Val's Word Of The Day

As believers, we are either planted or potted. The storms of life will reveal our foundation. So how can we develop deep roots? How can we be a people that are planted, not potted? Join me as we look at Gods word on how we can develop deep roots. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

Does our work have value? Are we wasting our time at our jobs? What does the gospel have to say about work? Listen to my latest episode "Am I wasting my time at work?" Be encouraged, and remember, no job is wasted when done unto the Lord. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

God's passion is people. God wants us to be a people that are all about people. In this episode, I unpack Luke 15:1-7 and talk about God's heart for the lost. It is not the healthy who need a doctor but the sick. Let's pay attention who God is placing in our lives. Let's love people well. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

We often wonder how long our pain will last. The good news is that there is coming a day where there will be no more pain or tears. Our trials will expire! Be encouraged as you dive into todays message. Join me as we look at Job 8:21- He will once again fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy.

Galatians 5:25 tells us to "Live by the Spirit." What does this practically look like in our daily lives? Join me as we look at Galatians 5:25 Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

In Mathew 5:44, Jesus calls us to, "Love our enemies." How can we practically walk in this love? Join me as I share practical ways we can love our enemies. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

In James 4:7, we are told to, "Resist the devil." So how can we resist the devil? What are practical ways we can wage war against the enemy? Join me as we look at James 4:7 on Val's Word Of The Day. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

1Timothy 6:12, reminds us to "Fight the good fight." Not every battle is worth fighting. Are we fighting the right battles? Join me as I share practicals ways to fight the good of faith. Be encouraged as you start this week! God is for you. https://www.valtopalu.com/

How do we put on the armor of God? How can we prepare for the day of evil? Join me as I share practical steps on putting on the armor. https://www.valtopalu.com/

Will we choose to believe what God's word says about who we are? How can we identify the lies of the enemy? What are his lies and what weapons has God given us to fight back? Join me as I continue to unpack how we can walk with confidence in our God-given identity. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

Let's continue talking about Identity Wounds and who we really are in Christ. This is part two. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

Let's talk about identity. In a world that is constantly trying to form us, where do we draw our identity from? Do we create our identity? Is our identity given to us? How do we work through past trauma and wounds that have impacted our identity? Tune in! Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

In a culture that is so accustomed to gossip, the people of God are called to a higher standard. In this episode, I talk about the deadly sin of gossip and the cure to gossip. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

What is the sin that will kill us? The subtle, sneaky sin of pride. Let's talk about it. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

There is so much confusion about what it means to be "called." What is my calling? How can I discover my calling? What does the Bible have to say about fulfilling our calling? Join me as I provide practical, biblical steps on discovering our calling. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

Peace. How do we get it? How do we protect it? Is it even possible to live a life of peace? Join me as I provide practical tools on living a life of peace. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

One of the most comforting verses in all of scripture is Philippians 1:6-being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. As believers, we have assurance that it is God who started the work and it is God who will finish the work in our lives. Don't lose heart. Our transformation may be slow, but he is changing us daily!...

In Mathew 2:1-12, we read about two kings. One king is ruthless, while the other is one who seeks to protect and shepherd his people. In this episode, I look at both kings and draw practical life lessons from their lives. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

If you've ever gone from discouragement, to despair, and even hopelessness, living can be hard. This episode is to those who are struggling to live. God has a lot to say to us about discouragement and despair. Join me as we dive into this brand new episode titled "When Living Is Hard." Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

Don't shrink back! Share the gospel! This is part two of practical ways of sharing the gospel and why we shouldn't fear sharing the good news. Be encouraged. Our job is to share, God does the converting. Don't forget to rate and review this podcast! Thank you for your ongoing support. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

The call to share the gospel is not only for the pastors, leaders and those with a bible degree. Sharing the gospel is for regular people, like you and I who are simply faithful where God has placed us. Join me as I share practical ways we can share our faith in everyday life. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

If you could go back to your teenage years, what are some things you wish you knew? Join me as I share from the title "My Message To Teenagers." Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

In Luke 15:11-32, we find a story of two sons. Two lost sons. One is out partying, lost in the world, while the other son is lost in the fathers house. We also notice the consistent love of the Father. What can we learn from this parable? Join me as we look at the story of the prodigal son. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

Rejection is inevitable. At some point in life, we will all experience the pain of rejection. So how can we heal from the pain of rejection? Join me as I unpack Mark 6:1-13, where Jesus gives us clear steps on how we can handle rejection. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

In Mathew 7:24-27, Jesus tells us a parable about a wise and foolish man. One man built on a rock, while the other built on sand. Today, many are building on sand, and it is only a matter of time until the storms come, which will reveal our true foundation. So how can we be sure our foundation is built on the rock? What does it mean to build on the rock? Join me as I provide practical tools on how...