure.
When we delight in Him, He reshapes our desires until we learn to want what is holy, lasting, and pleasing to Him.
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“How are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard?”
Romans 10:14 ESV
People cannot believe a gospel they have never heard.
God saves, but He sends His people with His Word. Speak with humility, love, and courage.
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“The fear of man lays a snare…”
Proverbs 29:25 ESV
Fear keeps us silent when people need the gospel. Trust in the Lord makes us bold, humble, and faithful.
Love people enough to speak truth, pray, serve, and point them to Jesus.
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“For by grace you have been saved through faith…”
Ephesians 2:8–9 ESV
Salvation is not God rewarding the worthy. It is God rescuing the guilty.
We bring no résumé before Him. We come with empty hands, trusting Christ alone.
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“When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth…”
John 16:13 ESV
The Spirit does not lead us away from Scripture. He leads us deeper into the truth God has revealed.
He points us to Christ through the Word of God.
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“God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid.”
Isaiah 12:2 ESV
Faith does not pretend there is nothing to fear. Faith knows God is greater than everything we fear.
He is our strength, our song, and our salvation.
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“All this is from God…”
2 Corinthians 5:18 ESV
Salvation is not man climbing up to God. It is God, through Christ, reconciling sinners to Himself.
The offended God made peace through the blood of His Son. That grace humbles us and sends us.
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“And the LORD will be king over all the earth.”
Zechariah 14:9 ESV
The world is not out of control. God is not reacting. Christ reigns now, and one day His reign will be seen by all.
The question is not whether He will reign, but whether we submit now.
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It’s Friday.
Jesus is praying.
Peter is sleeping.
Judas is betraying.
It’s Friday.
The cross stands.
Darkness falls.
Hope feels buried.
Death looks victorious.
The stone is sealed.
The guards are watching.
But it’s only Friday.
Sunday is coming.
“May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus.” God gives the strength to endure, the comfort to keep going, and the grace to walk in unity. Romans 15:5 ESV
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“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” Fear may come, but it does not get the final word. Faith is not pretending fear is gone. Faith is turning to God when it rises. Let trust be stronger than fear today.
Psalm 56:3 ESV
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“Forget not all his benefits.” Psalm 103 reminds us that worship begins with remembering. God forgives completely and heals faithfully. When we recall His mercy, gratitude grows and faith steadies. Speak truth to your soul today.
Psalm 103:2–3 ESV
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From all of us here at Covenant Community Church, we wish you a Merry Christmas. May your home be filled with the joy of Christ, the peace of His presence, and the hope that was born in Bethlehem.
“Stay awake.” Jesus calls us to live ready, alert, and faithful, because His return is certain even though the timing is unknown. Do not drift into spiritual sleep. Keep your heart focused, your faith active, and your hope strong.
Matthew 24:42 ESV
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“Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears us up.”
God carries what we cannot, strengthens us when we are weak, and lifts us every single day. He is not only our helper, He is our salvation. Whatever today holds, He holds you.
Psalm 68:19 ESV
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“Give, and it will be given to you.” When you live generously, God pours back into your life in ways that overflow. Kindness, mercy, forgiveness, resources... what you release, God multiplies. Live with open hands and trust His abundant provision.
Luke 6:38 ESV
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Even in the valley of the shadow of death, God is near. His presence turns fear into peace and darkness into light. The valley is not forever—you’re walking through it, not stuck in it. Trust the Shepherd who leads, protects, and comforts. (Psalm 23:4 ESV)
—The Bearded Pastor