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“No Greater Wisdom” By Zach Wood Proverbs 2:6-8 NIV For the Lord gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. He holds victory in store for the upright, he is a shield to those whose walk is blameless, for he guards the course of the just and protects the way of his...

“His Plans or Yours?” By Zach Wood Proverbs 19:21 NIV Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails. If there’s one thing we are all extremely good at, it’s coming up with great ideas of how to spend our time doing things. Whether it is at work, at home or...

“Seek To Be Humble” By Zach Wood 1 Peter 5:6 NIV Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. We all know there is a time and a place for everything. There is a time to laugh and a time to cry. There is a time to give advice and a time to just...

“Always There For Us” By Zach Wood Hebrews 4:14-16 NIV “Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one...

“Create & Restore” By Zach Wood Psalm 51:10-12 (NIV) “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.” As we come...

“He Understands” By Zach Wood John 1:14 (NLT) “So the Word became human and made his home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen his glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son.” Christmas time is one of my favorite times of the year. Things are so...

“Thankful, Grateful, Blessed” By Zach Wood 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV) “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” A couple of weeks ago, as we were on the road driving to church, I noticed a sign on the side of the...

“BIG or little God?” By Zach Wood Ephesians 3:20-21 (NIV) “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.” If...

“People-Pleaser or God-Pleaser?” By Zach Wood Galatians 1:10 (NIV) “Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.” There is not a single person in this world that...

“Attitude In The Morning” By Zach Wood Psalm 59:16-17 (NIV) “But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. You are my strength, I sing praise to you; you, God, are my fortress, my God on whom I can rely.” My...

“More Than Anything” By Zach Wood Psalm 73:25-26 (NLT) “Whom have I in heaven but you? I desire you more than anything on earth. My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever.” Think back to all the years of growing up in your...

“Seriously” By Zach Wood Matthew 28:18-20 (NLT) Jesus came and told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples...

“Clothed With Love” By Zach Wood Colossians 3:12 (NLT) “Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.” Many of us, if not most, enjoy wearing clothes that look good on us. I don’t think any...

“What Fills You Up?” By Zach Wood Romans 15:13 (NLT) I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit. Do you like to be filled up? We all do. When we eat...

“Stop Pretending & Start Loving” By Zach Wood Romans 12:9-10 (NLT) “Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.” One of the most favorite things kids...

“Are We Eagerly Awaiting?” By Zach Wood Philippians 3:20-21 (NIV) But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, Who, by the power that enables Him to bring everything under His control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like...

“How Are Your Words?” By Zach Wood Proverbs 16:24 (NLT) “Kind words are like honey—sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.” From the time I get up in the morning to the time I go to bed, I’m sharing words with various people throughout my day. Whether I’m chatting with my beautiful wife...

“His Faithful Love” By Zach Wood Psalm 107:1 (NLT) “Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! His faithful love endures forever.” Being the parent of two children has taught me so much through the years. As much as I strive to be a Godly father and role model to them, I find there are so many...

“Let’s Cheer On!” By Zach Wood Hebrews 10:24 (NLT) “Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works.” A few weeks ago, I wrote about a TV show that my kids and I have really gotten into called “American Ninja Warrior”. I shared how impressed I was with the show and...

“Imitate With Our Best Effort” By Zach Wood Ephesians 5:1-2 (NLT) “Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are His dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered Himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God.” We...