Williams Chapel Church Of God In Christ

06/15/2026

Love, as Jesus did.

SCRIPTURE
Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up,
1 Corinthians 13:4 KJV


From friendships to family, relationships can be tough to navigate at times. But if there's one thing that can set your relationships apart, it's understanding real love.

Chances are, we want to be a patient person.
We intend to be a kind human. We desire to be a content and humble individual. But sometimes we get in a hurry. Sometimes we get annoyed. Sometimes we can be rude, selfish, jealous, unthoughtful, or arrogant.

Sometimes, it's hard being human. But God knows that and He wants to help us.

Paul goes on to say that love keeps no record of wrongs and rejoices in the truth. It always protects, trusts, hopes, and perseveres. Most notably, love never fails.

But why does love seem to fail at times? After all, divorce rates are high, estranged families are commonplace, and the brokenness of this world is evident on just about every news broadcast or social media feed.

And that's exactly why Jesus came! He offered
Himself as the ultimate sacrifice for the redemption of the world. And that's what real love looks like—to lay down one's life for one's friends (John 15:13). He is love, and His love never fails.

So, now that redemption has begun to break through—first, through Jesus and, now, through His Spirit inside of us—we can love others well by looking to Him, leaning on Him, trusting in Him, listening to Him, and following His lead.

God has given us everything we need to love others like He loves you.

PRAYER
God, You are the model of love. Help me to show love to others as You've shown it to me. Let my actions prove that I love and trust You, and that I care about the people You created. Fill me with Your Spirit as I seek to glorify You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

06/14/2026

Scripture Text: Psalm 27:13 KJV
I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.

06/10/2026

God Is Still Working In Your Wait! How are you waiting?

SCRIPTURE
Wait on the LORD: Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.
Psalm 27:14 KJV

PRAYER
God, I often want immediate solutions for my problems. It can be so hard to wait, but I know that Your timing and Your ways are perfect. As I wait for You, help me to learn from the current situation I'm in—focusing on the blessings I currently have, and praising You for all the things You're still going to do. In Jesus' name, Amen.

06/08/2026

Gods Comfort in the Midst of Grief

SCRIPTURE
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Matthew 5:4 KJV

While grief is a necessary part of life, no one longs to grieve.

No one can appreciate rain more than someone who's lived in the desert. No one can value food more than someone who's truly been starving.
And no one can know God as their Comforter like someone who's desperately needed comfort.

Unfortunately, death, decay, and
disappointment are a part of this world. But even in our sorrow and suffering, God stands
ready to comfort us—in unique and meaningful ways that only He can.

The Holy Spirit is often called the "Comforter," as well as "Helper," "Counselor," or "Advocate." But regardless of what He's called, it's always who He is. Even in our grief, He's always a God who has our best in mind.

And so, how does God comfort us? He does this through His Spirit, through His Word, and by working in and through His people.

Remember: Jesus Himself promised that you will be comforted. He's always good, He's always faithful, and He's right here, ready to help.

PRAYER
God, You see those who mourn, and You promise to comfort them. Please bring healing to our hearts when we grieve. Give hope to those feeling hopeless, and strength to anyone feeling overwhelmed. Show us how close You are in the midst of our mourning.
In Jesus' name, Amen.

06/07/2026

Scripture Text: Psalm 34:17-19 KJV

06/07/2026

06/05/2026

What Do You Crave?

SCRIPTURE
Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
Matthew 5:6 KJV

Every day, multiple times a day, little alarms are triggered inside our brain. They make our stomach growl, our mouth water, or our mind become fixed on that which we crave.

God gave us physical needs that mirror our spiritual needs, too. Needs that must be met to stay healthy and alive. Needs that must be satisfied over and over again. In fact, food is often used in the Bible as a metaphor for our spiritual needs (it's called "our daily bread" in Matthew and the "pure milk" of the Word in 1
Peter, to name a couple.)

Do you long for righteousness and justice? Do you desire the ways of God? Do you yearn for His kingdom to come? Do you want to be someone who chases after that which can
never truly satisfy, or someone who hungers and thirsts after God?

In this upside-down kingdom where Jesus is
Lord, the poor can be rich, the weak can be strong, and the empty can be filled.

Jesus Christ not only holds the keys to "living water," but He is the "Bread of Life." So, when you feel Him prompting your heart—to fight for justice, to love the unloved, to stand up for what's right (even when it's not popular)—pay attention.

He stands ready to fill you with everything you need.

PRAYER
God, You put the thirst and hunger for righteousness in my heart, and You alone can satisfy it. Please help me to hold onto the hope that You offer, and to show Your love to everyone. Give me the patience to endure an imperfect world as I wait for You to come back and make all things right. In Jesus' name, Amen.

06/04/2026

Meekness: Strength Under Control

SCRIPTURE
Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
Matthew 5:5 KJV

Everything around us—the world, the culture, the people—tends to applaud power and strength, independence and intelligence, boldness and superiority.

But in the third beatitude, a series of promises Jesus made about God's Kingdom, Jesus highlighted something different, saying:
"Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth." Matthew 5:5 NIV

The English word "meek" comes from the Greek word "praeis." It means gentle, humble, or submissive; modest, mild, or unpretentious. In fact, when Paul describes the "fruits of the Spirit" (traits developed in His people by His Spirit), the words "meekness" and "gentleness" are often used interchangeably.

But, let's be clear: If such descriptions paint a frail and feeble picture in your mind, you can be certain that meekness isn't weakness.

Meekness is strength under control. It's power submitted to God's authority.

Now, if "meek" isn't a word that you'd use to currently describe yourself, that's okay. Jesus wasn't speaking to those who had it all together
—and He isn't expecting a perfect version of us, either. Instead, He's extending a blessing on who His people were (and are) becoming.

God is continually developing these beatitude traits inside of His followers. He's refining, sanctifying, and transforming us to be more and more like Him.

In Scripture, Jesus Himself is called "meek." But as you probably know, He was far from passive, apathetic, or a pushover. Instead of relying on His own power—like summoning legions of angels to avoid hanging on that cross—He leaned into God's strength and restrained His limitless power.

Jesus' upside-down kingdom will be packed with those who harness their strength for God's glory and who humble themselves at His feet.

Re-Present Christ by leveraging Your strengths to serve others—with humility, gentleness, and compassion.

PRAYER
God, thank You for welcoming me into Your kingdom. Thank You for accepting me, even though I don't have it all together. I'm reminded that Your power is sufficient for all my needs, so help me to lean on Your strength today.
Please help me walk gently and humbly with those I encounter. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

06/02/2026

God Reassures Us…

Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 5:3 KJV

To be physically poor is to lack resources or material possessions. The word "poor" might trigger a mental image of someone who can't pay their bills, can't break free from the cycle of poverty, or can't afford food, clothing, or shelter.

So what does it mean to be spiritually poor, and why does Jesus think that's a good thing?

Those who realize their own spiritual poverty know that, without God, they are spiritually bankrupt. Those who are poor in spirit understand the desperation of their situation—that they can have nothing, do nothing, and be nothing without Him. Those who are poor in spirit recognize that it's humility, not pride or self-reliance, that's a common characteristic in the kingdom of heaven.

Those who are poor in spirit know that they can't, but they trust that God can.

If we're honest, most of us would prefer to be rich, comfortable, and self-dependent. We would rather lack nothing. But even if we happen to be financially stable or physically healthy, we cannot save our own souls.

We were created to need God.

So if you're feeling weak, weary, or worn out, it's okay. If you feel like you have nothing to offer, Jesus actually says that you are blessed.

When you have a need, He can meet it. When you're not enough, He already is. And when you feel poor in spirit, you are in the perfect position to be saved and filled by God.

PRAYER
God, help me. Here I am—I need You. I am nothing without You. You are the giver of every good and perfect gift, and You are all I need. Please restore my hope and joy, and draw me closer to You. Make me aware of how You are at work in my life, and teach me how to rejoice in You. In Jesus' name, Amen.