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10/15/2026

10/15/2026

Day 288

“The spirit often throws him into the fire or into water, trying to kill him. Have mercy on us and help us, if You can.” ~ Mark 9:22

The context of this verse is important. While Jesus, Peter, James, and John are on the mountain witnessing the transfiguration of Jesus, the rest of the disciples are trying to deal with this gentleman and his son.

As Jesus comes down from the mountain, the man runs to him and cries out, “Help us, if You can.” There are several things going on in my heart right now, but the one that I feel impressed to share is that we must understand that we represent Jesus in all we do AND set the stage for others who are coming to Him.

“Help us” was not the issue. So why the “if You can.” Because while Jesus was on the mountain, the remaining disciples “tried” to cast the demon out but couldn’t. Jesus later tells them that prayer was the key (and in other translations, “prayer and fasting”).

The disciples doubted and were unable to deliver the child even though they could have and should have. Now, because of their doubt, doubt has entered into the man so that when he meets Jesus, he adds a disclaimer, “if You can.” Jesus’ response tells him and us, it’s not a question of “if He can,” only a question of what we believe!

As followers of Christ, it is our responsibility to encourage, lift up, exhort, and build up faith in others. Never to diminish, water down, quench, or hinder. The disciples’ lack of faith caused the man to lose faith in Jesus, doubting if He was not only capable, but even willing!

Never hesitate to build up another’s faith. God doesn’t need your explanations to describe the supernatural. He doesn’t need you to defend Him or run interference for Him! Let God be God and trust Him when He said “Anything is possible if a person believes!” The Prayer doesn’t give the power, it removes the doubt!

“Father, like this man, I cry out to You. Help me overcome my unbelief! There is nothing impossible with You! Grant me the faith to pray for the impossible! In Jesus’ Name! Amen!!”

10/14/2026

Day 287

“Don’t you see how wonderfully kind, tolerant, and patient God is with you? Can’t you see that His kindness is intended to turn you from your sin?”
~ Romans 2:4

The first few words of this verse are what we would call “triggers” today! Using buzzwords like “tolerant” is majestic to some and evil to others! Both have missed the simple definition of the word and twisted it to fit their own agenda.

Some generalize and weaken it by saying tolerance is acceptance, period. The other side says it’s their way or the highway and no place for discussion!

But the simple definition of the word is the “allowable deviation from a standard.” Here in this verse we see that tolerance or, the allowance of a deviation, is done by God for one reason…ultimately, to bring us to repentance of it!

God is love! But He is also Holy and cannot tolerate sin! A clear picture of sin is given THROUGHOUT scripture! Through the blood of Jesus, God forgives us and breaks the chains of sin’s power so we can be free. But that salvation and freedom is not there to “overlook” or “accept” sin, rather it is there to demonstrate His love and His devotion to leading us from it and into all righteousness!

Sin is sin…period. God has made a way and will do everything He can to get you to the place of surrender and acceptance of the gift through Jesus. However, He has made a way to change us, to straighten us, to enable us to love Him and our neighbors in righteousness, not to simply continue in our sins.

God doesn’t expect us to change overnight…but He does expect us to change!

“Father, thank You! Your Word declares that You loved me while I was still in my sin! Thank You even more so that You did not leave me there! Help me more every day to live for You! In Jesus’ Name! Amen!!”

10/13/2026

Day 286

“But Jesus told him, “No! The Scriptures say, ‘People do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”
~ Matthew 4:4

Given the context and subject matter of the statement, I can’t help but draw parallels to fasting.

Jesus had undergone a 40-day fast in the desert, and after that, the first temptation Satan presented to him was food—a temptation that aimed to exploit Jesus’s power for self-serving purposes.

Satan was being his usual self! He waited until Jesus was starving, having gone without food for 40 days, and then tempted him with bread. If you’ve ever fasted before, you can relate to this. You can walk outside and smell the aroma of food from McDonald’s, just 6 blocks away, and be able to name the hamburger!

Jesus rebuked the temptation by quoting scripture. This serves as a perfect example of why we should make a daily habit of reading and studying the Bible. It’s our weapon against our enemies!

However, Jesus didn’t stop there. He also contrasted the natural and the spiritual. Physical bread sustains the natural man, but the natural man is only temporary. The spirit, on the other hand, lives on forever! Which one do you think is more important to keep fueled?

A lack of physical bread may lead to death for the flesh, but the spirit will endure. A lack of spiritual nourishment, however, results in an eternity of hell and separation from God! It’s a sobering reminder of the importance of spiritual sustenance.

If you’re not already a regular reader of the Bible, make it a priority. It will bring immense blessings and enrich your life in every aspect—physically, mentally, spiritually, and socially.

“Father, help me make reading Your word a daily priority in my life. It is truth and it is life! In Jesus’ Name! Amen!”

10/12/2026

Day 285

“Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim His greatness. Let the whole world know what He has done.”
~ Psalm 105:1

We held a prayer meeting last night for our young people. I set up prayer stations, dimmed the lights, played worship music, and instructed them to visit each station, take their time, and seek the Lord.

The stations covered various aspects, including families, lost friends, schools and churches, our nation, and the government. However, I emphasized that these stations were merely guides to help them if they were unsure about what to pray.

The meeting was a wonderful experience. As everyone completed their prayers, we gathered in the center, and I asked a question: did they find themselves returning to a specific theme or focus repeatedly? And the answer was “yes.”

Throughout the stations I visited, this particular verse resonated with me. It was an overwhelming feeling that the church needed to let God be God and worship Him with the same fervor! He is a magnificent God! Glorious! Majestic! All-powerful! Our prayers, worship, sermons, and church services should reflect these attributes!

I believe many Christians are afraid to let God out of their comfortable “box.” They are too concerned about what others may say or worried about their appearance. They are too “dignified” to express themselves through shouting, dancing, or raising their hands in worship. (I think of David as he “danced before the Lord.”)

However, it is not our dignity that matters but the preeminence of God, His greatness, power, love, and goodness that should drive our desires and responses! The Psalmist here encourages the reader to not only express gratitude to the Lord but also to proclaim (shout) it to the world!

“Father, help me to not only understand You and Your goodness but to proclaim it from the rooftops that Your goodness and mercy endure forever! In Jesus’ Name! Amen!!”

10/11/2026

Prayer tonight at 6pm! Come join us as we pray for our families, our schools, our churches and communities, our government and leaders! If there is one thing we all need…it’s prayer!

10/11/2026

Day 284

“Yes, truth is gone, and anyone who renounces evil is attacked. The Lord looked and was displeased to find there was no justice.” - Isaiah 59:15

Isaiah addressed Judah, the Southern Kingdom, explaining their departure, abandonment, and turning away from God. The evidence of their departure was the absence of justice, the disappearance of truth, and the disdain for anyone who sought to live for God.

This message, penned by a man of God approximately 2600-2700 years ago, resonates with the church today. Truth and common sense have seemingly vanished, and those who strive to live for Jesus are often labeled bigots, idiots, or simply evil. Justice has become one-sided, with the mantra “My four and no more!” serving as a justification for those who reject the Word. The “mainstream churches” have become like the children of Israel before their captivity, not entirely rejecting God but certainly open to incorporating other beliefs.

However, the call of the Christian as individuals and the call of the church as a body is a call to right living. As 2 Corinthians 6:17 instructs, “Come out from among them and be ye separate!” While Christians are not perfect and most don’t claim to be, their desire and hearts yearn to be holy as God is holy, renouncing evil in all its forms.

Even amidst the shifting sands of the world, choose today to build your house upon the Solid Rock, Jesus. His Word remains true, enduring and unwavering.

This chapter concludes with the promise of the Messiah and His work of redemption, offering to purchase back those who have turned from their sin.

It is time to lay aside all our sin and doubt, surrendering them to the Lord and asking Him to cleanse us, convict us of our wrongs, and empower us to choose righteousness and live for Him in His fullness every day.

“Father, it is You that I seek and You that I long for! More of You in my life! Remove, cleanse, and tear out anyone or anything that would cause a divide between us! In Jesus’ Name! Amen!”

10/10/2026

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Come hang with us at Christ Community Church—bring a friend, wear your favorite hoodie, and come as you are.

📍 304 Parkland Place Rd.
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www.christcommunitychurchgwd.org

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