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This page will support the Anchored in Jesus Radio Broadcast Ministry. Welcome to the Anchored in Jesus Ministries page!

Our intent for this page is to stay connected with the friends of this ministry, to promote healthy spiritual dialogue by responding to questions you may have regarding the Bible, theology and Christian living. One unique feature of this page is the Monday-Friday daily devotional thoughts that can be shared with friends and family. You will also be able to stay abreast of what is being aired on th

e radio program. We will also keep you informed of events and other exciting information about the ministry. Thank you for being a loyal supporter of the Anchored In Jesus Ministries. Dr. William R Glaze,
Pastor, Bethany Baptist Church

06/17/2026

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“Say unto them, Whosoever he be of all your seed among your generations, that goeth unto the holy things, which the children of Israel hallow unto the LORD, having his uncleanness upon him, that soul shall be cut off from my presence: I am the LORD” (Leviticus 22:3).

Imagine someone who worked at a company for years. They knew the routines, built relationships, and carried a badge that opened every door. Each morning, they walked in freely—swipe, enter, belong. Then one day they’re released. The building hasn’t changed. The offices are still busy. The doors are still there. But when they swipe the badge, nothing happens. Security steps in. The access they once enjoyed is gone. What changed? They’ve been cut off. Not because the building moved—but because their standing did.

That’s exactly the kind of seriousness we see in the passage above concerning the priesthood. In the days of Aaron, access to God was a sacred privilege. The priests had the right to step into holy space, handle holy things, and minister before the Lord. But if they approached carelessly or while unclean, their access could be removed. The badge would stop working. They could be cut off from the presence of the Lord. This could mean exclusion from worship, removal from service, separation from the sanctuary, or even divine judgment.

Hebrews 4:14-16 says we can draw near with confidence because Jesus is our great High Priest. His sacrifice opened the way into God’s presence once and for all. What only one man could do once a year under the old covenant, every believer can now do continually. God’s presence is living in fellowship with Him, and the freedom to come to Him any time. However, like the priests, we need to be careful that we are not “cut off from God’s presence.” This does not mean loss of salvation, but a loss of fellowship and intimacy. We can be cut off through uncleanness, which can be sinful thoughts we entertain, unwholesome words spoken, behaviors we practice, or motives that dishonor God.

Let us go to the Throne of Grace,

Father, thank You that through Jesus I can draw near to You with confidence. Forgive me for the thoughts, words, or actions that disrupt our fellowship. Cleanse my heart and help me walk in reverence and obedience so I may enjoy the closeness You have given.

Dr. William R. Glaze

06/10/2026

NOW THAT’S HARD

“For even Christ pleased not himself; but, as it is written, The reproaches of them that reproached thee fell on me” (Romans 15:3).

There are some things in life that are just plain hard—loving people who mistreat you, forgiving those who never apologized, or serving others when your own tank feels empty. Paul reminds us that the Christian life often calls us to do the hard thing: put others before ourselves.

Paul writes, “Even Christ pleased not Himself,” pointing us to the perfect example of selfless love. Jesus, the Son of God, had every right to live for His own comfort, yet He chose the path of the cross. He endured ridicule, rejection, and pain—not for His own sake, but for ours. To emphasize this, Paul quotes Psalm 69:9, a messianic psalm where David speaks prophetically of the suffering Messiah who would bear the insults directed at God Himself. The reproaches meant for God fell upon Christ; He absorbed the shame so that we could receive mercy.

Living to please others for God’s glory doesn’t mean being a doormat—it means being a disciple. It means showing patience with the weak, kindness to the undeserving, and grace to those who can’t repay you. And yes, that’s hard. But when we follow Christ’s example, His Spirit strengthens us to do what our flesh could never do.

What is one “hard thing” God is asking you to do today—something that requires you to put others before yourself? Ask Him for the strength to do it with the same humility Christ showed.

Let us go to the Throne of Grace,

Lord Jesus, You didn’t live to please Yourself, but to carry out the Father’s will—even when it cost You everything. I confess, it’s hard for me to put others before myself. My instinct is to protect my comfort and look out for my own needs first. Yet You call me to a higher way—to love, serve, and forgive when it doesn’t come easy. Give me the strength to do what my heart resists. Shape my heart to be more like Yours—a heart that chooses sacrifice over selfishness, compassion over comfort, and service over status. Help me to live for others, just as You lived for me.

Dr. William R. Glaze

06/03/2026

MAYBE THAT’S THE REASON WHY
THINGS ARE LIKE THEY ARE

“And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother’s eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye?” (Matthew 7:3).

The group Tower of Power once recorded a powerful song called “Can’t Stand to See the Slaughter.” In it, the singer laments the injustice, greed, and hypocrisy in the world—the violence and corruption that people seem content to ignore. The chorus says,

I can’t stand to see the slaughter but still I eat the meat,
I can’t stand dishonest people but still sometimes I cheat.
I can’t stand air pollution but still I drive a car.
Maybe that’s the reason why things are like they are.

That last line is very haunting: “Maybe that’s the reason why things are like they are.” It hits hard. It’s a confession that the world’s brokenness isn’t just “out there.” It’s also inside of us. We shake our heads at the moral decay, political division, and social corruption around us—but Jesus reminds us that hypocrisy begins in the heart.

When we point out the faults of others while refusing to deal with our own, we become part of the very problem we condemn. We can’t clean up society if we won’t let God clean up our souls. As Jesus said in Matthew 7:3, we’re quick to see the speck in someone else’s eye while ignoring the plank in our own.

The song’s message and the Savior’s words line up: we can’t claim to be against the “slaughter”—the injustice, sin, or corruption of the world—if we’re secretly feeding it through pride, hypocrisy, or apathy. Maybe that’s why things are like they are: because too many of us talk about change without being changed.

Let us go to the Throne of Grace,

Lord, help me to stop pointing fingers and start looking in the mirror. Forgive me for the times I’ve condemned others while ignoring my own faults. Purify my heart so that my life reflects Your truth, not hypocrisy. Use me to be part of the solution—not part of the reason why things are like they are.

Dr. William R. Glaze

05/27/2026

THERE IS THE LETTER YOU RECEIVED
AND THERE IS THE LETTER I WROTE

“Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man” (Colossians 4:6).

I have found a technique that has been very therapeutic for me. It may or may not be for you, but it has served me well on many occasions. Over the years, I have received letters, emails, phone calls, and various other forms of communication critical of something I have said or wrote or how I handled a situation. After carefully considering the criticism, and finding it unjustified, a level of frustration and anger arose in my spirit. This prompted me to grab a pen and paper or sit down at the keyboard of my computer and unleash all the poisonous thoughts of self-justification in my spirit—that is the letter that I wrote. I realize what I wrote, even though I feel vindicated, will only bring hurt and harm, not to mention possible time spent going back and forth in dialogue with the faultfinder. So, I sit with the script while asking others to pray for me. After some time, I go back, rewrite the document seasoned with grace, and send it to the critic. In my revision, I try to see the other person’s point of view, thank them for sharing what was in their heart, and acknowledge their value—that is the letter they received.

In Colossians 4:6 Paul said, “Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt.” In the Bible, salt had many usages one of which was healing. Just as salt is a healing agent, our words should bring healing to a situation. Yes, sometimes it feels good to extract a pound of flesh from our critic, but that further exacerbates the situation. I have found, and you may agree or disagree, that it is better not to send the letter that I wrote.

Let us go to the Throne of Grace,

Father in response to my critic, whether by email, letter or note,
Please let them not receive the letter that I wrote.

Dr. William R. Glaze

05/24/2026

Dr. William R. Glaze is teaching a Bible Study series on the life of Joshua. The interactive Bible study meets on Zoom every Wednesday at 12pm. Or you can watch it at your convenience on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BethanyBaptistChurchHomewood/
Entitled “Portrait of a Winner”, this is a dynamic teaching series from the book of Joshua that reveals what it truly means to win God’s way. Through powerful snapshots of Joshua’s journey, you’ll discover how courage, obedience, and faith shape a life of victory. Each message uncovers a defining moment that forms the character of a winner—from answering God’s call to standing firm in life’s battles. This series will challenge you to move beyond comfort and step into the purpose God has designed for you. Join us as we learn that real winners are not born—they are built through trust in God.
This Bible Study series will lead up to the trip that is sponsored by Anchored In Jesus Ministries to Lancaster PA to see the play “Joshua” at Sight and Sound Theater.
You will not want to miss this opportunity for faith, fellowship, and fun all in one day, August 6th, 2026
On the journey to Sight and Sound Theater Dr. William R. Glaze, Senior Pastor of Bethany Baptist Church (Pittsburgh), will share a meaningful overview of “Joshua” that will prepare your heart for the play. If you would like more information about the trip to Lancaster, please email Pat Booker, [email protected].
To receive the zoom invitation for the weekly Bible Study and/or to receive more information about the one-day bus trip to see Joshua the play, call Bethany Baptist Church office at 412-242-3255.

05/20/2026

HURRY UP TO WAIT

“Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for Him: fret not thyself” (Psalm 37:7).

The other day, while I was on my way to meet my wife for breakfast, I approached a four-way stop. Each driver had a stop sign, and, as far as I could tell, I arrived just a moment before the person to my right. So I eased forward into the intersection—only to have that driver rush ahead of me, forcing me to slam on my brakes.

But a few seconds later, I looked up the road and laughed.

Barely 25 yards ahead, their lane was completely blocked due to workers trimming a tree. The same person who darted in front of me now sat completely still. All that rushing… only to end up waiting. It immediately struck me: how often we “hurry up to wait” in life.

The psalmist invites us to “Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him.” This is a different posture than what our culture teaches. To rest in the Lord means to quiet our spirit, release our anxious striving, and trust that God is in control even when the circumstances feel urgent. The Hebrew idea behind “rest” includes being still, settling down, and ceasing from frantic effort. Then the psalmist adds, “and wait patiently for Him.” Patience in Scripture is not passive. It is a steady, confident expectation that God is moving—even when we cannot see it. This verse reminds us that:

• God’s timing is intentional.

• God’s delays are not denial—they are development.

• God uses waiting to prepare us for what He is preparing for us.

And just like the driver rushing into a blocked lane, we often push ahead only to find ourselves right where God intended—in a season that requires stillness, trust, and patience.

God makes us wait because waiting grows our faith by teaching us to trust what God is doing behind the scenes. Waiting shapes our character, sanding down impatience and self-reliance.
Waiting aligns our will with God’s will, so we move when He says move. Sometimes the greatest thing God can do for us is slow us down.

Let us go to the Throne of Grace,

Father, thank You for reminding me that my life is safest and strongest when I follow Your timing. Teach me to rest in You, to quiet my spirit, and to trust that You are working even when I cannot see it. Help me embrace the waiting seasons not as punishment, but as preparation. Keep me from rushing ahead and show me how to walk patiently in Your will.

Dr. William R. Glaze

05/14/2026

Come and travel with Anchored In Jesus Ministries as we experience one of the most redemptive stories of the Bible as it is presented by Sight & Sound Theatres in Lancaster PA.
Join us for an unforgettable day trip to see "Joshua".
Don’t miss this opportunity for faith, fellowship, and fun all in one day! August 6th, 2026
Leaving from Bethany Baptist Church
7745 Tioga St, Pittsburgh PA 15208 promptly at 5am.
Here’s what awaits you:
• Be inspired on the journey as Dr. William R. Glaze, Senior Pastor of Bethany Baptist Church (Pittsburgh), shares a meaningful overview of “Joshua” to prepare your heart for the story.
• Enjoy complimentary water and snacks as you travel in comfort.
• Relax with rest stops both on the way to and from Lancaster.
• Experience the moving 2½-hour theatrical production of “Joshua”.
• After the show, indulge in a delicious meal at Miller’s Smorgasbord—a perfect time for fellowship and reflection.
• On the way back to Pittsburgh, Dr. Glaze is available to answer any biblically based questions.
Reserve your seat today and be part of this enriching journey.
Cost: $250 / adult (Children's prices available upon request)
A $50 non-refundable down payment is due by 5/31/2026. The $200 balance payment schedule is $100 each of the following dates: 6/21, 7/5
Payments can be sent to:
Anchored In Jesus Ministries
PO Box 24034
Pittsburgh PA 15206
As an added preparation for the “Joshua” play, Dr. William R. Glaze is currently conducting a Wednesday Bible Study on the Old Testament Book of Joshua. To participate in the live Zoom Bible Study which is held at 12pm every Wednesday, you can call the church office at 412-242-3255 and ask to be placed on the invitation list for the zoom link. Otherwise, you can go to the Facebook link https://www.facebook.com/BethanyBaptistChurchHomewood/ and watch the Bible Study at your convenience.
If you have additional questions, please contact:
Pat Booker
412-956-2047
[email protected]
Looking forward to seeing you 8/6/2026.

05/13/2026

WE SURE DID SHAKE THAT BRIDGE

“But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us” (2 Corinthians 4:7).

One day, an ant and an elephant decided to take a walk together across a long wooden drawbridge. As they stepped onto the bridge, it began to creak and sway under their combined weight. Dust fell, ropes groaned, and the sound echoed across the valley. When they reached the other side, the little ant looked up proudly and said,

“Wow! We sure did make that bridge shake, didn’t we?”

That story captures a powerful spiritual truth. Sometimes we, like the ant, forget where the strength really comes from. We celebrate success, answered prayer, or ministry victories and think, “Look what I did!” But in reality, the bridge shakes not because of our weight, but because of God’s. The Apostle Paul understood that clearly when he wrote: “We have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.”

In this verse, Paul describes believers as “earthen vessels” — simple clay jars that are easily cracked and breakable. In the ancient world, such jars were common, ordinary containers used for carrying everyday items. Yet Paul says that God places His treasure—the light of the gospel, the message of salvation—inside these fragile vessels.

Why? So that everyone will see that the real power comes from God, not from us. The word “excellency” means surpassing greatness—strength beyond measure. In other words, the success, endurance, and fruit of our ministry are not signs of human brilliance but of divine power working through weakness.

God intentionally uses fragile people so that His glory shines through the cracks. When we see miracles, transformed lives, or spiritual breakthroughs, we can’t take credit. We’re simply the ant riding on the back of the Elephant of all power. Our calling is to walk faithfully beside Him and to give Him the glory when the bridge shakes.

Let us go to the Throne of Grace,

Lord, thank You for allowing me to carry Your treasure in my fragile jar of clay. Help me to never mistake Your power for my own. When amazing things happen, remind me that it’s Your strength that makes the bridge shake. Keep me humble, grateful, and aware that I am just the ant riding on Your greatness.

Dr. William R. Glaze

05/10/2026

MAMA SAID THERE’LL BE DAYS LIKE THIS

“My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother” (Proverbs 1:8).

Back in my day growing up, I can remember listening to a song by The Shirelles, titled “Mama Said.” It was about disappointments that people face in life, especially in relationships. Here, the words of a mother became a source of not only comfort but also of preparation for the days ahead. She understood something about days—that life is made up of different kinds of days, and each one requires a different response. Solomon said, “Forsake not the law of thy mother.”

The Prosperous Day
Mama said, “Good things come to those who wait.” God says, “In the day of prosperity be joyful” (Eccl. 7:14). There are days when everything seems to line up—doors open, prayers are answered, and blessings come our way. Mama taught us not to rush the process, because what God has for us is worth the wait. And when those prosperous days come, don’t take them for granted, God says, rejoice and celebrate.

The Pernicious Day
Mama said, “Into every life a little rain must fall.” God says, “Take unto you the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day” (Eph. 6:13). Then there are those other days—the difficult ones. The days when life feels heavy, attacks seem relentless, and nothing comes easy. Mama tried to prepare us—rain is inevitable. But God takes it further—He equips us. The “evil day” is not just an inconvenience; it’s spiritual opposition. It’s when the enemy comes against you. But God doesn’t tell us to run—He tells us to stand. Fully dressed in His armor.

The Present Day
Mama said, “Take one day at a time.” God says, “This is the day which the LORD hath made” (Ps. 118:24). At the end of the day, all we really have is today. Yesterday is gone, tomorrow is not promised—but today is a gift. Mama taught us not to get overwhelmed trying to live in days we haven’t reached yet. And God reminds us that this day—right now—is handcrafted by Him. That means even if it’s not perfect, it is still purposeful; let us rejoice in it.

Let Us Go to the Throne of Grace,
Lord, thank You for the wisdom of mothers. Teach us to rejoice in the prosperous days, stand firm in the difficult days, and embrace the present day as Your gift. Help us to trust You in every season and to live each day with gratitude.

Dr. William R. Glaze

05/06/2026

Exposure to the Light Prevents Blindness
“Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path” (Psalm 119:105).

The story is told of a man who was driving through an area known for mining. He observed a rather unusual number of mules in a large field. He stopped and queried one of the miners about the situation. He was told the mules worked in the mines and they were periodically brought up from the dark regions below to preserve their eyesight. If this was not done, they would eventually go blind.
In days of old there were no streetlights to light up the dark places. Therefore, the ancient travelers would carry lanterns with them to see where they were walking. This would help keep them from stepping into dung and crevices. We live in a world filled with darkness and can be blind to things that damage us. When we expose our soul to the light of the Word our spiritual eyesight is preserved helping us to see in the darkness. Therefore, it is important to expose our souls to the lamp and light of God’s Word through daily reading of the Scriptures, attending worship services and being a part of a Bible study. When we do this, we will be able to see mess lying on the path and avoid stepping into it.

Let us go to the Throne of Grace,
Dear Lord, remind me on a regular basis to come out of the mines of this dark world and expose my soul to the Light of Your Word.
Dr. William R. Glaze

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