Is heaven real—and can you know for sure that you’re going there? In today’s devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster opens the Word of God to one of the most important questions anyone can face.

Jesus spoke comfort to troubled hearts in John 14:1–3 (KJV), promising His disciples that He was going to prepare a place for them—and that He would come again to receive them unto Himself. This isn’t wishful thinking. It’s the Lord’s own promise.

Pastor then points us to Acts 1:9–11 (KJV), where Jesus ascends into heaven and the angels declare that “this same Jesus” will return in like manner. The return of Christ is certain—but the personal question remains: Am I ready to meet Him?

This devotion is meant to bring comfort to believers and clarity to anyone who is unsure. If you’ve been asking:

• What happens after I die?

• How can I know I’m going to heaven?

• Am I trusting Christ—or just assuming?

Listen prayerfully today, and share this episode with someone who needs eternal assurance.

📖 Scripture References (KJV):

• John 14:1–3

• Acts 1:9–11

• (Next episode) 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18

🙏 Prayer Focus: Assurance of salvation, readiness for Christ’s return, and courage to share the gospel.

Words From The Word is a daily devotion ministry of Good News Baptist Church, encouraging believers and inviting all to come to Jesus Christ.

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In today’s devotion, we wrestle with an honest and necessary heart-question:
Am I a real Christian—or just religious?

Jesus answers this through the parable of the ten virgins in Matthew 25:1–13 (KJV). Outwardly, they all looked the same. They all had lamps. But when the moment came, only some were truly ready—because only some had oil.

In Scripture, oil points to the Holy Spirit. Pastor Webster explains the difference between professing Christ and possessing Christ, and why appearances, routines, and religious habits can never replace genuine salvation.

This devotion also connects the parable to Romans 8:9 and Romans 8:14, reminding us that the Spirit of God is not something received later, but the defining mark of belonging to Christ. When Jesus returns, He is coming for those who are truly His—not merely those who look the part.

If you’ve ever wondered:

• “Is my faith real or just tradition?”

• “Do I truly have the Holy Spirit?”

• “Am I ready if Christ were to return today?”

…this message is for you.

📖 Scripture References (KJV):

• Matthew 25:1–13

• Romans 8:9

• Romans 8:14

🙏 Take a moment to listen prayerfully, reflect honestly, and share this episode with someone who needs clarity and encouragement today.

Words From The Word is a daily devotion ministry of Good News Baptist Church, designed to encourage believers and invite seekers to a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ.

God’s plan for your life is not only for earth—it’s an eternal plan. In this final episode of the series, Pastor Roderick Webster challenges listeners to consider the danger of reaching the end of life and realizing they missed God’s purpose. From 2 Timothy 4:7–8 (KJV), we’re reminded to fight the good fight, finish our course, keep the faith, and return to the calling God gave us. If you’ve lost your way, the path back is simple: remember, repent, and return.

God reveals His plan in stages. In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster shows how to know God’s will step-by-step through prayer, the Word of God, obedience, trust, and faithfulness—even when God’s will includes trials. (KJV)

You can’t build a life without a plan. In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster explains why living outside God’s plan always comes at a cost—and why knowing the Architect is the first step to knowing the plan. Rooted in Acts 9, Jonah 1, John 21, and Luke 15 (KJV), this devotion calls listeners back to God’s will and God’s way.

God’s plan for your life is personal and uniquely designed for you. In this episode, Pastor Roderick Webster challenges you to ask whether you’re truly following God’s plan—or your own.

Why are you here? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster challenges every listener to ask the life-changing question Saul asked in Acts 9:6 (KJV): “Lord, what wilt thou have me to do?”

Through Scripture, you’ll be reminded that God created every person with purpose—not by accident—and that His will is not always easy, but it is always right. This devotion points you to God’s guidance through passages like Ephesians 2:10, Psalm 37:23, and Psalm 143:8, encouraging you to stop resisting God’s direction and start walking in it.

If you’re searching for clarity, meaning, or direction, this episode will help steady your heart and refocus your steps.

👉 Listen, reflect, and share with someone who may be asking the same question.

Words From The Word with Pastor Roderick Webster

Does God really have a plan for your life? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster shows that God’s purpose is proven in Scripture through Abraham, Moses, David, Isaiah, and Jeremiah. Pray the surrendered prayer—“Lord, what wilt thou have me to do?” (Acts 9:6, KJV)—wait for His answer, and obey.

Key Scriptures (KJV): Acts 9:6; Hebrews 11:8–10, 24–27; Isaiah 6:8–11; Jeremiah 1:5–10.

When life feels out of control, you start asking hard questions: Does Jesus really have authority over what’s tormenting me—fear, sickness, anxiety, or spiritual oppression? In Matthew 8, Jesus proves He is Master of Might and Miracles—with compassion that’s personal and power that’s undeniable.

In this Words From The Word episode with Pastor Roderick Webster, we walk through Matthew 8 and watch Christ’s authority unfold:

• He cleanses the leper and heals with a word

• He amazes us with the centurion’s faith: “Speak the word only”

• He confronts the real cost of following Him

• He rebukes the storm and the fear behind it: “Why are ye fearful…?”

• He demonstrates absolute authority over demonic forces on the other side

  
  

• 0:00 Why this chapter matters: authority + compassion

• 2:10 Crowds follow—curiosity vs true discipleship

• 5:10 A touch with power: healing without hype

• 10:00 “Speak the word only”: faith that amazes Jesus

• 16:30 When following gets costly (foxes/birds; excuses)

• 23:00 The storm: “Why are ye fearful…?”

• 28:20 “What manner of man is this?”

• 31:00 Absolute authority over demons (the other side)

• 40:00 Practical application + prayer response

Do you ever wonder, “How do I know God’s plan for my life?” This devotion series from Words From The Word with Pastor Roderick Webster walks through Scripture to help you seek God’s direction with a surrendered heart.

We begin with Saul’s conversion in Acts 9 (KJV)—where the turning-point question is asked: “Lord, what wilt thou have me to do?” This playlist will encourage you to:

• Ask God sincerely and wait on His answer

• Remove what’s stopping you from obedience

• Trust that your life is not random—God has order and purpose

• Take your next step with faith and confidence

Watch in order, share with a friend, and leave a comment with what you’re asking God to show you.

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0:00 Welcome to Words From The Word

0:27 These devotions are “yours”

0:59 Remember what God wants

1:57 Roll back the curtain (song moment)

4:50 The real prayer: “Show me what to do”

5:21 Scripture reading: Acts 9:1–9

6:36 Saul’s question that changes you

7:42 Challenge: ask God—and wait

8:40 God has a plan for each life

9:07 Don’t live and die missing it

10:12 Why you need to know (Point 1)

10:44 Psalm 127:3–5 — you weren’t a mistake

11:12 Share + get ready for the series