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
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
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