The Pleading King
He could’ve spoken fire. He could’ve summoned legions. He could’ve rebuked the earth and the ones who pierced it. But he didn't. At the very place where pain shouted loudest, Jesus whispered the softest mercy.No retaliation. No lecture. No “Why did you do this to Me?” He didn’t say: “Why...
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Rooted And Built Up In Him
Pastor Javon Ruff talked about how palm trees have great root systems. Their roots go deep into the ground for moisture and nourishment. He shared that a group of palm trees forms an oasis, a place where orange and lemon trees can find shade and grow.He related this to how...
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Victory For Every Nation
This powerful vision in Revelation 7:9 paints a triumphant picture of the end of the story, not defeat, not despair, but victory. We see people from every nation and background standing before Jesus, clothed in white, waving palm branches, ancient symbols of victory and celebration.This is not just a scene...
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Prophecy And Fulfillment
During biblical times, God often spoke His word through prophets in the form of prophecies. Prophecies can have a mysterious connotation and at times very figurative language, but understanding them and their fulfillment are foundational to our faith. A prophecy in simplest terms is God’s word and God’s promises for...
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Donkey Moments And Open Palms
Zechariah’s words echo through time, a whisper, a shout, calling us to “see” our King. Not on a stallion, not in grandeur, but on a donkey. Lowly. Unexpected. Gentle. This is how Christ comes: not always in the ways we’d expect, but always in the ways we most need. Holy...
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