Heart Truth Devotions

Today, we’ll be in Mark 3:14-15 talking about how anointing comes after commitment.  "They were to accompany him, and he would send them out to preach, giving them authority to cast out demons.” Mark 3:14-15 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to accomplish our miss...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 3:14 talking about how the disciples weren’t chosen because of their resumes, but their hearts.  “Then he appointed twelve of them and called them his apostles. They were to accompany him, and he would send them out to preach…” Mark 3:14 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 1:44-45 talking about a man who couldn’t stay silent. “Don’t tell anyone about this. Instead, go to the priest and let him examine you. Take along the offering required in the law of Moses for those who have been healed of leprosy. This will be a public testimony that you have been cleansed. But the man went and spread the word, proclaiming to everyone what had happened.” M...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 1:41-42 talking about the willingness of Jesus to heal. “Moved with compassion, Jesus reached out and touched him. “I am willing,” he said. “Be healed!” Instantly the leprosy disappeared, and the man was healed.” Mark 1:41-42 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is j...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 1:40 talking about the posture of your prayers.  “A man with leprosy came and knelt in front of Jesus, begging to be healed. “If you are willing, you can heal me and make me clean,” he said.” Mark 1:40 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to a...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 1:40 talking about how Jesus meets us in our desperation.  “A man with leprosy came and knelt in front of Jesus, begging to be healed. “If you are willing, you can heal me and make me clean,” he said.” Mark 1:40 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 1:38-39 talking about how Jesus was never distracted by expectations . “But Jesus replied, “We must go on to other towns as well, and I will preach to them, too. That is why I came.” So he traveled throughout the region of Galilee, preaching in the synagogues and casting out demons.” Mark 1:38-39 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the peopl...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 1:35 looking at why Jesus set his alarm so early. “Before daybreak the next morning, Jesus got up and went out to an isolated place to pray.” Mark 1:35 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to accomplish our mission online and you can help us b...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 1:30-31 looking at how we’re not called to merely believe. “Now Simon’s mother-in-law was sick in bed with a high fever. They told Jesus about her right away. So he went to her bedside, took her by the hand, and helped her sit up. Then the fever left her…” Mark 1:30-31 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and...

Today, we’ll be in Hebrews 13:8 looking at the cost of losing our focus on Jesus. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” Hebrews 13:8 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to accomplish our mission online and you can help us by leaving reviews on yo...

Today, we’ll be in John 8:36 talking about walking in confidence instead of fear… “So if the son sets you free, you are truly free.” John 8:36 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to accomplish our mission online and you can help us by leaving reviews on your podcast...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 1:25-26 looking at a command of Jesus that changed everything. “‘Be quiet!’ Said Jesus sternly. ‘Come out of him!’ The evil spirit shook the man violently and came out of him with a shriek.” Mark 1:25-26 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to...

Today, we’ll be in mark 1:23-24 looking at what demons are really after. ‘“Just then a man in their synagogue who was possessed by an evil spirit cried out, “what do you want with us, Jesus of Nazareth?” Mark 1:23-24 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to accomplish...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 7:30 talking about how God takes notice of bold faith…  “And when she arrived home, she found her little girl ;lying quietly in bed, and the demon was gone.” Mark 7:30 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to accomplish our mission online and y...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 7:28 talking about how tenacious faith makes all the difference… “She replied, ‘That’s true, Lord, but even the dogs under the table are allowed to eat the scraps from the children’s plates.’” Mark 7:28 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to...

Today, we’ll be in Mark 7:27 talking about how testing isn’t a rejection, it’s an invitation. “Jesus told her, ‘First I should feed the children—my own family, the Jews. It isn’t right to take food from the children and throw it to the dogs.” Mark 7:27 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast i...

Today, we’ll be in James 1:3-4 talking about three things faith is not… “For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing.” James 1:3-4 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God....

Today, we’ll be in 1 Corinthians 4:2 talking about what your daily decisions reveal about your readiness… “In this regard, it is required that managers be found faithful.” 1 Corinthians 4:2 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to accomplish our mission online and you...

Today, we’ll be in 1 Corinthians 4:1 looking at the danger of giving God your leftovers. “A person should think of us in this way: as servants of Christ and managers of the mysteries of God.” 1 Corinthians 4:1

Today, we’ll be in 1 Corinthians 4:1-2 talking about the highest honor you might be overlooking… “A person should think of us in this way: as servants of Christ and managers of the mysteries of God. In this regard, it is required that managers be found faithful.” 1 Corinthians 4:1-2 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of...

Today, we’ll be in 1 Corinthians 4 talking about how faithfulness is greater than success. “A person should think of us in this way: as servants of Christ and managers of the mysteries of God. In this regard, it is required that managers be found faithful.” 1 Corinthians 4:1-2 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God....

Today, we’ll be in Matthew 25:25, 30 looking at the dangerous cost of playing it safe. “I was afraid I would lose your money, so I hid it in the earth. Look, here is your money back… Now throw this useless servant into outer darkness, where there will be weeping and nashing of teeth.” Matthew 25: 25, 30 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the m...

Today, we’ll be in Matthew 25:21 looking at the joy of serving with eternity in mind… “The master was full of praise. ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let’s celebrate together!” Matthew 25:21 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the...

Today, we’ll be in Matthew 25:15 looking at how much your gifts matter. “He gave five bags of silver to one, two bags of silver to another, and one bag of silver to the last—dividing it in proportion to their abilities. He then left on his trip.” Matthew 25:15 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth p...

Today, we’ll be in Psalm 100:4 looking at what your worship can do for others. “For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.” Psalm 100:5 Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to accomplish our mission...