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Is “I have a dream” a Biblical concept? In short, it can be, but not always. Many speak of having a dream in the sense of “here is what I want to see come to pass” or “here are the plans I have for the future.” Some mean they have a goal they would like to reach. I have heard people say, “Don’t let anyone or anything get in the way of your dream,” as if your dream is the most important thing in your life. I wonder. Biblically, the top priority for us, as Christians, is to follow God’s plan for our lives. Now, if your dream is to be obedient to God and do what He desires in your life, then saying “nothing will get in the way of my dream” is appropriate. When your dream is consistent with God’s Word, great. However, what God wants in your life always trumps your own personal goals or dreams.
What am I trying to say? Make sure your dream or dreams fit into God’s plan for your life. Otherwise, a personal dream may sidetrack you or get you off course. I knew a man whose dream was to own his own home by the time he was 25. He worked so much and spent so much time away from his family that he met his dream of having a home by 25, but he was living in it alone. I knew a girl whose dream was to have a beautiful wedding, but in her rush to get married, she chose the wrong guy, who wasn’t a Christian. She had a beautiful wedding and a nasty divorce. Dreams can be good; creating goals is healthy, but always be willing to let God have the final say. Dreams give us focus and purpose; just make sure they always fall into the plan God has for you. Seek Him first, and He will give you the dreams and desires you actually need for true peace and happiness.
Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Proverbs 16:3 Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.
Matthew 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.
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Listen to this testimony and ding from the Houston's First Baptist Church – The Loop.
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Good Sunday Morning!
We have all known people who broke or soured a relationship over something far less important than the relationship itself. I have known siblings who wouldn’t speak to each other because, when their parents died, they didn’t get the clock or some other item they wanted. I have seen relationships broken because someone was offended by something unintended or misunderstood and refused to forgive. I have seen people refuse to go back to a restaurant because of one bad steak. Sometimes we allow hurts or perceptions to lead us to decisions with lasting consequences. The answer to this problem is to consider the relationship more important than these aggravations or offenses. You don’t burn down your house because there is a spider in it.
We can find ourselves behaving the same way when it comes to God. God doesn’t answer the prayer the way we want, or when we want, so we are mad at God. We have to go through a difficult time, so God doesn’t care about us, or perhaps He doesn’t even exist. We allow temporary, trivial incidents to affect our relationship with God. Do you say they weren’t trivial to you? Well, compared to our relationship with God, anything is secondary or less important. Seek God first, and everything else we need will follow. Put your relationships with family and loved ones above hurts and pains. It is easier to heal when bridges have not been burned.
Matthew 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.
Ephesians 4:32 Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.
Luke 17:3-4 Pay attention to yourselves! If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him, and if he sins against you seven times in the day, and turns to you seven times, saying, ‘I repent,’ you must forgive him.”
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Jimmy and I had just finished breakfast at the café when Kim came by to pick up our dishes. When she picked up my plate, the knife slipped off and came toward me. As I was leaving, I told her I would let everyone know that Kim was throwing knives that morning—just kidding, of course—but sometimes teasing or joking can turn into harmful gossip. Now, I wouldn’t have told anyone that Kim was throwing knives; it was just a joke among her, Jimmy, and me. But how many times does something start as a tease or joke and end up hurting someone or damaging their reputation because the listener doesn’t have all the facts?
I do my share of joking, especially with dad jokes, but we all need to be careful when we tease others or share things publicly or privately that could be misunderstood. Proverbs 26:18-19 (NIV) states: "Like a maniac shooting flaming arrows of death is one who deceives their neighbor and says, 'I was only joking!'" Telling a clean, fun joke is one thing, but we all need to be cautious about hurting others with our words through teasing or demeaning them. Let’s all strive to use our words wisely.
Ephesians 5:4 states: "Let there be no filthiness nor foolish talk nor crude joking, which are out of place, but instead let there be thanksgiving."
Ephesians 4:29 says: "Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear."
Titus 3:9 warns: "But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels about the law, for they are unprofitable and worthless."
Colossians 3:8 instructs: "But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and obscene talk from your mouth."
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A message from Pat Barker…
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#EHSSonTour! Here's a look at all of our #May tour dates! ☀
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A minute with Dr. Tim Hill….
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Welcome to “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” and his special guest Brian Free. His Gospel Music Group Brian Free & Assurance have earned many awards including multiple Dove Awards, chart-topping music, and, most recently, a 2024 Grammy nomination that has sustained Brian Free & Assurance's presence at the forefront of Christian music for over 30 years.
Brian Free & Assurance delivers music that speaks to real life and lasting faith. With powerful harmonies and songs rooted in truth, their ministry continues to encourage hearts and points people to Christ. Listen as Brian brings us up to date with their newest project.
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This coming Sunday on “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” will be special guest Brian Free of Brian Free & Assurance. Brian is undeniably one of the most recognizable tenors of our generation. Since 1982, he has been at the forefront of Christian music since first joining Gold City Quartet. In 1993, he formed Brian Free & Assurance (BFA) and the rest is history. Be sure and tune in Sunday Morning!!!
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Good Sunday Morning and welcome to “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” and his special guest Steve Ladd.
From the tender age of five, growing up in Dayton, Ohio, Steve felt the divine call to minister through song. The son of an evangelist, Steve matured to become a beloved member of America’s most acclaimed Christian music groups, including Gold City, The Anchormen, and the Old Paths (Anthem Edition).
Now with his solo career, Steve has continued ministering to audiences with inspirational songs like “Come Sunday Morning,” “One More River,” and “Preach the Word.” These harmonious melodies have transformed into personal anthems of encouragement that Steve carries wherever he goes, as he testifies to lives touched, healed, and uplifted.
We talk today about this great career and his latest project “The Trouble With Me” and how a couple of these songs came about. Be sure and go to Steveladd.com and all his social media platforms to get his latest projects and also find out where you can see him performing live!!!!!!
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Welcome to “Getting To Know You with Host Paul Pitts” and his special guest Carman Licciardello. In 1985, the release of Carman’s #1 song, “The Champion,” solidified his place in music history and defined his soul-winning career as one of endurance, grit, dedication, and pure talent. Anyone who knew Carman knows that he counted his greatest lifetime achievement as winning millions of souls to Christ.
Sit back and enjoy this interview we did in 2019 while on his bus……
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I had someone this week talk to me about Carmen and all of his great music. From the time he was with the Gaither Trio through his entire solo career and it brought back memories. So, this Sunday we will bring back our 2019 interview with him while on the bus with him. In the meantime, enjoy him as he talks to us and then sings “His Name is Wonderful”.
His Name Is Wonderful | Classic Hymns | Carman
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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...
