"Everyone is subject to some kind of authority. There is one chain of command and the ultimate authority at the top is God." —Billy Graham

David didn’t ask God to fix his reputation. He asked God to change his heart. “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” Psalm 51:10 NIV Real repentance starts here: Not “change them.” Not “change my circumstances.” Start with me. We need more than better behavior. We need forgiveness, a changed heart, and Jesus. #PointingBackToHim

The tide is turning...

How many times have you hit a genealogy in the Bible and skipped right over it? Matthew starts his Gospel with one for a reason. Jesus the Messiah. Son of David. Son of Abraham. Before anything else, Matthew starts by telling us WHO Jesus is. Matthew 1:1 #PointingBackToHim

“Noah's Ark resting place '100% confirmed' after 4,300 years as astonishing 'man-made' structure is detected buried deep underground” So if Noah’s Ark is real, that means the bible is real. That means Jesus is real. If you never have picked up a bible, prayed, or you have not given your life to Jesus, do it now. No matter how far you have strayed, Jesus is waiting for you. Jesus loves you 🩷

“With the help of the Word of God, and the help of the Holy Spirit, I can live the Christian life…” —@BillyGraham #WednesdayWisdom

Not every thought deserves your agreement. Take it captive. Test it against the truth of God’s Word. Bring it into obedience to Christ. 2 Corinthians 10:5 NIV #PointingBackToHim

🚨 EXTENDED cut of my conversation with Pastor @PhilipAMitchell on Islam... This might be the most uncomfortable conversation for pastors to have right now. We have 1,400 years of history as a guide. It would be very naive to think it will be different this time.

What we continually allow into our hearts matters. “Watch over your heart with all diligence, For from it flow the springs of life.” — Proverbs 4:23 NASB I’m guilty of getting away from the Word like I should sometimes. How about you? Get back in the Word. Stay close to Jesus.

The enemy will remind you of every failure. Scripture calls him “the accuser.” — Rev. 12:10 But Jesus is our Advocate. — 1 John 2:1 Don’t point to how good you are. Point to the cross. Jesus gets the final word. ✝️ Inspired by John Bevere / MessengerX #PointingBackToHim

You do not have to fix yourself before coming to Jesus. “I have not come to call the righteous to repentance, but sinners.” Luke 5:32 NASB Jesus calls sinners to repentance, not perfection before they come. Come to Jesus. #PointingBackToHim

"Some think that only ministers are to preach, but that is wrong. Every Christian is to be a witness; every follower of Christ is to preach the Gospel." —Billy Graham

From today’s YouVersion devotional, “Get Ready”: Nobody goes into a real battle unprepared. Ephesians 6:11 says: “Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil.” Truth. Righteousness. The gospel of peace. Faith. Salvation. The Word of God. Prayer. The battle is real. So is the armor. Stand firm. Keep your eyes on Jesus. #Jesus #Ephesians6 #ArmorOfGod #PointingBackToHim

Before you speak today, check what your heart has been rehearsing. Psalm 19:14 isn't positive-thinking advice. David asks God to make his words and the meditation of his heart pleasing to Him. We don't need polished speech. We need our Rock and Redeemer. #PointingBackToHim

"Salvation is an act of God. It is initiated by God, wrought by God, and sustained by God." —Billy Graham

BROKENHEARTED? “The LORD is near to the brokenhearted And saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18 NASB Pain says God is far away. His Word says He is near. #Psalm3418 #Jesus #PointingBackToHim

We remember what went wrong so easily. Today’s YouVersion reading reminded me to remember what God has done instead. “I will give thanks to the LORD with all my heart; I will tell of all Your wonders.” — Psalm 9:1 NASB Remember His faithfulness. Remember Jesus.

Jesus did not look at hurting people with irritation. He saw them and had compassion. “Seeing the crowds, He felt compassion for them, because they were distressed and downcast, like sheep without a shepherd.” — Matthew 9:36 NASB That is the heart of Christ. #PointingBackToHim

Today is Constitution Day. I’m thankful for the freedoms we have in this country. But my hope is not in Washington, a political party, or any earthly government. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today, and forever.” — Hebrews 13:8 Freedom is a blessing. Jesus is King. #PointingBackToHim