Go Into The Highways

Go Into The Highways

I was reading this morning about Jesus’ teaching from His parable of the wedding feast:

Matthew 22:9-10  NKJV

“Therefore go into the highways, and as many as you find, invite to the wedding.” So those servants went out into the highways and gathered together all whom they found, both bad and good. And the wedding hall was filled with guests.

I have thought of that as a command to me. How about you?

The Holy Spirit in me drives me to Jesus, to His teachings in the Bible, and points me to the highways to invite people to come to Jesus Christ in faith for salvation. I want to preach the same message as Jesus: “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” (Matthew 4:17)

For some, they are unable to physically get out onto the streets and highways to tell people about Jesus. But there are so many other ways we can share the Gospel—a blog, a podcast, or even prayer time from home for the lost in the world.

We can also look to the Holy Spirit this hour to fill us and give us boldness to speak the Word of God.

Acts 4:31

“And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness.”

Fellow believer in Christ, I encourage you to treasure the time God has given you to minister. You’re never too young or too old to tell others about Jesus.

Use the opportunities God gives you. Go into the highways, invite people to come to Jesus, and trust Him with the results.

A Conqueror

A Conqueror

Revelation 2:7 NIV

“Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who is victorious, I will give the right to eat from the tree of life, which is in the paradise of God.”

In Revelation 2:7, the term “victorious” or “conqueror” refers to those who overcome challenges and remain faithful to God despite trials and temptations. The Bible provides several insights into what distinguishes a conqueror.

1. Faithfulness:
Revelation 2:10 encourages believers to be faithful even to the point of death, promising the crown of life. Faithfulness in the face of adversity is a key characteristic of a conqueror.

2. Endurance:
James 1:12 states, “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” Endurance through trials is essential.

3. Obedience to God’s Commands:
1 John 5:3 says, “In fact, this is love for God: to keep his commands. And his commands are not burdensome.” A conqueror demonstrates love for God through obedience.

4. Faith in Jesus:
1 John 5:4 states, “For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith.” A conqueror places his or her trust in Jesus and His power to overcome sin and the challenges of life.

5. Spiritual Growth:
Philippians 3:14 says, “I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” A conqueror is someone who actively seeks to grow in their relationship with God and strives to fulfill His purpose.

6. Love for Others:
1 John 4:20-21 emphasizes that loving others is a reflection of our love for God. A true conqueror demonstrates love and compassion toward others, which is a sign of genuine faith.

This day, this hour, let’s make it our aim to be victorious—to remain faithful to Jesus, endure through trials, obey His commands, trust Him, grow in our relationship with Him, and love others.

Let’s be conquerors through faith in Jesus Christ.

Standing Firm in Spiritual Warfare

Standing Firm in Spiritual Warfare.

Let’s start with a powerful truth from Romans 8:38-39: 

"For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come

Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord."

Look, when life gets heavy and the enemy throws everything he has at you, it can feel completely overwhelming. But the Apostle Paul’s confidence here is a massive reminder for us: no force—spiritual or earthly—can tear you away from God.

In spiritual warfare, your strongest defense is simply knowing who you are in Jesus. The enemy loves to attack with fear, doubt, and temptation. But you aren’t defenseless. You are chosen, redeemed, and equipped with God’s own weapons: truth, faith, and His Word.

When the fight intensifies, don't back down. James 4:7 gives us the exact game plan: “Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” When you align your heart with God, the enemy has to run.

Here is our battle plan for today:

First, speak the truth. When fear creeps in, declare Romans 8 out loud and anchor yourself in God’s love.

Second, guard your mind. Take every negative thought captive and replace it with Scripture.

And third, stay connected. Keep praying, reading your Bible, and stay close to your church community. 

Remember, you are more than a conqueror through Him who loves you. Stand firm today. If God is for us, who can really be against us?

Kept By The Power Of God

Kept By The Power Of God

1 Peter 1:5 "Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time."

I was thinking about the fact that is good to be kept by the power of God. 

It says in Psalms 37:23-24 

"The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth him with his hand."

Even though we may fall, we shall not be utterly cast down because we are kept by the power of God! Not only does God order and direct our steps and our path, but that path is the Jesus path—the "Follow Jesus" path. And God delights as we walk in it!

Plus we have the promise God will not forsake believers in Jesus. 

Psalms 37:28 assures us:
"For the LORD loveth judgment, and forsaketh not his saints; they are preserved for ever: but the seed of the wicked shall be cut off."

Are you trusting in the LORD this hour? Then be comforted by the words of Psalms 125:1-2:
"They that trust in the LORD shall be as mount Zion, which cannot be removed, but abideth for ever. As the mountains are round about Jerusalem, so the LORD is round about his people from henceforth even for ever."

God's power keeps you today. Be blessed today as you walk with your God—the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the God who sent Messiah, Jesus.