Posts with the category “time-out-with-pastor-brian”

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian July 25, 2025 Humility always attracts the attention of God.Pride says, “I’ve got this. I can do it on my own.” But humility says, “God, I need You. I cannot make it without You.”And when you choose humility, you place yourself right where God can move in your life.The Bible tells us that pride goes before destruction. Pride makes us think we are in cont...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian July 24, 2025Have you ever felt like fear was holding you back? Maybe it’s kept you from trying something new, stepping out in faith, or doing what you know God has asked you to do. The truth is, fear is one of the enemy’s favorite weapons. He uses it to try to stop us right in our tracks.But here’s the good news. God’s word tells us over and over, “Do n...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJuly 23, 2025Have you ever played the “what if” game?What if the deal doesn’t go through?What if the doctor gives me bad news?What if the bills don’t get paid?We can live in a cycle of fear if we keep playing that game. It’s a trap that pulls us into stress and doubt. But friend, we don’t have to live that way.Let me share a story I heard years ago. A you...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian July 22, 2025Prayer on the ground determines what God does in the heavens. That’s a powerful truth. I want to remind you today that when we pray, God is working. Even when we can’t see it, He is moving behind the scenes.The Bible never says if we pray, but when we pray. That means prayer should not be an option. It should be a lifestyle. But if we’re hon...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian July 21, 2025Life may be hard, but God is still holding you.Does life feel difficult today? Maybe it seems like everything changed overnight. One day you feel like you're on top of the world. The next day, it feels like the world is on top of you. That’s how life goes sometimes. It can shift fast.But here’s the truth. God never changes. He is steady when...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJuly 18, 2025Let me ask you a simple but powerful question: What are you believing God to do in your life?Sometimes, faith begins when we don’t have all the answers. In fact, Hebrews 11:6 says, “Without faith it is impossible to please God.” That tells me something very important. It tells me that when I place my trust in God, even when I cannot see the o...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian July 17, 2025 Have you ever been lost and had to ask for directions? Some of us remember pulling out paper maps or walking into gas stations to ask someone how to get where we needed to go. It took humility to admit, “I need help finding my way.”Spiritually speaking, we all need help finding our way. And here's the truth: there is only one way to heaven,...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJuly 16, 2025Have you ever thought about what heaven is going to be like? I mean really thought about it? The world we live in is far from perfect. We see pain, loss, and sorrow all around us. But God promises something better. Heaven is not just some wishful idea. It is a real place prepared by a real Savior. Jesus is getting it ready for those who love ...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian July 15, 2025Life can hit hard sometimes. A phone call. A diagnosis. A moment that changes everything. And if we're honest, we all face days that leave us wondering, “How can I make it through this?” But friend, you are not alone. God is with you.The Bible reminds us in Isaiah 41:10, “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I wil...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian July 14, 2025Have you ever walked into a room and just felt the tension? You could just feel it. That’s exactly what Jesus did 2,000 years ago. During the Passover meal, as He sat with His disciples, Jesus looked around and saw the worry and confusion on their faces. He had just told them He was leaving, and they didn’t understand why. But Jesus read the...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian July 11, 2025 Have you ever stopped to think about what heaven will be like? As a pastor, I’ve stood beside many families in their hardest moments. Saying goodbye to someone you love is never easy. The tears. The grief. The heartbreak. It’s real. But when that loved one knows Jesus, something powerful happens. There’s peace. There’s hope. There’s the pro...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJuly 9, 2025Have you ever met someone who thought they already knew it all? Truth is, that attitude can block us from growing in our faith. But when we approach God with a teachable and receivable spirit, everything changes.We are all on a journey together. No one has it all figured out. Every single one of us is learning to follow Jesus better. Being a C...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJuly 7, 2025If there was ever a time to teach our children God's Word, it's now. We are living in a time where truth is being challenged, twisted, and sometimes ignored altogether. The world is loud with opinions, but many people are silent when it comes to Scripture. That is why a biblical worldview is so important.We cannot expect the church alone to sh...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJune 27, 2025I want to share something from my heart. Tomorrow, I’ll be heading to Washington, D.C., with Christians United for Israel and I will be there into next week. As the largest pro-Israel organization in the United States, with over 10 million members, Christians United for Israel (CUFI) is the foremost Christian organization educating and empowe...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian June 26, 2025 We must always be ready. Not just for work or school or responsibilities, but ready spiritually. Jesus is coming soon.In John 14, Jesus sat with His disciples and could see the fear on their faces. He told them, “Let not your heart be troubled...” and then gave them a promise: “I go to prepare a place for you... I will come again and receiv...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJune 25, 2025 The Bible tells us that the next great event on God’s calendar is the return of His Son, Jesus Christ. I believe we are very close to what the Bible calls the rapture of the Church. Jesus Himself said, “When you see these things begin to come to pass, look up, for your redemption draws near.”Now I know, some may say, “I’ve heard that all my ...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian June 24, 2025In Hosea 4:6, the Bible says, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge.” That verse reminds us how important it is to understand God’s Word. When the Holy Spirit teaches us, we gain clarity, peace, and strength, especially when life feels uncertain.Right now, the world seems full of chaos and confusion. There are wars, rumors of wars, ...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJune 23, 2025We are living in serious times. What happened over the weekend was not just history being written, it was prophecy being fulfilled. The United States launched major strikes on nuclear sites in Iran, following intense conflict between Israel and Iran. This moment is more than news. It’s a signal to look up and stay ready.Yes, the headlines are...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian June 20, 2025 If you’ve been watching the news, you know that Israel and Iran are at war. And maybe you’ve asked, Where is all this heading? What’s going to happen next? That’s a fair question. But I want to remind you, there is no need to fear. The Bible tells us what is coming, and the Bible never gets it wrong.In the last days, the Bible says Israel w...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJune 19, 2025 Let me remind you of something strong and simple. God always keeps His promises. No matter what’s happening in the world, that truth will never change.We’ve been talking about what’s going on in the Middle East. And while it may seem like a new conflict, the truth is this fight has been going on for a long time. That part of the world has al...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJune 18, 2025Let me say this right at the start: Satan cannot stop Bible prophecy from coming to pass. No matter how hard the enemy tries, he cannot block what God has already declared in His Word.The Bible is very clear about the times we are living in. The prophet Hosea tells us, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge.” That’s why it is so impor...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJune 17, 2025I want to talk about what’s happening in the Middle East, especially with the nation of Israel. You may ask, “Is this just about politics?” Let me tell you clearly. This is not just a political battle. This is a spiritual war.For the past 20 months, Israel has been fighting Hamas. They’re also facing attacks from Hezbollah in Lebanon and the ...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJune 16, 2025If you’ve been watching the news, then you know what is happening in the Middle East. War has broken out between Israel and Iran. You may be wondering, What does this have to do with me? Or even, What does the Bible say about all of this?Let me tell you plainly. This is a big deal. You are not just reading headlines. You are living in Bible t...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian June 13, 2025Let’s talk about something every one of us faces. It’s a daily battle that happens not with fists or weapons, but right between our ears. It’s the battlefield of the mind.I believe one of the main places Satan attacks is in our thoughts. Why? Because our actions often follow what we think. Before someone tells a lie, cheats, steals, or even ...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJune 12, 2025I want to remind you today that the devil loves to run his mouth. He’s got a lot of names in the Bible. He’s called the adversary, the tempter, the serpent, the wicked one, a thief, a liar, and even the father of lies. None of those names are good, and none of his plans are either.The devil is not creative. He’s just a copycat. He tries to ma...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJune 11, 2025Let me say this loud and clear. You have to know who your enemy is. The Bible makes it clear that we have a real enemy, and his name is the devil. He’s not playing games. He wants to destroy your life and my life too. That’s why we have to ask the Holy Spirit to help us. We need His power, His boldness, and His help to see the tricks and trap...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor BrianJune 10, 2025 Let me ask you, are you going through a battle right now? I may not know exactly what you’re facing, but I can tell you this. If you’re a child of God, the devil is coming after you.Now I don’t say that to scare you. I say it to help you be aware. The devil is real. One of his biggest lies is to make people think he doesn’t exist. But the Bi...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian June 9, 2025 I don’t want to be lunch meat for a roaring lion. Now what do I mean by that?We’ve been talking about spiritual warfare. And I want to say it clearly. This battle is real. The devil is not just some cartoon figure with a pitchfork. He’s your enemy and mine. The Bible says in 1 Peter 5:8, “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the dev...  Read More

An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian May 20, 2025 Have you ever wished God would speak directly to you? The truth is He already has. God's voice is waiting to be heard, and He speaks through His written Word, the Bible. Every page of Scripture is filled with God's thoughts, His heart, and His promises for your life.Think about this. When you read the Bible, you're reading God's personal mes...  Read More

“Is That You, God?”An Inspirational Devotion From Pastor Brian May 15, 2025 Have you ever asked yourself, “Was that God speaking to me, or was that just my own thought?”I believe we’ve all been in that place. Especially when we’re seeking God’s direction. When we are trying to make the right decision. When we want to follow His will.That’s where the question comes in. Is this God, or is this me?To...  Read More

Today is a special day, May 14, 2025, marking 77 years since the rebirth of the nation of Israel in 1948. This isn’t just a moment in history. This moment is Bible prophecy being fulfilled right before our eyes. The Bible says in Isaiah 66 that a nation would be born in a day, and that happened when Israel became a nation again.For almost 2,000 years, there was no Israel. But God had a plan. What ...  Read More