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Psalm 139 says that God knows you intimately and personally inside and out. Is that a good thing? How does one little word used nine times in our readings for this week answer that question? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Psalm139 #OneLittleWord #Righteousness

How can we respond to God’s incredible generosity by joyfully giving our time, talents, and treasures?  Listen as Pastor Chris Ryan shares how we can live generously and faithfully steward all that God has entrusted to us! #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #ChristianGenerosity #FaithfulStewardship #CheerfulGiver

Are your thoughts spiraling into fear, worry, or doubt? What if you paused, compared those thoughts to God’s Word, and remembered that He has never abandoned you and His love never fails? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Psalm42 #TruthOverLies #TakeEveryThoughtCaptive

How do you respond to a rebellious child? And what if that child is so rebellious that he wants to take your job and maybe even your life? This is the situation in which King David found himself in our readings for this week. What can we learn from his surprising response about the heart of God? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #KingDavid #Absalom #HeartOfGod #LoveLikeJesus

David fled his betrayer, but Jesus walked toward His. Which direction are you running? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #DoTheOpposite #LikeJesus #KingDavid

We all make mistakes. But what should we do once we realize we have sinned? David, "the man after God's own heart", shows us what NOT to do! #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #KingDavid #Repentance #FleeTemptation

What do we give the God who has everything? This message reminds us that God desires more than going through the motions—He wants our genuine gratitude, our troubles, and our daily surrender to Him. Through Jesus, we see the depth of God’s love and the incredible gift He has given us. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #SurrenderToGod #GodsLove #Gratitude

Personality-wise, are you particular in what you like or dislike? If so, know this: God is a bit like that as well! What is God most particular about and why? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #WorshipInSpiritAndTruth #PraiseGod

Have you ever felt like you were walking through a dark valley, wondering where God was—only to discover that His presence was all you really needed? Because Jesus experienced Psalm 22, we can experience the comfort of Psalm 23. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Psalm22 #Psalm23 #GoodShepherd

Do you ever feel disqualified from being used by God in big ways? Is it your sinful past? Is it your perceived lack of gifts and talents? What kinds of people does God typically use? I think you will be pleasantly surprised! #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #GodCanUseYou #UnlikelyWinners #HereIAmSendMe

What is the Lord taught you about himself recently? Are you supposed to keep that to yourself? Or does God have something he wants you to do with that? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #GenerationalFaith #PassTheFaith #LeaveALegacy

Have you ever wondered what spiritual season you're in—and how God is blessing you right where you are? Listen to discover how God walks with you through every season of life, leading you toward the eternal spring He has prepared for you. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #FaithJourney #Psalm84 #EverySeason             

Why do we worship God? Have you ever thought about it? In the assigned psalms for this week, we have several reasons to give Him our worship and praise! #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookOfPsalms #NoFoolsOnlyFaith

How do you find peace when worries about your past or fears about your future keep you awake at night? Listen to discover how Psalm 121 reminds us that while we sleep, God never does—and He is faithfully watching over us. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Psalm121 #RestInGod #SleepInPeace

Have you ever heard the phrase, "my way or the highway"? In our readings for this week, we see "my way" represented by King Saul who made a habit of insisting on doing things his way. By contrast, David sought to do things "the Most High's way"! Which choice do you most often make? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #MyWayOrGodsWay #TheMostHigh’sWay

Where do you find your identity—in what you do or in who God says you are? Listen to this week's message to discover the unchanging identity God has already given you through Jesus. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #1Samuel #KingSaul #IdentityInChrist

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