Jesus is the Good Shepherd who knows everything about us and would never leave us or forsake us. There are many in this world who claim to care about us (and some might), but we're not their first and greatest concern. When the wolf comes (which is the Enemy or some great evil), the hired hands run away. But the Good Shepherd stays and fights for us. Jesus cares so much he willingly laid down his life for us. However, Jesus sheep know his voice and follow Him. Are you one of Jesus beloved sheep?

Amid an uncertain world and dangers of all kind, Jesus says, "I Am the gate. Those who come in through me will be saved." We are very vulnerable and desperately need God to save us. We don't deserve it, but God is merciful and willing to save all who come to Him in faith through Jesus Christ. This is a message of hope for a world in desperate need.

Jesus told us exactly who he is. He said he is God and the Light of the World who reveals Divine Truth that leads to eternal life. Those who follow him will not stumble, but those who reject him are walking in darkness. Christ's light reveals secret, hidden motives in a sinful world and calls us to tun to him and walk with him in the light.

Who is Jesus? He told us exactly who he is through 7 statements in the Gospel of John. In the first statement, Jesus said, "I AM the bread of life." This podcast explains how a relationship with Jesus is the only thing that can truly fulfill you at the deepest level of your being. It's the only thing that really lasts because it's the reason you exist.

Prayer is essential for every Christian. It is the life blood of who we are and how we live. What is prayer and how can we pray? Here is one simple way you could pray for 30 minutes or more each day.

God loves His creation--including the animals. He always has and always will. He saved the animals with Noah's ark and He will save the animals in the end, right along with you and me. This message explains what the Bible says about animals in eternity. Ultimately, we must repent and turn to God through Jesus Christ so we will treat the animals and the planet with the care God expects.

We live on God's Green Earth and He loves His creation. How can we care for the world God gave us?

Jesus gives us a grand vision of a feast in the Kingdom of Heaven to help us conquer our excuses and make changes and develop the healthy habits we need to live for the Kingdom of God.

The 3rd of the 10 commandments says, "Do not bear the Lord's name in vain." What does it mean? How do you carry the Lord's name and how might you do it in vain? This command is not about what many of us were taught growing up. Listen to this podcast and make a goal to bear the Lord's name properly this year.

The annual state of the communion address reviews the highlights of 2019 at Pleasant Grove UMC in Dalton, GA and looks forward to serving Jesus in 2020. Jesus told his followers to seek God's Kingdom and righteousness with all their efforts. How will you serve the Lord in 2020?