Freedom is a remarkable thing. Through the centuries, many have gone before us and given their lives for it. However, there is One that stands above all others. Jesus gave His life for us so we could be truly free for all eternity, starting right n…
There is trouble to be had in this world, but take heart, Jesus has overcome the world. If you are in Christ and Christ is in you, then you have overcome the world too. Rest in the truth today. - Pastor Jimmy
God doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called. Grace wins. Don’t think for a second that God cannot use you because of your missteps and mistakes. He qualifies those whom He calls, and God will take your mess and turn it into a mas…
God is for you not against you. He's always been for you, even before you knew it. - Pastor Jimmy
It’s interesting how Jesus has been portrayed in art and print. He looks more like the suffering servant than the One who was anointed with the oil of joy more than anyone else. Jesus and joy are synonymous. Joy is the second fruit of the Spi…
The way you start your day sets the tone for the rest of the day. Try starting with, “Good Morning Holy Spirit,” then spend time in prayer, scripture, worship, and conversation with your Heavenly Father. He wants to hear from you. Try u…
It is not unusual to face situations which require wisdom that is way beyond us. We need help. We need counsel. We need answers. As one who has been born-again and filled with the Spirit, you have the mind of Christ. Those who are maturing know the…
On Saturday, I had the honor and privilege of officiating my youngest daughter's wedding. It was a beautiful day of celebration, fellowship, and joy. Blessings and much love to Brandon Hutton and Faith Hutton. We could not be more blessed …
“Good Morning Holy Spirit” is a great way to start your day. May we step into this week overflowing with confident hope and grace by the Holy Spirit. Go out with your leaky buckets overflowing with His presence and make some beautiful m…
Do you ever feel like you botched a moment and garnered God’s wrath and disdain? Here’s the truth, he never loved you less in that "Fully Human" moment than he did on your best day. Abraham and Sarah had to wait 25 years for God’s…
God did not make a mistake when He created you. You are fearfully and wonderfully made on purpose and with purpose. He has an amazing plan for your life. - Pastor Jimmy
I have noticed a pattern through my life. The best dogs we had through the years were the rescues. It’s like they lived with a sense of gratitude that they had found a good home. The rescued and restored tend to exude the greatest expressions…
Sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is not quit. You want to. Others may encourage you to do it. However, His voice is whispering in your ear, “If you quit, you will take this test again.” Yes, you’re tired. Yes, you want reli…
You need to hear this today. God is faithful to keep His word. You have wondered why He isn’t coming through for you and why you are not experiencing a breakthrough. His timing is perfect. This is where you have to trust God’s timing, G…
There are game changing statements that have been made throughout the course of history. For example, “I have a dream,” or, “Those who deny freedom to others, do not deserve it for themselves.” Culture shaping. Jesus spoke t…
It’s the beginning of a new week. You can approach it a couple of ways; you can engage and step into it confident of Jesus’ leadership and lordship, or you can resist it, giving in to boredom and resignation. The subject of this verse i…
There is beauty in everyone. It may be masked or hidden by pain, anger, addiction, illness, dysfunction. However, the beauty is still there. Every person has been created in the “Imago Dei,” the image of God. The beauty is there, the qu…
Annette, Chevy, and I are looking forward to recording our next podcast on Sunday!
It seems like every voice is screaming for your attention. From advertisers, news feeds, phones, scams, social media, politics, GoFundMe’s, to media of all kinds. It's overkill.Annette and I were watching The Jesus Revolution, again, and I cau…
You know people who are at every place on the spectrum of life. Some are in the darkest places where pain and grief are familiar friends. Others are living their best life on the mountain top. The Bible invites you to enter in to the emotional head…
Somedays, I just need it simple, clear, and direct. Paul never falls short when it comes to directives. As we engage this day, let us be joyful, patient, and faithful. May your leaky buckets overflow and spill out the person, presence, and fruit of …
Recently, Annette and I were in Dallas. She was attending a pastor’s wives retreat, I was meeting up with a pastor friend of mine from Gateway Church for dinner. Eddie found out that another pastor was in town and dining alone. Eddie’s …
Like moths to a flame, we are drawn toward the “behavior and customs of this world.” However, as a follower of Jesus, there comes a defining moment when you decide, “My allegiance is to a higher King and a greater Kingdom.” …
Step into your week knowing God is for you and He is standing with you. He is not waiting for you step out of line, make a mistake, or trip up. He loves you, beautiful mess and all. He has determined to stand with you. Let the tru…
