Christ Journey Church

“Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness and all these things will be added to you.” Matthew 6:33   “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways submit to him and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6

“I know that the Lord has given you this land and that a great fear of you has fallen on us, so that all who live in this country are melting in fear because of you. We have heard how the Lord dried up the water of the Red Sea for you when you came out of Egypt, and what you did to Sihon and Og, the two kings of the Amorites east of the Jordan, whom you completely destroyed." Joshua 2:9-10

“I will give you every place where you set your foot, as I promised Moses.” Joshua 1:3 God has given you promises in the Bible to set you up for success. As we enter into God's promised land, life is not about you making promises to God, but about God’s promises to you coming true. Ready to take little steps that will lead to BIG change?

“This is my command - be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 Do you want to know what living VERY strong and courageous looks like in the face of hardship?

A.S.K. – Ask. Seek. Knock. Is there something that comes to mind that was a BIG answer to prayer?

What does glory mean? And why does it matter? Glory refers to God’s being. The birth of Jesus is a story of glory. Christmas glory bringing His glory to our lives. Jesus brings it in the most breathtaking way imaginable - as a full-term, newborn human baby boy…

We live in a world at war – in nations, homes, families, hearts. We need peace this Christmas. More peace. Más peace.

God voluntarily reveals himself through the magnificence of creation and the matchless incarnation of Jesus Christ for the sheer JOY of it.  Help others find the gift of JOY Jesus has for them.

Today, we begin our advent season, which marks the 4 weeks that lead up to the birth of Jesus Christ, in a new series called, ‘Christ-MAS’ - and for our non-South Floridian friends, ‘más’ means more in English.

Many of us, when we are plugged into ourselves, discover we don't have everything we need for ourselves by ourselves. Part of growing up is coming to understand there are things you can't do for yourself. There are things only God can do for you.

We understand that giving thanks isn’t simply a polite practice. It’s a proactive faith perspective that sees God at work and says, ‘Thank you’ to align with the vision before it is made manifest. But did Jesus ever say “thank you”? It matters to ask this question because we consider Him our role model and ultimate mentor.

When the power of gratitude rises in the human soul, it shows up with phrases like: “I don't know how to thank you,” or “I have no words.” So how can we say thanks in moments like that? The answer is simple, pay it forward. Respond to the kindness you received by being kind to someone else.

Make this Thanksgiving season something more than business as usual. What would it look like if you faced your battles thanking the Lord instead of complaining about them? Or treated others with respect and courtesy? Times may be bad, but God is still good. Enter God’s presence daily with thanksgiving in your heart, and watch God work. 

Do you have any special items that trigger memories or feelings you never want to forget? God has a calendar of events as well, rhythms for us to remember and help us rely on Him.

There can be no legacy without leadership readied and empowered for the task. Jesus’ success equips us to be successors in this world – and as successors, we are to live our lives like shepherds helping people find their way.

Justice is always a work in progress, requiring people to keep working for what’s fair and right. Women have a voice, men are to seek God’s wisdom and follow it, and as Christians we are to step up into our inheritance! What does God want you to ask for today?

Our culture has been like the proverbial ‘frog in the kettle’, unaware of its danger as the water keeps getting hotter. While more and more sexual immorality is accepted as the norm in society, we have an opportunity to make agreements with it or not. There are situations in life where, if you don't make up your mind before you get in them, your unmade mind will unmake you. Where do you stand?

Balaam was a false prophet, diviner, magician – a private contractor paid to get things done. The Lord wasn’t pleased with his deceit. Balaam’s story of religious deception is complex, disturbing, and way too common – then and now. Too many fall prey to the lies and selfishness of these kinds of individuals. So, how do we tell the difference between a pastor/leader who seeks to faithfully serve an...

Some of the biggest battles of our lives happen inside of us - attitudes, impulses and behavioral patterns, thought filters that need to be dealt with. We may be saved, but still enslaved. So what are we to do?

Unbelief makes a mess and threatens our opportunity to experience the promises of God. How does God help our unbelief? He may give us a test, but not to fail us. Testing circumstances put the squeeze on so we can see what's on the inside.

You may need to say ‘no’ to a few things starting today, so that you can say ‘yes’ to all of the blessings God has for you. If you want to get the most out of your wilderness, you need to live connected to God and connected to His people.

Our wilderness experiences in life serve as training practicums. As we go, God helps us grow, equipping us to face the challenges. Jesus will take us through them - just like taking ancient Israel through the wilderness.

God gave instructions on building a ‘mobile unit’ designed to travel with the Israelites to help tend their wounds and keep them safe spiritually, physically, emotionally and relationally – the Tabernacle. Here, the priests would perform directions God gave them for the people and dwell with them. Seven furnishings in the tabernacle facilitated the people being connected and clean, and these are r...

This week, the Exodus journey brings us to the Ten Commandments. These were given to guard and to guide. What are these guardrails protecting? Where are they directing?

Throughout generations, people have been held captive by the “gods” of their culture and, in turn, abuse, mistreat, and take other people captive because of it. How are we supposed to get free and not suffer anymore from false gods and stubborn hardness of heart?