By Jami Ecoff Matthew 6:6 NKJV - “But you, when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is  in the secret place;  and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly.” As we come out of this 21 Day Fast, take time to reflect on what you have learned and how you have grown. What did you hear from the Lord? How have you been changed? What happens next? May you not just go back to life as it was before, but instead have a deep

By Carmen Palmquist 1 Why do the nations rage?Why do the people waste their time with futile plans? 2 The kings of the earth prepare for battle;the rulers plot togetheragainst the Lord and against his anointed one.3 "Let us break their chains," they cry,"and throw off their shackles." 4 But the one who rules in heaven laughs.The Lord scoffs at them.5 Then in anger he speaks to them,terrifying them with his fierce fury.6 "On Zion, my sacred hill,I have installed my King." 7 Th

By Ben Lo “They will turn away from listening to the truth and wander off into myths. 5 As for you, always be sober-minded, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry. 6 For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure is near. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will a

By Jami Ecoff “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” -Philippians 4:6-7 NKJV The season we call being a young adult (18-28ish), looks different for every individual. Whether headed to college, starting a career, trying out multiple jobs or still at home helping out family, th

By Leah Anaya Proverbs 9:10 NKJV says, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” The most important lesson children will ever learn in their precious lives is how to fear and love the Lord. There is a 100% chance that the public schools in our community are not teaching our children to fear or seek to know the Lord. In fact, many times they teach essentially the exact opposite, in substance if not specifically in v

By Pastor Thomas Renfroe Ezra 8:21–23 (ESV) 21  Then I proclaimed a fast there, at the river Ahava, that we might humble ourselves before our God, to seek from him a safe journey for ourselves, our children, and all our goods. 22  For I was ashamed to ask the king for a band of soldiers and horsemen to protect us against the enemy on our way, since we had told the king, “The hand of our God is for good on all who seek him, and the power of his wrath is against all who forsake

By Breanna Storms “After these days, his wife Elizabeth conceived, and lived for five months she kept herself hidden.” - Luke 1:24 ESV “Blessed is she who believed that there would be a fulfillment of what had been spoken to her by the Lord.” - Luke 1:45 ESV “Now the child grew and was becoming strong in spirit, and he lived in the deserts until the day of his public appearance in Israel.” - Luke 1:80 ESV “But Mary treasured all these things, pondering them in her heart.” - L

By Courtney Lo “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.”  -Hebrews 4:12 ESV In Spring 2021, Soccer in the Park held their first season of outreach kick-around for the youth of Clark County. It was a time where parents and children alike were desperate for connection and community. A local family that heard about

By Heidi Hilgendorf You play a pivotal role in advancing the Kingdom of God by praying for our missionaries. As you read through today’s scriptures, take time to pray God’s words back to Him on behalf of these servants and the nations and peoples they are striving to reach with the Gospel.  How did God work through the early Church to advance the gospel?  Acts 1:14 Acts 2:1-4 Acts 2:41-42 Acts 2:47 Acts 12:5-11 Acts 13:2-3 Acts 14:23 Paul was among the primary missionaries se

By Christina Post Romans 10:14–15 (NKJV) (Optional additional reading: Psalm 119:105; Revelation 7:9)“How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: ‘How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, who bring glad tidings of good things!’” As the sun rose over the hills

By Tim Merrill “Is such the fast that I choose, a day for a person to humble himself? Is it to bow down his head like a reed, and to spread sackcloth and ashes under him? Will you call this a fast and a day acceptable to the Lord? Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? Is it not to share your bread with the hungry and bring hte homeless poor into your house; w

By Dave Burgeson Verses to Read: Ephesians 5:21-33  Welcome to one of the most challenging passages in all of Scripture. When it comes to marriage, proper understanding and application of this beautiful passage is super important. As you meditate on this passage, ask the Holy Spirit for guidance in your role. The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to the church in Ephesus while imprisoned in Rome. Ephesus was the most important city in Asia Minor (modern day Turkey). It was heavi

By Heidi Hilgendorf Your prayers matter in advancing the Kingdom of God both here in Clark County & throughout the world.  This may feel like a rather bold and unsubstantiated claim, but it is true nonetheless. We walk by faith in the Word of God, not by our limited sight. ( 2 Corinthians 5:7 ) The authors of scripture describe an evil spiritual realm which has a grip on people, keeping them trapped in darkness. The fact that this realm is largely veiled to us means we often

By Heather Renfroe “These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children…”   Deuteronomy 6:6-7 Parenting can be full of repetition. We repeat instructions, reminders, and sometimes ourselves, what feels like all day long. But while our kids may not remember every word we say, they notice how we live. (Luke 6:45) Our children are learning what it looks like to walk with Jesus by watching us in everyday moments, how we speak when we’r

By Tiffany Seppala Let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream. Amos 5:24 Reformation is making what is crooked, straight.  We desperately need reformation in our nation today. There is so much corruption and darkness being exposed in our government and nation right now. We need God to show up and intervene to save America and change her course!  In a recent interview, Paula White, leader of the National Faith Advisory Board ( NFAB ) share

By Ali Lapierre Bible Passage: Genesis 1-3 There has been an attack on families since the beginning of time. The first assault was in the garden. God created man, then woman. Satan entered the scene, inserted a tiny whispered doubt, telling them that their father doesn’t actually love them. They fall for it, believing the lie, and as a result, they sin.  Fast forward several thousand years…  How many people doubt God? How many children, young and old, doubt their parents' lov

By Rebecca Ferguson Genesis 2:18, Matthew 11:28-30 “The Lord God said “It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him.” (ESV) Womanhood, what a wonderful blessing. Throughout the Bible we can witness several accounts of the blessing of womanhood when properly aligned with God’s vision, like Rebekah demonstrating extraordinary kindness and generosity while watering Abraham’s servant’s camel. In our current Western world, a brief Google search

By Pastor Bill Courtnay 1 Corinthians 12:27 “ Now you are the body of Christ, and members individually. 28 And God has appointed these in the church; first apostles, second prophets, third teachers, after that, miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, administrations, varieties of tongues.”  Briefly mentioned in this list of spiritual gifts is the gift of “helps.” This gift could be defined as anything that helps the work of the church flourish and move forward. I personally

by Dan Friess Colossians 3:2   “Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” Deuteronomy 6:5   “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.” Galatians 5:16-17   “But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. For the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are in opposition to one another, so that you may not do the

By: Pastor Brad Wuori Bible Passage: 1 Corinthians 12 I am so thankful for the day that God saved me over 20 years ago, I was lost and had no real direction for my life. I would pursue hobbies and things of this world that never seemed to satisfy, until I met Jesus and He changed my heart. He gave me purpose and belonging that cannot be found anywhere else!  I remember, shortly after being saved, I read a verse that is probably my favorite (actually) found in Ephesians 4 as P