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If Jericho Fell on the News: Would We Alter the Gospel?

October 2, 2026 / Wayne Johnson / 0 Comments

While listening to Joshua’s account of the fall of Jericho in the Old Testament, I wondered how it would be received in today’s world of Social media and live news feeds. I imagine the media would explode with interviews, conjecture, ridicule, and laughter run-amok. Would there be even one media source that would not be mocking these followers of God who say their God is the “One and Only God” in my opinion, the sarcasm would be relentless.

Can you envision the video they would capture or the reporter’s words? “These people actually believe the huge city walls in this video will collapse if they march around the city once a day for six days while staying quiet, and then on day seven march around the city seven times with priest blowing trumpets; then, at the sound of one last trumpet, they believe all they have to do is yell, and this massive wall, this huge massive wall of Jericho, is going to fall down so they can take the city”

Can you imagine the news coverage? How about the jaw-dropping shock to the world of unbelievers when the wall falls?

Do you think the walls of Jericho would have fallen if they had done anything less than what God commanded them to do? The same God who specified the march also specified how a person comes into Christ. Hebrews 11:30 says the walls fell by faith after they had been encircled for seven days. The city had already been given (Joshua 6:2); the marching did not earn it. The promise was attached to the instructions, and the result came when those instructions were kept

For some reason, many today take huge liberties with God’s word and make statements along the lines of, “God loves us; Jesus died for us, and because He loves us, we don’t need to be baptized (immersed) to be saved. We don’t need to gain understanding, repent, confess Jesus as Lord, or change our life; all we have to do is say a prayer, and we are saved, and once we are saved, we are always saved.

Scripture does not present a prayer as the converting act. It names belief, repentance, confession, and baptism for the forgiveness of sins (Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38; 22:16; Romans 10:9–10). A changed life follows that response; it is not a work done beforehand to earn it (Romans 6:4; John 14:15). Passages on security address those who continue in Christ (John 10:28–29; Romans 8:38–39). They do not cancel the warnings against falling away we find in (Hebrews 3:12–14; 10:26–29; 2 Peter 2:20–22).

What if a priest in Joshua’s camp said, 7 times is unnecessary; God loves us; let’s pray, then blow the trumpets and yell, ‘God is with us! Or any other variance from God’s command. Do you really believe the walls would have fallen had anything less than God’s command been done?

I don’t!

God attached the promise to the instructions He gave. The walls fell when those instructions were kept (Joshua 6:20). I do not believe a substituted plan would have brought the same result.

The walls would never have fallen if they had done anything other than what God told them to do. In 2 Kings 5:14, Naaman was told to dip seven times in the River Jordan to heal his leprosy; He first wanted a different method. He was cleansed when he dipped seven times “according to the saying of the man of God. ”had he tried to sprinkle water on his body or do anything else, he would not have been healed because he did not do as God commanded. We are told to teach the message of Christ with boldness and love, not by changing the message to get more people to listen or respond. Doing so is foolish!

Christ’s blood is the ground of forgiveness. Faith, repentance, confession, and baptism are the conditions God set for receiving it—not works that earn it.

Throughout Scripture, we have words and examples showing that it is important to do God’s will, God’s way, as stated in His Holy Word, not our own desires. This was true then, and it’s true now.

Jesus tells us, “If you love Me, you will keep My Commandments.” God specified the way at Jericho. He has specified the way now.

Hebrews 11:30; Joshua 6:2–5, 20; 2 Kings 5:10–14; Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38; 22:16; Romans 6:3–4; Galatians 3:26–27; 1 Peter 3:21; John 14:15; Matthew 7:21; James 2:14–26; Hebrews 5:9.

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Millions Estimated Lost—Eight Were Saved

September 29, 2026 / Wayne Johnson / 0 Comments

Scholars estimate that millions were living on Earth at the time of the great flood. Noah, a preacher of righteousness, spent decades building an Ark on dry land and, while building it, also preached righteousness before the impending flood. Many probably thought Noah was nuts, at least until the day the rain fell. The day reality set in, the day it was too late to act. (Sound familiar)

Today, science, archaeology, history, and Scripture provide overwhelming evidence that Jesus lived, died, and was raised again. Today, God-breathed, inspired Scripture shows us how, through belief and obedient faith, we can repent, confess Christ, and be Immersed “In Christ,” buried in the waters of baptism for the forgiveness of our sins. Scripture tells us of Christ’s return, His judgment, and how, by God’s grace and our obedient faith, we can look forward to receiving new glorified bodies, living forever with Christ in heaven and forever with our brothers and sisters “in Christ.”

Unfortunately, just like with the rejection of Noah, the message of Christ is constantly being rejected or skewed. Those sharing the truth of His message are often ridiculed and dismissed as religious fanatics for attempting to share the news of Christ with the hope that people will react and respond.

Christ is the most important message you will ever hear. Please don’t wait until it’s too late to act.

Do a self-check, do a biblical check, and be certain the path you’re on is the path God set before us all in His Holy Word, not a rendition of truth crafted by those who tickle ears. (see: 2 Timothy 4:3–4)

Accepting God’s love includes accountability.

Romans 14:12
2 Peter 2:5
Hebrews 11:7
Genesis 6:5–22
1 Peter 3:20–21
Romans 10:17
Mark 16:16
Acts 2:38
Romans 10:9–10
2 Timothy 2:15
2 Timothy 4:3–4
Philippians 3:20–21
Romans 6:3–8
see also: Genesis 7:1, 5, 16, 21–23; Genesis 9:19; Matthew 24:36–44; Luke 17:26–27; John 3:5; Acts 2:36–41; Acts 22:16; 1 Corinthians 15:51–53; Ephesians 2:8–10; Colossians 2:12; 2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 3:3–13; 1 John 1:7

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God’s Greatest Commandments: Love Him First, Love Others Always

September 28, 2026 / Wayne Johnson / 0 Comments

Jesus answered, “The most important is, ‘Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’The second is this: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.” And the scribe said to him, “You are right, Teacher. You have truly said that he is one, and there is no other besides him. And to love him with all the heart and with all the understanding and with all the strength, and to love one’s neighbor as oneself, is much more than all whole burnt offerings and sacrifices.” Mark 12:29-33

Matthew records the same teaching this way: “On these two commandments depend all the Law and the Prophets” (Matthew 22:40). They do not erase the rest of God’s will. They show what every command is for: wholehearted love for God, and real love for people.

Love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.
Love your neighbor as yourself.

“Love your neighbor as yourself” assumes we already seek our own good; it does not teach self-worship but we cannot claim love for God while refusing to love others as ourselves. These are not mutually exclusive (1 John 4:20–21)

Jesus calls us to follow Him daily. He knows what is best for us. Luke 9:23 says that following Him means denying ourselves and taking up the cross daily. Are we drawing closer to Him in prayer and study? Or are we so occupied with everything else that we rarely think of our Savior, or even take time to pray?

Jesus does not treat love as a warm feeling we can have while ignoring what He said. “If you love me, you will keep my commandments” (John 14:15). He also gave a new command: love one another as He loved us—not only as we love ourselves (John 13:34; John 15:12–13).

That’s A LOT OF LOVE!

“Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.” James 4:8

In the above verse, James calls double-minded people to repent. Drawing near means turning from a split loyalty—not merely adding a brief prayer to a crowded day.

In Christ we can have the peace of God, which surpasses understanding, as we bring our requests to Him with thanksgiving (Philippians 4:6–7). Prayer, however, is not a substitute for the Word. God’s Word cannot teach us if we leave it closed. “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved… rightly handling the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15).

2 Timothy 2:15
John 13:34
John 14:15
Mark 12:29-33
Matthew 22:40
Philippians 4:6–7
1 John 4:20–21
James 4:8
Deuteronomy 6:4-5; Leviticus 19:18; John 15:12-13; Romans 13:8-10; Galatians 5:14; 1 John 4:7-11, 19-21; Luke 9:23; Philippians 4:6-7;

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Write It Down, Cast It on Him

September 26, 2026 / Wayne Johnson / 0 Comments

I once found myself extremely stressed as multiple concerns snuck up, combined, and weighed me down. I remember feeling so distraught and so overwhelmed I knew not what to do. Then I decided to write down my thoughts. Not for the purpose of sharing them with others, but to take those muddy thoughts in my mind, organize them, and put them somewhere else—like on paper. For some reason, this helped me think more clearly in the following days. It helped me prioritize my thoughts and clear away the mud in my mind.

I still do this from time to time. In fact, if you’re reading this, you see that I share some thoughts on social media and web platforms, but certainly not all.

I have also found that it’s just as important to read those thoughts back later as it is to write them down, even if what I wrote looks like incoherent Babel. That can be embarrassing if I have shared it publicly, but that doesn’t matter.

What matters is this: writing my thoughts down and rereading them helped clear my mind. It helped me identify the issues and separate what I could control from what I could not.

If you’re struggling in some way, writing might help. Take a little time and write for yourself, even if no one else ever reads it. Writing may help you think more clearly, as it did for me. But remember, writing is only a tool. Paper holds words. Jesus carries the burden if we will pray, turn those cares over to Him, and trust Him to help.

Scripture tells us to humble ourselves by casting our anxieties on God. So pray first, or pray as you write. You may even write out the prayer itself, telling God what is on your mind. That helps you recognize the anxieties you cannot control so you can turn them over to the One who can: Jesus. Then trust Him to carry that load.

“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time He may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on Him, because He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:6–7

See also: 1 Samuel 1:10–18; Psalm 13:1–6; Psalm 42:5; Psalm 55:22; Psalm 62:8; Proverbs 3:5–6; Lamentations 3:19–24; Matthew 6:25–34; Matthew 11:28–30; Luke 12:22–31; Philippians 4:4–7; Hebrews 4:14–16; 1 Peter 5:5–9.

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Do we really believe God Who will humbly reason from His Word?

Do We Really Believe God? Then Who Will Humbly Reason from His Word?

September 25, 2026 / Wayne Johnson / 0 Comments

We have no shortage of knowledge at our fingertips, yet we have a vast shortage of open minds. Minds willing to humble themselves as they discuss and reason about God’s Word. Instead of being offended when something contradicts our current beliefs, why not turn to Scripture and let God’s complete words be the final answer?

“For we know in part and we prophesy in part, but when completeness comes, what is in part disappears.” (1 Corinthians 13:9-10 NIV)

Are you offended or curious when someone states something from God’s Word that you’ve been taught differently? Is it possible you have been taught only part of the answer? Do you take time to review the Scripture they provide to support their claim, or do you go to a preacher or friend for a response? Will you take time to examine the Scriptures daily to see whether their points are true, or will you cling to your feelings on the matter?

Why not let the inspired words of God do the talking so you can learn more fully? Why not study the whole truth more closely yourself and seek answers from God’s word to any discrepancies between what you believe and what God’s word tells us?

This is how we can unite with Scripture! Instead of forcing pieces of Scripture to fit our feelings and current understanding, take a closer look.

This is the example the Apostle Paul gave us; he went into the synagogues to reason.

While in Thessalonica, Paul “reasoned with them from the Scriptures, explaining and proving that it was necessary for Christ to suffer and to rise from the dead, and saying, ‘This Jesus whom I proclaim to you is the Christ.” And some of them were persuaded…” Acts 17:2-6

Paul reasoned from Scripture, yet not all were persuaded.

Later, in the town of Berea, Paul went into the synagogue to reason, and God’s word points out that those in this synagogue: “Now these Jews were more noble than those of Thessalonica; They received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.” Acts 17:11

Why were they considered more noble? Because of their open minds and eagerness to know the truth

By approaching God’s word with an open mind, we will indeed do our best to learn. So, let’s do so eagerly, examining Scripture to see if what we understand is so.

2nd Timothy 2:15 tells us: “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.”

1 Corinthians 14:33 tells us: ”For God is not a God of confusion but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints,”

“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up.” (James 4:10 NIV)

“I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought.” (1 Corinthians 1:10 NIV“)

Isaiah 1:18; Psalm 119:18, 119:105, 119:160; Proverbs 2:1-6; Proverbs 3:5-6; Proverbs 18:13; John 17:17; Acts 17:2-4; Acts 17:11; Romans 15:4; 1 Corinthians 1:10; 1 Corinthians 13:9-10; 1 Corinthians 14:33; Galatians 1:8-9; Ephesians 4:3-6, 4:13-15; 1 Thessalonians 5:21; 2 Timothy 2:15; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; James 1:21-25; James 4:6, 4:10; 2 Peter 1:19-21; 1 John 4:1.

God’s word is complete.

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Walking the Edge of God’s Word

September 24, 2026 / Wayne Johnson / 0 Comments

Some like to walk on the edge and make it appear fun and exciting rather than extremely hazardous. Likewise, many Christians attempt to walk on the edge of God’s Word and try to make their walk look appealing to those doing their best to walk on the safety of God’s firm foundation. (as if staying on the solid foundation means missing out on some of life’s enjoyment).

Why do those who walk the Edge of God’s Word want to bring others there, too? And why do so many accept their invitation and walk the edge behind them?

One simplified answer is a lack of understanding!

Scriptural understanding is needed for building strong faith. We can’t trust God and then distrust or discount God’s Word or the warnings of eternal peril associated with “edge walking”.

As written to the Church in Laodicea, we can’t be lukewarm and expect anything less than to be spewed out. (Revelation 3:15-20)

Some discount their actions with the phrase “God loves us,” as if that fact (and it is a fact) means God does not mean what he says in Scripture.

Their statement implies that because God loves us, He will not really allow anyone to spend forever in hell; however, is that what we find in Scripture? No.

Instead of “edge walking”, let’s strive to walk together with our brothers or sisters in Christ. First, let’s follow the pathway of strength and righteousness found in knowing and practicing God’s Word, and hold securely to Jesus’ extended hand so we may be secure in our footing. Then, being strong in our faith lets us extend our hand in Christian love for others to hold.

Instead of being influenced, let’s influence and encourage others who might be walking the edge to walk on the safety of the firm foundation of God’s Word.

For those in Christ, walking the path God lays out hand in hand with our Savior, there is no doubt of our salvation (Hebrews 3:14); yet when we walk on the edge, we find ourselves one misstep, one loose footing, one heavy wind from falling into the abyss of temptation, then living in willful sin that can take us towards eternal death if we do not repent.

“For if we go on sinning deliberately after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, but a fearful expectation of judgment, and a fury of fire that will consume the adversaries. Anyone who has set aside the law of Moses dies without mercy on the evidence of two or three witnesses. How much worse punishment, do you think, will be deserved by the one who has trampled underfoot the Son of God, and has profaned the blood of the covenant by which He was sanctified, and has outraged the Spirit of grace? For we know Him who said, “Vengeance is mine; I will repay.” And again, “The Lord will judge his people.” It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.” Hebrews 10:26-31

Matthew 7:13–14, 21–27; Matthew 18:6; Matthew 25:46; Revelation 3:15–20; Hebrews 3:12–14; 2 Peter 2:20–22; Colossians 2:2–8; Ezekiel 18:21–26; Acts 8:22; Acts 11:23; Acts 14:22; 1 Thessalonians 5:11; Jeremiah 50:6; Hosea 4:6; Proverbs 14:12; 1 Corinthians 10:12; James 1:22; Hebrews 2:1; Jude 22–23; 1 John 1:7–9; 1 John 5:13; Galatians 6:1; 2 Corinthians 13:5;Hebrews 6:4–8

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Love Is Much More Than a Mere Word

September 23, 2026 / Wayne Johnson / 0 Comments

To have an abundance of money is not something I can truly understand; however, having an abundance of love through caring brothers and sisters in Christ is something we cherish and enjoy. We are blessed to be servants among servants for the Lord. We love all our brothers and sisters in Christ, both near and far, and pray for your well-being and success in sharing the message of Christ.

LOVE IS MUCH MORE THAN A MERE WORD

“Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends. As for prophecies, they will pass away; as for tongues, they will cease; as for knowledge, it will pass away.” 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 ESV

“So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” 1 Corinthians 13:13 ESV

“Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace:” 1 Peter 4:8-10 ESV.

“And He said to him, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ This is the great and foremost commandment. The second is like it, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ On these two commandments depend the whole Law and the Prophets.” Matthew 22:37-40

1 John 3:18; John 13:34–35; 1 John 4:7–8, 19–21; Romans 13:8–10; John 15:12–13; Galatians 5:13–14, 22; Colossians 3:14; Romans 5:8; 1 John 3:16.

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Help Others See What They Can Become in Christ

September 20, 2026 / Wayne Johnson / 1 Comment

I am very thankful for all the encouragement I’ve received, both directly and indirectly, over the years. I’m thankful for those whose examples made me long to be more like them, as they lived lives that glorified Christ. It was obvious in their actions and words, in their concern for others, and in how and where they spent their time. Their efforts exemplified Christ’s life and personified selflessness.

These examples of good people made me want to examine myself, study God’s word, and deepen my understanding. These few people who affected me so much are now many in my life—many because I now choose to surround myself with them and others like them. In my opinion, their encouragement and edification have helped me become a better person.

I miss seeing many of these people weekly, as we did before Alzheimer’s affected our lives in such a way that we couldn’t. However, I still follow many of these outstanding examples on social media.

The people I speak of here are part of the Lord’s Church and helped me realize the importance of biblical study and of becoming and living as a Christian—because it doesn’t happen through osmosis! NO, these people continuously challenged me to study God’s Word together and independently, and now I strive to help others “see what they can become” in Christ, and through Christ, so we can all become better Me’s.

“Help others see what they can become” ~Philip Sanders

1 Thessalonians 5:11; Hebrews 10:24-25; Ephesians 4:29; Philippians 2:4; 2 Timothy 2:15, Proverbs 27:17; Matthew 5:16; 1 Corinthians 11:1; Philippians 3:17; Hebrews 3:13; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Ephesians 4:15-16; Romans 15:14; Colossians 3:16; 1 Timothy 4:12; Titus 2:7; 1 Peter 2:12.

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This life is not the End: Heaven is the Beginning In Christ Death has lost its Sting

Death Is Certain. So Is Heaven for Those In Christ

September 17, 2026 / Wayne Johnson / 0 Comments

I’ve been enjoying life for almost 66 years. This may seem like a long time for a 20-year-old, but in my mind, it’s very short. I’ve also seen and suffered from various types of diseases such as flu, pneumonia, colds, diabetes, mono, dementia, mobility, hearing, and eye issues. During this time, I’ve also lost loved ones to accidents, cancers, heart and liver failures. I even lost a friend to murder and know others who have lost loved ones to such crime.

Life is difficult at times.

In recent years, a virus (COVID-19) brought horrible deaths and extreme anxiety to this world, and we feared the horrendous pain, suffering, and loss it caused. Its existence spurred division among family, friends, and countries. Many felt the need to isolate themselves and became afraid to be around others.

For many, hugs and closeness faded into memories as fear of catching or spreading the disease became the new norm. A scratchy throat, the slightest sniffle, sneeze, cough, or faintest fever incited worry and fear. We were told to take precautions, use hand sanitizer, wash our hands, and practice distancing. Some wore masks, while others argued over their effectiveness.

All said, I personally refused to let fear control my life! Instead, I put my trust in God! This does not mean I would not die of the virus someday or lose loved ones to it.

One ICU nurse stated: “It takes who it takes.”

This is true of every ailment and adds perspective. I contracted this disease for the first time in 2021, and it hit me hard. In 2019, I found myself close to death with a pulmonary embolism (blood clots in my lungs and both legs). Throughout my life, I’ve had other close calls with accidents. Here’s the bottom line: We are all going to die of something, and none of us know when or how. So what actions should we take? What do I mean by “Trust in God?”

Some dare to blame God for the death of loved ones, murders, and accidents. God is never the author of moral evil; that is Satan’s domain. Yet disease, accidents, and death exist because we live in a world broken by sin since the Fall in Genesis 3. Scripture shows that God ‘sends rain on the just and the unjust’ (Matthew 5:45), and Jesus warned that those who died in disasters were not worse sinners than others (Luke 13:1–5). Death is inevitable, and none of us know when. Rather than blame, be prepared.

How? By learning what God wants you to know and following Jesus.

Jesus is everyone’s pathway to eternal life, where death, sickness, and pain have no existence. None!

This life is not the end; it’s the beginning!

When we are “In Christ,” we have chosen to take advantage of the Grace God offered us. In Christ, God has forgiven our sins, and our forever home is with Him. If we are “in Christ” and pursue a Christ-like life, we can live without fear of death; we can live instead with peace that surpasses understanding as heaven awaits. So why worry? In Christ, we can truly count it all joy!

In James 5:16, God points out that the prayers of the righteous avail much, so let us live fully by pursuing righteousness and praying with confidence that our prayers are heard. It is a great comfort to know our loved ones in Christ who lived accordingly are in paradise.

Scripture tells us: “Do not fear those who kill the body but are unable to kill the soul; but rather fear Him who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.” Matthew 10:28

“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:21

Always be prepared

* Matthew 24:36-51 (No one knows the Day or Hour)
* 2 Timothy 4:7-8 (Fight the good fight)
* 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 (God of all Comfort)
* Philippians 4:4-7 (The Peace of God)

How to be In Christ

Hear the Gospel: Romans 10:17; John 8:32
Belief/Faith: Hebrews 11:1; John 8:24; Romans 10:17
Repentance: 2 Corinthians 7:9–10; Luke 13:3–5; Acts 17:30; Acts 3:19
Confess: Romans 10:9–10; Matthew 10:32–33; Luke 12:8–9
Baptism by immersion for the forgiveness of sins: 1 Peter 3:21; Acts 2:38; John 3:5; Matthew 28:18–20; Ephesians 4:5; Romans 6:3–4; Colossians 2:12; Acts 8:36–39; Mark 1:9–10; John 3:23

Additional references: Matthew 6:25–34; Luke 12:22–32; Philippians 4:4–7; Isaiah 26:3; Psalm 55:22; Psalm 56:3–4; Psalm 94:19; Proverbs 3:5–6; Proverbs 12:25; John 14:27; John 16:33; Colossians 3:15; Hebrews 13:5–6; 2 Timothy 1:7; Romans 8:31–32; Ephesians 2:8–9; Hebrews 9:27; John 14:6; Romans 8:18, 8:28, 8:38–39; 1 Corinthians 15:54–57; Revelation 21:4; 2 Corinthians 5:8; Philippians 1:21, 1:23; Hebrews 2:14–15; James 1:2–4; 1 Peter 5:7; Psalm 23:4; Isaiah 41:10; 2 Timothy 4:7–8.

Every Moment of Every Day: The Christian Walk Never Logs Off

September 13, 2026 / Wayne Johnson / 0 Comments

The Christian’s walk is in every moment of every day, in every action and every word, in every emoji and every click, every comment on every post.

May the love of Christ show through us in everything we say and do, and may our lights shine in the darkness of evil even when temptations arise, so that our path is one others will want to follow as we follow Christ.

“Be imitators of me, just as I also am of Christ.” 1 Corinthians 11:1

“In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:16

“for at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light… Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. ”One small nuance, not a correction of doctrine: our lights are to shine in every moment, not only “when temptations arise.” Temptation is when the darkness presses hardest, but the walk itself is constant. If you want that even tighter, change one word: Ephesians 5:8, 11

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Tag: God First (Page 1 of 15)

If Jericho Fell on the News: Would We Alter the Gospel?

Millions Estimated Lost—Eight Were Saved

God’s Greatest Commandments: Love Him First, Love Others Always

Write It Down, Cast It on Him

Do We Really Believe God? Then Who Will Humbly Reason from His Word?

Walking the Edge of God’s Word

Love Is Much More Than a Mere Word

Help Others See What They Can Become in Christ

Death Is Certain. So Is Heaven for Those In Christ

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