Posts with the tag “jesus”

Faith at the Cross
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on July 30th, 2026
Faith isn't just believing in God's existence, but trusting in His character and promises even when we can't see the outcome. Are you at a crossroads in your spiritual journey? What decision are you facing that requires faith? Remember, as the sermon pointed out, "no decision is just as bad as going the wrong way." Choose today to step out in faith, trusting that God is who He says He is and will do what He has promised.  Read More
Encountering Jesus
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on July 29th, 2026
He is the Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last, the Living One. Today, spend time meditating on this description of Jesus. How does this majestic vision of Christ impact your view of your current circumstances? How might it change the way you approach Him in prayer?  Read More
God's Word Refreshes
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on July 23rd, 2026
Devotion: Jesus didn’t just come to forgive our sins—He came to give us abundant life. This life is marked by joy, peace, purpose, and deep connection with God. Spiritual renewal unlocks this fullness.   Read More
Spiritual Renewal
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on July 20th, 2026
How has the reality of being "born again" impacted your life? What areas still need the transforming touch of the Holy Spirit?  Read More
Promise of Joy
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on July 1st, 2026
When we choose to keep His commandments and abide in His love, we align ourselves with His purpose, experiencing a joy that transcends circumstances. In His presence, our doubts and fears diminish.  Read More
Speaking to God
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on June 26th, 2026
Scripture: "But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed." - Luke 5:16 Jesus, our greatest example, understood the necessity of retreating to pray. His time of solitude highlights the importance of a personal conversation with God. Jeremiah 33:3 emphasizes God’s call for us to communicate, and Jesus modeled this through His practice of prayer. Today, think about how you prioritize prayer i...  Read More
0
Learning the Language of Faith
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on June 25th, 2026
The act of sharing testimonies, insights, and struggles creates a vibrant tapestry of faith that serves to inspire and challenge us. This language of faith allows us to articulate our experiences with God, fostering an environment conducive to spiritual growth.  Read More
Gathering
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on June 24th, 2026
When we share our stories, struggles, and triumphs, we reinforce the bonds that tie us together as fellow citizens in God’s kingdom. Community isn’t just for our benefit; it serves as a living testament to the love of Christ.   Read More
Sending Out
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on June 22nd, 2026
Who are the people with whom you share your faith? Who did God give you in life to go two by two?  Read More
Gift of Community
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on June 21st, 2026
In the New Testament, the disciples often traveled together, demonstrating the importance of community in spreading the Gospel. Think about how your faith journey has been shaped by those around you.  Read More
Called Together
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on June 20th, 2026
Today it is just as important to be in community as the early disciples were. Their unity and readiness to receive God’s Spirit enabled them to carry out the Great Commission.  Read More

Subscribe

* indicates required

Recent

Archive

 2026
 May
The Implications of Believing in GodThe Denial of God’s WordEmbracing the Truth for PeaceThe Tabernacle and the VeilThe Sacrifice of JesusBold Access to GodLíderes que perduran, parte 3Lideri care rezistă, Partea a 3-aLíderes que Duram, Parte 3वे अगुवे जो टिके रहते हैं, भाग 3القادة الذين يدومون الجزء الثالثLeaders Who Last Part 3Peace in the Midst of TrialsPeace with GodThe Peace of GodLiving in PeaceComfort in Troubled TimesThe Promise of JoyJoy Beyond CircumstancesLeaders Who Last Part 4Líderes que perduran, parte 4Lideri care rezistă, Partea a 4-aLíderes que Duram, Parte 4वे अगुवे जो टिके रहते हैं, भाग 4القادة الذين يدومون الجزء الرابعThe Joy of Access to GodOvercoming Internal StrugglesThe Shepherd Who ComfortsExperiencing the Fullness of JoyBuilding RelationshipsThe Reality of PersecutionObedience through LoveLideri care rezistă, Partea a 5-aLíderes que perduran, parte 5वे अगुवे जो टिके रहते हैं, भाग 5Líderes que Duram, Parte 5القادة الذين يدومون الجزء الخامسLeaders Who Last Part 5The Importance of CommunityLove Your NeighborThe Reality of BelongingCelebration of CommunityExpecting OppositionThe Power of Seed PlantingStanding Firm in FaithLíderes que perduran, parte 6Lideri care rezistă, Partea a 6-aLíderes que Duram, Parte 6वे अगुवे जो टिके रहते हैं, भाग 6القادة الذين يدومون الجزء السادسLeaders Who Last Part 6Choosing Your MasterThe Example of HumilityThe Ultimate SacrificeResponding to God’s Call

Categories

Tags

1 Peter Abide Abiding Acts Ambassadors Anchor Ark of the Covenant Armor of God Balance Belief Biblical Truth Blessing Charles Spurgeon Charles Stanley Christian Living Christmas Christ Chuck Swindoll Clarity Confession Deception Dependence Discernment Discipleship Disciples Distraction Doubt Dr. Dwayne Mercer Empowerment Eternal Life Eternal Perspective Faithfulness of God Focus Foundation Fruitfulness Fulfillment George Barna Gift of God God's House God's Plan God's Presence God's Promises God's Truth God's Will God's Word God's love God's sovereignty God's timing God\'s House God\'s Plan God\'s Presence God\'s Promises God\'s Truth God\'s Will God\'s Word God\'s love God\'s sovereignty God\'s timing God\\\'s Promises God\\\'s Word God God’s Will Good Shepherd Gratitude Guidance Healing Heaven Hebrews High Priest Holy Spirit Holy of Holies Honesty with God Identity in Christ Identity Idolatry Invitation Isaiah Isolation Jeremiah Jesus John Bisagno John Stephen Akhwari John Judges Kingdom of God Legacy Light Loneliness Longing for God Luke Mark Matthew Mind Missionary Moses New Creation New Life Olympics Peter Philippians Praise Presence of God Protection Provision Psalm Redemption Refuge Renewal Renewing the Mind Restoration Revelation Romans Royal Priesthood Sanctification Scripture Seeking Self-Forgiveness Self-Worth Shepherd Sovereignty of God Sovereignty Spiritual Balance Spiritual Gifts Spiritual Growth Spiritual Sight Spiritual Vertigo Stability Steadfastness Stewardship Stillness Storms Struggle The Great Commission Thessalonians Timing Together Transformation Trust in God Victory Weakness Witness Word of God Works Worship accountability adapting adversity anger answered prayers answered prayer anxiety application ascension assurance beauty belonging betrayal boldness calling to ministry calling calm change christian leadership church growth church members church colossians comfort commitment communication community compassion confidence conflict connection control conviction corinthians corporate prayer courage cross culture customers death deity demons depression desire devotion disagreement discipline discouragement distress divinity division divisiveness doubts early church encouragement endurance ephesians eternity evangelism existence exodus failure faithfulness faith fatherhood fear fellowship forgiveness freedom friendship fruitful galatians gifts good works gospel grace growth happiness hardship heart help holiness hope humility incarnation integrity intercession investors journaling joy justice kindness kingdom leadership development leadership lessons leadership leadershp life listening longevity love loving God meaning mercy ministry mission mistakes neighbors new beginnings new year obedience obe obstacles opposition owners parenting passion pastoring pastor patience peace performance persecution perseverance persistence power of the gospel power prayer journal prayer preaching preparation preperation presence pride priorities promises purpose quiet time reassurance rebellion reflection rejection relationships relationship remebering repentance resilience rest resurrection righteousness sabbath sacrifice salvation seasons security selflessness service sin sorrow soul spiritual warfare strength struggles success surrender temptations temptation testimony the flesh the power of grace trials tribulation trust truth uncertainty unity vision waiting walk with God warfare winningedge wisdom women's leadership women work worry