Being Content
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on October 21st, 2024
"Enjoy what you have rather than desiring what you don’t have. Just dreaming about nice things is meaningless—like chasing the wind." Ecclesiastes 6:9 NLT In a world that constantly pushes us to pursue more—more success, more possessions, more experiences—it’s easy to get caught in a cycle of dissatisfaction.Ecclesiastes 6:9 reminds us that true contentment lies not in accumulating things but in ... Read More
When You Are Persecuted
by Krystal James on August 26th, 2024
"God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers. Be happy about it! Be very glad, for a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets were persecuted in the same way. " Matthew 5:10-12 ... Read More
To Be a Peacemaker
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on August 20th, 2024
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God." Matthew 5:9 NKJV To be a peacemaker is not merely to avoid conflict but to actively work towards reconciliation and harmony. It’s about mending broken relationships, addressing conflicts with compassion, and striving to live in unity with others.Being a peacemaker reflects God's nature and character. Becoming a PeaceMaker involv... Read More
Pure in Heart
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on August 12th, 2024
“Blessed are the pure in heart, For they shall see God.” Matthew 5:8 NKJV n Matthew 5:8, Jesus highlights the profound blessing that comes with purity of heart. To be “pure in heart” implies a deep, sincere devotion and alignment of our inner selves with God's will. It is about cultivating a heart that is honest, open, and transparent before God.Purity of heart affects how we see and interact wit... Read More
Showing Mercy
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on August 5th, 2024
"Blessed are the merciful, For they shall obtain mercy." Matthew 5:7 NKJV In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches about the heart of those who belong to His Kingdom. Matthew 5:7 stands out among the beatitudes as a profound reminder of the importance of mercy in our lives. The word "merciful" implies more than just feeling sorry for someone; it involves actively reducing, relieving, or removing... Read More
Hunger and Thirst
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on July 31st, 2024
"Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled."Matthew 5:6 NKJV In Matthew 5:6, Jesus speaks to the deep desire of the human heart. Jesus highlights the intense spiritual yearning for righteousness—a passionate desire to live according to God's will.Hunger and thirst are basic physical needs, but Jesus uses these to illustrate a profound spiritual desire. Ju... Read More
Strength Under Control
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on July 22nd, 2024
"Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth." Let's explore this verse and its practical application in our daily lives: " Matthew 5:5 NKJV In Matthew 5:5, Jesus teaches us about the blessing of meekness. This beatitude challenges our cultural norms that often exalt assertiveness and domination. Jesus presents a different perspective, a divine perspective, where humility and gentleness... Read More
The Promise of Comfort
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on July 15th, 2024
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. " Matthew 5:5 ESV In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus begins with a profound statement that challenges our natural inclinations and societal norms. He declares, "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." How can mourning lead to blessing? How can sorrow bring comfort?Jesus addresses a more profound truth beyond mere sorrow o... Read More
Mindset of Humility
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on July 8th, 2024
"And seeing the multitudes, He went up on a mountain, and when He was seated, His disciples came to Him. Then He opened His mouth and taught them, saying: 'Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. " Matthew 5:1-3 NKJV In the opening of His famous Sermon on the Mount, Jesus begins with a profound declaration of blessing that challenges our natural understanding of happi... Read More
Journey of Faith Pt. 5
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on May 7th, 2024
"You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.” - 2nd Corinthians 9:7God is more concerned with your heart than with your money. He is far more interested in your attitude than in the amount. The amount you give doesn’t matter to God; he’s interested in your attitude behind your amount.The... Read More
El Shaddai: The Lord God Almighty
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on March 11th, 2024
"When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord appeared to him and said, “I am El-Shaddai—‘God Almighty.’ Serve me faithfully and live a blameless life." - Genesis 17:1 NLTEl Shaddai means God Almighty. It is also translated as the Almighty God or the All-Sufficient One. The root word is shad, which means “breast.” Its focus is on nourishment with the analogy of a mother nursing a baby.Researc... Read More
Jehovah Rapha: The Healing Name of God
by Dwight James Jr. on March 4th, 2024
"He said, “If you listen carefully to the Lord your God and do what is right in his eyes if you pay attention to his commands and keep all his decrees, I will not bring on you any of the diseases I brought on the Egyptians, for I am the Lord, who heals you.” - Exodus 15:26It is the plan and purpose of God that you be healed. God wants you well, He wants you healed, and He wants you whole in every ... Read More
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