First Christian Church Morristown, TN

06/08/2026

We've all made these excuses: 'I'm not built for that,' 'Someone else is more skilled,' 'It's too uncomfortable.' But Jesus calls us to GO anyway! 🙌 Stop waiting for someone else to do what God has called YOU to do.

06/08/2026

Day 1: Love That Changes Everything

Devotional
What does it mean to truly love God? It's easy to think of love as a warm feeling or occasional act of kindness. But Jesus calls us to something far deeper and more transformative. When He commands us to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, He's asking for everything we are. This isn't the world's definition of love - it's self-sacrificial, death-defying, and powerful. This kind of love becomes the foundation of who we are as the church. It's not about perfection, but about surrender. When we give God our whole being, He begins to transform us from the inside out. This love isn't passive; it's active and life-changing. It affects how we treat others, how we make decisions, and how we see the world around us. The beautiful truth is that God doesn't ask for this kind of love to burden us, but to free us. When we love Him completely, we discover who we were truly meant to be.

Bible Verse
'From that time on Jesus began to preach, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near."' - Matthew 4:17

Reflection Question
What would it look like in your daily life to love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength?

Quote
"The first commandment Jesus gives us is to love the Lord our God with all of our heart, soul, mind and strength. That requires all of me, all of my heart, all of my soul, all of my mind, all my strength."

Prayer
Lord, help us to love You with everything we are. Transform out hearts to desire what You desire and give us the courage to surrender completely to You.

06/08/2026

The sermon from yesterday's service is live on our Youtube page now! You can watch it here:

JD Knopp, Youth MinisterTruth Or Trend

06/06/2026

What an honor it is to freely gather together as members of Christ's Body in fellowship. Let us not take it for granted! Join us at 10:30am tomorrow for our worship service.

Join us for our live Sunday morning service!

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

Day 5: We Need Each Other

Devotional
Following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey. The early church understood this, devoting themselves to fellowship, teaching, prayer, and sharing life together. They recognized a fundamental truth that we often forget: we cannot be who God created us to be separate from one another. Christian community isn't just about attending church services; it's about doing life together in a way that reflects Christ's love. When we isolate ourselves, we miss out on the perspectives, encouragement, and accountability that others provide. We need people who will speak truth into our lives, celebrate our victories, and support us through struggles. Following Jesus is meant to be a 24/7 lifestyle, not a one-hour-per-week commitment. This requires intentional relationships with other believers who are also pursuing transformation. The question isn't whether you need community - you do. The question is whether you're willing to move beyond comfortable isolation to embrace authentic Christian fellowship. God uses other people to shape us, challenge us, and remind us of His love. Don't try to follow Jesus alone.

Bible Verse
'They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common.' - Acts 2:42-44

Reflection Question
Are you more committed to the comfort of your old self, or are you willing to pursue authentic community that challenges you to grow?

Quote
"I cannot do this without you. I cannot follow Jesus without you guys. We need to do this together."

Prayer
Lord, help us find and invest in relationships that draw us closer to You. Give us courage to be vulnerable and authentic with other believers.

06/04/2026

The uncomfortable truth: We're called to be NEW, but we cling to what's comfortable 😬 The church should stand out from the world, yet we often blend right in. Mind transformation is a battle, but we don't fight alone - the Holy Spirit gives us power to think differently! 💪

06/04/2026

Day 4: Tapping Into God's Heart

Devotional
Prayer is one of the most remarkable privileges we have as believers - the King of the universe turns His ear to hear what you have to say, and then you turn your ear to hear what He has to say. This isn't just a religious exercise; it's a direct line to God's heart that fundamentally changes how we think and see our circumstances. When life feels overwhelming or hopeless, prayer allows us to call truth to mind. Like the prophet in Lamentations who declared, 'But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases. His mercies never come to an end. They are new every morning.' Prayer shifts our perspective from our limited view to God's eternal perspective. It reminds us of His character, His promises, and His presence in our lives. Through prayer, we don't just talk to God about our problems - we align our hearts with His heart. We begin to see people as He sees them, situations as He sees them, and ourselves as He sees us. This transformation doesn't happen overnight, but it happens consistently as we maintain this vital connection with our Creator.

Bible Verse
'The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.' - Lamentations 3:22-23

Reflection Question
How has prayer changed your perspective on a difficult situation you're currently facing?

Quote
"Through prayer, we are able to tap into the heart of God. We are able to tap into the heart of God and communicate directly with Him."

Prayer
God, teach us to pray with expectation and help us listen for Your voice. Change our us through our conversations together.

06/04/2026

Day 3: Filling Your Mind

Devotional
In our culture, meditation often conjures images of emptying the mind, but biblical meditation is the opposite - it's about filling your mind with God's truth. The Hebrew word for meditation means muttering something to yourself over and over, like a constant internal conversation with Scripture. This isn't passive reading; it's active engagement with God's Word until it becomes part of your mental fabric. Consider how powerful this could be. Instead of your mind being an echo chamber of social media, news cycles, or negative self-talk, imagine if it was filled with the voice and words of Jesus. How would that change the way you see people, process difficult situations, or respond to challenges? When we meditate on Scripture, it literally rewires our thinking. The verses we memorize and reflect on become the lens through which we view our world. They provide truth to counter lies, hope to combat despair, and wisdom to navigate complex decisions. This practice isn't just for spiritual giants - it's for anyone who wants to think more like Jesus. Start small: choose one verse that speaks to your current situation and carry it with you throughout the day.

Bible Verse
'Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers.' - Psalm 1:1-3

Reflection Question
What voices or messages are currently filling your mind, and how might intentionally meditating on Scripture change your perspective?

Quote
"Now imagine if that echo chamber was scripture and the voice and words of Jesus. Imagine if that's what I was filling my mind and sitting in all the time. How do you think that would change the way that you think and the way that you see people, the way that you process situations?"

Prayer
Father, help us develop a hunger for Your Word and the discipline to meditate on it regularly. Fill our mind with Your truth.

06/04/2026

Day 2: Changing the Route

Devotional
Your brain is remarkably efficient, creating mental shortcuts for repeated thoughts and behaviors. Just like taking the same route to work every day becomes automatic, our thinking patterns become deeply ingrained through repetition. The challenge is that many of these mental pathways lead us away from Christ-like thinking. To experience true transformation, we must actively choose a different route. This is what Paul means when he talks about being renewed in our minds - it's about changing the way we think. We can't simply hope for different results while following the same mental patterns. Instead, we must divert our attention and focus, consciously choosing new ways of processing our circumstances and relationships. This requires intentionality and effort. When faced with conflict, instead of defaulting to defensiveness, we can choose grace. Instead of judgment, we can choose curiosity and love. The old routes feel comfortable because they're familiar, but they don't lead to the destination God has for us. Today, you have the opportunity to take a new route in your thinking.

Bible Verse
'Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.' - Romans 12:2

Reflection Question
What mental 'routes' or thought patterns do you find yourself automatically following that don't align with Christ's character?

Quote
"We have to divert our attention, we have to divert our focus. We have to go a new route. We have to change the way we think."

Prayer
Lord, help us recognize when I'm following old thought patterns and give us the strength to choose new, Christ-centered ways of thinking.