Joy in the Midst of the Storm

When the world spins out of control, when destruction dances at every corner, there's a truth that remains unyielding: "Trust the Lord." Proverbs 3:1-12 ain't about surface-level trust. It's about a trust that's as deep as your soul, as unwavering as God's promises. In a world full of disasters—natural or man-made—where fear lurks in every shadow, this study makes it clear: lean not on your own shaky understanding but on the rock-solid wisdom of God. You trust a chair without batting an eye? Then look hard at your Creator. Trust him with all your heart—anything less becomes lukewarm spit in the eyes of our Holy God. Repent, obey, and align your daily actions with His commandments. This is the kind of trust that demands your all and leaves no room for half-hearted devotion or empty pew-sitting faith.
Don't be fooled—this message is no gentle pat on the back. It's a warning wrapped in love, coming from someone who knows that God's correction is not to ruin you but to refine you. Whether you're wrestling with addiction, battling false doctrine, or struggling in your walk, this is where spiritual understanding must trump fleshly desires. God's got laws—keep them—and watch Him add length, peace, and prosperity to your days. You might not like the heat, but the refining fire is better than the flames of judgment. Wake up, align your trust with action, and see how he'll direct your paths. Let this truth sink into your heart—it could mean your spiritual survival.
The teaching starts at 1:46
Focus: Proverbs 3:5-6
All Verses Covered: Proverbs 3:1-12
Also read: Genesis 6:5-8, 7:11-12, 8:21-22, Psalms 37:3-5, 56:3, 62:8, Isaiah 26:3-4, 31:1, 40:31, 41:10, 50:10, Jeremiah 9:23-24, 17:5-8, Nahum 1:7, Matthew 6:25-34, 8:23-27, 14:22-33, Mark 4:35-41, 9:23-24, Luke 8:22-25, 18:1-8, John 14:1, 15:5, Acts 27:23-25, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Ephesians 6:10-18, Philippians 4:6-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, 1 Peter 5:7, 1 John 5:14-15
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"The Last Days" isn't some spooky tale of yesteryear—it's a prophecy for today, my friend. You don’t have the luxury of folding your arms and watching the world spin into chaos. You see, Jesus laid it bare in Matthew 24: the buildings will fall, the ground will shake, and false prophets will parade in His name, as if they were heaven-sent. But don't be fooled—the devil knows how to dress up like an angel. And in these final times, you better ground yourself in the eternal truth, or risk being swept away by the flood of deceit.
Paul warned us, didn’t he? Lovers of themselves, oozing with pride and ignorance, will stalk the land. You see it, don't you? Wars, earthquakes, deception—it's all heating up. But I say this in love: if you’re gripping onto lukewarm faith or cozy lies, you’re playing a dangerous game. You must endure, hold firm, and live holy. It’s not enough to know. What are you doing with what you know? God’s not asking for perfection, but He is demanding readiness. This isn’t a scare tactic; it’s a soul-shaking truth. And I'm telling you because your soul matters too much to leave this to chance.
The teaching starts at 15:15
Focus: Matthew 24:4-8
All Verses Covered: Matthew 24:1-13, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, 2 Peter 3:2-12
Also read: Isaiah 2:2-4, Isaiah 30:9-10, Ezekiel 38:7-22, Daniel 12:1-4, Hosea 4:1-3, Joel 2:28-32, Amos 8:11-12, Zephaniah 1:14-18, Malachi 4:1-2, Mark 13:31-37, Luke 14:15-24, Luke 17:26-30, Luke 18:8, Luke 21:25-28, John 16:33, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-12, 1 Timothy 4:1-2, James 5:1-8, 1 Peter 4:7, 1 John 2:18-19, Revelation 6:12-17, Revelation 13:6-10, Revelation 16:8-21, Revelation 19:19, Revelation 20:11-15, Revelation 22:12-17
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Wake up, folks. The Gospel isn't a theory, an idea, or a weekend hobby; it's a life to be lived with every breath you take. "Live in Light of the Gospel" ain't just about carrying a Bible under your arm—it's about being the Bible in action, as seen in Colossians 4:1-6. God didn't call you to look the part but to be the part, to walk wisely among those outside the faith, to redeem the precious time you've been given. Your life is a sermon, whether you know it or not—so what are you preaching? Quit making excuses and start being the salt and light. Your actions should scream the truth of the Gospel in a world that wants to dilute it to nothingness.
You think you can straddle the line between serving God and serving the world? Think again. You can't serve two masters—one will get your time, your energy, and ultimately, your soul. Walk in wisdom, not just for your sake, but for those watching each step you take. Don't waste another second. If you've been cold, get hot. If you've been lukewarm, step into the fire. Redeem the time, because it's running out faster than a thief in the night. Real wisdom is knowing not just the path to walk, but Who you're walking toward. It's about making sure that every word you speak is drenched in God's grace and truth, compelling enough to stir a soul toward the Savior. Live like the Gospel—the uncompromising, eternity-shaking, life-altering Truth—is the most real thing in your world. Because it is.
The teaching starts at 2:40
Focus: Colossians 4:5
All Verses Covered: Colossians 4:1-6
Also read: 2 Samuel 23:2, Psalms 23:3, Proverbs 4:7, 10:32, 15:1-2, 15:28, Isaiah 50:4, Malachi 2:7, Matthew 5:14-16, 5:28, 5:37, 6:22-24, 10:16, 12:33-37, Mark 12:34, 13:11, Luke 6:45, 8:16-18, 10:10, 12:8-9, 16:8-9, John 3:21, 8:12, 13:15, 15:5, Acts 4:13, 13:46-47, 20:28-31, Romans 6:13-16, 12:1-2, 12:10-21, 13:11-12, 14:19, 1 Corinthians 2:7, 3:18-23, 4:1, 6:19-20, 7:20-24, 10:31-33, 12:3, 14:26-40, Galatians 1:10, 3:28, 4:8-9, Ephesians 2:10, 4:1-3, 5:8-16, Philippians 2:14-16, 3:17, 4:5, Colossians 3:8, 3:16-17, 4:7, 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12, 5:15, 5:21, 5:24, 2 Thessalonians 2:15-17, 1 Timothy 4:12, 2 Timothy 2:15, 3:15-17, 4:2, Hebrews 4:12, 11:6, James 1:19-27, 3:1-18, 4:13-15, 1 Peter 2:12, 3:15, 4:7-11, 5:3, 2 Peter 1:5-8, 1 John 1:5-7, 2:6, 2:20, 2:27, 3 John 1:1-4, Jude 1:20, Revelation 1:3, 3:14-22
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"The Spirit Doesn't Change" takes us to a hard and necessary truth painted clearly in Matthew 23:1-15: God will not be mocked or manipulated. The seat of Moses, rife with pretense and show, remains filled with those who love titles but lack truth. Whitewashed tombs, cloaked in hypocrisy, misleading God’s children for personal gain—they scatter the flock while fattening their pockets. If you've ever put your faith in a man instead of God, take heed—the spirit of false teaching and hypocrisy has not changed. Man-made religion will bind heavy burdens upon you, promising heaven but delivering heartache. It’s time you recognize this spirit and fight against it—to strip away the lukewarmness and adhere to the burning truth of the gospel in obedience.
The study confronts the unchanging spirit found in religious hypocrisy and false teachings. We're told to observe carefully—not to be blind followers, but discerning believers who know the weight of what is real and what is not. It’s a solemn warning designed to wake you up. This is not about tickling ears; it's about saving souls from wolves in sheep’s clothing. If that shakes you, good. That discomfort could be your saving grace, taking you from flimsy faith to fortified fortitude. It's about standing on the rock—Christ alone—not built-up preachers enthroned on the counterfeit. Humble yourself; let the Word expose what needs change. Let it lead you to serve, to sacrifice, to a faith that withstands the fire. The spirit doesn’t change, and neither does our God. That’s warning enough to be vigilant, to be prepared. This is about your heart, your soul, your eternity.
The teaching starts at 25:11
Focus: Matthew 23:3
All Verses Covered: Matthew 23:1-15
Also read: Exodus 20:7, Deuteronomy 18:20-22, Proverbs 12:22, Isaiah 29:13, Jeremiah 23:11,14,23-32, Ezekiel 22:25-28, Micah 3:5-7, Zephaniah 3:4, Malachi 2:7-9, Matthew 7:15-23, 15:8-9, Luke 6:26, 12:1, Acts 20:29-30, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, 2 Corinthians 2:17, 11:13-15, Galatians 1:7-9, 1 Timothy 1:3-7, 6:3-5, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Titus 1:10-11, Hebrews 13:9, 2 Peter 2:1-3, 3:16, 1 John 2:18-23, 4:1, Jude 1:4,12-16, Revelation 2:2.
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In "God Brought the Blessing Back to the Church," we stare down the narrow minds and hardened hearts that keep blessings at bay. Locking yourself behind the gates of fear, doubt, and complacency does nothing but prolong spiritual famine. Do you not see? God is in the boldness of four leprous souls who refused to die without shaking loose the shackles. They ventured into the unknown, their steps magnified by faith, not sight, and guess what? They stumbled upon God's abundant provision—hidden right where blind fear told them not to look. Don't be fooled, the Word challenges us; if you don’t wake up and move, you'll never see the blessing God's already set in motion.
Look at the king’s officer—a skeptic crushed by his own doubt, trampled in the stampede of fulfilled prophecy. Here’s the cold truth: speak against God’s promises and you just might see your blessing slip right through your fingers. The lesson's as clear as day—trust that God moves in mysterious ways, even through unlikely vessels, and get ready to walk through gates of blessing, not fear. Action, faith, and humility are the keys, my friend. God’s blessings abound for those who dare to believe, step out, and claim it. Make no mistake, God uses whom He chooses, and He bestows His grace where believers have the courage to tread. This ain’t just a story—it’s a call for you to rise up and walk in the truth before the gates close and it's too late.
The teaching starts at 23:40
Focus: 2 Kings 7:9
All Verses Covered: 2 Kings 7:1-20
Also read: Genesis 7:11, Psalms 34:8-10, Psalms 37:19, Isaiah 55:8-9, Jeremiah 29:11, Matthew 19:26, Mark 10:27, John 6:35, Acts 14:17, Romans 11:33-34, 1 Corinthians 1:27-29, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Ephesians 3:20, Philippians 4:19, James 1:5, 1 Peter 3:12, 1 John 3:22
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“Pray for Peace” may sound like a gentle whisper, but make no mistake—it's a divine trumpet call to action. Apostle Paul didn’t mince words in 1 Timothy 2:1-8. He demands prayers—not just any prayers, but those raising holy hands without wrath or doubting. He doesn't stop at lip service; he commands real change, action born from hearts truly aligned with God’s purpose. You see, true prayer is not about what you can get, but about being a vessel through whom God’s peace and will flow. Prayer moves the hand of God, but it requires our hands to be holy, our hearts to be pure. Empty gestures won’t do it.
The noise and chaos of this world shout louder than ever, but don’t be deceived. If you’re talking peace, but not living it, you’re just making noise. This isn’t just a call to pray for the nations, leaders, or the neighbor down the street—it's a call to purge the hypocrisy from your own heart. You've been called to more than just survive the tumult of this life; you’ve been called to lead with godliness and honesty, making intercession for all. Pray like everything depends on God, and work like everything depends on you. This ain’t about being comfortable; it’s about being conformed to His will. If it cuts, it’s because the truth is sharpening you. Pray, act, and stand for peace, because peace only comes when His people rise in His power and act from the heart.
The teaching starts at 1:54
Focus: 1 Timothy 2:8
All Verses Covered: 1 Timothy 2:1-8
Also read: Psalms 4:1, 34:14, 37:11, 72:3-7, Proverbs 12:20, Isaiah 9:6-7, 26:3, 32:17-18, 52:7, 57:19, Jeremiah 29:7, Matthew 5:9, 6:9-13, John 14:27, 16:33, Acts 10:36, Romans 5:1, 12:18, 14:17, 15:13, Galatians 5:22, Ephesians 2:14-18, 6:18, Colossians 3:15, 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18, Hebrews 13:20-21, James 3:18, 1 Peter 3:11, 2 Peter 3:14, 1 John 5:14, Revelation 21:3-4
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You can read the Word, you can quote the Word, and you can sing the Word 'til you’re blue in the face, but until you live it—until you let it transform you from the inside out—you’re fooling nobody but yourself. "Be Doers of the Word" isn’t just a catchy phrase, it’s a call to action, a divine mandate. James 1:19-27 doesn’t give us room to coast on good intentions. It draws a line in the sand: Are you a doer, or merely a hearer? God’s not impressed by our Sunday best if it’s not matched by weekday obedience. If you think just being in the pews is enough, you’re deceiving your own heart. The Word demands more—it demands your life to reflect the Christ you profess.
Living out the Word is the anvil where real faith is hammered out. The passage in James blasts away at our comfort zones, confronting our hypocrisy head-on. It’s about enduring in action, not just withstanding in word. Let the pure, undefiled religion take root in you—it cares for those in need, and it keeps itself spotless from the corruption of this world. If this convicts you, good. That’s love trying to steer you away from empty talk to meaningful walk. Answer the call to put away filthiness and embrace the engrafted Word. Because let me tell you, it's the doer who is blessed, and if you’re not doing, you’re just playing with eternity.
The teaching starts at 2:55
Focus: James 1:22
All Verses Covered: James 1:19-27
Also read: Proverbs 14:23, Proverbs 21:23, Isaiah 1:17, Ezekiel 33:31-32, Matthew 7:21-27, Matthew 12:37, Luke 6:46-49, Luke 11:28, John 13:17, Romans 2:13, 2 Corinthians 8:11, Ephesians 4:31-32, Ephesians 6:6, Philippians 2:13-14, Colossians 3:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22, Hebrews 4:12, 1 Peter 1:22-25, 1 Peter 3:10, 1 Peter 5:5, 1 John 2:3-6, 1 John 3:18, 1 John 5:3, Revelation 3:10
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"Get on Straight Street," that's what the Lord commanded Saul of Tarsus. You might know him as Paul, the Apostle, but he wasn't always that champion of the faith. Before the Damascus Road, he was the hunter, not the preacher; the prosecutor, not the protector; breathing out threats like a dragon, not words of grace. Acts 9:1-23 screams of transformation—a divine intervention that knocked Saul flat, struck blind but finally able to see. This ain't a bedtime story, it's a battle cry. Saul thought he knew the way, but the Lord showed him another—the way of holiness, the way of truth, the way that's sometimes so straight it's narrow.
You see, we’re all a little like Saul, aren't we? Charging down our paths of misunderstanding, chained by self-righteousness, thinking we serve God while standing against His will. This study lays bare the necessity of correction and the beauty of apostolic authority. It warns against spiritual blindness, not with the intent to shame, but to save. Persecution? That's par for the course when you're chasing after God. And fasting? Sometimes it's less about abstaining from food and more about breaking the chains that bind you. So, get on Straight Street. Ananias is waiting with a word from the Lord, and it's high time you listen. Obedience isn’t optional—it’s your lifeline.
The teaching starts at 27:38
Focus: Acts 9:4-6
All Verses Covered: Acts 9:1-23
Also read: Isaiah 35:8, 42:16, Matthew 5:11-12, 23:13-15, Luke 6:22-23, John 10:1-5, 15:18-21, 16:2-3, Acts 2:1-4, 8:1-3, 22:6-11, Romans 10:2-4, Galatians 1:13-16, Ephesians 3:8-10, 1 Timothy 1:12-16, 2 Timothy 3:10-12, 2 Peter 3:9, Revelation 13:6-7.
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Acts chapter six doesn’t mince words. It shows us plainly how the early church took care of the widows—an imperative that has become far too neglected in many churches today. You see murmuring within the body of Christ? That's a warning light, folks—a symptom of something off-kilter, just like it was back then amongst the Grecians and Hebrews. Murmuring is the devil's grease, slick and sly, sowing seeds of division where unity should reign. The apostles knew it well, which is why they called for seven honest men—full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom—to handle practical needs. Yes, wisdom. God-given, not world-bought. You listening to this? Because if the church ain't tending to its own, if we're neglecting the widows and turning a blind eye to the needy, it's time to repent and realign with the Word. God added daily to their numbers, but only when they addressed the murmuring and made sure no one was left out. Plain and simple, if you're missing this, you're missing a core foundation of what the church ought to be.
Now, I hope you hear my heart today. This ain’t about resurfacing old grudges or pointing fingers. This is a call to action, a plea to every believer to examen if their church clings tight to the truth of Acts 6. Are your widows and needy cared for, or are they just flung into the state’s arms when the situation gets out of hand? Because God’s plan for His people wasn’t just about preaching and praising; it's about caring, about love in action. There's a warning here for complacency and a beckon towards wisdom, faith, and honest action. It’s high time to stop playing church and start being the church—a church that doesn’t just fill pews but fills lives with God’s love. Let the Word increase, let disciples multiply, and never forget, the church’s responsibility doesn’t diminish when the congregation grows; if anything, it heightens.
The teaching starts at 35:07
Focus: Acts 6:1
All Verses Covered: Acts 6:1-7
Also read: Exodus 22:22-24, Deuteronomy 10:18, 14:29, 24:17-21, 26:12-13, 27:19, 1 Kings 17:8-16, Job 29:12-13, Psalms 68:5, 94:6, 146:9, Proverbs 15:25, Isaiah 1:17, 10:1-2, 58:6-7, Jeremiah 22:3, Ezekiel 22:6-7, Matthew 23:14, Mark 12:40, Luke 20:47, 1 Timothy 5:3-16, James 1:27
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Greater Christ Temple Church located at 312 Edwards Drive Eutaw, AL 35462. We have Sunday School every Sunday at 9:30 am. We have a shouting good time at our evening services Sunday–Friday at 6 pm. Our choir performs every Wednesday during church service. Come join us for a great time!
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When the Gospel crossed into Africa, it didn't swing the doors of God's house—it flung them wide open. Acts 8:25-40 tells us of Philip, led by the Spirit into a desert, to meet an Ethiopian eunuch searching for truth. This ain't just church history—it's a road map for every soul hungry and thirsty for righteousness. The eunuch, a man of high status and influence, isn't impressed by empty rituals; he yearns for genuine understanding, and finds it when Philip preaches Jesus from the Scriptures. Let me tell it straight: Worship alone won't save you. Sitting in pews and singing hymns, yet walking away unchanged, is like wandering through the desert without a clue where you're headed.
The Word—the unadulterated Gospel—won't shape itself to fit your preferences. It's on us to conform to its truth. Like the Ethiopian, you must understand what you read and hear to know its power. And knowing ain't enough; you gotta obey. When Philip explained the message of Christ, the eunuch didn't hesitate—he responded with prompting faith and immediate obedience. He was baptized right then and there in the desert waters, initiated into a new life in Christ. Some play worship on Sundays only, but commitment shows by living it every day. This ain't just about knowledge—it's about transformation. Rejoice, not in what you say you believe, but in how you live it out through the power of the Holy Ghost. Are you ready to let go of tradition and grab hold of truth? Start right here. Start today.
The teaching starts at 24:00
Focus: Acts 8:27
All Verses Covered: Acts 8:25-40
Also read: Genesis 10:6-7, 1 Kings 10:1, Psalms 68:31, Isaiah 43:3, 45:14, Jeremiah 13:23, Zephaniah 3:10, John 4:22, Acts 10:34-35, Acts 15:7-9, Romans 1:16, Galatians 3:27-29, Ephesians 3:6, Colossians 3:11, Revelation 5:9-10, 7:9
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We hope you enjoy this message from Minister Clifton Dawson who is now the pastor of Greater Christ Temple Church following in the footsteps of the late, great Bishop Luke Edwards, Sr.
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Greater Christ Temple Church located at 312 Edwards Drive Eutaw, AL 35462. We have Sunday School every Sunday at 9:30 am. We have a shouting good time at our evening services Sunday–Friday at 6 pm. Our choir performs every Wednesday during church service. Come join us for a great time!
Access all of our messages: https://www.jmspodcast.com/messages
Got a topic you want covered? Fill out our form here: https://www.jmspodcast.com/requests.
These messages are recorded throughout the week. We really hope you come see us! Even if you disagree with something said, we'd like for you to join us! Bring your questions so we can see what the scriptures say! Our main goal is that everyone gets an understanding.
If you have any questions about a specific scripture or topic, please contact us at https://www.jmsbpodcast.com/contact. We are open to any and all sincere questions.