We are valuable because we are soul bearers. We are valuable because we are made in God's likeness. We have the image of God in us.

The Holy Spirit is a gift from God. How do you honor the gift giver? You use up that gift.

And He says what? It is good, this is good! Instead of mulling over in His mind what work must be done the next day or begin to tackle the problems of the next day, God takes time to stop in that rhythm and reflect.

When we pray, we are speaking directly to God. When we pray we are using His name to address Him but are we doing so with proper reverence and respect? Are we approaching Him with humility and awe, recognizing His majesty and His holiness? Are we treating prayer like a casual conversation?

Seeing God as a means of getting what we want, that is idolatry. Remember the Scripture, "I, the Lord your God am a jealous God.

There are certain things that God did not give to us that we thought we wanted and in retrospect, we often said, "Amen! Thank you God for your wisdom. You knew better than me. I was confused about thinking that I needed that."

Be an intentional follower of Jesus Christ. Start and end your day with God. Be self-aware of your thoughts and question whether your thoughts are pleasing to God.

God's love is transformational.

On Easter Sunday, Dr. Doug Baker encourages the congregation to embrace new life in Christ, giving up sin and despair for joy and purpose. What areas of my life still reflect the hold of "death"—sin, fear, or despair?

Dr. Doug Baker recounts Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Though the crowd's loyalty was fleeting, Jesus chose to remain faithful to God's mission. As you willing to choose faithfulness to God, even when it's unpopular?