WE All HAVE A PURPOSE
January 26,2025
Does everyone have a purpose in life? Yes!
· Even satan has a purpose
The Devil's main purpose on earth is to tempt humans into sin, deceive them, and lead them away from God.Just as God had a plan and purpose for Moses, He has one for you and me. Some are still discovering their purpose. That’s part of the journey. As we grow closer to God, we learn more about His plans for us through prayer, fasting, reading His Word, and serving others.
All Sin Leads To Forgiveness
Forgiveness is essential because sin creates a barrier between us and God. Many of us carry the burden of unforgiveness, often because we don’t know how to let go or are unwilling to release what’s been done or said to us. Forgiveness doesn’t mean that what happened was acceptable, but holding on to unforgiveness only opens the door to bitterness, anger, hatred, and pride. If we’re not careful, past wounds can eat away at us, affecting both our inner peace and our relationships. To experience the freedom Christ offers, we must learn to forgive and free ourselves from the weight of pain. This is just a glimpse of the message I’ll be sharing.
Being human means making mistakes in one form or another, and these shortcomings impact our relationships with both God and others. This is why forgiveness is so essential to the Christian journey. Jesus didn’t come to perfect people.He came to heal and restore those who are broken.
January 1,2023
Preached First Sunday Service!
I preached on the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego, focusing on the question: What God, or gods, are you serving? During the altar call, several kids came forward. My key message was to challenge them—what God or gods are you serving, or perhaps idolizing?
J-Town Christ Fellowship Church
Kids Camp 2023
The Power of The Tongue
I had the privilege of preaching at Kids Camp at my church, Christ Fellowship Church of Dawsonville, GA, and it was truly an honor to speak about the power of the tongue. The tongue has been a powerful force from the beginning of time. For example, in Genesis 4, we see Cain use his words in the most tragic way when he kills his own brother Abel. He even lies to God, denying his sin. Another example is found in Exodus 2, where Moses' mother hides the truth about the new law that all newborn Hebrew boys should be killed. However, from God’s perspective, Moses went on to become the one who received the Ten Commandments. From the beginning of human history, we see the destructive power of lying.
It’s important to understand that God did not intend for us to use our tongues in this way. The power to speak lies comes from the enemy—Satan, the father of all lies. The tongue can be a dangerous weapon that leads to immense trouble. We need to stand firm in the truth, resist the lies of the devil, and declare, “Devil, you can’t have my soul; I belong to Jesus!”
We can see the damage done by the tongue in the story of Judas, who betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. Afterward, he was filled with guilt because he lied to and about Jesus. You can read more about this in Matthew 26:14. Another example is Peter’s denial of Christ. He denied knowing Jesus three times, even though he had walked with Him and witnessed His miracles. Three times he lied! This shows just how dangerous our words can be.
The tongue can lead us down two paths, and the choice is ours. We have the option to choose Heaven or Hell. Hell is where those who turn away from God go, or those who never turn to Him. On the other hand, Heaven is where we can spend eternity with Jesus, surrounded by our loved ones. We can use our words to build God’s Kingdom or tear it down. Proverbs 12:19 says, *“The truthful lip shall be established forever, but a lying tongue is but for a moment.”* Honesty is key. Jesus desires truthfulness, and we must trust and obey Him.
The danger of the tongue is real—it can lead to life or death. James 3:6 tells us, *“The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one’s life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell.”* Ephesians 4:29 says, *“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.”* Proverbs 12:18 warns, *“The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.”*
So, how do we control our tongues? Here are a few practical tips:
1. **If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.**
2. **If you can’t think of something positive to say, just smile, nod, and change the subject.**
3. **Pause before you speak.** Take ten seconds to think about what you're about to say. If it still seems right, then speak. If not, keep quiet.
4. **Consider the consequences.** Think about how your words will impact the person you’re speaking to and the situation.
5. **Think it, don’t say it.** Everyone has negative thoughts, but it’s important to filter those thoughts before they become words.
6. **Apologize if necessary.** If your words have hurt others, especially in front of many people, a public apology can help heal wounds and tame the tongue. The Bible warns us about the sins of the tongue. Two of the Ten Commandments address sins involving speech: using the Lord’s name in vain (Exodus 20:7) and bearing false witness (Exodus 20:16). Jesus Himself cautioned against using our words carelessly. Other sins of the tongue include boasting, harsh language, criticism, double-tongued speech, anger, hateful words, and deliberately using vague language to avoid the truth.
In closing, I leave you with this verse from James 3:8: “But no man can tame the tongue. It is an unruly evil, full of deadly poison.”
The tongue is a powerful force, and it’s up to us to choose how we will use it—will we speak life, or will we speak death?
Let’s choose wisely, and make sure our words align with God’s will.
Broken World, Broken People
I was blessed with the opportunity to preach on November 27, 2023, thanks to the encouragement of my mentors and the children's pastors at my church. The message I shared was titled *Broken World, Broken People*. Many children came forward, opening up about the things that were broken in their lives, the struggles they faced at home. It was such a powerful reminder that God is using me in ways I never imagined. *Broken world, broken people*—so many of us get caught up worrying too much about what others think, instead of focusing on ourselves and our own journey. Why do we let ourselves be judged for things like reading the Bible, going to church, or choosing not to use foul language? People will judge us no matter what we do. But will we continue to let the lies of this world define us? So many people will. The more we hear something, the more we tend to believe it, even if it's not true.
Let me remind you of something: there's an anointing on your life. No one knows the life we live behind closed doors. This world is broken in so many ways, especially with all the distractions of technology—social media, phones, iPads, laptops, and more. These things often take our attention away from the people who matter most—our families and, most importantly, Christ. If we keep letting this happen, we'll regret it one day and wish we had done things differently.
We live in a fallen world, and in a fallen world, bad things often happen to good people. So, what do we do when those things happen? We pray. This world is so broken that we feel like we’re always on the go, always working, always striving, but we can’t forget to stop and reflect. Our mission in life is to live like Jesus did, but most of us don’t always do that. We all have issues—no one is exempt. But the good news is that once God begins something in us, He will finish it. This broken world can only drag us down if we allow it. Remember, broken people are hurt people, and hurt people hurt people. But God can heal your brokenness and transform it into something good.
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Kids Camp 2022
I was honored to have the opportunity to preach at the Kids Camp at my new church, Christ Fellowship Church of Dawsonville, GA. It was a privilege to stand before the children and share about Jesus’ temptation. Volunteering and serving at the camp was an unforgettable experience, and I had the joy of helping two young children accept Jesus into their hearts. This was my first year participating in Kids Camp, and I am excited to continue being involved year after year. I've formed strong connections with the pastors and truly enjoy working with the kids. It’s been such a blessing to be part of this ministry.
I’ve also had the chance to speak at my friend’s church, Water Walkers Worship Center, where I shared a message titled "Broken World, Broken People." Through all of these experiences, God has placed a calling on my heart to become a pastor for children with gifted needs, and I am committed to following that path.
"Speak, for your servant is listening."
- 1 Samuel 3:7-11