God Is Not Finished Yet

Week of August 01, 2025

“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 1:6, NKJV)

There is something encouraging about the simple truth that God finishes what He starts. No matter where you are in your journey - whether you are stepping in to something new, letting go of something familiar, or somewhere in between - God’s work in you is not done.

God never sees something as; “the best is behind us.” He’s always working, always building, and always growing His Kingdom. Often times in ways we can’t yet see. Just because something is shifting, doesn’t mean something is stopping. I rather choose to believe something greater is beginning.

Let this be a time where our hearts lean forward, not backward. Let faith rise, because God isn’t scratching His head wondering what comes next. He already knows and He’s preparing the way.

“Father, thank You that You are never finished working in our lives or in our church. We believe You are leading us into something good, something that brings glory to You and blessings to others. Help us to walk with faith, hope, and joy, knowing that the best is yet to come. In Jesus Christ name, Amen.”

God Bless, Pastor Rick

God is With You

Week of July 25, 2025

“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing” (Zephaniah 3:17, NIV).

Many people harbor anxiety because the future is unknown, and consequently, people can become pessimistic and discouraged. Rest assured that your life and future are in God’s hands. God is in control of every situation in which you find yourself. He knows your needs and will provide for you, and for the asking, lead you every step of the way.

As our faith grows stronger and as you start trusting Him more, you will have the calm assurance, even in troubled times, of how trustworthy God is. He is the rock upon which you can build your life because His grace is sufficient to get you through each day.

So, whatever the circumstance you find yourself in, and despite the problems that confront us, always remember that God is with you. Place your faith and trust in Him and He will give you the victory.

God Bless, Pastor Rick

You've Got What It Takes

Week of July 18, 2025

“as His divine power has given to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him who called us by glory and virtue,” (2 Peter 1:3, NKJV)

You may have a long to do list, you may have stress, maybe you are filled with self-doubt, but be assured of this: you’ve got what it takes. If Jesus lives in you, His power lives in you.

That means you’re not running on your own strength. You are not showing up to work, to school, or for that difficult conversation on empty. You have the power and wisdom of God. You have the guidance of the Holy Spirit working in you and through you. Remember these three things:

-         You’re Equipped - God gives you what you need for the task He asks from you.

-         You’re Empowered - God’s strength shows up best when you are weak.

-         You’re Enough in Him - Stop second guessing yourself. You have been set apart for a purpose.

So your challenge is to wake up each morning and say, “God, thank You that I already have what I need to face today. Remind me to lean on Your strength. Help me to walk in confidence and purpose, knowing You are walking each step with me.”

God Bless, Pastor Rick