What Do The Lonely Do At Christmas?

What do the lonely do at Christmas? Isaiah 9:6 holds the answer. God doesn't rescue us through alliances, strategies, or human strength. He sends Himself—Emmanuel, God with us. Christ enters our darkness as Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. When Christmas lights can't touch your loneliness, turn toward the One who came for you.

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Gratitude Behind Me, Wisdom Before Me

The leftovers are gone, the holiday glow is fading, and routine has returned. But what if this post-Thanksgiving moment isn't an ending—it's a sacred threshold? Discover how looking backward with gratitude and forward with wisdom positions you for everything God wants to do next. Drawing from Deuteronomy 8 and Psalm 90, learn to move from holiday feelings to everyday faith that transforms how you enter December and beyond.

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The Overflowing Harvest

If God has been that generous to you, why are you still holding back? In this powerful reflection on 2 Corinthians 9:1-11, discover why gratitude without generosity is incomplete. God provides both seed (potential) and bread (sustenance)—the question is, will you trust Him enough to release what He's given you? True thanksgiving doesn't just fill your heart; it opens your hands.

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When Your Spiritual Life Feels Out of Alignment: A Biblical Guide to Staying on Track

Have you ever driven a car that's out of alignment? You grip the steering wheel tighter as your vehicle pulls to one side, constantly correcting just to stay straight. Your spiritual life can work the same way. In this powerful exploration of Galatians 6:7-9, discover how the biblical law of sowing and reaping affects every area of your walk with Christ. Learn why "integrity is the soil of a righteous harvest" and how to recognize when you've drifted out of alignment with God's will. You cannot plant envy and expect elevation. You cannot plant bitterness and expect blessings. But when you plant faith, God multiplies His favor. This message reveals practical steps to restore spiritual alignment through repentance, prayer, and obedience—and why delay doesn't mean denial. If you've been feeling spiritually worn down, drifting, or weary in well-doing, this is your roadmap back to the Master's standard.

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Sowing in the Season of Struggle

We've misunderstood Jesus' words for years. "The workers are few" isn't a complaint about volunteer numbers—it's a declaration of confidence. Dr. Richard Price unpacks Matthew 9:37-38 to reveal why God's harvest thrives on your faithfulness, not your resources. Stop waiting for more people or better conditions. The harvest is plentiful right now. The question isn't whether God will come through—it's whether you'll show up.

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The Lord of the Harvest

Feeling burned out in ministry or overwhelmed by life? You're not alone. But what if the harvest you're stressing about doesn't actually belong to you? In Matthew 9:37-38, Jesus reveals a game-changing truth: "The harvest is great, but the workers are few. Pray to the Lord of the harvest." This isn't about numbers—it's about faithfulness. Discover how God's ownership eliminates anxiety, why gratitude is structural to faith, and what it means to be a co-laborer in His field. Your harvest is already on heaven's schedule.

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God Did His Big One

Ever experienced something so unexplainably good you couldn't take credit for it? That's what young people call "God did his big one"—and it's exactly what Paul was talking about in Ephesians 3:20. Explore how God's pattern of exceeding expectations throughout Scripture connects to His power working within you today, and discover why you're never too young, too small, or too ordinary for God to do something extraordinary.

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When the Enemy Smiles: The Deception of Compromise

The enemy's most dangerous weapon isn't obvious rebellion—it's subtle compromise. Learn to recognize the three stages of spiritual drift before it's too late, and discover the beautiful hope of restoration through grace.

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When the Enemy Smiles: Fear Not

"This lesson is helpful because it provides practical, actionable steps for believers to identify, confront, and overcome fear in their daily lives. It helps people identify the true source of fear. The sermon explains that fear is not from God but is a subtle weapon of the enemy, described as a 'pleasant mask that hides ruin' and a 'lie wrapped in a smile'. Understanding that fear is 'satanically exploited' rather than 'divinely sourced' helps people reframe their struggle."

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