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A New Revolution
Do you want to experience real change in the New Year? If we want to find purpose in our lives, we have to understand the purpose we were created for. For everything comes from [God] and exists by His power and is intended for His glory... (Romans...
Thanksgiving Every Day
The following devotional was shared by Joshua J Masters during the Brookwood Church Celebrate Recovery Thanksgiving celebration, A Reflection of Thanks, on Thanksgiving evening. Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is...
What is the Cost of Following Jesus?
What is the cost of following Jesus? I was honored to speak at Brookwood Church last Sunday when we explored that question together. The passage from Luke 14:25-35 can be a difficult one for many of us (myself included). So what does it truly mean to be a follower of...
A Prayer for Independence Day
Mighty God,1 You are to be desired by all nations,2 yet chose to make America great. With celebration for our nation’s birth, I come before You with thanksgiving for the freedom bestowed on me each day anew. Praise be to the Lord who granted and preserves our...
Independence Day Giveaway
<Video: Independence Day Giveaway> As Independence Day approaches, it's important that we learn how to pray for our nation. We'd love to build a relationship with you as we grow together in that spiritual discipline. So in honor of Independence Day, and...
Can Superhero Movies Speak to Christians? Part I
<VIDEO: The Bat Pastor reviews Batman v. Superman> Can Superhero movies speak to a Christian's mission in the Kingdom of God? As we prepare for the release of the new Wonder Woman movie this week and the Justice...
A Prayer for Memorial Day
Comforter and Councilor,1 We turn to you in our time of grief; our help comes from the Lord, maker of heaven and earth.2 Since the Civil War, we have set aside a day for remembrance, and our hearts are broken for the men and women who have been lost while serving our...
The Genesis of Your Dream
When did God whisper your dream to you? How did you know it was from Him? While attending the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference (BRMCWC), many people asked how I got into writing. The truth is, I don't remember a time when I didn't write...
13 Reasons Why and Discussing Teen Suicide
<AUDIO: Addressing Teen Suicide in the Media Podcast> As the pastor who oversees Celebrate Recovery and the Landing at my church, I was recently asked to join a podcast discussion about teen suicide and its portrayal in the controversial Netflix series,...
After Easter
[VIDEO: After Easter by Joshua J Masters] It’s the week after Easter. Our holiday clothes are back on their hangers, and our empty tomb memes are falling further down our social media pages. The leftover ham is tucked snuggly into the refrigerator, ready for its role...
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