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A VERY SPECIAL Gathering for This Thanksgiving

Posted on Nov 25, 2025 in Devotions |

“As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him: Rooted {ῤιζόω, ῥίζω: to cause to strike root, to strengthen with roots; to render firm, to fix, establish, cause a person or a thing to be thoroughly grounded} and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding {left over, have an abundance, abundance, excel, overflowing, surplus therein} with thanksgiving.” (Col. 2:6–7)

Please notice the chronological order:

1. First “Receive” Jesus Christ the Son of God!

2. Secondly, be “Rooted” in the Word of God!

3. Thirdly, “Remember” all of the BLESSINGS of God!

Will this THANKSGIVING be unlike any other? Focus on Relationships, not on stressing over the meal {meatloaf Martha – Luke 10:38–42} Are you going to FILL UP or DRAIN DOWN your THANKSGIVING TANK?? Do you need JESUS to FILL UP your tank… and then will you POUR OUT His BLESSINGS? If you don’t get FILLED UP, then you will DRAIN DRY!!

“And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit… Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” (Eph. 5:18–20)

Change your strategy for this year:
Try (3) ways you should WALK this THANKSGIVING: (3) CHANGES you need to make today!

1. WALK encouraged by our Lord’s PRESENCE (Col. 2:6–7), and get FILLED UP! (Eph 5:18)

Connect with purpose

– Listen intently instead of doing all the talking
– Try encouraging those around you

Ask the question: What is God’s Will in this gathering?

2. WALK exercising our Lord’s PURPOSE – FILL UP and then POUR OUT! (Col. 2:6–7)

• Rebuild broken relationships
• Fight jealousy
• Refrain from criticism & judgmental spirits

REMEMBER: We are Too STRESSED to be BLESSED!

3. WALK enjoying our Lord’s PEACE – FILL UP and then POUR OUT! (Col. 2:6–7)

Sitting around the THANKSGIVING table will probably be these four kinds of CHRISTIANS:

• Casual Christian
• Seasonal Christian
• Sensational Christian
• Faithful Christian

Lastly, do not FORGET:

THANKSGIVING starts in your HEART! (Col 3:15)
THANKSGIVING flows to your HOME (Col 3:18–19)
THANKSGIVING ends in HEAVEN (Col 3:1–4)

Conclusion: Are you going to FILL UP or DRAIN DOWN your THANKSGIVING TANK?
Make up your mind, yield your heart, call out to JESUS today!

Love y’all,

Dr. Randy Reese

Nov '25

Perpetual Thanksgiving

Posted on Nov 24, 2025 in Devotions |

Nov '25

Introduction: How can we enjoy THANKSGIVING DAY every day? Really, should it only be celebrated just once a year or on a daily basis? What is the secret to living a life of Thanksgiving? With gladness and joyfulness, while in prison awaiting martyrdom, Paul was inspired by the Holy Ghost to unlock this treasure chest. Simply put, here are two keys.

1. GET FILLED UP! (Eph. 5:18) – “And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit.”

Do not miss the words “be filled”! Actually, this word is in the present tense, meaning go on being filled. In other words, it does not mean once and for all; instead, being filled is a continuous process. Do you need to be filled with God the Holy Spirit? Remember, our Lord only fills those who are emptied of SELF. Does self need to be dethroned? By the way, we cannot fill ourselves.

2. GO POUR OUT! (Eph. 5:19, 20) – “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

First, there must be a filling. Then, as we are FILLED we can POUR OUT. But not until we get FILLED by the HOLY SPIRIT! Today, unfortunately, some are trying to POUR OUT without being FILLED. It does not work that way! However, after confessing our sins and being transparent with our Lord, then He gives us a SONG to SING. THANKSGIVING is the result! Not only is it a BLESSING to us but it is also a BLESSING to Him. God inhabits the praises of His people.

Conclusion: This is the key that unlocks a life of PERPETUAL THANKSGIVING. So now go unlock the door! “Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Love y’all,

Dr. Randy Reese

Nov '25

The Lord’s Great Faithfulness

Posted on Nov 21, 2025 in Devotions |

Nov '25

Introduction: Has God been GOOD to you? Has He been FAITHFUL to supply your needs, {not wants}? What about sustaining your health? Can you honestly sing, “GREAT is Thy FAITHFULNESS”?

“Great is Thy faithfulness, O God my Father,

There is no shadow of turning with Thee;

Thou changest not, Thy compassions, they fail not:

As Thou hast been, Thou forever wilt be.

Great is Thy faithfulness! Great is Thy faithfulness!

Morning by morning new mercies I see;

All I have needed Thy hand hath provided—

Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me!”

Even during a time of sadness and sorrow, Jeremiah the prophet boldly exclaimed that God was still FAITHFUL! The magnificent temple that the Lord had Solomon to build lay in ruins—burned to the ground by the Babylonian army in 586 B.C. The Jewish people were heartbroken and feeling despairing. Have you been there?

Yet, out of the rubble came these great words from the Lord to the weeping prophet, Jeremiah. “It is of the LORD’S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” (Lam 3:22,23)

Interesting to note, the word “faithfulness” is $\text{אֱמוּנָה}$ , which means set office, or faithful. More personally, it means stability, and steady. Does not that describe the God of the Bible? He is “stable” and “steady”. Why is that important? Because things around us are changing which can cause instability. But Jesus is the same! (Heb. 13:8)

This next stanza reveals that beautifully.

“Summer and winter and springtime and harvest,

Sun, moon and stars in their courses above

Join with all nature in manifold witness

To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love.

Great is Thy faithfulness! Great is Thy faithfulness!

Morning by morning new mercies I see;

All I have needed Thy hand hath provided—

Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me!”

Speaking of the Lord’s Faithfulness, how about His removing the debt of our sin which attempts to hang over our heads like a black cloud. The songwriter penned the words magnifying God’s FAITHFULNESS in the following:

“Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth,

Thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide;

Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow,

Blessings all mine, with ten thousand beside!

Great is Thy faithfulness! Great is Thy faithfulness!

Morning by morning new mercies I see;

All I have needed Thy hand hath provided—

Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me.”

Try repeating the words to this song.

Conclusion: Perhaps you are facing a difficult time in your life. Remember that while the world may not be fair, and people may not be fair, the Lord Jesus is always fair. Therefore, we can sing, “GREAT is your FAITHFULNESS”!

Love y’all,

Dr. Randy Reese

Nov '25

Grateful for a Changed Heart

Posted on Nov 20, 2025 in Devotions |

Nov '25

Introduction: Jesus is in the RESTORATION Business. In fact, He is the only one who can “STRAIGHTEN” people out… besides UNDERTAKERS!! Look at His record. Mary Magdalene had seven demons but became a faithful follower of the Lamb of God. Nicodemus was a very religious man but emptied of the real God; and consequently, he became an influential man for the glory of the Lord. Zacchaeus, although a little man, became a big man when Jesus brought salvation to his house. As a result, he made the wrong right. This is not to mention the widow of Nain whose son was raised from the dead by one touch from the Master’s hand, the Canaanite woman whose daughter was healed from demons, the Nobleman’s son who was healed from a disease with just the spoken Word, the blind man born from birth whose eyes were opened for the first time, the sinful woman who washed Jesus’s feet with her tears and wiped them dry with her hair, the doubting daddy whose son was demon possessed but he was delivered, and finally the condemned, dying thief on the cross who became the believing thief in paradise.

Could your name be added? Can you testify?

What about the leper who was healed of leprosy, the paralytic of thirty-eight years who was healed instantly of his infirmity, the sinful woman who was caught in the act of adultery but forgiven of her sins instead of being stoned to death, the apostle Paul who was converted from a murderer to a flaming missionary?

Consider the fishermen’s change from catching fish to rescuing sinking souls! Peter, James and John became dedicated disciples who followed Jesus Christ to their grave. Matthew left a life of stealing and covetousness to a life of sacrificial compassion. Thomas went from “doubting to shouting” when he witnessed the risen Christ! James, the half brother of Jesus, was an unbeliever until the resurrection and later became the senior leader in the Church of Jerusalem. Besides that, he was inspired to write his letter included in the Canon of Scripture.

It has been the most exciting thing along with rewarding to see Jesus Christ change so many men, women, boys and girls through these last four decades! Some who are still serving in key positions of ministry. Others are making a difference in their families and communities. Many have taken their heavenly flight to enter into their eternal rest in their celestial home. Has Jesus changed your life? Can you testify?

Conclusion: Time nor space will allow for all the lives that our Lord JESUS has changed. Suffice to say, this writer’s heart has been forever transformed by the only true and living God. Have you been changed? Well, continue to be GRATEFUL while giving Him glory!!

Love y’all,

Dr. Randy Reese

Nov '25

A Debt of Gratitude

Posted on Nov 19, 2025 in Devotions |

Nov '25

Introduction: Do you ever feel like you OWE the Lord for His GOODNESS and GRACE? But how could we ever repay Him? Listen to the words of the Psalmist.

1. Will you Offer Thanksgiving to God! (Psa 50:14) – “Offer unto God thanksgiving; and pay thy vows unto the most High.”

The word “thanksgiving” used here — תּוֹדָה (to-daw’) — which means a “THANKS OFFERING.” Other usages can mean thanking God in song or by a musical instrument. Either way, it is a choice. Will you choose to offer thanksgiving to the Lord?

Barnes Notes on the Bible stated, “The word rendered ‘offer’ in this place — זָבַח (zabach) — means properly ‘sacrifice.’ So it is rendered by the Septuagint, θῦσον (thuson) — and by the Vulgate, immola. The word is used, doubtless, with design — to show what was the ‘kind’ of sacrifice with which God would be pleased, and which He would approve. It was not the mere ‘sacrifice’ of animals, as they commonly understood the term; it was not the mere presentation of the bodies and the blood of slain beasts; it was an offering which proceeded from the heart, and which was expressive of gratitude and praise.”

That is a good word rightly spoken.

Also the word “vows” is — נֶדֶר (neder) — which means properly a vow or promise. How many times have you cried out to God with a vow? Have you kept your end?

2. Have you counted all of God’s Benefits? (Psa 116:12) – “What shall I render unto the LORD for all his benefits toward me?”

Can you list all of the Lord’s benefits? Forgiveness, health, family, heaven, etc. The word “render” means return. In other words, what can we return to the Lord for all of His benefits?

Actually, He desires a relationship. Since He is all knowing, then He wants us to TRUST HIM. Are you trusting Him fully?

Conclusion: Do you conclude that we OWE our God a great debt of THANKSGIVING? Are you willing to “offer” it now with a vow of living and serving Him?

Love y’all,

Dr. Randy Reese

Nov '25

From PRISON to PRAISE!

Posted on Nov 18, 2025 in Devotions |

Nov '25

Introduction: Do you feel like you are in PRISON? Weighed down with shackles? Ball and chain? Shut up behind bars?

Are we really THANKFUL? Does it show? One question emerges. Why should we be THANKFUL?

Hello. Can we be THANKFUL even when we are paying our TAXES? One man told his wife that when he died to take his ashes, put them in an envelope, and send it to the IRS and say, “NOW YOU GOT EVERYTHING”!!

Well anyway, you can turn your FEAR into FAITH, ASHES into BEAUTY, WORRY into VICTORY, GUILTY PAST into LIBERATED LIVING in the PRESENT, RESENTMENT into CONTENTMENT, DEPRESSION into POSSESSION, and from HATEFUL to GRATEFUL! Do it today.

Why should we be THANKFUL?

1. Because our NAME & SHAME has been CHANGED! (2 Cor. 5:17; 1 Cor. 6:11) – “And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God.”

Think about it. In one split nano of a second JESUS changes your life forever. All the guilty past GONE! This includes the shame and condemnation. With that being said, we can go “FROM PRISON to PRAISE”! But that is not all.

2. Because our DESTINATION is not the SAME! (Phil. 3:20, 21) – “For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ.”

Just as the believers in Philippi were under the Roman law, yet they were hundreds of miles away from Rome, we too are under the American law but our eternal HOME is in heaven. “I CAN ONLY IMAGINE”!

3. Because GOOD NEWS is now PROCLAIMED! (2 Cor. 5:20) – “Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ’s stead, be ye reconciled to God.”

Tired of the BAD NEWS? Here is some GOOD NEWS. JESUS CHRIST is ALIVE! He has conquered death, hell, sin and the grave!! Plus, He has promised to come again!!! Get ready. Share this BLESSED HOPE.

4. Because Satan’s KINGDOM has been DERANGED! (Col. 2:14, 15) – “And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.”

Jesus took the keys from Satan. Somebody said he is the only one who does not have the keys to his own house!

5. Because JESUS CHRIST is COMING BACK to totally RECLAIM! (2 Thess. 2:8, 9) – “And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming: Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders.”

Technically, the Gulf War wasn’t officially won until the U.S. FLAG was driven in ground!! Why not RECLAIM all the ground the devil’s taken in your life & family? Take it back for the glory of the Lord!

Conclusion: Will you turn from being HATEFUL to GRATEFUL, from PRISON to PRAISE? Make this THANKSGIVING and everyday a BLESSING by being THANKFUL!

Love y’all,

Pastor Randy Reese

Nov '25

Thanksgiving around the Throne in Heaven

Posted on Nov 17, 2025 in Devotions |

Nov '25

Introduction: Celebrating THANKSGIVING in Heaven, what about it? Those who have been redeemed by the blood of JESUS CHRIST owe a great debt of THANKS to Him. Do you agree? Even the “beasts” in the book of Revelation are bowing before the throne of God PRAISING Him.

Check out this heavenly scene:

1. On the Throne! (Rev. 4:2–3) – “And immediately I was in the spirit: and, behold, a throne was set in heaven, and one sat on the throne. And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone: and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald.”

John is raptured into heaven as it were. What did he see? Actually, he saw the Lamb of God on His throne. Can you see Him with the eye of faith? Praise the Lord, He is not hanging on a cross anymore. Nor is He buried in a tomb. Instead, He is highly exalted on His majestic throne on high! Is He on the throne of your heart?

2. Around the Throne! (Rev. 4:4) – “And round about the throne were four and twenty seats: and upon the seats I saw four and twenty elders sitting, clothed in white raiment; and they had on their heads crowns of gold.”

Apparently, these are representatives of the Church who have been bought with the blood of Christ. Assembled together as one body in Christ here is a picture of true WORSHIP.

3. Before the Throne! (Rev. 4:6–9) – “And before the throne there was a sea of glass like unto crystal: and in the midst of the throne, and round about the throne, were four beasts full of eyes before and behind. And the first beast was like a lion, and the second beast like a calf, and the third beast had a face as a man, and the fourth beast was like a flying eagle. And the four beasts had each of them six wings about him; and they were full of eyes within: and they rest not day and night, saying, Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, which was, and is, and is to come. And when those beasts give glory and honour and thanks to him that sat on the throne, who liveth for ever and ever”

So what are they doing? What will we be doing? “…..give glory and honour and thanks to him that sat on the throne, who liveth for ever and ever.”

Thankful for WHO He is and WHAT He has done, we will give THANKS! Amen.

Conclusion: Think about it. Imagine being there. The sights, sounds, and scenery will be breathtaking! JESUS CHRIST our REDEEMER will finally be WORSHIPPED in all of His glory!! Will you be there? Are you practicing THANKSGIVING now so that it will not be AWKWARD when you get to heaven? Go ahead and try it, you will like it.

Love y’all,

Dr. Randy Reese

Nov '25

Chat Bot Jesus

Posted on Nov 14, 2025 in Devotions |

Nov '25

Introduction: Is Chat Bot Jesus becoming more popular than going to church to hear the Word of God? You tell me?
Recently, a friend sent an article on this particular subject:

November 13, 2025
LIZ TICONG
Churches Turn to Chatbot Jesus as Pews Go Empty
SmartNews

What do you think about this modern trend? Do you see a problem? Should we be overly surprised? Didn’t our Lord forewarn His faithful followers?

So what are the dangers of listening to Chat Bot Jesus? Is this the real Jesus? Here are some red flags.

1. A clear violation of other Scripture! (Heb. 10:25; Eph. 5:25) – “Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.”

Assembling means gathering together, namely at church. Howbeit, most are aware that the early church met in homes with other believers; nevertheless, they assembled together for the purpose of WORSHIP and being instructed in the WORD of God (Acts 2:41–47). Please DO NOT overlook this irrevocable discipline for the church.

Next, look at what Paul wrote, inspired by God, concerning the church. “Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it.” PLAIN and SIMPLE. JESUS LOVED the CHURCH!

Obviously, he is not talking about the exterior building but rather the people that make up the church. To disregard this would be nothing short than bypassing biblical principles. The church is important to Jesus and the New Testament writers. How do you get around that? You cannot!

2. Extra biblical voices! (1 John 4:1) – “Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.”

QUESTION: Is Chat Bot Jesus only quoting the Scriptures? Or is Chat Bot Jesus giving out opinionated information based on human data and psychological information? Be careful. There is a huge difference!

3. Spiritual quest for searching for truth! (1 Tim. 4:1,2) – “Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils.”

Interesting to note, the word “seducing” is πλάνος (plan’-os), which means deceiver, and does include seducing deceiver. Are you seeing the picture? Satan’s emissaries are busy misleading people to TRUST ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE more than the REAL JESUS CHRIST. Who are you seeking? Who are you trusting?

Conclusion: Lastly, our Lord JESUS tried to warn all CHRISTIANS everywhere that this would be happening. Do you reckon that CHRISTIANS ought to start listening?

“For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect. Behold, I have told you before.” (Matt. 24:24,25)

Love y’all,

Dr. Randy Reese

Nov '25

Syria – Damascus in Prophecy

Posted on Nov 13, 2025 in Devotions |

Nov '25

Introduction: Recently, President Trump met with the leader of Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the leader of the Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). Prior to this unprecedented meeting with him at the White House, President Trump met with him along with another leader, “Saudi Arabia prince” Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince.

Supposedly, the Syrian leader made a deal with President Trump. In exchange for oil and gas, he requested the tariffs be dropped, plus the possibility of building a TRUMP TOWER in DAMASCUS.

As my grandfather used to say, “Follow the money trail!”

Anyway, this is interesting. This recent development prompts a closer look at “Damascus” in Bible prophecy.

Isaiah the prophet prophesied Damascus’s utter destruction. At the present time, this prophecy has not been completely fulfilled, but will be in the future.

1. Damascus Will Be Destroyed! (Isaiah 17:1–2) – “The burden of Damascus. Behold, Damascus is taken away from being a city, and it shall be a ruinous heap.”

According to most conservative scholars, this prophecy has yet to be fulfilled. But just as hundreds of other prophecies have precisely been fulfilled, this one also is guaranteed to come to fruition in the future. Even though some point to a past fulfillment—such as this being fulfilled by Tiglath-pileser (2 Kings 16:9)—a “ruinous heap” seems to indicate obliteration, which has not happened.

2. Israel’s Dependency Upon the Enemies of God Resulted in Its Downfall! (Isaiah 17:3–4) – “The fortress also shall cease from Ephraim, and the kingdom from Damascus, and the remnant of Syria: they shall be as the glory of the children of Israel, saith the LORD of hosts. And in that day it shall come to pass, that the glory of Jacob shall be made thin, and the fatness of his flesh shall wax lean.”

Speaking of the northern kingdom’s downfall, Isaiah pronounced judgment, which technically happened in 722 B.C. during the Assyrian invasion.

3. Jesus Christ Will Come in Power and Glory! (Isaiah 17:13) – “The nations shall rush like the rushing of many waters: but God shall rebuke them, and they shall flee far off, and shall be chased as the chaff of the mountains before the wind, and like a rolling thing before the whirlwind.”

When and how this will happen, no one really knows for sure. But be assured, it will happen sometime—in God’s time. Meanwhile, keep reaching up to Jesus, reaching out to others, and reaching in for the grace and blessings from the Lord.

Conclusion: Besides Isaiah’s prophecy concerning Damascus, Daniel describes the “King of the North.” This will be during the Antichrist’s seven-year (pseudo) peace plan with Israel, in which nations will rise up against the man of sin. Syria is believed to be one.

However, please note that eventually all nations will come against Jerusalem to battle, according to Zechariah’s prophecy. Yet Jesus Christ will demolish these nations, which also include the Kings of the East, in what is known as the Battle of Armageddon.

Jesus Christ’s Kingdom is coming!

Love y’all,

Dr. Randy Reese

Nov '25

CHOSEN to be SOLDIERS

Posted on Nov 12, 2025 in Devotions |

Nov '25

“Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier.” (2 Tim. 2:3)

“And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me. He that findeth his life shall lose it: and he that loseth his life for my sake shall find it.” (Matt. 10:38–39)

Introduction: Zohran Mandani, at the age of 34 years old, has been elected as the first Muslim mayor of NYC. Are you surprised? There are some crazy folks in NYC! As a matter of fact, there are some crazy folks in Mansfield and Monticello, GA. They need Jesus! Let’s tell them and show them. By the way, our Lord Jesus, who is the Captain of our salvation, has CHOSEN us to be SOLDIERS.

When chosen as a soldier, one must go through basic training. There are 3 basic parts for training to be a CHRISTian SOLDIER—see if you are serving in the Lord’s Army and what you need to do.

Are you RETIRED from the Lord’s Army? Or do you need to be REFIRED? Do you need to STEP UP because you have FALLEN DOWN?

Well, GET UP and GET BACK! Our God is a God of second chances! Have you laid down your sword for a remote control? Pick it back up. Have you joined the political “Mickey Mouse Club” of whiners instead of carrying a cross for reaching the lost?

Thank God for Christians marching under the blood-stained banner of the Cross with the sharp two-edged sword in their hand—shouting TRIUMPH!

1. Christian soldiers are trained to know the Will of God!
Islam — past, present, future (Gen. 16–25; Ezekiel 38–39)
Christianity — past (Matt., Mark, Luke, John 1–21) — future (Rev. 2–3; 4–21, 22)

Do you need to be a part—join together with other soldiers to help fight in the battle? Why not today?

2. Christian soldiers are trained to study the Word of God!
How to witness to Muslims — Koran vs. Bible (2 Pet. 1:16–21; 2 Tim. 2:15)

Would you be prepared? “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”

Don’t forget to spend time studying the Word of God and then applying it to your life by the power of the Holy Spirit.

3. Christian soldiers are trained to witness with the Power of God!
(1 Pet. 3:15) — “But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear.”

“Give an answer” is the word ἀπολογία, which means to give a logical defense for what you believe.

Can you? Are you ready? Do you need more preparation?

Thanks for reading this devotion! That is the ultimate purpose for writing these devotions—to equip us. Please share them with someone you love so that they will be prepared to give a defense.

Conclusion: Seeing that JESUS CHRIST has CHOSEN us to be SOLDIERS, keep FIGHTING the GOOD FIGHT of FAITH!

Love y’all,

Dr. Randy Reese