Ever feel like you were made for more than the life you’re living? In this compelling message, Pastor Richard uses the vivid contrast between chickens and eagles to help us see the spiritual transformation God offers. We're not born eagles, we're born chickens, stuck in fear, grounded by sin, and scratching out a survival. But when we surrender our lives to Jesus, we're made into something entirely new: a creation capable of soaring. Too many of us are eagles still thinking like chickens, saved but still stuck, loved but still living small. But God didn’t save you just to sit. He saved you to soar. You’re not who you used to be, so stop living like you are. There’s a life of purpose, power, and freedom waiting for those who trust Him fully.

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In this Mother’s Day message, Richard Ellis honors the strength, character, and impact of godly women. Using Scripture and personal stories, he urges men and children to praise the women in their lives publicly, reminding us that a home built on Christ and filled with encouragement is one that thrives.

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God wants to say yes to our prayers, but often He’s waiting for a yes from us first. Prayer isn’t about getting what we want—it’s about aligning our hearts with His will. When we seek Him persistently, with faith, humility, and a desire for relationship—not just results—He draws near and answers. God’s yes comes when we want Him more than the things we’re asking for.

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No matter how great our life is here on earth, it can never come close to how good eternity will be with Jesus. It's more than we can possibly fathom or imagine -- which is why we waste so much time chasing after all the things we think will bring us happiness in this temporary world. When we chase after God instead of earthly pleasures, we stop looking around at the things we think will satisfy us, and we start looking forward to forever with our Lord. Here's Pastor Richard's latest Video Talk, "As Good As It Gets", for you to enjoy, then forward on to a couple friends!

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God's perfect standard requires that a sacrifice be made to atone for our sin. Where that sacrifice was once a literal lamb, Jesus came to serve as the proverbial Lamb who paid the price for the sin of the entire world. We can choose to continue carrying our own guilt and shame, knowing we can never repay the debt that we owe, or we can accept the gift of freedom that Jesus offered us when He took our sin to the cross.

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The evil we read about in the Bible is still around today. The danger is, our culture tries to normalize it, or to pass it off as something other than what it is. It's our job to call out evil as evil and to recognize that we're in a constant spiritual battle -- and then do our best to lead the people around us to the only One who can defeat the enemy.

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The Bible tells us that God's specifically placed those in authority in their positions according to His purpose. It's not our job to question His plans -- but it is our job to trust that He's ultimately in control, and to follow His lead on when and where we need to take a stand for Him.

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Scripture is clear: God's love for us in absolute, unwavering, and eternal. So why are we not easily convinced? When we start believing what the Bible tells us about His love, and stop second-guessing the gift that He's given us in His Son, our whole lives change and we experience the joy that comes from living free from sin and condemnation.

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This life is fleeting, and we only live it once. That's why it's so important for us to take our one shot seriously, instead of getting caught up in the distractions of a temporary world. When we yield to God's purpose and plan, He can use us to grow His Kingdom.

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We all know someone who has the "gift" of speaking without a filter (hint: if you don't know that person, check the mirror -- it might be you!). The words that come out of our mouths are a direct reflection of what's in our hearts. That's why the Bible warns us time and again to be careful what we say, and how we say it. If the words we speak aren't God-pleasing and Jesus-loving, it's time for us to step back, do a heart check, and get right with the Lord.

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