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Have you ever felt far from God and wondered if the distance could ever be closed? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster takes us to Ephesians 2:13-15 (KJV) to show how the blood of Jesus Christ tore down every wall — physical, spiritual, and legal — that once kept humanity separated from God. You will learn what it truly means that Christ is not just a peacemaker but our peace, why self must die at the cross, and how His peace is permanent for everyone who trusts in Him. Whether you feel near or far from God today, this devotion is for you. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Have you ever wondered what it truly means to be without God in this world? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 2:12 (KJV) and walks through Romans 1, Galatians 1:4, and 2 Corinthians 4:4 to show how mankind turned away from God — not by accident, but by choice. You will learn why the church must remain a light, how Satan works to blind unbelievers, and why the blood of Christ is the only thing that can bring those who are far from God near to Him again. This is a word of warning and a word of hope. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Are you carrying the weight of a life that feels hopeless or far from God? In today's Words From The Word devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster draws from Ephesians 2:12 (KJV) to explore five conditions the Gentiles once lived under — and what it means to no longer live that way. You will learn what a divine covenant truly is, why believers grieve with hope rather than without it, and how Paul's bold message at Mars Hill still speaks to people searching for the true God. Whether you are a believer needing encouragement or someone still searching, this devotion is for you. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Were you ever cut off from God's promises? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 2:12 (KJV) and reveals five ways the Gentiles were separated from God before Christ came — without a savior, without citizenship, and without covenant. You will learn how spiritual alienation blinds the heart, why the Abrahamic covenant matters to believers today, and how those who were once far off have been reconciled through Jesus Christ. This devotion will deepen your gratitude for what you now have in Him. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Have you ever watched a disagreement tear a church apart and wondered — is there a better way? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster takes us into Acts 15:18-31 (KJV) and the Jerusalem Council, where early church leaders faced one of the most heated debates in Christian history. You will learn how James led with wisdom, how the apostles responded to false teaching with truth and accountability, and why the church at Antioch rejoiced when the letter finally arrived. Handling conflict God's way brings unity, not division. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Can a tradition — even a religious one — get in the way of someone receiving salvation? That is the question at the heart of Acts 15:1-35 (KJV), and it is just as relevant today as it was in the early church. In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster walks through the Jerusalem Council, where Peter, Paul, Barnabas, and James each stood up to defend the grace of God for all people. You will learn how the apostles handled church conflict with Scripture, why adding requirements to the gospel is dangerous, and how God's plan to include every nation was always His design. A timely reminder to hold tradition loosely and the Word firmly. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Are you trying to earn what God has already given freely through Christ? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster walks us through Galatians 2:11-21 (KJV) and the powerful confrontation between Paul and Peter at Antioch. You will learn why Peter's hypocrisy was dangerous, how peer pressure can compromise even mature believers, and why placing your trust in law-keeping instead of the grace of Christ empties the cross of its meaning. Pastor Webster also sets the stage for the Jerusalem Council in Acts 15, which will be covered in the next devotion. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Have you ever wondered if you truly belong — if God really included someone like you? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster explores Ephesians 2:11 (KJV) and unpacks the deep social and spiritual divisions that existed in the early church. You will learn why true circumcision is a matter of the heart, not the flesh, and how the grace of God through Christ Jesus breaks down every barrier between people. Pastor Webster also draws from John 17, Romans 2, and Colossians 3 to show that in Christ, unity is not just possible — it is God's design. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Are you wondering how God is preparing you for the life and work He has called you to? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster of Good News Baptist Church, Sint Maarten, unpacks Ephesians 4:7-16, Hebrews 13:20-21, and 1 Peter 4:11-14 from the KJV to show that God is actively equipping His people. You will learn how the Word of God, prayer, and suffering each work together to make you complete. Pastor Webster also brings a clear and encouraging reminder that good works are not how we earn salvation — they are how we walk it out. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Are you trying to earn what God has already freely given? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster tackles one of the most misunderstood topics in the Christian life — the role of works in salvation and in the saved life. Drawing from Galatians 2, Galatians 3, Hebrews 6, and Ephesians 2 in the KJV, Pastor Webster makes it clear that while no work can produce salvation, true salvation will always produce good works. You will learn why the law cannot justify, what the works of the flesh look like, and how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to walk in the good works God prepared for them. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Can your bad works undo what grace already did? That is the question Pastor Roderick Webster tackles in this powerful daily devotion from Words From The Word, drawing from Romans 3, Romans 4, Romans 11, Galatians 2, 2 Timothy 1, and Titus 3 in the King James Version.You might be asking: If I was not saved by my good works, can I be lost by my bad works? Does God require me to earn or maintain my salvation? Why could Abraham not boast before God? What does it really mean to be justified by faith?In this episode, Pastor Webster walks through the Scriptures to show:- Justification comes through faith, not the works of the law, as confirmed in Romans 4 and Galatians 2:16- Grace and works are mutually exclusive — if it is grace, it cannot be works, and if it is works, it cannot be grace- Abraham's faith, not his performance, was counted as righteousness- No flesh can glory before God — all boasting belongs to Christ alone- Salvation is unto good works, not salvation by good worksIf you have ever wondered whether your failures could cancel your salvation, this devotion is for you.Like, comment, share, and subscribe to stay encouraged daily.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Have you ever felt like you need to do more to deserve God's love? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster walks through Ephesians 2:7-8 (KJV) to remind us that salvation has never been about what we do — it is entirely about what God has done. You will learn why grace means God does it all for Jesus' sake, why faith is not a work but a response of trust, and why Jesus declaring "It is finished" on the cross means no one can add to or take away from your salvation. A comforting and gospel-rooted word for anyone who needs reassurance today. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Are you a trophy of God's grace? In this devotion from Ephesians 2, Pastor Roderick Webster unpacks one of the most breathtaking truths in all of Scripture — that God did not save us merely to rescue us from hell, but to put us on display as living proof of His amazing grace for all eternity.Drawing from Ephesians 2:4-14 and 2 Corinthians 5:19 (KJV), Pastor Webster walks us through three powerful things God did for His people: He loved us, He liberated us, and He lifted us — and He did it all so that His grace would be glorified forever.You might be asking:- Why did God really save me?- What does it mean to be a trophy of grace?- How does salvation actually work?- What is the role of faith in receiving God's gift?Key points from this devotion:- God loved, liberated, and lifted us according to Ephesians 2:4-6- His ultimate purpose is to display the exceeding riches of His grace for all eternity- Salvation is a gift — not earned, not deserved, but freely given by God's grace- Faith comes by hearing the Word of God, and we must respondIf this devotion blessed you, please like, leave a comment, and share it with someone who needs to hear this today. Subscribe so you never miss a Words From The Word devotion.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Are you still wrapped in graveclothes after God has already called you out of the grave? In this powerful devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster walks us through Ephesians chapter 2 verses 5 and 6, Romans chapter 6, Colossians chapter 2 verse 13, and the story of Lazarus in John chapter 11, all from the King James Version, to show us what it truly means to be made alive in Christ.You might be asking: What does it mean to be quickened together with Christ? How can I walk in the newness of life when old habits still pull at me? What is my position in Christ right now? Can I really experience the joy of salvation in my daily life?Here is what Pastor Webster covers in this devotion:- We are saved by grace through faith alone, not by works- God has raised us up positionally and seated us with Christ in heavenly places- Sin is a binding, like graveclothes, and Christ commands us to be loosed and let go- Our physical position is on earth, but our spiritual position is in heavenly places- Like Lazarus, we are called to sit at the table and enjoy fellowship with JesusIf this devotion encouraged your heart, please like, leave a comment, share it with a friend, and subscribe so you never miss a word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Were you dead in sin before God made you alive? In today's Words From The Word devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 2:5 (KJV) — "Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ (by grace ye are saved)" — and unpacks one of the most powerful truths in all of Scripture: God does not wait for us to be good enough. He meets us in our spiritual death and gives us life.You might be asking...- If I was spiritually dead, how could I even respond to God?- What does it mean to be "quickened together with Christ"?- Does my union with Christ really change my status before God?- How can I live out this new life when I still struggle with sin?Key points from today's devotion:- Before salvation, every person is spiritually dead and unable to save themselves- God made us alive, raised us, and seated us with Christ — three gifts of grace- Our new life is rooted in our union with Christ, not our own effort- Just as God raised us out of spiritual death, He is powerful enough to sustain us- Romans 6:1-7 reminds us that our new life calls for a walk in newness of lifeIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, comment, share, and subscribe. Your support helps spread the Word across Sint Maarten and beyond.Stay connected with GNBC:

Does God's love really reach the worst of sinners? In this Words From The Word daily devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 2:1-4 (KJV) and unpacks one of the most powerful turning points in all of Scripture — the words "But God."You might be asking yourself: Am I too far gone for God to forgive me? What is the difference between mercy and grace? Why would God love someone who has nothing good to offer Him? How do I know this salvation is real and lasting?In this message, Pastor Roderick Webster helps you see:- We were all spiritually dead in trespasses and sins before Christ- God is not just merciful — He is rich in mercy, with no limit and no measure- His love for us had nothing to do with our goodness and everything to do with His nature- Mercy removes the penalty we deserve; grace gives us what we do not deserve- The moment you trust Christ, your account is settled — long ago and foreverNo matter where you are today, those two words — But God — change everything.If this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a morning word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Are you still under God's wrath — or has your account been settled? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster of Good News Baptist Church in Sint Maarten walks us through one of the most sobering — and most hopeful — passages in all of Scripture. Drawing from Romans 1 and Ephesians 2 (KJV), Pastor Webster shows us what it means to live under the wrath of God and what it means when those two powerful words break through: but God.You might be asking: Does God really reveal himself to people who have never heard the gospel? Can someone who has lived in sin truly be forgiven? What does it mean that God gave them up? And what difference do the words but God actually make in my life?In this devotion you will discover:- God has revealed himself to all people through creation, leaving everyone without excuse (Romans 1:20)- Every person outside of Christ is already under God's wrath and condemned- God, rich in mercy, stepped in through Christ to make salvation possible (Romans 5:8)- Confession brings forgiveness and cleansing (1 John 1:9)- Two words — but God — change everything for those who will receive himIf you have not yet settled your account with God, Pastor Webster urges you to do it today. Like, comment, share, and subscribe so more people can hear this life-changing message.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Are you a child of wrath — or a child of grace? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians chapter 2, verse 3 (KJV) to explain the third force that drives human disobedience — the flesh. Not the physical body, but the fallen nature every person is born with.You might be asking — Does that mean unsaved people never do anything good? Can good deeds earn salvation? What does it really mean to be a "child of wrath"? And what does it take for that verdict to change?Key points from this devotion:- The flesh is the fallen nature we are born with, and it shapes all of our behavior before Christ- Unsaved people can and do perform good deeds, but no good deed can meet God's standard or earn salvation- Without Christ, every person is spiritually dead, disobedient, depraved, and under the wrath of God- John 3:18 makes clear that condemnation is already the condition of those who have not believed in Christ- The only way out of being a child of wrath is to settle your account with the Lord Jesus Christ todayIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a daily word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Are you living under the three forces that push people toward disobedience against God? In today's Words From The Word devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 2:2 (KJV) and walks us through the powerful reality of how the world, the devil, and the flesh work together to keep people in spiritual bondage.You might be asking: Why do I keep struggling with the same patterns? Why is it so hard to live for God in today's world? Did sin really start with Adam and Eve? Is Satan personally after me?In this episode, Pastor Webster covers:- How disobedience began in the Garden of Eden and brought spiritual and physical death to all mankind- The pressure the world's system puts on every person to conform to its values and attitudes- How Satan and his hierarchy of demons actively work to keep people disobedient through lies- Why Jesus said His people are not of this world, just as He is not of this world- A preview of the third agent — the flesh — coming in the next devotionIf this message blessed you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a daily devotion.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #HolySpiritStay connected with GNBC:

Are you among the many on the broad road, or among the few on the narrow way? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster draws from Ephesians chapter 2 and several powerful scriptures to show us the serious condition of the person who does not know Christ as Savior — and the urgent choice every soul must make.You might be asking yourself today:- How do I know if I am truly saved or just religious?- What does the Bible mean when it says we are dead in trespasses and sins?- Can God even hear my prayers if I am living in sin?- What does it mean to walk according to the world?Key points from this devotion:- Sin causes spiritual death — a separation of the soul from God (Ephesians 2:1, Romans 6:23)- Iniquity separates us from God and hides His face from us (Isaiah 59:2)- The unregenerate man follows the world's system, which opposes all that is godly- Eternal life is a gift found only in Jesus Christ, not in religion (1 John 5:11-12)- Jesus warns that the broad road leads to destruction, but few find the narrow way (Matthew 7:13-14, KJV)If this devotion stirred something in your heart, do not wait. Like, comment, share, and subscribe to stay rooted in the Word every day.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Are you dead in sin — or alive in Christ? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians chapter 2 and walks us through one of the most sobering and hopeful truths in all of Scripture — that every person born into this world is born spiritually dead because of Adam's sin, but that death is not the end of the story.Drawing from Luke 7:12-15, John 11, Genesis 2:15-17, Romans 5:12, and John 5:24-40 (KJV), Pastor Roderick Webster shows us what it means to be dead in trespasses and sin, and what it means to pass from death unto life through faith in Jesus Christ.You might be asking:- Why does the Bible say I am dead if I am physically alive?- How did Adam's sin affect me personally?- Can someone who goes to church still be spiritually dead?- What does it mean to truly come to Christ and receive life?Key points from this devotion:- Spiritual death entered the world through Adam's disobedience in the Garden of Eden- Every person is born spiritually dead, unable to respond to or understand spiritual things- Jesus demonstrated His power over death by raising three people — a girl, a widow's son, and Lazarus- Coming to Christ is the only way to change a death sentence into everlasting life- The invitation is open today — come to Christ before it is too lateIf this devotion blessed you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a Word From The Word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Are you spiritually dead or alive in Christ? That is the deep and personal question Pastor Roderick Webster opens up in this devotion from Ephesians chapter two, using the King James Version of the Bible.In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster walks us through the powerful contrast Paul draws in Ephesians two between the walk of the unregenerate person, dead in trespasses and sins, and the walk of the believer who has been made alive through God's grace and love.You might be asking:- What does it mean to be spiritually dead?- Can a person look alive on the outside but be dead on the inside?- What changed when God said "but God" in Ephesians two verse four?- How does the story of Jairus' daughter connect to our spiritual condition?Key points from this devotion:- Every person without Christ is spiritually dead, not just struggling- The word "quickened" means made alive, spiritually, not physically- God's rich mercy and great love broke through our spiritual deadness- Jesus has power over physical death, and over spiritual death too- Our walk changed from sin to love the moment Christ saved usIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, share it with a friend, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Words From The Word.WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Do you know the power you already have in Christ? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians chapter one and unpacks one of the most encouraging truths in the New Testament — that believers already possess divine, resurrection power through Jesus Christ.Drawing from Ephesians 1:19-23, Acts 1:8, 2 Corinthians 4:9, and Romans 1:16 (KJV), Pastor Roderick Webster walks us through what it means to live connected to the same power that raised Jesus from the dead.You might be asking yourself today:- Why do I feel powerless if God's power is already available to me?- What does it really mean to have the Holy Spirit's power in my life?- How does the gospel itself carry power to change people?- Why am I still struggling if Christ has already defeated my enemies?Key points from this devotion:- God's power enables us to use God's wealth in Christ- The gospel itself is the power of God for salvation- We have power to endure suffering, not just to succeed- Christ is exalted far above all principalities and powers- The shortage is not on God's end — it is in our connection to HimLike, comment, and share this devotion with someone who needs to be reminded of the power they carry. Subscribe so you never miss a daily word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #HolySpiritStay connected with GNBC:

Do you know the hope God placed in your calling? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians chapter 1 verse 18 (KJV) and walks us through one of the most powerful truths a believer can grasp — that God called you not because of anything you did, but because of His own purpose and grace.You might be asking — Why would God choose me? What does it mean to be called by God? How does my calling affect the way I live today? And what does God actually see when He looks at me?Here are some key points from this devotion:- God's calling is by grace alone, not based on your works or worthiness (2 Timothy 1:9, KJV)- We have been called out of darkness into His marvelous light (1 Peter 2:9, KJV)- The hope of your calling should motivate you toward purity, obedience, and faithfulness- God sees your future glory, not your past failures — just as He saw valor in Gideon and a rock in Peter- God invests in His church because He will one day receive glory through usIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment below, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a Word From The Word.Stay connected with GNBC:

Do you have the mind of Christ needed to truly understand the things of God? In this Words From The Word devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster of Good News Baptist Church draws from Ephesians, John 14:25-26, John 16:12-14, and 1 Corinthians 2:9-16 (KJV) to unpack what it means to be spiritually enlightened and why the natural mind simply cannot grasp the deep things of God on its own.You might be asking: Why do some people laugh when I talk about God? Why does the Bible sometimes feel hard to understand? What does it mean to have the mind of Christ? How does the Holy Spirit actually teach us?Key points from this devotion:- The Holy Spirit is the source of all spiritual enlightenment and revelation- The natural man cannot receive the things of the Spirit — they seem foolish to him- What God has prepared for those who love Him surpasses anything we can imagine- When you receive Jesus Christ, you receive the Holy Spirit as your teacher- Hiding the Word in your heart guards you against sinIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, comment, and share it with someone who needs to hear it today. Subscribe so you never miss a word from the Word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #HolySpirit #ChristianLivingStay connected with GNBC:

Are you truly growing in the knowledge of God, or do you only know about Him? In this Words From The Word daily devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Colossians 1:9-12 (KJV) and walks us through the Apostle Paul's powerful prayer for the believers at Colosse — a prayer that asked for no material things, only that they would know God more deeply, walk worthy of Him, and bear fruit in every good work.You might be asking — what does it mean to walk worthy of the Lord? Why does Paul pray for patience and long suffering with joyfulness? Is there a difference between knowing about God and actually knowing God? How do I grow in the knowledge of God daily?Key points from this devotion:- Paul prayed that believers would be filled with wisdom and spiritual understanding- Walking worthy means our conduct and lifestyle should be pleasing to God- Being fruitful in every good work is part of God's desire for every believer- Increasing in the knowledge of God requires reading, studying, and accepting His Word- Knowing God personally is salvation — knowing Him fully is the journey of a lifetimeIf this devotion encouraged you today, please like, comment, and share it with someone who needs a word. Subscribe so you never miss a daily devotion from Words From The Word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Are you praying for what people truly need most? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Philippians 1:9-11 and Colossians 1:9 (KJV) to show us that the Apostle Paul's prayers went far deeper than physical needs — he prayed for love, knowledge, wisdom, and spiritual understanding.You might be asking: Why does Paul pray for spiritual things instead of physical ones? What does it mean for love to "abound more and more in knowledge"? How do I pray more meaningfully for the people I care about? What does it look like to be filled with the fruits of righteousness?Key points from this devotion:- Paul prayed that believers would grow in love, knowledge, and sound judgment- True intercession goes beyond physical needs to spiritual growth and readiness- Being sincere, fruitless-free, and filled with righteousness are things worth praying for- From the day Paul heard about a church, he did not stop praying — and neither should we- As believers, we are called to think more deeply about the spiritual well-being of those we loveIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone, and subscribe so you never miss a word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Are you praying specifically for the people you love? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians chapter 3, verses 14 through 21, from the King James Version, to walk us through one of the most powerful prayers in all of Scripture — the Apostle Paul's prayer for the believers at Ephesus.You might be asking: Does it really matter how specific I am when I pray? Can I pray for someone without knowing exactly what to ask for? What does it mean to be rooted and grounded in love? How can I be filled with all the fullness of God?In this devotion, Pastor Webster helps us see:- Paul prayed with purpose — he studied the people and prayed for their real needs- Inner strength from the Holy Spirit matters more than physical strength alone- Christ dwelling in our hearts by faith transforms how we live and love- Knowing the love of Christ goes beyond head knowledge — it fills and controls us- Specific prayers lead to specific answers you can recognize and celebrateIf you want your prayers to move from general to powerful, this devotion is for you.Like, comment, share, and subscribe to stay encouraged every day through Words From The Word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #HolySpiritStay connected with GNBC:

Are you praying specifically for the people you love? In today's Words From The Word devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians chapter 1, verses 15 through 23 (KJV) to show us how the Apostle Paul prayed — not vaguely, but with detail, purpose, and deep spiritual intention for the believers at Ephesus.You might be asking — does it really matter how specific my prayers are? How do I know if my prayers are being answered? What was Paul actually asking God to do for these people? And what does it mean to have the eyes of your understanding enlightened?In this devotion you will discover:- Why Paul gave thanks before he even made his requests- How Paul prayed for wisdom, revelation, and knowledge of God for believers- What it means to have your understanding enlightened about God's calling and inheritance- Why Christ's power and authority should shape the way we pray- How specific prayer helps you recognize when God answersIf someone has asked you to pray for them, this devotion will transform how you approach that responsibility. Like this video, leave a comment below with who you are praying for today, share this with a friend, and subscribe so you never miss a daily word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Have you left your first love for God? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster brings a heartfelt message rooted in 1 John 3:16-18, Revelation 2:1-4, and Acts 2 (KJV), calling believers back to a genuine, active love for God and for one another.You might be asking: Is my love for God real or just words? Can I love God and still ignore the needs of those around me? What did the early church do that we seem to be missing today? How do I know if I have left my first love?Key points from this devotion:- True love is defined as selfless sacrifice that results in generous acts of kindness- The church at Ephesus was commended for its works but rebuked for leaving its first love- Love must be proven in deeds, not just in words or feelings- The early church in Acts 2 lived in one accord, sharing freely and praising God together- God is calling us back to that place where we see what we have as belonging to Him and to othersIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a daily word from Pastor Webster.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Does your faith actually show in how you love others? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster draws from Ephesians 1:15 (KJV) to explore Paul's commendation of believers who demonstrated real faith and genuine love toward all the saints. Listeners will learn why love for the brethren is a proof of salvation, how the love of God has already been placed in every believer's heart by the Holy Spirit, and why true faith always produces visible works. If you have been struggling to love difficult people in the church family, this devotion is for you. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.0:00 Opening Prayer and Fannie Crosby1:08 Paul's Commendation for Believers2:25 Faith That Works Is Faith That Shows3:44 When Faith Grows and Love Abounds5:27 Love for All Saints Not Just a Few7:13 Love for the Brethren Proves Salvation8:28 Closing and Next Devotion Preview

Are you closer to God than you were yesterday? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster draws from Ephesians chapter 1 (KJV) to remind us that our inheritance in Christ is real, secure, and sealed by the Holy Spirit. You will learn why man has a genuine responsibility to respond to God's invitation, what it truly means to be sealed until the day of redemption, and why God's ultimate goal in saving us is the praise of His glory. Whether you are a new believer or someone who has walked with God for years, this devotion will anchor your faith and stir your heart to praise. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.0:00 Opening hymn Draw Me Nearer0:42 Our inheritance in Ephesians 11:14 Whosoever will vs chosen in Him2:07 Man's call to respond to God4:12 Salvation by grace through faith4:54 Sealed by the Holy Spirit7:20 Doubt and the redemption of our body8:30 Saved to glorify God9:54 What it means to praise God10:24 Closing encouragement

Do you know what belongs to you as a child of God? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster walks through Ephesians 1 and key passages in the KJV to uncover the inheritance every believer holds in Jesus Christ. You will learn why the two words "in Him" are among the most powerful in all of Scripture, what promises are already yours — peace, joy, grace, eternal life, and glory — and why God chose you before the world was even formed. You are not just an heir. You are Christ's own inheritance, given to Him by the Father. Subscribe to Words From The Word wherever you listen to podcasts.

Can you really trust every promise God makes?In today's Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster reminds us from Ephesians 1:11-14 (KJV) that God is not like us — He cannot lie, He does not forget, and every promise He has made to you in Christ is yes and amen.You have been chosen, redeemed, and sealed with the Holy Spirit as a guarantee of your inheritance. No matter how things look right now, God's purpose is still being walked out.Watch or listen today and be encouraged to keep living for Jesus.#WordsFromTheWord #GoodNewsBaptistChurch #BibleDevotion

Will every knee really bow — even those who refuse to believe today? In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians chapter one, verse nine and ten, diving deep into the mystery of God's will and what the dispensation of the fullness of time truly means. Using the King James Version, Pastor Webster walks us through God's ultimate plan to gather all things under Christ — in heaven and on earth.You might be asking: What is the mystery of God's will that Paul mentions in Ephesians 1? What does the millennial kingdom have to do with my life right now? Why does it matter that every tongue will confess Jesus Christ is Lord? And what does it really mean to believe on the Lord Jesus Christ for salvation?Key points from this devotion:- The mystery of God's will was hidden before but is now revealed through Christ- The dispensation in Ephesians 1:10 points to the millennial kingdom when all things will be under Christ's rule- Philippians 2:10-11 confirms every knee will bow and every tongue will confess Jesus is Lord- Satan will be bound for a thousand years during the millennium but is actively deceiving nations right now- Saving faith is not just mental agreement — it moves you to confess, repent, and receive ChristIf this devotion blessed you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone, and subscribe so you never miss a word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Does God Still Reveal Hidden Truths to His Children?───Do you wonder if God's wisdom is actually available to you—or is it locked away for the special, the educated, the elite? The truth that many believers never grasp is this: God does not withhold His wisdom. He abounds toward His children in wisdom and prudence—pouring it out freely through His Holy Spirit. The mystery of God's will, once hidden, is now fully revealed to those who belong to Him through Jesus Christ. You have access to something the world cannot buy, cannot earn, and cannot find on its own.Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 1:8–9 (KJV) to show you what it means to walk in the wisdom God has freely given you and why understanding this transforms your faith and your daily decisions.───In This Episode:God abounds toward believers in all wisdom and prudence—not a little, but abundantlyTrue wisdom does not come from the world—it comes from the Spirit of GodThe mystery of God's will, once hidden in ages past, is now revealed to believers through His Word and SpiritWe have the mind of Christ—you have access to His perspective and His wisdomIf you lack wisdom, God invites you to ask Him freely—He gives liberally and without reproach (James 1:5)How to recognize the difference between worldly wisdom and spiritual wisdomPractical steps to access and walk in the wisdom God has already given youPassages explored: Ephesians 1:8–9 | 1 Corinthians 2:6–12, 2:16 | James 1:5 | Matthew 13:11 (all KJV)───Key Scripture:"We have the mind of Christ." — 1 Corinthians 2:16 (KJV)───Watch / Listen:https://youtu.be/ubAZPy7_d74Continue the series: Words From The Word — All Spiritual Blessings: A Devotional Journey Through Ephesians (KJV)───Share this episode with someone who needs to know God freely reveals His wisdom to those who ask Him.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #Wisdom #HolySpirit #MindOfChrist

You were bought with a price—but do you really understand what that means? Many believers know they're forgiven, but live as if sin still has a hold on them. They know Jesus died for their sins, but wonder: Can sin still control me? Is God's grace really enough? Today's devotion answers these questions head-on with one of Scripture's most powerful truths: redemption through the blood of Christ.Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 1:7 (KJV) to reveal what true redemption is—not just forgiveness, but freedom from sin's power, guilt, and eternal consequences, all purchased by the precious blood of Jesus and given freely according to the riches of God's grace.───In This Episode:What redemption really means—a ransom paid, a price bought back by bloodWe are redeemed FROM the power of sin—sin shall not have dominion over us (Romans 6:14)We are redeemed FROM the guilt of sin—as far as the east is from the west (Psalms 103:12)We are redeemed FROM the consequences of sin—the gift of God is eternal life (Romans 6:23)This redemption is given freely—according to the riches of His grace, not by silver or goldHow to live in the reality of your redemption, not just the knowledge of itWhy understanding redemption transforms your identity and your daily choicesPassages explored: Ephesians 1:7 | Romans 6:14 | Psalms 103:12 | Romans 6:23 (all KJV)───Key Scripture:"In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace." — Ephesians 1:7 (KJV)───Watch / Listen:https://youtu.be/BBCegduikA8Continue the series: Words From The Word — All Spiritual Blessings: A Devotional Journey Through Ephesians (KJV)───Share this episode with someone who needs to know they are truly redeemed—bought back, set free, and held secure by the riches of God's grace.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #Redemption #BloodOfChrist #GodsGrace

Are You Accepted by God Even When You Feel Unworthy?───Do you struggle to believe that God truly accepts you—despite your failures, your shame, your worst moments? Many believers know they're forgiven, but live as if they're still on the outside looking in, unworthy of God's love. Today's devotion strips away that lie and reveals one of Scripture's most liberating truths: your acceptance before God has nothing to do with you and everything to do with Christ. You are made accepted in the Beloved—fully redeemed, completely forgiven, and deeply loved according to the riches of His grace.Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 1:6–7 (KJV) to show you what it truly means to be accepted in Christ and how that transforms the way you live, worship, and surrender to God.───In This Episode:Why you are not acceptable in yourself—and why that's actually good newsWhat it means to be "accepted in the Beloved"—and how Christ makes that possibleThe cost of your acceptance: Jesus paid it all; you paid nothingPropitiation, redemption, and forgiveness—what these words mean for you todayHow acceptance in Christ becomes a lifestyle of worship and surrenderWhy a surrendered life always brings glory to GodPractical steps to live as if you're fully accepted, even when your feelings say otherwisePassages explored: Ephesians 1:6–7 | Romans 3:24–25 | Philemon 1:17 | Matthew 3:16–17 (all KJV)───Key Scripture:"To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved." — Ephesians 1:6 (KJV)───Watch / Listen:https://youtu.be/Xim_2FMrBIkContinue the series: Words From The Word — All Spiritual Blessings: A Devotional Journey Through Ephesians (KJV)───Share this episode with someone who needs to know they are fully accepted in Christ—right now, exactly as they are.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #AcceptedInChrist #Grace #GodsLove

Do you ever wonder if God truly delights in you—not out of obligation, but because you are His? Many believers know they're saved, but live as if they're on probation rather than fully loved as sons and daughters of the Most High. Today's devotion pulls back the curtain on one of Scripture's most transformative truths: predestination, election, and your adoption into God's eternal family.Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians chapter one (KJV) to reveal how God marked you out beforehand—before you ever chose Him—and secured your place in His household through Jesus Christ, all according to the good pleasure of His will.───In This Episode:What predestination really means—and why it's good news, not badThe purpose of election: to be holy and blameless before God for eternityHow adoption into God's family changes everything about how you liveThe role of the Holy Spirit in crying out "Abba, Father" on your behalfWhy God's delight in you is the foundation of your identity and confidencePractical steps to live as if you're chosen, beloved, and fully acceptedPassages explored: Ephesians 1:1, 1:5, 1:11 | Colossians 1:21–22 | Romans 8:15 | Galatians 4:4–7 | Philippians 2:15 | Ephesians 5:27 | 2 Peter 3:11–14 (all KJV)───Key Scripture:"Because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father." — Romans 8:15 (KJV)───Watch / Listen:https://youtu.be/3NYHEn6qtuAContinue the series: Words From The Word — All Spiritual Blessings: A Devotional Journey Through Ephesians (KJV)───Share this episode with someone who needs to know they're chosen, loved, and forever secure in God's family.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #Ephesians1 #ChristianIdentity #GodsLove

Were you chosen by God before the world began? That is the heart of today's devotion with Pastor Roderick Webster on Words From The Word, the daily devotional series from Good News Baptist Church in Sint Maarten.Drawing from passages including John 6, 1 Peter 1:20, John 15:16, Ephesians 2:4-5, Romans 8:15, and Colossians 2:10 (KJV), Pastor Webster walks us through the powerful biblical truth of election — what it means, when it happened, why God did it, and what it means for you today.You might be asking:- Does God really choose people, and what does that mean for me?- Was this decision made before I was even born?- Why would God elect anyone — what motivated Him?- What do I actually receive as a result of being chosen by God?Key points from this devotion:- Election is biblical — angels, Christ, the apostles, and the church are all described as elect- God chose us before the foundation of the world, not because of anything we did- The motive behind election is God's great love for us- The result of election is adoption — we are His children- The goal of it all is God's gloryIf this devotion blessed you, please like, leave a comment, share this video, and subscribe so you never miss a Word From The Word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Did God choose you, or did you choose God? That is one of the most searched and debated questions in all of Scripture, and in this devotion Pastor Roderick Webster opens the Bible to help us see what God actually says.Drawing from passages including Joshua 24:15, Isaiah 1:18, Matthew 11:28-30, John 5:40, John 6:37, Romans 9:11, and Revelation 22:17 (KJV), Pastor Webster walks through both sides of a truth the Bible holds together without apology — the sincere invitation to every person to come, and the sovereign election of God that calls His own to Himself.You might be asking:- If God already chose who would be saved, does my choice even matter?- Does the Bible really teach predestination?- Why does Jesus keep saying "come" if salvation is already decided?- What does "whosoever will" actually mean?Key points from this devotion:- God issues a compelling invitation to every person to respond to Him- Joshua, Isaiah, John the Baptist, and Jesus all called people to choose and to come- Scripture also clearly teaches that God foreknew and predestined those who believe- Both truths — human responsibility and divine election — are taught side by side in the Word- Your response to the gospel matters, and God promises He will not cast away anyone who comesIf this devotion blessed you, please like, leave a comment, share it with someone, and subscribe to stay connected with Words From The Word.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Were you chosen by God before the world even began? In this devotion from **Words From The Word**, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 1:4 (KJV) — *"According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love"* — and carefully walks us through one of the most profound truths in all of Scripture: God's election and what it really means for your salvation.You might be asking…- Does being chosen mean I have no choice in coming to Christ?- Was Israel's election the same as personal salvation?- How does John 3:16 fit together with the doctrine of election?- What does it mean that God "drew" me to Himself?**Key points from this devotion:**-

You know God has blessed you — but do you know where those blessings actually are? This episode zeroes in on one of the most clarifying truths in Ephesians: your spiritual blessings are not stored down here on earth. They are in heavenly places — where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. And because you are in Christ, everything He has already belongs to you.In this episode, Pastor Roderick Webster covers:The location of every spiritual blessing — "heavenly places" as seen across Ephesians 1, 2, and 3 (KJV)Why only the spiritual person can receive what the natural mind rejects (1 Corinthians 2:14 | KJV)The call to live as heavenly citizens while navigating real earthly struggles (2 Corinthians 4:8–9 | KJV)How walking in the Spirit produces the fruit of a life rooted in heavenly realities (Galatians 5:22–23 | KJV)Jesus as the blessing agent — and what our union with Him means for every resource He possessesThe staggering inheritance of the believer: heirs of God and joint-heirs with Christ (Romans 8:16–17 | KJV)Why His riches, righteousness, power, and position are all yours — by grace, through Him

Have you been asking God for love, peace, joy, or strength — not realising Scripture says you already have them? This episode delivers one of the most liberating truths in all of God's Word: every spiritual blessing has already been granted to the believer in Christ, and God has held absolutely nothing back.In this episode, Pastor Roderick Webster covers:Why God is the blessed one — perfect in goodness, with no variableness or shadow of turning (James 1:17 | KJV)Why every good and perfect gift flows downward from the Father — and why He is the supreme blesser of His peopleWho the "blessed ones" are — and why every Christian believer qualifiesWhy we keep praying for what we already possess: love (Romans 5:5), peace (John 14:27), joy (John 15:11), strength (Philippians 4:13), and divine power (2 Peter 1:3 | KJV)What it means that believers are already seated with Christ in heavenly places (Ephesians 2:6 | KJV)The cricket replay illustration — a vivid picture of how God, outside of space and time, already sees every blessing as done in the believer's life

Do you ever wonder whether you truly have value — or feel empty and purposeless even though you're saved? This episode goes straight to the source. Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 1:1–3 (KJV) and begins unpacking one of the most powerful declarations in all of Scripture: that every believer has already been blessed with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ.In this episode, Pastor Webster covers:Why Paul wrote this letter from a prison cell in Rome — and who it was written forThe structure of Ephesians: three chapters of doctrine (the wealth of Christ) followed by three chapters of practical Christian living (the walk of the believer)What it truly means to be addressed as a saint — and why every believer qualifiesHow the righteousness of Christ is placed to the believer's account by faith (Romans 3:21–22, Philippians 3:9 | KJV)The difference between grace and peace — and why grace is the source that produces peaceWhy no person can find real identity, self-worth, or purpose apart from Christ

Can God Use Someone With My Past? — Introducing the Book of EphesiansHave you ever felt like what you've done — or who you've been — puts you beyond the reach of God's purpose? This opening episode of our Ephesians series begins not with a doctrine, but with a life: Saul of Tarsus, the most dangerous enemy the early church ever faced, and the God who stopped him cold on the road to Damascus.In this episode, Pastor Roderick Webster covers:The education, zeal, and anti-Christian mission of Saul of TarsusThe Damascus road encounter that brought him face-to-face with the risen Christ (Acts 9 | KJV)Paul's desert season in Arabia and his ministry launch in AntiochHow Paul planted and pastored the church at Ephesus — and his tearful farewell to its elders (Acts 20 | KJV)A first look at Ephesians 1:1–5 (KJV) and the spiritual blessings every believer possesses in Christ

Do you know what kind of love God has placed on you — and are you living like someone who truly believes it? In this finale of the "Claim Your Blessings" series, Pastor Roderick Webster closes with two final blessings from Ephesians 6 and a breathtaking finish from Romans 8 and 1 John 3 that will remind you of exactly who you are in Christ.Blessing 26 — You are an ambassador for Christ — even in bonds (Eph. 6:20)Blessing 27 — You are called to pray always and for all people, with perseverance (Eph. 6:18–19)And the series closes where it must — with the love of the Father:You are more than a conqueror through Him that loved you (Rom. 8:37)You are a child of God — and an heir with Christ (Rom. 8:16–17)One day, when He appears, you shall be like Him (1 John 3:1–3)You are not just blessed with some spiritual blessings. You are blessed with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places. Claim them. Live like it.

Are you tired of losing battles the Bible says you should be winning? The problem may not be your faith — it may be that you're fighting the wrong enemy without the right armor.In this Words From The Word devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster unpacks Blessing 25 from Ephesians 6:10–17 (KJV) — God's full armor, given to every believer to win not some battles, but every battle:Belt of Truth — the first piece; guard yourself with truthBreastplate of Righteousness — no righteousness without truth to anchor itFeet Shod With the Gospel of Peace — boots built for the battlefieldShield of Faith — able to quench every fiery dart of the devil (Eph. 6:16)Helmet of Salvation — protecting the mindSword of the Spirit — the Word of God, quick, powerful, and sharper than any two-edged swordAnd the model for using it? Jesus Himself — "It is written" — three times against the devil's every attack.

Claim Your Blessings Pt. 4 — The Spirit, Marriage & Family (Eph. 5–6 | KJV)Is the Holy Spirit truly in control of your life — or is the flesh still running things? And what does God's Word say about the relationships that matter most to you?In this Words From The Word devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster brings the "Claim Your Blessings" series to a close with two final blessings from Ephesians 5–6 (KJV):Blessing 23 — You are offered the fullness of the Holy Spirit (Eph. 5:18) — the key question isn't how much of the Spirit you have, but how much of you the Spirit hasBlessing 24 — You are given the ability to make every relationship work — marriage, family, and workplace — according to God's design (Eph. 5:21–33; 6:1–9)Closing truth: you don't need to beg God for blessings He has already given. You are blessed with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places — right now, in Christ.