The Power of Forgiveness
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on March 10th, 2025
Luke 23:34 NLT"Jesus said, 'Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing.' And the soldiers gambled for his clothes by throwing dice." At one of the most painful moments of His life, as He hung on the cross, Jesus demonstrated the ultimate act of forgiveness. He didn’t wait for an apology. He didn’t demand justice. Instead, He interceded for those who were crucifying Him, showing... Read More
Jesus is our Redeemer
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on March 3rd, 2025
Ruth 4:14 NLT"Then the women of the town said to Naomi, ‘Praise the Lord, who has now provided a redeemer for your family! May this child be famous in Israel.’ Naomi’s story is one of sorrow turned to joy. She arrived in Bethlehem grieving the loss of her husband and sons, feeling empty and abandoned. But through God’s divine plan, He provided Boaz as a redeemer marrying Ruth and restoring Naomi’... Read More
Living with Integrity
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on February 24th, 2025
Ruth 3:11 NLT"Now don’t worry about a thing, my daughter. I will do what is necessary, for everyone in town knows you are a virtuous woman." Ruth 3 shows a beautiful picture of trust, obedience, and God’s providence. Ruth faithfully followed Naomi’s guidance and approached Boaz humbly, seeking redemption. In response, Boaz reassured her, not just because of tradition but her reputation. She was a ... Read More
Staying Faithful to God
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on February 17th, 2025
Ruth 2:12 NLT“May the Lord, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge, reward you fully for what you have done.” Ruth had every reason to give up. She was a foreigner in an unfamiliar land, a widow with no security, and a woman in a culture that offered little opportunity for survival. Yet, despite all these challenges, she chose to remain faithful to Naomi, her newfound h... Read More
Loyal Love
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on February 3rd, 2025
Ruth 1:16 NLT"But Ruth replied, ‘Don’t ask me to leave you and turn back. Wherever you go, I will go; wherever you live, I will live. Your people will be my people, and your God will be my God.’" Ruth’s declaration to Naomi shows deep commitment, loyalty, and faith. Despite facing uncertainty, Ruth chose to stay with Naomi, leaving behind her homeland and former way of life to follow God’s path. ... Read More
Hearing God's Voice
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on January 27th, 2025
John 10:27 NIV “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” In this verse, Jesus reminds us of His intimate relationship with His followers. As His sheep, we are called to listen to His voice, trust His knowledge of us, and follow His lead. But in the noise of daily life, how often do we genuinely pause to hear Him?Listening to Jesus requires intentionality. It means creating sp... Read More
Rooted in Righteousness
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on January 20th, 2025
"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."Psalm 1:1-3 NIV As we reflect... Read More
Worry Less
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on January 13th, 2025
“That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn’t life more than food, and your body more than clothing? Look at the birds. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for your heavenly Father feeds them. And aren’t you far more valuable to him than they are? Can all your worries add a single moment to your lif... Read More
How to Study the Bible
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on January 6th, 2025
Hebrews 4:12 NLT For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires." "For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thought... Read More
Transformation
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on December 30th, 2024
Romans 12:2 NLT "Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God's will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect." As we enter a new year, we often face resolutions, new goals, and desires for change. The beginning of a new year offers a fresh opportunity to reflect and reset, but ... Read More
Financial Management
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on November 4th, 2024
"Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the best part of everything you produce. Then he will fill your barns with grain, and your vats will overflow with good wine.”Proverbs 3:9-10 NLT These verses remind us to honor God with our time, talents, and financial resources. The call to give the "best part" suggests a principle of prioritization—giving to God first rather than as an afterthought. Hon... Read More
Sowing and Reaping
by Pastor Dwight James Jr. on October 28th, 2024
"Don't be misled—you cannot mock the justice of God. You will always harvest what you plant."Galatians 6:7 NLTThis scripture illustrates a fundamental truth: our actions have consequences. Just as a farmer reaps the fruit of the seeds he sows, we, too, will experience the outcomes of our choices—good or bad. This scripture should remind us to be intentional about what kind of seeds we are cultivat... Read More
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