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You go to church and hear the preaching of the Word, perhaps attend a small group Bible study in the middle of the week, and have time alone in the Bible too! That's great, but we must not forget to apply what we receive! As James puts it, we're to be doers of the Word. The Thessalonians did that and it left Paul thankful! We'll be encouraged to receive, welcome and appropriate the Word into our lives today on a Daily Walk. Pastor John Randall is in First Thessalonians chapter two. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Each and every day on a Daily Walk we have the great privilege of opening and studying the Word together. But if it stops right there and we don't put shoe leather to it… we've missed out on what it's intended to do and accomplish! Today pastor John Randall points out the Thessalonians response to the Word of God. They received it and welcomed it with open arms, and then applied it. Let's be encouraged to do the same. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

We'll meet you in First Thessalonians chapter two. Without a doubt the apostle Paul was effective in ministry. But it wasn't by his own doing, or in his own strength. What made it effective? Find out today. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Today we'll jump right back into our verse by verse study through the gospel of Matthew. Summer is officially here, and there are signs we look for that tell us it is here, like warmer weather. There are also signs we should be aware of that tell us we are living in the last days before the return of Christ. Do you know what they are? Jesus tells us in Matthew twenty-four to know the signs and be prepared. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

If you're a Christian, you're a minister! And no doubt you'd like to be effective in that ministry! I'm happy to say that you can by God's grace. In First Thessalonians two we'll look at how Paul ministered among the Thessalonians, and use that as a model for our own life and ministry! Pastor John Randall is going through First Thessalonians right now on a Daily Walk. Effective ministry starts with a willingness to endure hardship. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

We continue today our study of First Thessalonians. The church in Thessalonica was young, and impressionable, but also very energetic and eager. We're about to see the apostle Paul commend them for their walk of faith, labor of love, and for their patience of hope. Wouldn't you like to be known for that? You can be, by the grace of God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

On today's program, we'll begin a study based on the book of First Thessalonians. I'm sure you can recall a time in your life when you needed a little encouragement, and a friend or family member was right there to deliver those perfect words at the perfect time. That's exactly Paul's purpose for writing his first letter to the church in Thessalonica. He had several goals in mind and encouragement was on the list as we'll see today. We'll begin at the beginning, as we look at the first several verses of chapter one. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

We'll be finishing up Colossians, with the apostle Paul's closing comments. In the final few verses of the epistle Paul mentions several people that worked alongside of him. They were near and dear to his heart, and pastor John Randall believes this has a lot to say to us about the importance of people in our lives. We weren't meant to go it alone, in our daily walk. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

As you look back a few years to when we were going through Covid, perhaps you've learned a few things about what's really important in life. One thing many of us have discovered is how important it is that we're together! We need to be with others, and God intended it to be that way. That's emphasized in today's message on a Daily Walk, as pastor John Randall is in the closing verses in Colossians. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Has this thought crossed your mind in recent years… “We're getting close to the end?” What does the Bible have to say about the time of the end? Are there signs to be looking for as that day approaches? In chapter twenty-four, Jesus gave some specific signs of His second coming and the end of the age to His disciples. He did this for some very good reasons. He wanted them to be ready, and He wanted them to know the truth, so they would not be deceived by false teachers. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

You might be pretty good about praying for others, but do you also ask others to pray for you? Both are important in our daily walk, and we see that modeled for us by the apostle Paul. Today on a Daily Walk pastor John Randall reveals how Paul didn't shy away from asking the church to pray for him and the work of the ministry! And we shouldn't either. Let's turn to Colossians chapter four and take a look at what the conduct and conversation of the Christian should be! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

What would you say you're devoted to these days? Would it be entertainment or work and money… or maybe you're family? But how many of us would actually say we're devoted to prayer? In chapter four verse two we read, “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” It's a rather brief statement, but it's packed with helpful instruction for our daily walk. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Today on a Daily Walk we approach the very practical third chapter of Colossians and receive not only much needed help for our marriages, but some great parental pointers too! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Even the casual observer can't help but see hatred and sinful anger are on the rise. While it would be easy to get upset about what's taking place around us, think of what the Lord could do if we displayed God's love, peace and we were thankful! Now that would be something to behold. Today pastor John Randall considers how the love of God, the Peace of God and also thankfulness to God should be apart of our Daily Walk. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

All sin is bad and to be avoided. It will hurt you and left unchecked it will ultimately destroy you. So you don't want to make excuses for it. What's to done about sin? Today on a Daily Walk we're given practical counsel from God's Word. In Colossians chapter three we're told put off the old - and put on the new. And this is especially needed in light of the Lord's return. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Jesus has a very stern, serious message for the religious leaders of His day. And it's a message we need to hear today. The Lord was speaking hard truth but did so with love. And was willing to speak the truth even if it meant they would crucify Him! We'll hear what He has to say here on a Daily Walk. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

For me to live is… How would you answer that friend? Paul the apostle would answer emphatically, CHRIST! And we hope that's your heart's desire as well. When it is, you can add to that… to die is gain! That's because heaven is on the horizon for the believer in Christ. Today on a Daily Walk pastor John Randall encourages us to seek and think heaven! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

The law of God was never given to make us righteous but to reveal we all fall short of the glory of God and need a Savior. But many totally miss the point and go on an endeavor to live by the law. Others come up with their own set of standards, rules and rituals to live by. Both of those paths lead to bondage. Pastor John Randall will urge us to stay connected to Jesus and take our cues and direction from the Lord. That's the way to live and avoid falling into legalism and a lie. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

“How do I get to God?” As you may know, people have arrived at a variety of answers to that question. Back when Paul penned his letter to the Colossians there were false teachers that claimed salvation came through abiding by manmade regulations. Simply put it was legalism. Still today, people fall for that lie. We'll learn today on a Daily Walk that there is one way to God and that's through Christ. Our best efforts fall way short of the mark and that's why we need to trust in Jesus who lived the perfect life for us and died in our place. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Whether you're facing an illness, financial trouble, or struggle with depression… be encouraged to take it to Jesus today on a Daily Walk. Pastor John Randall is about to open Colossians two and emphasize a very important truth… Jesus is sufficient and we're complete in Him! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Maybe this is an especially hard time for you? Perhaps you're experiencing deep discouragement or depression. You can find just what you need for this very hour in Jesus. That's the great reminder in front of us, as we turn to Colossians chapter two. So be encouraged as we discover everything we need or ever will need is found in Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

This week we pick up where we left off in Matthew chapter 23 where Jesus is rebuking the religious leaders of the day. As you hear these woes allow it to encourage you to be a speaker of truth in love. Jesus models this for us beautifully. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Happy fourth of July! Whether you're in prison unjustly like the apostle Paul was, or you're hated and ridiculed for standing for the truth in today's world… suffering for the cause of Christ is not uncommon. But we can make the choice to rejoice at such times, for several reasons. And we'll lay them out for you today on a Daily Walk. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

The world as we know it today is full of turmoil and suffering. It would be easy for us to complain, argue and even question why! And many are. But today on a Daily Walk, we'd like to encourage you to make the choice to rejoice… just as the apostle Paul did in the midst of suffering. Pastor John Randall provides some reasons for doing so, as he returns to his study of Colossians. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Pastor John Randall is just getting started in Colossians. We left off at chapter one, and verses 18-23. In these difficult times we're living in, we desperately need encouragement to keep on going. And that's what we find in this passage. As we consider what Paul and the Colossians went through, we'll apply it to what we're encountering today… and left encouraged to keep walking with Jesus. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Is Jesus God? While man today disagrees over the answer to that question the Bible is very clear on the matter. A careful reading of the Scripture will leave no doubt in your mind that Jesus is Lord and God. Today on a Daily Walk we'll see false teaching was making its way around the church in Colossi. And the apostle Paul is about to set the record straight. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Jesus – He's our subject today on a Daily Walk! In Colossians chapter one the apostle Paul presents Christ for who He really is. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

We'll be in Matthew chapter 23 today if you want to find your place there now. Jesus is in the last week of His earthly ministry and conveying some important things to His disciples before He would leave them. In this passage He takes time out to point out the hypocrisy in the religious leaders. Essentially saying, don't be like them! They were putting on a good show, but we're not practicing what they preached. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

You may or may not have an inheritance waiting for you from a loved one. But even that will one day pass away. But consider this… if you're a believer in Christ you have an incomparable inheritance given to you by God for all of eternity. Nothing can take it away! That's something to get excited about and be thankful for. Today on a Daily Walk we'll give you good reasons to praise God as we open Colossians chapter one, with pastor John Randall. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

We've just started a new study in Colossians with pastor John Randall. As he begins this letter, the apostle Paul says he was thankful for the church at Colossi. And he also prayed for them too. We'll notice how he prayed for them, and it can serve as a wonderful guide for our prayer lives too. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Glad you could join us as we embark on a new study in Colossians. The message and ministry was under assault so Paul the apostle wrote Colossians to remind the Church that Jesus is enough and we're complete in Him. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

When the offering plate comes by and it's time to give, this can be a thrilling experience where we express our gratitude, worship and joy to the Lord. Our study is based on the last chapter in Philippians. That's where we join Pastor John Randall for his message on Giving and Receiving. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Would you say that your content? Most people would answer that question based on whether or not life is going good and smoothly by their own estimation. But as we'll see today on a Daily Walk It's possible to experience contentment even in the worst conditions. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

In Matthew chapter 23 Jesus points out the great hypocrisy in the Pharisees. They were all about showing off, doing what they did to be seen by men. And they certainly didn't practice what they preached. Pastor John observes the same sort of behavior in much of the world today in his message! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

As we head back to Philippians chapter four we encounter a list of virtues we're to think about or meditate upon. Things like that which is true, noble and just! Pastor John believes if we'd meditate upon this, our mental health would be so much better! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

How's your thought life these days? If you're like most if could use a little improvement! Or perhaps you'd say more like a major overhaul! Today on a Daily Walk pastor John Randall poses the question, “What are You Thinking?” We'll be in Philippians chapter four where the apostle Paul gives us a list of virtues we're to meditate upon. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

We all experience worry and anxiety at times. But it does us no good! So today on a Daily Walk pastor John Randall will show us that when anxiety attacks, we can counter attack through prayer and worship! Turn if you would to Philippians chapter four. One of the primary joy stealers is anxiety and worry. But there is a practical way to eliminate worry. Join us as we examine the answers with pastor John. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

We've all experienced it… someone offends you at work or church. Or maybe you have conflict in the home that's not easily resolved! We have a choice to make when this occurs… we can handle it God's way, or turn angry, bitter, and be unforgiving. Today on a Daily Walk we'll give you the key to resolution of conflict and it's given to us by Jesus Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Stick around for an encouraging edition of a Daily Walk as together we look at the bright future that awaits us as believers in Christ. Pastor John Randall will focus on some of the great blessings of being a citizen of heaven, that can bring us joy for the present. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

We're developing our study of Matthew's gospel here on a Daily Walk. In chapter 22 Jesus again is under the scrutiny of the religious leaders, trying to trap Him, question and accuse Him. The lamb of God was examined but He stood the test! Let's see together how He handled these accusations, and how we should as well when we're falsely accused. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Today pastor John Randall will have us consider the impact that our heavenly citizenship should have on our Daily Walk. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

We're in the middle of a study in Philippians with pastor John Randall, and today we come back to chapter three. The biblical encouragement ahead is this…we've got to press on in our walk with the Lord. And to do that we've got to leave some things behind and follow good examples! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

While much of the world is looking back and going downward morally, the Christian is called to press onward, while looking upward! What direction are you going and looking friend? Consider what your primary focus in life is today on a Daily Walk, as pastor John Randall revisits Philippians three. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

It's never a bad idea to take time out to remember why we're here and what our purpose in life is. In short, it's to know Christ! And pastor John Randall will point to a few precious arenas we can get to know the Lord better in our Daily Walk. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

If you were to write down all of your accomplishments and achievements, could it really compare to knowing Jesus as your Lord and Savior? Followers of Christ should recognize that there really is no comparison! Today on a Daily Walk we'll hear what the apostle Paul has to say about that. Yes his credentials were impressive, but he counts it all loss, when compared to knowing Jesus. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Today we'll continue John's verse by verse series through Matthew with a stop in chapter twenty-two. Once again we see the religious leaders of the day up to no good trying to trap Jesus with questions. And as always, the Lord puts no doubt in anyone's mind who is really the authority on all matters and in control. Turn to Matthew chapter twenty-two and join us for a great time in God's Word. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

I'm sure you can think of some good examples in your life. People who live for the glory of God, and you want to be like them! But then there are those bad examples too, that can draw us away from the Lord. Today we'll consider some good and bad examples in Philippians chapters 2 and 3. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Wouldn't you like to be effective in the ministry God has for you and glorify Him in the process? The passage before us will point the way. Pastor John will spotlight the life and ministry of Timothy, who was consistent, faithful, available and surrendered to Jesus. Talk about a good example to follow! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Pastor John Randall is going through Philippians right now. You can probably think of someone in your life that is known as a complainer! When things don't go the way they want they're quick to complain about it. And at times they can be hard to be around. As we turn to chapter two we'll notice that there was some complaining and arguing happening in Philippi, so Paul the apostle steps in with some excellent God inspired words for them and us! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

When we come to Christ for salvation we must realize it's a total work of God, by grace. But then God goes to work in and through our lives. He gives us a job to do, but this too is to be fueled by grace and the power of the Spirit. He supplies the power and ability to live the life we're called to. But we have a part to play in this. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

When we want a portrait of the wonderful humility of Christ we need to read Philippians chapter two. There Paul seeks to resolve a conflict in the Philippian church, and writes about our Savior's humility, a trait He wants to produce in us as well. So we will consider humility in the Lord today, one who had the supreme right to be served, but who came to serve in humility. Our study is based in Philippians chapter 2. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29