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August 24, 2026 · 9:00 am

God’s Love

1 See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him.

1 John 3:1

Oh, the love of God! His love is deep, wide, vast, and amazing. The love of our Lord is marvelous and wonderful. Consider the following:

**God’s love comforts us when we are heartbroken

**God’s compassion reaches us when we are at our lowest

**God’s mercy is extended to us despite our weaknesses and failures

**God’s love never fails and always reaches us when we need it

**God’s loving-kindness makes the bright days brighter and the stormy days bearable

**God’s grace gives us the blessings of God that we could never deserve

**God’s love is great in receiving sinners for salvation

Tony French

O love of God,

How rich and pure,

How measureless and strong,

It shall forevermore endure the saints and angel’s song.

“The Love of God” by F.M. Lehman

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August 17, 2026 · 9:00 am

Victory In Jesus

As Christians, we are victorious through Christ. Every Believer will experience ultimate victory one day. The path may be arduous and the trials may be many. But, we will overcome and make it to Heaven someday where we will be with Jesus eternally. I pray that these verses will uplift you today.

Psalm 20:5 We will sing for joy over your victory, And in the name of our God we will set up our banners. May the LORD fulfill all your petitions.

Proverbs 21:31 The horse is prepared for the day of battle, But victory belongs to the LORD.

1 Corinthians 15:54-57 But when this perishable will have put on the imperishable, and this mortal will have put on immortality, then will come about the saying that is written, “Death is swallowed up in victory. “O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?” The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law; but thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

1 John 5:4 For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that has overcome the world-our faith.

Blessings and peace upon you all.

Tony French

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August 10, 2026 · 9:00 am

The Word

The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.

Psalm 19:7

In a world filled with uncertainty and constant change, one question remains eternally relevant: How can we truly know that we belong to Christ? What is tangible evidence of a genuine relationship with God? These aren’t mere philosophical musings—they’re deeply personal questions that touch the heart of every believer’s journey.

The beautiful truth is that God hasn’t left us guessing. Throughout Scripture, He’s provided clear markers, identifiable traits that distinguish His children from the world. These aren’t burdensome requirements to earn salvation, but rather natural outgrowths of a transformed heart. Let’s explore one powerful evidence of authentic faith today. Let’s consider a hunger for the Bible.

The Psalmist declares with profound clarity that “the law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul” (Psalm 19:7). This ancient wisdom points to a fundamental truth: genuine believers develop an appetite for Scripture. It’s not about religious duty or checking off a spiritual to-do list. Rather, it’s a deep-seated desire to know God more intimately through the revelation He’s given us.

This hunger may ebb and flow—we’re human, after all, still wrestling with our sinful nature. There will be seasons when the Word feels less compelling, when distractions pull us away. But these are exceptions, not the rule. A true child of God consistently returns to Scripture, drawn by an inexplicable pull to understand what God has said.

The Bible describes itself as “sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb” (Psalm 19:10). When we taste this sweetness, when we experience the life-giving power of God’s Word, we can’t help but come back for more. This desire is itself a testimony, a quiet confirmation that the Spirit of God dwells within us.

Tony French

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August 3, 2026 · 9:00 am

“Overcome The World”

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

John 16:33

The demonic realm is real. The enemy is active. But Jesus is greater. Infinitely greater.

The question isn’t whether spiritual warfare exists—it does. The question is: whose side are you on? Have you trusted in Christ for salvation? Are you abiding in Him daily? Are you fleeing from things that open doors to darkness? Are you telling others about what He’s done for you?

Many souls have been suffering for a long time. But one encounter with Jesus changes everything for them. The same can be true for you, regardless of how long you’ve been bound, how deep the darkness seems, or how hopeless the situation appears.

Jesus is still in the business of setting captives free, healing broken lives, and bringing people from death to life. Trust Him. Believe in Him. Follow Him. And then tell others about the great things He has done. Declare today, “as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” (Joshua 24:15)

Tony French

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July 27, 2026 · 9:00 am

Mission

38 The man from whom the demons had gone out begged to go with him, but Jesus sent him away, saying, 39 “Return home and tell how much God has done for you.” So the man went away and told all over town how much Jesus had done for him.

Luke 8:38-39

The man who was demon possessed obeyed after his deliverance. He went throughout the entire city proclaiming what Jesus had done for him. He became a living testimony to the transforming power of Christ.

This is our calling too. When Christ saves us, heals us, delivers us, sustains us—we’re called to tell others. Not in a pushy, obnoxious way, but simply sharing our story. What has God done for you? How has He changed your life? Where would you be without Him?

These are powerful testimonies that can’t be argued away. They’re not theoretical theology—they’re lived experience.

Tony French

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July 20, 2026 · 9:00 am

Tell

34 When those tending the pigs saw what had happened, they ran off and reported this in the town and countryside, 35 and the people went out to see what had happened. When they came to Jesus, they found the man from whom the demons had gone out, sitting at Jesus’ feet, dressed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. 36 Those who had seen it told the people how the demon-possessed man had been cured. 37 Then all the people of the region of the Gerasenes asked Jesus to leave them, because they were overcome with fear. So he got into the boat and left.

Luke 8:34-37

The account of the demon-possessed man in Luke 8 takes an interesting turn in verses 34-37. You’d think the townspeople would celebrate this miracle. This man had been a blight on their community for years. And now He had been cured completely by the Savior. Instead, they were afraid and asked Jesus to leave.

Sometimes people prefer familiar misery to unfamiliar freedom. Change—even positive change—can be unsettling. The presence of holiness can be uncomfortable when we’re accustomed to compromise.

Jesus honored their request and began to leave. He doesn’t force Himself on anyone.

But the healed man? He begged to go with Jesus. Who could blame him? Jesus had given him his life back.

Yet Jesus had different instructions: “Return to your own house and tell what great things God has done for you.” The same command is given to Christians in our time. Christ has saved us, sanctified us, and set us free through His grace. May we tell others the wonderful things that God has done for us.

Tony French

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July 13, 2026 · 9:00 am

The Awesome Word of God

The Bibles teaches us the following thought; “For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear.”  (2nd Timothy 4:3)  This powerful prophesy perfectly describes a growing segment of the church today. There are some who desire to fit the Bible to their convictions rather than allowing the Bible to shape their convictions.

The Word of God is our standard and our rule of faith. We should order our lives by its teachings and not seek to force our own preferences upon the Scriptures. From the Bible, the believer derives their core beliefs and doctrine. We can know the truth and it will set us free. (John 8:32)   

It is important for Christians to know what they believe and why they believe it. For instance, why do we believe in Jesus? The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is a good place to begin. Jesus died, was buried, and rose again. He predicted His death, burial, and resurrection. Who else could do such a thing but God alone?

Why do we believe in the resurrection? The first reason is the eyewitness testimony of the risen Savior. (1 Corinthians 15) There were many witnesses (up to 500) to Jesus resurrection. Also, many of those who encountered the resurrected Savior were willing to give their lives for their commitment to the truth that Jesus was raised from the dead. Ultimately, we believe that Jesus is alive by faith. (Hebrews 11:1-6) The risen Savior is the foundation and the heart of Christian belief.

May we always be ready to give an answer for our beliefs. But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect (1st Peter 3:15)

Tony French

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July 9, 2026 · 9:00 pm

Supreme Savior

13 For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, 14 in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.

Colossians 1:1-14

The Greater Force

The account found in Luke 8 isn’t primarily about demons—it’s about the supremacy of Christ. He is greater than every force of darkness. He is greater than our problems, our fears, our doubts, and our sins.

This is why believers in Christ need not fear demonic possession. The Spirit of God dwells within us, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. Light and darkness cannot coexist in the same space.

But this protection isn’t automatic for everyone. It comes through a relationship with Jesus Christ—through turning from sin and trusting in His finished work on the cross. He didn’t just defeat demons during His earthly ministry; He defeated sin, death, and Satan himself through His crucifixion and resurrection.

Tony French

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July 6, 2026 · 9:00 am

Jesus Changes Lives

30 Jesus asked him, “What is your name?” “Legion,” he replied, because many demons had gone into him. 31 And they begged Jesus repeatedly not to order them to go into the Abyss.32 A large herd of pigs was feeding there on the hillside. The demons begged Jesus to let them go into the pigs, and he gave them permission. 33 When the demons came out of the man, they went into the pigs, and the herd rushed down the steep bank into the lake and was drowned.

Luke 8:30-32

The Encounter That Changes Everything

The man among the tombs had a life that seemed beyond hope. The community had tried everything. Nothing worked. He had suffered “for a long time.”

The demons recognized Christ immediately. They even tried to intimidate Him by using His full title: “Jesus, Son of the Most High God.” It was like a tiny dog yapping at a grizzly bear—all noise, no threat.

The demons couldn’t stand in His presence. They begged not to be sent into the abyss. Jesus, demonstrating His complete authority, sent them into a herd of pigs that then rushed down a steep bank into the lake and drowned.

When the townspeople came to investigate, they found the formerly demon-possessed man “sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed and in his right mind.”

This is the power of an encounter with Christ. Where there was chaos, there is now peace. Where there was nakedness and shame, there is now dignity. Where there was insanity, there is now soundness of mind.

Bring your mess to Jesus today. He will forgive your sin, redeem your past, and cleanse your unrighteousness. God is able!

Tony French

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June 29, 2026 · 9:00 am

Doorway To Darkness

30 Jesus asked him, “What is your name?” “Legion,” he replied, because many demons had gone into him. 31 And they begged Jesus repeatedly not to order them to go into the Abyss.

Luke 8:30-31

Modern Doorways to Darkness

In our contemporary world, many people treat spiritual matters like entertainment. Tarot cards become party games. Horoscopes are daily reading. Mediums promise connection with deceased loved ones. New Age practices promise enlightenment and peace.

But here’s the uncomfortable question: What if these aren’t as harmless as we’ve been led to believe?

The ancient Israelites were explicitly warned against consulting mediums and practicing divination. This wasn’t arbitrary religious restriction—it was protection. These practices open doors that are difficult to close, inviting influences that don’t have our best interests at heart.

Even the seemingly benign practice of “emptying your mind” through certain meditation techniques can be spiritually dangerous. Our minds were created by God to be filled with truth, beauty, and goodness—not emptied to become vulnerable to whatever might fill the void.

The wisdom isn’t to live in fear, but to live with discernment. Why would we waste time and resources on counterfeits when we have access to the genuine article—the living God who speaks through His Word and His Spirit?

Tony French

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