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A sunrise plan on two wheels sounded perfect: ride east at dawn, west at dusk, and let the first day of the year tell the story for the next 364. Then reality hit—40-degree air, unprepped heated gear, and a body still recovering from weeks in the hospital with a lung infection. Instead of chasing a photo, we paused and asked the harder question: is this wise? That single pivot opens up a deeper conversation about preparation, health, faith, and the kind of choices that quietly reshape a life.

We trace the line between bold goals and thoughtful plans, owning the gap between intention and readiness. From a teenage decision that led to prison, to a jailhouse conversion, to a decade under a mentor who taught trust and craft, the journey shows how one choice leads to the next. There’s a full pardon, a family that spans six kids and two servicemembers, and years spent tethered to oxygen that rewired what “success” looks like. Along the way, we remember the COVID years—beliefs aside, loss was real—and ask why we’re still here and what we’ll do with that grace.

Grounded by a reading from Proverbs, we talk about seeking wisdom like treasure, letting discretion preserve you, and avoiding the paths that promise thrill but end in harm. The theme for 2026 is simple and demanding: prepare better, decide better, and be consistent in doing good. Whether you share our faith or not, you’ll find practical takeaways on planning, listening to your body, valuing mentors, honoring family, and building a year defined by stewardship over spectacle. If this resonates, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs encouragement, and leave a review with the one decision you’re committing to this year.

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What if the most famous psalm is also the most practical survival guide for a restless soul? We step into Psalm 23 not as a pretty wall hanging, but as a lived map: green pastures for commanded rest, still waters for mental clarity, and a soul restored where the mind, emotions, and will stop fighting each other. We talk honestly about being sheep—easily misled, quick to sprint in the wrong direction—and why admitting that is the doorway to provision, guidance, and courage.

From there, we trace how God leads on paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. That line changes the stakes: our choices do not only shape our consequences; they reflect the One we represent. We unpack what fearless trust looks like in the valley of the shadow—how the promise is not an evil-free life but a fear-free heart because the Shepherd is present. And we get real about the rod and staff: correction that stings yet comforts because it proves investment and pulls us back from cliffs we didn’t see coming.

We also explore the table prepared in the presence of enemies and why overflow often shows up before circumstances change. Anointed heads, full cups, and public favor do not require swagger; they require gratitude. We name ungratefulness as a thief that blinds us to daily mercies and turns help into insult, then show practical ways to notice the good that is already spilling over. Finally, we reimagine goodness and mercy as more than blessings we receive; they become traits we carry, a steady shadow that follows us and touches others wherever we go.

If you’re hungry for rest you don’t have to earn, courage that doesn’t deny danger, and guidance that brings your whole self into alignment, this conversation is for you. Listen, share it with someone who needs a reset, and if it helped you breathe a little easier, subscribe and leave a quick review—what truth will you carry into your week?

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Have you ever wondered what Jesus really meant when He said, "If you love me, keep my commandments"? Was He referring to the Ten Commandments or something deeper?

Following a lung transplant that compromised my immune system, our family began holding church at home. During this intimate gathering, we discovered a profound truth often overlooked in modern Christianity: the distinction between the Old Testament Law and Jesus' specific commands. This revelation transforms how we understand discipleship and spiritual foundation-building.

We journey through key passages in John 14, where Jesus repeatedly emphasizes "my commandments" and "my words" as the true test of our love for Him. As we examine Matthew 7, we see that those who hear and obey Christ's words build their spiritual houses on rock—unshakable during life's storms—while those who merely listen without applying His teachings construct fragile foundations that collapse under pressure.

The implications are sobering. Jesus warns that many who perform religious activities and even miracles will be rejected at judgment because they never truly knew Him. The test isn't religious performance but obedience to His specific teachings found throughout the Gospels.

What makes this message unique is its focus on returning to the first-century church model where believers interacted and questioned, rather than passively consuming sermons. We explore how Jesus' commands transcend cultural, racial, and socioeconomic barriers, creating an inclusive faith that challenges modern church segregation.

Ready to discover what Jesus actually taught and build your faith on the solid foundation of His words? This home church session will challenge you to move beyond religious tradition into authentic relationship with Christ through obedience to His commands.