In the midst of trying times...struggles and heartache God often times calls us to take steps of faith. Now, these steps of faith aren't easy. But as we just heard from Pastor Terry, it's in these times that we see the most blessing and God's clear hand of guidance and direction...when we take steps of faith even when it's hard.

There are different positions of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer. As we just heard from Pastor Terry, the most blessed position is when the Holy Spirit overflows your life. When this happens, God begins to extend Himself through you to accomplish His will in this lost and dying world.

Sadly, what Pastor Terry just shared is clearly the truth. There are countless churches all across America that are committed to providing entertainment through various methods to their congregations rather than simply teaching the truths of God's Word.

Today we see a perfect example of how God can and does use women within His Body to minister to the saints. Deborah was a judge in Israel and God used her to stir up the king in order to accomplish His will. She also spoke God's Word with a prophetic edge.

As believer's in Jesus Christ, one of the key responsibilities that each of us has, it to defend the Word of God. This requires us to know God's Word. Today Pastor Terry exhorts us to turn off the TV one night a week and simply read...read some books regarding apologetics, arm yourself with knowledge about the inerrancy of God's Word.

Did you hear that Christian? Your life as a believer must be seen. We can't just SAY that we believe in God and then go on about our regular daily lives. Our walk with God should be seen in the choices that we make. Jesus said, If you love me, keep my commandments.

As we wait for the return of our Savior, we need to be about our Father's business...just like Jesus was when He awaited the will of His Father. One of the things that we should be doing while waiting, is sharing the Gospel, the Good News, with as many people as possible.

Regardless of how small or large the congregation that you attend is, there's something that you can do...there's somewhere that you can serve. Just look around...start asking questions...start asking yourself what ways you think that you could serve...what are you good at? God definitely has a place for you to serve Him.

The greatest event to come is that of the return of our Savior, Jesus Christ. This is what we as believer's in Jesus, long for...what we are waiting for. The question that Pastor Terry just asked a moment ago is a good one...does this truth color the way you live? Do you live as if Jesus could return at any time for us?

It's been said that there are only two guarantees in this life, death and taxes. Certainly, there isn't a single person in this existence that will escape the reality of death...it happens to us all. So, what's after that? Do you know? Are you prepared for that time? Today Pastor Terry exhorts you to be ready by accepting Jesus as your LORD and Savior.