Word of Faith Christian Church

Word of Faith Christian Church Our purpose and function is to draw near to God and guide others to know God and to live a gospel-centered life.

Faith Ministries is an outreach and continuation of that purpose, providing faith and hope to those in need of reconciliation with God.

The Apostle Paul addressed his friends as ‘Dear Beloved’, today I address my friends, my family, and my international bi...
05/09/2026

The Apostle Paul addressed his friends as ‘Dear Beloved’, today I address my friends, my family, and my international bible students as “My beloved”. I do so because no matter how far apart we are or how great a separation there is, my heart is with you. Whether you are in Michigan, Texas, Florida, California, or anywhere in the world, you are not forgotten. My brothers and sisters in Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, India, and Malaysia, I have not forgotten your faces and you remain in my prayers. My Beloved, my love cannot compare to the love of our Heavenly Father and our Lord Jesus Christ in whom we have our hope!

Scripture teaches us about our relationship with Jesus Christ: “In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.” (Ephesians 3:12) and we know “he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them. (Hebrews 7:25)

“Therefore, brothers and sisters, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body, (remember the curtain in the temple covering the holy of holies was torn from top to bottom at the crucifixion) and since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings…” (Hebrews 10:19-22)

So, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7)

For “Once you were not a people, but now you are the people of God; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.” (1 Peter 2:10)

Brothers and sisters, it is my prayer that you fully comprehend how much our Father values you and that these scripture illustrations of hope encourage you in your life and ministry.
Pastor (Papa) Peter

As we focus on 2 Timothy 1:7, I want us to remember the Apostle Paul proudly proclaimed; “For I am not ashamed of the go...
05/02/2026

As we focus on 2 Timothy 1:7, I want us to remember the Apostle Paul proudly proclaimed; “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile.” (Romans 1:16)

This same spirit given to Paul has been given to all believers to empower us as we act, witness and endure trials. Our faith is not to be hidden away; it is a selfless love extending beyond ourselves in service and compassion without prejudice toward others for the Lord.

Our lives are to be lived courageously with wisdom and self-control, honoring and serving God the Father with the gifts of the Spirit. He empowers and transforms us!

May God fill you “with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light.” (Colossians 1:9b-12)

For the past few weeks I have created scripture illustrations and expressed my thoughts regarding those verses in hope t...
04/25/2026

For the past few weeks I have created scripture illustrations and expressed my thoughts regarding those verses in hope that my comments pertaining to God’s word may inspire and help you grow deeper in faith. Today we look at Romans 12:12.

Within our promises from God we are shown the depth of God’s faithfulness to us. His promises are His heavenly assurance of future hope and His undying love for us. Our reliance on our Heavenly Father grants us the ability to “rejoice in hope” regardless of circumstances!

In light of the promises of God we can trust in the Holy Spirit to guide and direct us in all things!

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Amen (Romans 15:13)

Which part of Romans 12:12 do you need most today: Hope, Patience, or Prayer? Let me know in the comments or message me so I can pray for you!

May God of hope wrap you in His peace as you lean on Him today. You are held, you are loved, you are never alone!
Pastor Peter

Scripture tells us to “repent” of our sins, and to “turn to God”. The Apostle Peter is telling us to acknowledge our sin...
04/18/2026

Scripture tells us to “repent” of our sins, and to “turn to God”. The Apostle Peter is telling us to acknowledge our sin and change our direction in life. Reject sin; reject anything that has taken priority over the relationship God wants with us. We are told to change our path, our priorities, and to seek God and to follow Him, then times of refreshing may come.

God cleans our slate, He blots out our sin, and He makes us new! Our faith in Christ brings about a transformation; a new life within us. We are reborn…born again! The bo***ge of sin is gone “for the life [we] now live in the body, [we] live by faith in the Son of God who loved [us] and gave himself for [us]. In God’s grace, He provides forgiveness and restoration. Then we can experience refreshing when we turn our hearts to Him and away from the world; we are renewed and restored.

The old nature that condemned us and the sin that separated us from God is covered by our faith and reconciliation to God through Christ’s blood on the cross. Thanks be to Jesus Christ our Lord!

Our world is filled with people who only want. Their only burden comes from the things they want. Their desire is to gai...
04/11/2026

Our world is filled with people who only want. Their only burden comes from the things they want. Their desire is to gain and acquire. In their frenzy to sustain themselves they disregard the needs and value of others. Do we really need every new and shiny thing? Must we continually build bigger storehouses for our treasures? Is power and wealth truly so important?

Jesus lived a life of selfless love toward others, filled with humility, and obedience to God. He exampled unconditional love, forgiveness, compassion, integrity, kindness, and sensitivity to the hurting.

If our faith in Christ is real there is a transformation that occurs! As His disciples the sacrifices we see in the life of Jesus should become a part of our lives as well. That’s what “take up your cross and follow me” means. Serving others without expecting reward, treating others as more significant than yourself. Forgiving and putting others before one’s self solely for God’s sake glorifies the Father and it confirms the heart of Jesus within you.

Having a heart that is loving towards others isn’t a burden, it’s a gift! And for us to allow the Holy Spirit to guide our actions in this life isn’t a sacrifice, it’s a blessing! The Gospel of Christ opens us up to an eternity with our Heavenly Father but only if we allow ourselves to be made new!

“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living ho...
04/05/2026

“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you, who through faith are shielded by God’s power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time.” (1 Peter 1:3-5)

Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ! Easter points to a new beginning…a new birth…the dawning of a new day…Resurrection Day! It celebrates God’s promised one, who died on a cross, was buried, and three days later came to life again.

The Son of God paid the price for our sins, and rose again to reconcile us to God the Father. In His love for us we find our salvation! His sacrifice acts as a ransom, covering our sins and reconciling us to God.

Believe in Him and through faith and repentance share in the victory of life over death, the forgiveness of sins and hope for life eternal. May the hope and joy of Easter fill your heart with renewed faith and blessings!

Jesus Christ was the hope of His disciples. He was the ONE sent from God; their Messiah, the bringer of liberation and j...
04/03/2026

Jesus Christ was the hope of His disciples. He was the ONE sent from God; their Messiah, the bringer of liberation and justice, the salvation of God’s people.

BUT HE DIED, right there before their eyes. This almighty King stripped, scourged, and scorned. They heard the mockery; they witnessed the humiliation. They saw Him hanging on the cross. They saw Him die. They saw His co**se. He was dead…their hope was dead! They didn’t understand that the darkest day ever known to man was all part of God’s Plan!

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16)

“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 6:23)

“He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed.” (1 Peter 2:24)

Because of Good Friday - “We are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:37-39) AMEN

03/31/2026

Holy Week Summary


Holy Week marks the final week of Lent and it recounts the final days of Christ's life, as well as His death, burial, and resurrection. Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday and concludes with the celebration of Jesus Christ's Resurrection on Easter Sunday.

Palm Sunday The Sunday before Easter begins Holy Week. It is the day that we remember and celebrate the day Jesus entered into Jerusalem on a donkey. A large crowd gathered and laid palm branches and their cloaks across the road. The hundreds of people shouted "Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!"

Maundy Thursday The Thursday of Holy Week. On this day, Jesus had His last meal with His friends and followers before He was killed. This meal is now known as 'The Last Supper'. Jesus and His friends would have followed the Jewish Passover custom of eating roast lamb and bread and wine. However, Jesus gave the bread and wine a special meaning. Jesus said that these would be a symbol of His body and blood to His followers to help them remember that through His death, our sins are forgiven.

Good Friday On Good Friday we remember the day Jesus willingly suffered and died by crucifixion as the ultimate sacrifice for our sins. (1 John 1:10)

The name Good Friday is entirely appropriate because the suffering and death of Jesus, as terrible as it was, marked the dramatic culmination of God’s plan to save His people from their sins.

Easter Sunday Easter, the glorious celebration of the day Jesus was raised from the dead, heralding His victory over sin and death and pointing ahead to a future resurrection for all who are united to Him by faith. (Romans 6:5)

The Hope for Christians we find in the events of Holy Week:


Titus 2:1 “For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people.”

John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”

Romans 6:23 “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

1 John 1:10 “If we claim we have not sinned, we make him out to be a liar and his word is not in us.”

Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

Romans 6:5 “For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his.”

Romans 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

Revelation 21:4 “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”

God is real. He has proclaimed that He cannot be denied because everything that is reveals His glory! On Palm Sunday as ...
03/28/2026

God is real. He has proclaimed that He cannot be denied because everything that is reveals His glory! On Palm Sunday as Jesus rode into Jerusalem, there was no denying that God was real! Emmanuel (God with us) was right there before the crowds of people. They cheered the Anointed One, the Messiah, the Promise of God! He was the King of kings and Lord of lords who had come to make the world right!

God had revealed Himself in His Son! Jesus had fed thousands with a few loaves of bread and fish, and also with the word of God. He healed those who were blind, those unable to walk, and those with all manner of disease.

He raised the dead and forgave sin. Truly, the God of all creation, God Almighty, had revealed Himself as He humbly sat upon a donkey, fulfilling the Old Testament prophecy the people that day in Jerusalem would have been well aware of.

“Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a c**t, the foal of a donkey.” (Zechariah 9:9).
Making His way through the crowd Jesus made it clear that He was the promised one. His eternal power and divine nature has been clearly seen, so that all people are without excuse.

The words of Christ Jesus Himself define who He is: “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me”. (John 14:6) He is not a way, as in one of many; He is the way, as in the one and only.

Also, in the New Testament Epistle to Titus, the Apostle Paul tells us, “For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good.” (Titus 2:13-14)

“Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!”

I ran into a dear freind the other day. Years since we've seen each other. She cried in my arms, life had not been good...
02/21/2026

I ran into a dear freind the other day. Years since we've seen each other. She cried in my arms, life had not been good to her. She had lost so much, suffered so much, seemingly alone, life was just a struggle.

My words to her: You are not alone, you are not unloved. God is with you, always! In His eyes you matter, you have value and worth. He holds you in the darkest times, and shares a light that leads to brighter days. He has not and will not abandon you.

Those words apply to everyone. No exceptions. Everyone! You and me! We forget when things get hard.

Fear, anger, and disappointment all have a way of taking control, but God is greater! God's love can heal and help.

Talk to Him. He is waiting for you!

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