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Life often takes us through unexpected turns—moments of joy, seasons of waiting, and times of deep struggle. In those moments, it can be easy to question where God is and what He is doing. But the truth remains: God has a purpose for your life. You are not here by accident. Every step you take and every moment you...
2 Corinthians 5:20, where Paul writes: “We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God.” 💬 What does it mean to be an ambassador for Christ? It’s not just a title—it’s a calling. Here’s how it plays out: We represent Christ’s character: In our words, actions, and...
As a pastor, my deepest longing is not simply for you to hear a sermon or attend a service. My greatest desire is for you to lock eyes with Jesus. That moment—when your soul meets His gaze—is everything. It’s the point of all preaching, all worship, all ministry. Because when you truly see Jesus, not just as a historical figure...
Through lived experience and meaningful relationships, the Mississippi District is awakening a compassionate call among pastors and congregants to champion children and families in foster care. Answering the Call: How Mississippi Churches Are Rising for the Modern-Day Orphan For more than a decade, Jody and Lindsey Gurley have embodied one of the most powerful expressions of the Gospel: opening their hearts...
✨ Who Do You Think You Are? — Rediscovering Identity Through Christ In a world obsessed with self-definition, personal branding, and chasing validation, the question “Who do you think you are?” can feel like a challenge, a rebuke, or even a crisis. But what if it’s actually an invitation? Not to look inward for answers, but upward. 🙏 Identity Isn’t Self-Made—It’s...
A new message series, Who Do You Think You Are?, reminds us that knowing who we are in Christ changes everything. The Good News: No matter what you’ve been told or how you feel, if you are in Christ, you are God’s masterpiece. “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good...

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Despite battling vocal cord issues that made preaching nearly impossible, Don Sanderson chose obedience over comfort. With unwavering faith, he continued proclaiming the Word—each sermon a step of trust—until healing came. A Voice Restored: Pastor Don Sanderson’s Journey Through Pain, Loss, and Healing After more than four decades of preaching, Pastor Robert “Don” Sanderson Jr., 62, had never experienced vocal strain—until...
The U.S. Assemblies of God convenes its biennial General Council this week in Orlando, Florida, uniting leaders and ministries from across the nation for a time of worship, vision, and collaboration. 🕊️ Assemblies of God Adherents Gather in Orlando for 61st General Council This week, the U.S. Assemblies of God convenes its 61st General Council at the Orange County Convention Center...
A West Virginia church partnered with a ministry to start building two new homes as a part of a village for young men aging-out of the foster care system. 🔨 Trinity Assembly Builds Homes—and Hope—for Aging-Out Foster Youth Every Father’s Day Weekend at Trinity Assembly of God in Fairmont-Whitehall, West Virginia is filled with service, sweat, and now, life-changing purpose. This...
Many today believe that because God loves us, we deserve to be happy. It sounds right. It feels right. But is it true? This cultural message — “Don’t settle for anything less than what makes you truly happy” — has infiltrated faith circles and shaped distorted expectations of God. It's appealing, but only almost true. And it's that “almost” that...

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