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#1,507: The Sin of Doing Nothing May 27, 2026

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The Bible talks about kind of sin, one we rarely discuss. It’s the sin of omission. A sin of omission is a sin that is the result of not doing something God’s Word teaches that we should do. Charles Spurgeon once called this, “The sin of doing nothing.”

Main Points:
1. Maybe you are like me and you can think of the many times you have committed the sin of omission. There are times we should have shown love, but we didn’t, times we should have spoken up, times we should have shared our faith, times we should have helped someone in need, but we didn’t.

2. The Scripture is calling for us to be aware that we can disobey God by intentionally participating in sin, but we can also do so by intentionally avoiding actions He is leading us to.

3. The intent of this episode is not to make us feel guilty. There’s not a person listening who hasn’t missed an opportunity to do good. We have all committed the sin of omission. The goal of this topic is to give us awareness. It’s a call to pay attention to the voice of God. My prayer is that we will have a listening ear to the Holy Spirit. Let’s pray and ask God to help us to be alert and aware of what He wants us to do, not just what He wants us to stop doing.

Today’s Scripture Verses:

James 4:17 - “If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn’t do it, it is sin for them.”

2 Peter 2:21 - “It would have been better for them not to have known the way of righteousness, than to have known it and then to turn their backs on the sacred command that was passed on to them.”

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#1,506: Our God is Glorious May 26, 2026

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In Scripture we see that he glory of God is not an aesthetic beauty or a material beauty, but the beauty that emanates from His character, from all that He is. His glory is the combined manifestation of His attributes. He is glorious because no one can compare.

Main Points:
1. In the Old Testament, the glory of God was sometimes seen manifested in visible ways such as, fire, thick clouds smoke, lightening, and even an earthquake. But in the New Testament, the glory of God is revealed in His son, Jesus Christ.

2. The glory of God was visibly seen in the character of Jesus, his teaching, preaching, and miraculous power. Imagine walking and talking with God himself.

3. The glory of God is hard to define isn’t it? But as we study the Bible we discover the glory of God revealed in the pages of Scripture. We learn of his holiness, his majesty, his goodness, his power, and his love. Only God is glorious.

Today’s Scripture Verses:

1 Chronicles 29:11 - “Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor.”

Exodus 33:18-19 - Now show me your glory. And the Lord said, “I will cause all my goodness to pass in front of you, and I will proclaim my name, the Lord, in your presence.”
John 1:14 - “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.”

Hebrews 1:3 - “The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.”

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#1,505: We Need the Power of the Holy Spirit May 25, 2026

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Whether it’s your coffee pot, your phone, your computer, or your car, power is necessary for each of these essentials to operate. It’s the same true in the Christian life. You need power. God does not intend for us to live powerless Christian lives. In fact, He promised to provide the power we need to live victorious over sin and to be effective in our calling and purpose.

Main Points:
1. After Jesus’ resurrection, He spent 40 days with His disciples. It was during these conversations he gave them their marching orders. It was His instructions for their lives, after He would ascend back to the Father. These instructions are found in Matthew 28:19-20, and we call them “The Great Commission.”

But before getting started, these Christ-followers would need power. The task God had for their lives was too large. In and of themselves, they would be incapable of obeying the command of Jesus to make disciples of all nations.
2. As much as they had already been prepared for their mission, there was still something missing. They needed God’s power. So do I. So do you.

3. Thankfully, God has promised to give us the Holy Spirit. This power of the Holy Spirit is not just for some Christians. It’s for every Christian, and it’s been promised. Our God is a promise-keeper.

Today’s Scripture Verses:

Acts 1:8 - “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you…”

Luke 24:49 - “I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.”

Acts 1:4-5 - “On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.”

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#1,504: Jesus is Coming Back Soon May 22, 2026

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Knowledge of Christ’s return should not produce fear or anxiety in the heart of the believer. This truth should give us hope. It should cause us to be encouraged. What God has prepared for us is greater than anything this would could give us.

Main Points:
1. As we read the Bible, it is very clear, Jesus is coming back. While many scoff and disbelieve, it doesn’t change the truth of what Jesus has said. We don’t know when He is coming, but we do know He is coming soon.

2. In an increasingly chaotic world, what a hopeful thought that this could be the year Jesus returns. More comforting still is the anticipation that all who trust Him for salvation will be gathered together, relieved from this world’s suffering, sorrow, and fear. Best of all, we’ll be with the Lord forever!

3. Don’t give up hope. Don’t let go of your belief in the promise of Christ’s return. He said he would come back, and he will. When is Jesus coming back? He is coming back soon.

Today’s Scripture Verses:

Acts 1:10-11 tells the story. “They were looking intently up into the sky as he was going, when suddenly two men dressed in white stood beside them. “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why do you stand here looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.”

Revelation 22:20 - “He who testifies to these things says, “Yes, I am coming soon.”
2 Peter 3:4 - “They will say, “Where is this ‘coming’ he promised? Ever since our ancestors died, everything goes on as it has since the beginning of creation.”

Matthew 24:44 - “So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.”
2 Peter 3:9 - "The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”

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#1,503: Don't Miss Your Opportunity May 21, 2026

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Think about this: You might miss greater opportunities from God if you can’t be trusted to obey God in the small things. There is a powerful question embedded in this verse: Can you be trusted with obeying God in the small things? Will you seize the small opportunities God gives you, recognizing they truly make a difference?

Main Points:
1. So often we miss these opportunities to serve God because they are small. We don’t recognize them as a chance to be a blessing to someone because, after all, it’s such a small thing. Instead, we are looking the big things. We are looking for open doors that are larger, more influential, and more notable. Yet, the great things done for God are really small things done with faithfulness.

2. Imagine a lifetime of being faithful to serve others, to encourage the discouraged, to pray for someone in need, to courageously share your faith, to feed the hungry, and to reach out to someone who is lonely. The cumulative impact of consistent small opportunities is staggering.

3. Think about what is missed when we miss our opportunities. Others miss experiencing the blessing of your contribution in their life. They miss your prayers, your encouragement, your witness, and your wisdom. But you also miss out. You miss the joy experienced when we step into these God-opportunities. You miss the fulfillment that comes when we serve the Lord. And you miss the will of God for your life.

Today’s Scripture Verses:

Ephesians 5:15-16 - “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity.”

Matthew 20:26-28 - “Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first among you must become your slave. For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

Luke 16:10 - “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.”

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#1,502: Things Jesus Never Told Us to Do May 20, 2026

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The New Testament is filled with “one another” statements. These are biblical instructions for how Christians are to act towards each other. As we read the New Testament, we come across commands like: love another, accept one another, forgive one another, pray for one another, encourage one another, and the list goes on. One count says there are 59 distinct “one another” statements in the New Testament.

While this is an amazing and inspiring list, we should also avoid the "one another's" that are not in scripture, such as: criticize one another, be judgmental of one another, point out one another's faults, condemn one another, be critical of one another, etc.

Main Points:
1. According to Jesus, our love for others is the distinctive mark of Christianity. We are to be known for our love.

2. The identifying mark of Christ followers is not in how we vote, what church we attend, what we wear, or the causes we embrace. Scripture may inform God’s desires in all of those things, but according to Jesus, the identifying mark of His followers is to love them with the same love we have received from God.

3. Like all spiritual disciplines, this takes intentionality. Who can you love today. How can you show it? How can you demonstrate it?

Today’s Scripture Verses:

Matthew 7:3-5 - ““And why worry about a speck in your friend’s eye when you have a log in your own? How can you think of saying to your friend, ‘Let me help you get rid of that speck in your eye,’ when you can’t see past the log in your own eye? Hypocrite! First get rid of the log in your own eye; then you will see well enough to deal with the speck in your friend’s eye.”

Philippians 2:12 - “…work out your own salvation with fear and trembling”
John 13:35 - “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

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#1,501: The Rewards for Memorizing Scripture May 19, 2026

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Imagine this! God promises stability, fruitfulness, and prosperity for memorizing and meditating on the Word of God. Here’s why. Scripture memorization keeps our hearts and minds set on God. When we are daily memorizing and meditating on scripture, our thoughts are on God. God’s Word transforms our thought process and as a result we make God honoring decisions with our lives.

Main Points:
1. Scripture memorization gives us the tools we need to fight temptation. In Luke chapter four, Jesus quoted scripture three times as he resisted Satan’s temptations. You and I can do the same thing.

2. When the topic of scripture memorization comes up, often people will tell me, “Loren, I just can’t memorize scripture. My memory isn’t what it used to be.” Some people are good at it, others are not.” But think about this. God will not ask us to do something that he will not also empower us to do. I believe the Holy Spirit will give us the strength and ability to memorize Bible verses, one at a time.

3. You can begin memorizing scripture right now. Select a verse that you find helpful and meaningful and begin to read it aloud, write it down, and quote it. Imagine memorizing a verse each week. In one year you would have 52 verses in your heart. I believe it would be life-changing.

Today’s Scripture Verses:

Psalm 1:2-3 - “Blessed is the person whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers.”
Joshua 1:8 - “Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.”
Colossians 3:16 - "...let the word of Christ dwell in us richly.”

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#1,500: Forming New Habits May 18, 2026

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It’s through the power of the Holy Spirit that we are able to break the patterns of the world that we have lived by for so long. Now, through Jesus, we can be transformed. This transformation takes place through a renewal in our minds. As a result, we begin to live by new patterns. Holy patterns. Holy habits.

Main Points:
1. In today’s culture, we sometimes talk about habits in a negative connotation. We’ll say, I’m struggling to break some bad habits.” But what if you could form some new habits? What if you and I developed some holy habits? What if we created some habits that helped us grow spiritually?

2. In addition to the habit of prayer, what if we developed the habit of reading God’s Word each day? What if we made time to worship each day? What could happen in our lives if we reconnected with being a part of a church each weekend? There are many wonderful habits you could create that would deepen your walk with God and enable you to be a blessing to others.

3. Imagine starting the habit of encouraging someone every day? Or, creating the habit of regularly using your gifts, talents, and time in a ministry? You could develop the habit of tithing to support your church or even giving above the tithe, to support missionaries who are sharing the gospel message.

Today’s Scripture Verses:

Romans 12:2 - “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”

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#1,499: When You Don't Understand May 15, 2026

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Of all the questions in life that go unanswered, it’s often the question of why. Everyone listening to this podcast episode has asked this question. Why? Why did this happen? Why am I going through this? Since this is a universal question, it brings up another great question: As Christians, how do we respond when we don’t understand?

Main Points:
1. Through the strength God provides us, let’s maintain our faith. Let’s hold onto His promises. May we have the courage to bless God on our difficult days. Let’s worship, not only in the good times but also in the bad. Regardless of our circumstances, the name of the Lord is to be praised.

2. May we not forget that our sovereign God has a plan and a purpose that we don’t always see at the moment. Trust in His character that He is a good and loving Heavenly Father. His plan, His purpose, and His path for our lives are right.

3. I know for many of you, these are potentially difficult words to hear. Your circumstances may be painful to endure. They were for Job, too. Yet, when we cannot understand God’s plan, let’s trust a God who has our lives and our future in His hands.

Today’s Scripture Verses:

Job 1:20-22 - “At this, Job got up and tore his robe and shaved his head. Then he fell to the ground in worship and said: “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will depart. The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised.” In all this, Job did not sin by charging God with wrongdoing.”

Job 2:9 - His wife said to him, “Are you still maintaining your integrity? Curse God and die!”

Job 2:10 - “He replied, “You are talking like a foolish woman. Shall we accept good from God, and not trouble?” In all this, Job did not sin in what he said.”

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#1,498: Does God Hear? May 14, 2026

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Have you ever felt like no one was listening to you? It can be hurtful when we feel that those around us are not listening to us. Everyone wants to be heard, but what about those times when it feels like God is not listening? Have you ever cried out to God and it seemed he wasn’t there? Did it feel as if God wasn’t listening? Maybe you wondered: "God, where are you?"

Main Points:
1. Today, I’m going to ask you to grab hold of the promise of God that He does hear our prayers. Our God is listening. Even if it feels as if God doesn’t hear, we can be assured that our great God hears every prayer.

2. Sometimes the cry of our heart is not verbal; it’s an inner cry. Many times, we carry this burden and this heaviness. Others see us with a smile not knowing the cry that is on our hearts. But God hears the silent cry. God hears the cry no one else hears.

3. Our God is not indifferent and uncaring. Bring your needs to Him. He loves us and listens to the cry of our hearts.

Today’s Scripture Verses:

Genesis 21:15-19 - “When the water in the skin was gone, she put the boy under one of the bushes. Then she went off and sat down about a bowshot away, for she thought, “I cannot watch the boy die.” And as she sat there, she began to sob. God heard the boy crying, and the angel of God called to Hagar from heaven and said to her, “What is the matter, Hagar? Do not be afraid; God has heard the boy crying as he lies there. Lift the boy up and take him by the hand, for I will make him into a great nation.” Then God opened her eyes and she saw a well of water. So she went and filled the skin with water and gave the boy a drink.”
Psalm 18:6 - ”In my distress, I called to the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him, into his ears."

Psalm 116:1-2 - ”I love the LORD, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I live."

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