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What giant are you facing today, and are you trusting its size—or God's strength? How can remembering God's faithfulness give you courage to face what's ahead? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #DavidAndGoliath #TheBattleIsTheLords #OvercomingGiants

As we begin the book of 1 Samuel, we are moving into a series of books having to do with the kings of Israel. More often than not, they prove to be a curse rather than a blessing. How about the King of Kings? Is He like that? What can we expect out of Jesus as our heavenly King? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #1Samuel #KingJesus #KingofKings

How can Samson’s story in the Book of Judges teach us about the danger of wasting the God-given potential and purpose He has given us? In what ways do we, like Samson, allow ourselves to blend in with the world instead of relying on the Holy Spirit to do the great things God has called us to do? Take a listen and find out! #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookOfJudges #SamsonStory #GodGivenPurp...

Do you ever feel like you are just going around in circles? As we begin the Book of Judges, God's people are doing just that because of their insistence on disobedience. What can we learn from this and how can we step out of that vicious circle of disobedience, discipline, and repentance? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookOfJudges #Repentance #FaithJourney

God’s review of Israel’s history in Joshua 24 focuses on His grace rather than their failures, showing what it means when He forgives sins and remembers them no more. Because of Jesus, we can let go of guilt, forgive others, and serve God with thankful hearts. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookOfJoshua #GodsGrace #ForgivenAndFree

One of the most repeated phrases in the Bible from God to us is, "remember." How often do you intentionally seek to remember what God has done? How frequently do you remember your baptism? Why is that important? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookOfJoshua #BaptismLife #NewLifeInChrist

Believers are called to pass the “baton of faith” to others, just as Moses mentored Joshua, trusting that God equips ordinary people to share His truth. We may make mistakes along the way, but God calls us to keep courageously sharing the Gospel with love and faithfulness. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Deuteronomy #GreatCommission #PassTheBaton

In Deuteronomy four, Moses states, "what other nation is so great as to have such righteous laws!" What makes God's laws so good? And what does that have to do with "the toddlers's creed"? Take a listen and find out! #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Deuteronomy #ToddlersCreed #TheGreatCommandment #RevivalGeneration

Moses reminds God’s people in Deuteronomy to break the cycle of fear and sin by trusting the Lord completely and loving Him with all their heart, soul, and strength. Even when we fail, Jesus gives us grace, forgiveness, and the promise of the true Promised Land. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Deuteronomy #PromisedLand

Routines. We all have them, some good, some not. As we finish up the book of Numbers, the Lord establishes daily, weekly, monthly, and annual routines that are good for his Old Testament people. Does he do the same for us? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofNumbers #Routines #QuietTime #SeekTheLord

The Israelites’ constant complaining showed a lack of trust in God despite His provision and led to painful consequences. We’re called to turn from grumbling and fix our eyes on Jesus, where we find forgiveness and peace. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofNumbers #ChooseGratitude #FixYourEyesOnJesus #StopComplaining

Do you ever have to learn things "the hard way"? Unfortunately, we all sometimes do. But that is not God's best for us. In Pastor Clark's sermon, he shows how God's people in the wilderness were meant to be examples for us so that we wouldn't have to learn the hard way! #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofNumbers #StayOrGo #GodProvides

The Book of Numbers reveals how the Israelites failed to keep God at the center, choosing fear over faith and facing the consequences. Yet God remains faithful, pointing to Jesus and reminding us that true purpose comes from putting Him first. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofNumbers #FaithOverFear #PutGodFirst

How did the Old Testament people know that God accepted their sacrifices and they were truly forgiven? How can we truly know that God accepted Jesus's sacrifice on our behalf as well? Can we know for sure? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Bookof Leviticus #Accepted #HeIsRisen

Like forgotten passwords, sin kept people locked out of God’s presence, and sacrifices could only cover the problem. Jesus became the true “password,” opening direct access to God through His sacrifice. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Bookof Leviticus #PasswordProblem #Hosanna

Have you ever designed a perfect plan for somebody only to have them make a total mess of it? God’s plan for his Old Testament people was amazing! How did His people respond? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofExodus #PerfectPlan #ChosenPeople

Pastor Ryan reflects on the Israelites’ journey out of Egypt and how it reminded them of God’s past deliverance, gave them reasons to praise Him, and pointed to promises still to come. In the same way, it shows us what we need for our daily journey—reminders of God’s faithfulness, a heart ready to worship, and confidence in the future He has promised through Christ. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBi...

Does it ever seem like God is taking his "own sweet time"? Do you ever pray for God to help you, and it seemingly gets worse?? How do you deal with it when this happens to you? Pastor Clark addresses this subject as we begin the book of Exodus in our two-year read through the Bible! #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofExodus #StoryofMoses #PassoverLamb #TrustGodsTiming

Pastor Chris Ryan points to the life of Joseph as a powerful reminder that we are Christ’s ambassadors wherever God places us. Even when circumstances are difficult or we fall short, God is with us, offering forgiveness through Jesus and using us to reflect His grace to others. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofGenesis #JosephsStory #FaithInEverySeason

The Oreo illustration highlights how easy it is to trade something immensely valuable for a short-term craving—just like Jacob misjudged what reconciliation would cost and like we misjudge God’s grace. Pastor Ryan uses the books of Genesis and Gospel of Luke, to show the message is clear: we assume we must pay our way back, but instead we find a God who has already covered the cost and runs toward...

Have you ever been called controlling? Why do we try to control so many things in our lives? It's because of fear! Is there a better way of dealing with fear and the need to control? Pastor Clark uses the story of Jacob and Esau to show how control never leads to anything good and a how to respond in a godly and wise way. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofGenesis  #GodIsInControl

Kind of like a reminder on a smartwatch, God patiently reminds us of His promises when we forget or doubt. From Abraham to the cross, Scripture shows that God is a promise-making, promise-keeping God, and when we forget, we’re called to look to the cross and say, “Amen—yes, yes, it shall be so.” #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofGenesis #PromiseKeeper

For 37 chapters Job and his friends argued over why bad things were happening to Job. In the end, God speaks, showing both His wisdom and man's foolishness.  #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofJob #WereYouThere

A dramatic Jeopardy upset and Job’s life of loss are paired to show that true victory comes from answering one essential question about hope beyond suffering and death. The message highlights a living kinsman redeemer—Jesus—as the source of redemption, restoration, and lasting faith. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofJob #HopeinSuffering #KinsmanRedeemer

On our journey through the Bible, we come upon the book of Job. Job was a man who had everything and then lost everything. His friends came to comfort him, but after a good start, they failed miserably. What can we learn about grief and how to comfort someone going through it from this difficult book? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofJob #HopeinHardTimes #WordsMatter