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Love, God’s Way

One command of our Lord Jesus is for us to love our enemies and pray for those who oppose us (Matthew 5:43–45), urging us beyond our natural affection into something higher. While loving others can often be tough to do, the Holy Spirit removes the barriers in our hearts and empowers us to love even…

The Significance of Nisan 17

According to Rev. Dutch Sheets — today is the day. Nisan, the first month on God’s calendar (Exodus 12:2) marks both creation and redemption — the “new creation” through the Cross — making it a season of miracles and God’s spoken power: “Let there be…” (Genesis 1). These milestone victories occurred on Nisan 17: Noah’s…

Recognize the Devil’s Lies & Your Inheritance

Our enemy still tries to tell believers they’re unworthy, unforgiven, and unfit for God’s presence, but those are lies. Jesus has removed our sin, erased our past, and clothed us in His righteousness—our old life is gone and the new has come. He has filled us with His Holy Spirit and now empowers and strengthens…

He Is Worthy!

The Lord is worthy of all praise—Jesus loves us personally and paid our ransom with His own blood at Calvary. He knows you by name, has given you new life, and sealed you with His Holy Spirit as a guarantee of eternity with Him. Therefore, the enemy has no right to touch you, for your…

Truths from Dr. T L Osborn

If sickness is the will of God, then every physician would be a lawbreaker, every trained nurse a defier of the Almighty, and every hospital a house of rebellion instead of a house of mercy. “He sent out His Word and healed them, and delivered them from their destruction” ~~ Psalms 107:20 (ESV). “And Jesus…

Stepping Out in Faith

The Lord honors and blesses us when we step out in faith—no matter how small the first step. A vision acted upon is like a glowing ember lifted into the wind that suddenly bursts into flame, igniting others of like faith. We move forward with the faith God has given us, trusting that He is…

Happy Birthday in Heaven, Kathy

As many of you know, the Lord brought Kathy into my life during my junior year at ORU. From the beginning, she was deeply called to teach. After graduating, she taught elementary school in the Tulsa area, then left her position following our honeymoon so we could move to Dallas—where God opened the door for…

Enduring Trials

“A man who endures trials is blessed, because when he passes the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.  No one undergoing a trial should say, ‘I am being tempted by God.’ For God is not tempted by evil, and He Himself doesn’t tempt anyone.…

Psalms 34:1-4;15-17 (MSG)           

“I bless God every chance I get;my lungs expand with His praise. I live and breathe God; if things aren’t going well, hear this and be happy: Join me in spreading the news; together let’s get the word out. GOD met me more than halfway, GOD keeps an eye on His friends, His ears pick…

Reflecting Christ!

A few weeks ago here in Texas, the moon overhead was a brilliant white. It was so beautiful because  humidity and pollen were practically non-existent, and the prevailing winds had blown all city smog and dust away.  I then likened this to a Christian, who reflects the light of God. The more Christlike we become,…

Bearing One Another’s Burdens

By Dutch Sheets The New Testament uses two words for “bear.” In Galatians 6:2, it means to carry a burden. But in Colossians 3:13 and Ephesians 4:2, “to bear up” means to hold oneself up against another to support them—like staking a tomato plant so it won’t collapse under its weight. God calls us not…

The Peace Christ Gives

Do you remember the old 1960s song, “No Man Is an Island… No Man Stands Alone”? Its message still echoes with truth today. God never designed us to walk this journey of faith in isolation. We are strengthened in community — built up by encouragement, sustained through prayer, and reminded of His promises through one…