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We are a loving, Christ centered family of believers; passionate for God, and relentless in our pursuit of a deeper, and more authentic relationship with Him.

06/24/2026

🔥 Mid-Week Meditation 🔥The Father’s Perfect Love - 2 Samuel 9

The love we feel for our children is innate. From the moment the news of parenthood comes to us, everything changes. The way we see the world, and ourselves instantly, effortlessly shifts to encompass an all-consuming love and desire to protect the tiny person on his/her way into our arms. At first, young parents might believe this strong instinct to care for the helpless bundle will fade as they grow more independent, but I’ve learned that this is not the case. On the contrary, the awareness of danger outside of the home, the ones that threaten their minds and influence their decisions, is much more alarming as they grow. Beyond that, I sense a stronger will to persevere as my children get older. My decisions hold more weight as I notice their propensity to follow in my steps and learn from my ways. Once you become a parent, the love never stops. The awareness of their life, regardless of where they are in the world, never fades.

Although the realization of this remarkable human bond continually amazes me, it often turns my eyes towards our Heavenly Father. In Samuel 9, we see a phenomenal parallel of the Father’s love for us in the life of Mephibosheth. Lame and outcast from the age of five, Mephibosheth lived in the obscure town of Lo Debar, which translates to “no pasture” or “no thing”. Mephibosheth was the last descendant of King Saul, but lived in literal nothingness. King David, through a covenant he made with Saul’s son Jonathan, whom he loved, found Mephibosheth and restored him to the King's table. This story beautifully illustrates the love of our Heavenly Father. We are all Mephibosheth, broken and unworthy to dwell in the presence of the King, but we are restored to His table through the “New Covenant” fulfilled by Jesus.

Jesus reminds us of Father’s perfect love in Matthew 7:11 — If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him! — The incredible love we feel for our children is put there by God and should turn our eyes to Him to guide us through parenthood.

06/20/2026

Come spend the summer in Shepherd’s Pasture at our 2026 VBS! Kids will journey through Psalm 23 as they learn what it means to follow the Good Shepherd who cares for, guides, and never leaves His sheep.

For ages 5–12 years old • July 9–11

Thursday, 7/9 | 6p-9p

Friday, 7/10 | 6p-9p

Saturday, 7/11 | 9a-2p

Snacks are provided all days. Lunch is provided Saturday, 7/11 + water playtime to end the day!

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: https://forms.gle/tNx6NQvc28xsDepP8

06/18/2026

How much energy do we spend protecting our image while neglecting our heart?

Jesus invites us to stop striving for outward righteousness and surrender to Him, receiving a new identity shaped by His grace.

Watch the full message, "Image Protection" from our Romans series (Romans 2:17–29), and discover the freedom that comes when your identity is found in Christ rather than appearances.

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPImvIAw9FQ

06/10/2026

🔥 Mid-Week Meditation 🔥The Hope of Truth - Romans 1:18-32

“I don’t understand it all, but I believe it all” — Billy Graham’s ministry revolved around a few foundational principles that reflect the tension between limited human understanding and faith in God. And as Christians, our faith in God directly corresponds to His word. “So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” Romans 10:17—In other words: There is no faith in God without His Word. And His Word is Truth, “The entirety of Your word is truth…” Psalms 119:160

Today, we live in a society that is increasingly (at an alarming pace) accepting of an impostor of “truth”. One who refuses to be changed by Truth, but instead changes Truth to satisfy their desire for pleasure. Don’t believe me? Think about how many times you’ve heard this phrase: “Live YOUR truth.” — In other words, “Do what feels right to you.” Instead of submitting to real Truth and allowing it to change us, many have opted to change the truth to indulge in whatever pleasure feels right in the moment. This is a very dangerous way to live. Feelings change. Moods change. They are not reliable compasses. But God’s Word is—Truth.

Jeremiah 17 contains a warning the Prophet gave to the tribe of Judah that closely resembles the “Live your truth” movement of our time. In verse 9, he writes, “The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?” He goes on to write that only God can search the heart of man, and those whose trust is in Him are blessed with peace in the midst of any hardships.

Sin is slavery package in freedom. It makes promises it cannot keep. For sin to be embraced, Truth must be redefined. Humanity has a truth problem because it has a sin problem, and sin grows the more Truth dies. God’s Truth (all of it) is the only anchor by which our hearts can be made secure. “And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32

06/08/2026

Come spend the summer in Shepherd’s Pasture at our 2026 VBS! Kids will journey through Psalm 23 as they learn what it means to follow the Good Shepherd who cares for, guides, and never leaves His sheep.

For ages 5–12 years old • July 9–11
Lunch provided Saturday, 7/11 + water playtime to end the day!

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: https://forms.gle/tNx6NQvc28xsDepP8

06/03/2026

🔥 Mid-Week Meditation 🔥Don't Look Back - Genesis 19:1 - 29

The story of Lot's wife perplexed me for many years as a younger person. Oftentimes, I would revisit this story and stare at the words, "pillar of salt." What an unusual object to turn her into. Why salt? How does salt relate to God's command not to look back? Why is this significant for us to know as we read about their lives in scripture?

Lot and his family lived in the sin-filled region of filth, S***m and Gomorrah. When the time came for God's judgment on this land, He extended divine mercy to Lot and his family (due to God's covenant with Abraham, foreshadowing God's salvation through grace), providing them with a way out on one condition — "Flee for your lives! Don’t look back, and don’t stop anywhere in the plain! Flee to the mountains, or you will be swept away!” Genesis 19:17 — A pretty simple rule to follow when your very life depends on it. Lot and his daughters understood the command and reached the small town of Zoar safely. However, Lot's wife demonstrated attachment to her old life when she looked back, even though God had extended deliverance for her. The Bible says that in that moment, she turned into a pillar of salt. Her inability to leave her old life behind as God commanded ultimately proved too much for her and ultimately became her end.

A "pillar of salt." The image still looms in my mind. Why salt? The Ancient Egyptians used salt to preserve their dead. They used it to hold on to a semblance of the life that had been. For Lot's wife, looking back, was in direct disobedience to God. This act prevented her from being delivered from the judgment meant for S***m and Gomorrah. There was nothing but deplorable sin behind her. Holding onto it preserved her right where she stood, unable to experience the new life God had provided ahead. Just as the Egyptians used salt to hold onto what was dead, holding onto our pasts only preserves death, disabling us from experiencing a new life in Christ.

There is nothing but death in those old ways. Christ has provided a way out for all who turn to Him—Come to Jesus, today, don't look back.

05/31/2026

The church is not built by one person, but by many faithful hands and willing hearts. Today we celebrated and connected with some of those incredible people. Thankful for each volunteer who serves so faithfully and reflects God's love in so many ways. ❤️🙏
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05/27/2026

🔥 Mid-Week Meditation 🔥Unashamed - Romans 1:16-17

Years ago, starting out in life, I worked full-time in entertainment as an artist. Around such people, who being open-minded meant being open to anything BUT the Gospel. Many times, conversations would erupt with content directly opposed to the life-giving truth that lived in my heart, eliciting visceral reactions in me. I have a distinct memory of talking with someone who was examining the apps on my iPod (a new technology back then), seeing the Bible app, and pointing it out curiously. Brilliant! An open door! But, instead of boldly sharing my faith with someone I knew was lost, I breezed by the comment and let the door shut right in my face. That moment took place almost twenty years ago, and I remember it like it was yesterday. There was no threat of death or danger for me to discuss my faith in Jesus. There was no cost to pay, except perhaps to my pride. What shame I felt about not taking that moment to share the good news of Jesus.

As Children of God, our identity is found in Jesus, and Jesus is the Gospel. The Apostles, alongside the early Church, understood the value of the Gospel. So much so that the cost of boldly presenting Him to the world was worth paying, often with harsh persecution, imprisonment, and, for most of the Apostles, their very lives. They lived unashamed and proved it.

Paul endured a great many hardships and also accomplished many great works for the sake of the Gospel and still counted his life as nothing to himself—"However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.” Acts 20:24

Self-denial is the foundation of all boldness and living unashamed for Christ [the Gospel]. A spirit of shame fills someone who thinks too highly of themselves. Boldness is not a personality trait; it is the work of the Holy Spirit. A work that is established when we pay the price of our pride for the sake of the Gospel. Which is achieved when our heart's posture reflects the words ofJohn the Baptist: “He must increase, but I must decrease.” John 3:30

05/22/2026

🔥 Mid-Week Meditation 🔥 Belonging To Christ - Romans 1:1-7

When you hear the word “salad,” you think, “healthy,” right? An image of leafy greens, layered with various toppings, comes to mind. However, a salad is actually, according to the definition, an incongruous mixture, or a hodgepodge—a mess really. A salad can be beneficial, sure, but then you start to stray from the idea of healthy when things like dessert, candy, or junk food salads are on the menu. There’s even such a thing as a “word” salad. A phrase used when speech isn’t coming together in a way that makes sense to listeners. A salad is when you choose a base and top it with whatever random things appeal to you. Which is fine, if that’s what you want for lunch, but it is completely wrong for the use of the Gospel.

For centuries, believers have built their theology from many different influences, creating for themselves a “Gospel salad.” Don’t believe me? Think about how much of what you understand or believe about God comes straight from His word versus the various resources available to you. Many people try to top God’s Word with what they already know: Gospel Salad. Using the Bible as a bed of lettuce and then topping it with random pieces that appeal to them to create the meal that best suits them.

I am in no way trying to disparage the use of resources. I am, however, trying to shine light on the power and grace within the true Gospel (God’s own words) as Paul did. Paul begins in Romans, addressing his readers as a “bondservant” to Christ. He’s willingly accepting his identity as belonging entirely to Christ. For Paul, there was nothing but Christ. God’s Word was the entire meal. And I believe that, for many of us, this approach is sorely lacking in our lives; we crave the “Gospel salad” more than we crave Christ being entirely enough for us. Paul reminds us in Romans 1 that the Gospel is already complete, good, and ready to share. In our search for a good meal, may we remember Paul’s recipe in Romans 14:7-8. We either belong to Christ's grace or we belong to His judgment, and the way to belong to His grace is to satisfy ourselves with His Word.

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113 Wekiwa Springs Road N
Apopka, FL
32703

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+14078803421

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https://wildfireapopka.com/

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