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I have a neighbor who built a new house on the back of his property. The house they had when he bought the property was old and mold-infested, and no amount of repairs could make it safe for his family. The decision was made to tear it down and rebuild. He showed me where his new house would be built on high ground with beautiful woods behind him and pasture for his animals in front. The new house is built, and the family is enjoying it.
Before we know the Lord, this house we live in is full of sin, and no amount of repairs can fix it. There is nothing we can do to make it right. There is only one solution, and that is for the Lord to cleanse us and make us new as we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior. We become a new creation, built on a new foundation, and a place of safety. Now, the old devil will try to send the termites, mold, and storms of life, but God always maintains what He builds, so rest in Him. Then in the future, God will give us a new glorified body in which we will live eternally with Him. Let God make all things new, stop trying to fix your life yourself, and let God do in you and with you according to His will.
2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.
Philippians 3:20-21 But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself.
1 Corinthians 15:42-44 So is it with the resurrection of the dead. What is sown is perishable; what is raised is imperishable. It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. It is sown a natural body; it is raised a spiritual body. If there is a natural body, there is also a spiritual body.
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Last Friday, my wife Helen and I celebrated our 54th wedding anniversary. We didn’t do anything special or have a particular anniversary date or trip. Helen’s knees were bothering her, so we just enjoyed a quiet day together. We may not have done anything extraordinary, but we are special. You see, only 6-7% of married couples reach their 50th wedding anniversary, often due to divorce rates, the death of a spouse, or marrying young enough. We have truly been blessed. Being special is better than doing something special.
I see Christians who focus a lot on what they do for God. They may often feel inadequate because they don’t do enough in their minds for God, or on the other hand, they may feel self-righteous because of all they do “for God.” Now, don’t get me wrong. We, as believers, need to serve God, let the world see our good works that glorify Him, and live lives of service. However, that isn’t what makes us truly special. The reason we are special is because of our intimate relationship with Jesus. It’s because of our love for, belief in, and commitment to Jesus that service for Him becomes possible. Yes, let’s actively serve the Lord, but also remember we are special because of God’s great love for us and our ability to be part of His family.
Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
Ephesians 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.
2 Timothy 1:9 Who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of His own purpose and grace, which He gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began.
John 1:12-13 But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, He gave the right to become children of God, who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.
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Not long ago, we experienced a power outage, which brought along some inconveniences, but also an unexpected pleasure. Without power, the silence was profound. The usual background noises of motors, fans, television, radio, appliances humming, and the phone ringing were absent. (My phone was also dead.) It seemed like total silence, but then something changed. I began to hear things I couldn’t normally notice. I could faintly hear a dog barking down the road, birds chirping, the wind blowing through the trees, and the ticking of the battery-operated clock. These sounds had always been there, but were drowned out by noise.
It is similar to hearing the gentle whisper of the Lord mentioned in 1 Kings 19:12. So often, we fill our lives with the noise of the world and struggle to hear Him. He never leaves us; He is always speaking, but perhaps we can’t hear because of the tumult around us. Find a quiet time and place to be with the Lord. Turn off the noise makers and listen for God’s loving voice. You will be amazed at what you hear.
John 10:27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.
Romans 10:17 So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.
Jeremiah 33:3 Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known.
Isaiah 30:21 And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, “This is the way, walk in it,” when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left.
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We have a tree in Alabama called a Bodark, Osage Orange, or mock orange tree. Many have a love/hate relationship with them because they are hard to cut, especially when dry, and they drop round fruits known as hedge apples or horse apples. The advantage of this wood is that it makes excellent fence posts that won’t rot like posts made from other types of wood. A fence built with Osage orange posts will last a long time.
As Christians, we should strive for the same reputation. Yes, we have a love/hate relationship with the world, since Jesus said the world would hate us if we serve Him, but we must love the lost and bring them to Christ. We also need to stand firm with our fellow believers against the evil of this world and protect our families from Satan's attacks. If we stand on God’s Word, our service to the Lord will remain strong against life’s storms. Just as a fence isn’t made of posts alone, the actual fencing that binds us together and makes us effective for the Lord is the Holy Spirit. Together, we stand resilient against the devil’s schemes.
1 Corinthians 16:13 Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.
1 Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.
Ephesians 6:11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.
James 4:7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
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Once, when I was in Alaska, I was talking to someone about the frozen river and how I thought it took some real faith to drive your vehicle out onto the ice. I also mentioned how still and quiet it was on the frozen river, and how very, very cold it was. The person I was with said, yes, it is cold and quiet, but under the ice, the river is still flowing with all its power.
There are times when it seems God’s power is not very evident. When it comes to hearing God’s voice, it may seem quiet, but the truth is that God’s power is always flowing, whether we see it or not. Never judge God’s presence or power based on your current environment. Our senses may not pick up on it, but God is always fully at work on our behalf. So, if things seem bleak, frozen, and cold, remember that circumstances never hinder God’s presence and power.
Psalm 46:1-3 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.
Psalm 9:9-10 The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.
Psalm 34:10b Those who seek the Lord lack no good thing.
Isaiah 26:3-4 Those of steadfast mind—you keep in perfect peace—because they trust in you.
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Welcome to “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” and his special guests Darin and Brooke Aldridge.
Darin and Brooke Aldridge continue to ascend to new heights in the music industry while keeping their easy-going, down-to-earth connection with audiences everywhere. Brooke is a four-time winner of the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) award for Female Vocalist of the Year, while Darin, once a former member of The Country Gentlemen, is a former IBMA Mentor of the Year and a truly gifted singer and multi-instrumentalist. They have had numerous nominations over the years from the IBMA, the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America (SPBGMA), the Gospel Music Association (GMA Dove Awards) and the Inspirational Country Music Association. In April 2023, they were named “Bluegrass Artists of the Year” at the Absolutely Gospel Music Awards. Also in 2023, the IBMA nominated the smash hit “Jordan,” featuring Ricky Skaggs, Mo Pitney and Mark Fain, in the Gospel Recording of the Year category while the GMA nominated the song for its Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year award. They have sung on the Grand Ole Opry over 60 times and perform weekly across the nation. Keep up with them by following them at www.DarinandBrookeArdridge.com.
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This week on “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” will be our special guests Darin & Brooke Aldridge. You will enjoy getting to know this wonderful couple that share their Bluegrass Music weekly to some of the greatest fans ever! Tune in Sunday Morning and enjoy learning what’s going on with this great couple and their music!!!
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Welcome to “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” and his special guest Danny Funderburk.
For more than 47 years, people across the country have fallen in love with Danny’s incredible talent, as he performed with The Singing Americans, Perfect Heart, Mercy’s Way, and most notably, the prestigious Cathedral Quartet. He continues now with his solo Ministry all across America. We were able to catch up with him at the NQC – National Quartet Convention. Listen and enjoy!
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This week on “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” will be Danny Funderburk. We always enjoy talking with Danny as he is always full of energy and ready to give us a great update on what he is up to. We have been getting together on a yearly basis for several years to update YOU!
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Welcome to “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” and his special guest Michael Combs. Michael gave his life to Christ on a Monday night during a revival meeting in Jacksonville, Florida. That night was February 6th, 1989. Since that night many things have happened! Almost immediately God put Michael into a Ministry of Music! Combs says ‘never thought I would be doing what I've been doing for the last 37 years but now I can't imagine myself doing anything else! Michael has been such a blessing to so many with all the great songs he has written and all the projects that has come from those songs. Listen and enjoy a walk in Michael’s life today !!
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Multi-award winning family group The Hoppers have been singing to global audiences for over 60 years with appearances ranging from presidential religious inaugural ceremonies and New York’s Carnegie Hall to singing conventions and church platforms. They have performed throughout the United States as well as...
