Philippians 4:4-7 NIV"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."The se...  Read More

James 1:2-4 NIV"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."As we explore the principals of sowing and reaping, it's important to consider the tough terrain of life's trials and tribulations. Jus...  Read More

Psalm 1:1-3 NIV"Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers."Just as a garde...  Read More

Proverbs 12:22 NIV"The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy."As we explore the biblical principle of sowing and reaping this week, we turn our focus towards personal integrity and honesty. These are the seeds that, when sown diligently, cultivate an environment of trust and respect both in our personal and professional lives.Integrity involves more than just truth...  Read More

1 Corinthians 13:4-7 NIV"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."In our journey through the biblical principle of sowin...  Read More

Proverbs 11:24-25 NIV"One person gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty. A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed."The principles of sowing and reaping apply to all areas of our lives, even the area of financial stewardship. Our hearts towards money can influence our spiritual and material harvests. The wisdom of Proverbs...  Read More

Galatians 6:7-8 NIV"Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life."Galatians 6, teaches us that every action is like a seed planted in the soil of our lives, destined to grow and return a harvest in kind. Intentional sowing in our...  Read More

Hebrews 6:12 NKJV"...do not become sluggish, but imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promises."Patience is an essential companion to faith, particularly when we are waiting for God's promises to unfold in our lives. In our fast-paced world, where results are expected instantly, the biblical call to cultivate patience can seem out of step with the times. However, just as a tree...  Read More

1 Corinthians 1:27-29 NIV"But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. 28 So that no one may boast before him."In God’s kingdom, the paradoxical becomes the norm. The mustard seed’s growth into a formidable tree is a metaphor that God often uses the seemingly insignificant to achieve His great purposes. This challenges...  Read More

James 2:17 NIV"In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead."The power of faith extends far beyond our personal lives—it influences communities and even the global stage. Our recent contributions as a church to missions and outreach have demonstrated how small acts of faith can yield immense returns. From providing shelter to supporting missionaries, these acts are...  Read More

Colossians 2:6-7 ESV"Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving."Faith, like any living thing, requires nourishment and care to grow. It isn’t something that can be left on its own, hoping it will thrive. We must be intentional in cultivating it, providing the right co...  Read More

Matthew 17:20 NKJV"...if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you..."The imagery of moving mountains with something as small as a mustard seed is both profound and empowering. This scripture invites us to rethink our perceptions of strength and capability. In our daily lives, we often face c...  Read More

Zechariah 4:10 NLT"Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin…"In our culture, especially in Texas, there's a tendency to celebrate only the biggest and most visible successes. But the Bible tells us that God finds joy even in the smallest of beginnings. This reassurance from Zechariah is a powerful counter to our usual metrics of success and achievement. It...  Read More

Matthew 13:31-32 NKJV"Another parable He put forth to them, saying: 'The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and sowed in his field, 32 which indeed is the least of all the seeds; but when it is grown it is greater than the herbs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and nest in its branches.'"In Texas, we embrace grandiosity, as seen in our massive tourist-a...  Read More

Matthew 13:23 (NKJV)23 But he who received seed on the good ground is he who hears the word and understands it, who indeed bears fruit and produces: some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty.”Understanding and application are key components of spiritual growth, as illustrated in Matthew 13:23. Those who hear God's Word, understand it, and apply it to their lives bear abundant fruit, demonstratin...  Read More

Isaiah 40:31 (NKJV)31 But those who wait on the Lord Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint.In our fast-paced world, we often equate activity with fruitfulness, but Isaiah 40:31 reminds us of the importance of waiting on the Lord. Those who wait on Him renew their strength and find endurance, allowing G...  Read More

Matthew 13:13-15 (NLT)13 That is why I use these parables, For they look, but they don’t really see. They hear, but they don’t really listen or understand.14 This fulfills the prophecy of Isaiah that says, ‘When you hear what I say, you will not understand. When you see what I do, you will not comprehend. 15 For the hearts of these people are hardened, and their ears cannot hear, and they have clo...  Read More

James 1:2-4 (NIV)2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters,[a] whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.Trials and offenses are inevitable in our journey of faith, but how we respond to them determines our spiritual growth. Wh...  Read More

Matthew 13:13-15 NLT13 That is why I use these parables, For they look, but they don’t really see. They hear, but they don’t really listen or understand.14 This fulfills the prophecy of Isaiah that says, ‘When you hear what I say, you will not understand. When you see what I do, you will not comprehend. 15 For the hearts of these people are hardened, and their ears cannot hear, and they have close...  Read More

Matthew 13:18-23 (NKJV)18 “Therefore hear the parable of the sower: 19 When anyone hears the word of the kingdom, and does not understand it, then the wicked one comes and snatches away what was sown in his heart. This is he who received seed by the wayside. 20 But he who received the seed on stony places, this is he who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy; 21 yet he has no root in...  Read More

Matthew 13:1-9 (NKJV)On the same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the sea. 2 And great multitudes were gathered together to Him, so that He got into a boat and sat; and the whole multitude stood on the shore. 3 Then He spoke many things to them in parables, saying: “Behold, a sower went out to sow. 4 And as he sowed, some seed fell by the wayside; and the birds came and devoured them. 5 ...  Read More

Mark 16:15"And he said to them, 'Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.'"The resurrection of Jesus Christ is not a private event but a message to be proclaimed to the ends of the earth. In Mark 16:15, Jesus commissions His disciples to go and proclaim the gospel to all creation, inviting people of every nation, tribe, and tongue into relationship with Him. This comman...  Read More

1 Corinthians 15:57"But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ."Victory is assured to all who belong to Christ. In 1 Corinthians 15:57, we are reminded that God gives us the victory through Jesus Christ our Lord. This victory extends beyond the grave, encompassing every aspect of our lives and empowering us to overcome every obstacle and challenge we face.As belie...  Read More

John 11:25-26"Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?'"The resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just a historical event; it is the cornerstone of our faith and the source of our hope. In John 11:25-26, Jesus declares Himself as the resurrection an...  Read More