Within the marriage covenant, two people become one in every way. But what happens when the two individuals still act on their own selfishness within covenant? The security, honesty, and healing is jepardized inside of what was designed to be a place of refuge.

Be careful which voices you listen to! As 1 John 4 encourages us, test the spirit to see if the counsel you are receiving is from the Lord. Knowing the difference between the voice of the enemy and the voice of your allies is key. The voice of an ally will help you master sin before sin masters you!

How will you respond if your life doesn't progress like you hoped? How will you respond to trials and even tragedy? Both of these questions draw out the heart of the believer and where their true faith and hope rests. If you never achieved one more thing, would you be satisfied with Christ and where he has brought you?

Over the past 10 years, the Lord has shown His favor towards His church. We have seen miracles, baptisms, and so much more! As time progresses, we will continue to strive to be the church of Acts 2:42; devoting ourselves to the teaching of scripture, fellowship, commuion, and prayer!

In Matthew 22, Jesus shares the two greatest commandments: (1) Love God with all our heart, soul, and mind and (2) Love others as ourselves. How do you know you're committed to loving God? When you delight in serving the Lord, our desire to please Him in word and deed continues to deepen. We begin to grow in Christ-like love towards His people. We can't help but share his love with others!

You need "Rooftop" friends! As the Lord leads you, you need to be surrounded by friends who encourage, correct, and help you get into the presence of Jesus! Just like the friends of the paralyzed man in Mark chapter 2, be a friend that gets people to Jesus by any means necessary.

Everyday, human beings find new things to be worried about! Whether it be finances, relationships, or even the future, we have a constant internal battle for control of timelines and outcomes. Matthew would remind us in chapter 6 that God has promised provision for every need to believers who simply surrender control and seek the kingdom of God first!

BE CAREFUL! Honor is rare when familiarity is high. When we become all too familiar with Jesus, we are blind to who Jesus truly is and to his mighty hand moving!

In John 15:11, Jesus' purpose for sharing His words of life is for every believer to obtain FULLNESS of joy! Not a fleeting happiness or some kind seasonal contentment, but a lasting joy that doesn't come from our circumstances. This is a joy that peacefully rests completely in the hope of Jesus Christ!

In the midst of all the chaos, King Jesus comes to provide a peace that goes beyond human understanding to guard our hearts. Will you make room for peace? Where there is a temptation to store vengeance, conflict, and offense, choose to allow the Lord to fill your heart with peace and allow it to determine every thought, word, and deed.