Val's Word Of The Day

Moving from California to Tennessee has been a rollercoaster. In this episode, I share lessons I learned from the move. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

The Bible has a lot to say about bitterness. How do we overcome bitterness? What are signs that we have grown bitter? How does the gospel inform us on handling bitterness? Join me as I share a gospel centered response on overcoming bitterness. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

It's one thing to exist, it's another to live. Jesus said, "I am the bread of life." He reminds us he alone has the power to sustain us. We often fill our lives with temporary pleasures and we always crave more. The good news? When we taste the bread of life, we will be filled. Once we taste and see that a vibrant relationship with Jesus really does satisfy, all competing idols will be burned. Why...

The command to make disciples of all nations is not reserved for pastors, church leaders or those who have a biblical education. The gospel is advanced through ordinary people who are simply faithful where God has placed them. Join me as I share practical ways to share the gospel.  Connect With Me. https://www.valtopalu.com/

The resurrection is at the heart of the Christian faith. Without the resurrection, there is no Christianity. If there is no resurrection, our labor is in vain and forgiveness is not available to us. Join me as I share a gospel centered message on the power of the resurrection. It is the resurrection that gives us a future hope, provides salvation, and reminds us God is able! Christ is risen! Conne...

As we look at the way we've ordered our lives, the truth is- many of us are too busy to follow Jesus. In this episode, I challenge my listeners to look at the way we've all ordered our lives and answer this simple question - Am I too busy to follow Jesus? Join me as we unpack Mathew 11:28 and look at what it really means to follow Jesus and how we can order our lives to "Seek first th...

In a world that is filled with so much information, our nation is starving for wisdom. But not just wisdom, godly wisdom. How do we walk in wisdom? How can we grow in wisdom? How can we build our lives on godly wisdom? Join me as I share a gospel-centered response on wisdom. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

How do we overcome dry seasons? If you've ever struggled to connect with God, reached a dry season, and if you're starting to lose faith, this message is for you. Join me on Val's Word Of The Day as I resource you with gospel truths to help you overcome your dry season. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

How can we practically walk in the love God is calling us to? How can we love our enemies? Join me as I share a practical message on walking in love. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

The Bible has a lot to say about forgiveness. In this episode, I share what forgiveness is and what it is not. Join me as I provide a gospel centered response on forgiveness. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

In this episode, I answer the question- Why are people leaving Christianity? Join me as I share the top three reasons people are departing from the faith. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

In a fast paced world, many struggle to take a day off. Being a workaholic has become the norm. In fact, the world tells us that the busier we are, the more value we have. This is far from the truth. Our worth is not measured by how much we produce! The Bible has a lot to say on the sabbath. Exodus 20:8 tells us to "Remember the sabbath day by keeping it holy." The reason we are told to...

Do we really need the church? Some don't view the church as an essential part of their faith. Many have given up on the church. So what is the purpose of the church and are we really called to be a part of an imperfect community? After all, the church is made up of imperfect people, and lets be honest, its messy! What does God's word have to say about the importance of the church? Join me as I sha...

With the start of a brand new year, what is the right way to begin 2024? Listen to my first episode of 2024 and receive practical steps in making this year count. As we plan this year, I would strongly encourage all of us to hold our plans loosely and leave room for God to disrupt our plans. He is a good shepherd and his ways are much better than hours. If he chooses to disrupt our plans, remember...

The way up is down. In a time where self has become an idol, how do we walk in humility? How can we become a people who seek to serve others? What does genuine humility look like? Jesus was humble and gentle in heart. (Mathew 11:29) The gospel has a lot to say about humility. Join me as I share a gospel centered response to humility. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

The three biggest tests in life we will all take have to do with money, lust, and pride. If we want to finish our race well, we need to wage war against the three. Join me as I provide a gospel-centered response to money, lust and pride. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

Peace. We all crave it. Will we ever have peace with all the turmoil in our world? How can we pursue peace? How can we be at peace with God and one another? Join me as I share the good news of the gospel. Peace is a person. His name is Jesus. Connect With Me- https://www.valtopalu.com/

What is the miracle of Christmas? Was Jesus really fully God and fully man? And why does this matter? Listen to my latest episode as I share on the miracle of Christmas. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

What is the true meaning of Christmas? The real reason Christmas exists is because sin exists. In fact, we cannot talk about Christmas if we don't talk about sin. Listen to this episode as I share why Christmas really exists and why many reject the real gift- Jesus himself. Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

We've all had moments in life where we have felt hopeless. Where do we turn to in moments where we feel we can't go on any longer? Is there hope? What does the Bible have to offer to those feeling hopeless? Listen to this episode and be encouraged. If there is breath in your lungs, you have a purpose, you have hope. For More Episodes Visit- https://www.valtopalu.com/

What is the highest calling of every Christian? It is to abide in Jesus. In this episode, I unpack John 15 and explain what it means to abide in Jesus. Bearing fruit is a result of abiding in Jesus. Stay attached to Jesus! Connect With Me: https://www.valtopalu.com/

Is Advent really a big deal? What is the purpose of Advent and should we observe it? In this episode, I provide a biblical answer to Advent and it's importance for the believer.

Should thanksgiving look different for the Christian? What does the Bible say about living a life of expressed gratitude? In this episode, I unpack the key to thanksgiving and share practical ways we can express our gratitude.

If we get the gospel wrong, we get christianity wrong. There are many gospels being preached today that are false. In this episode, I share the what the gospel is and how we can apply the gospel to our lives.

The greatest joy you and I have is surrendering our lives to Jesus. In this episode, I answer the question- What does a surrendered life like look like for the Christian? Join me as I dive into God's word and provide practical ways we can live out a life of surrender. For More Episodes, Visit- https://www.valtopalu.com/