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  📌 Question of the Week — Why Does God Allow Evil? From: Sherry, 17 — Sandpoint, Idaho “Hi, Pastor James… Why does God allow evil? If He could stop it, why doesn’t He?” Sherry, thank you for asking what so many feel—but few say out loud. God did not create us as robots. He created us with the ability to choose. And with that freedom comes both the possibility of love… and the reality of evil. Love that is forced is not love at all. Obedience without choice is not righteousness—it’s programming. From the very beginning, humanity was given a choice: God’s way or our own. Sadly, many choose paths that lead to brokenness, injustice, and pain. What we see in the world today is not a failure of God—but the result of humanity turning away from Him. But here is the hope we must hold onto: God sees. God knows. And God will act. There is coming a day when evil, suffering, and death will be completely removed. Justice will prevail. Healing will come. And what is broken will be made whole. ...
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  🌿 The Choices We Make — A Daily Turning Point 🌿 📖 “He did evil in the sight of the Lord…” — 1 Kings 22:52 In Scripture, Ahaziah chose to follow the broken path of his parents instead of turning toward God. He repeated what he saw—continuing cycles of disobedience that led others further from truth. And that’s the sobering reality: What we choose doesn’t just shape us—it shapes those around us. Ahaziah had a chance to choose differently… but he didn’t. And today, we are faced with that same decision. We may have inherited patterns… Habits… attitudes… ways of thinking that don’t align with God’s Word. But inheritance is not destiny. You are not bound to repeat what was handed down. You are called to rise above it. Today is your opportunity to break the cycle. To choose obedience over convenience. Truth over tradition. God’s way over the world’s way. Because grace doesn’t just forgive—it empowers. It gives you the strength to walk differently, live differently, and lead others di...
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  ⚠️ Faith Is Not a Past Event — It’s a Present Commitment Too many Christians today are living off yesterday’s decision while neglecting today’s devotion. They gave their hearts to the Lord… They belong to a church… They attend when it’s convenient… They give what they can spare… They pray when they feel like it… They open their Bible when they need something… And somehow, we convince ourselves that this is enough. But faith was never meant to be occasional—it was meant to be ongoing . Christianity is not a box we check. It is a life we live. It is daily surrender… daily obedience… daily pursuit of God. Jesus never said, “Follow Me when it fits your schedule.” He said, “Take up your cross daily and follow Me.” There is a difference between knowing about God and walking with Him. Between attending church and being the Church. Between a moment of salvation and a life of transformation. We are not called to be comfortable—we are called to be committed. Not casual—but cons...
  When the Well Runs Dry… Will We Answer the Cry? There is a truth we don’t always like to face: Few do what they can, when they can, where they can. But somewhere today… a child is hungry. A mother is praying. A family is waiting—for help that may never come. In the Philippines, entire communities are living through hardship most of us will never fully understand—typhoons, poverty, lack of medical care, and daily uncertainty. And yet… you and I have the ability to change that. Pilgrim Outreach Ministries International is on the ground—feeding the hungry, providing medical and dental care, supporting children, and sharing the life-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ. But we cannot do this alone. This is where you come in. If God has ever made a way for you… If He has ever answered your prayer… If you can say, “If it had not been for the Lord…” Then you already understand why this matters. 👉 Give today: https://gofund.me/91e836e1e Your gift—no matter the size—can: • Feed a hungry chil...
  When the Well Runs Dry… Will We Respond in Time? There is a quiet truth that lingers beneath the surface of our everyday lives—one that we often avoid because of how deeply it convicts the heart: Few do what they can, when they can, where they can. It is not always because people don’t care. More often, it is because we believe there will be another opportunity. Another moment. Another chance to give, to serve, to act. But life has a way of revealing what we took for granted. There is an old saying passed down through generations: “You will never miss the water until the well runs dry.” And how true that is. We do not fully appreciate provision until it is gone. We do not fully understand the value of hope until we encounter despair. We do not fully recognize the hand of God—until we are brought face-to-face with our own limitations. Yet somewhere in the world today, there are people living at that point of realization. In the Philippines, there are families who are not wonderin...
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  Subject: New Book Explores the Hidden Cost of Deception Author, pastor, and retired U.S. Navy veteran James Langston has released a newly revised book titled The Truth About a Lie (Second Edition), which examines how deception influences individuals, culture, and modern society. The book combines biblical insight, historical reflection, and cultural commentary to explore why truth still matters in an age of competing narratives. The official press release can be read here: https://jmp.sh/FcseJjn5 The book is available on Amazon in paperback, hardcover, and Kindle eBook https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GSB1FYX7 I would welcome the opportunity to provide an interview or additional information if this topic interests your readers. Thank you for your time. /r James Langston @ChristianPost @WashTimes @CBNNews @GregLaurie @Harvest_Org @EricMetaxas @Sean_McDowell @ColdCaseXtn @jwarnerwallace #TruthAboutALie #TruthMatters #ChristianBooks #FaithAndCulture #BiblicalTruth #ChristianAuthor #Chris...
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  Truth Still Matters — Join the Conversation Around The Truth About a Lie (Second Edition) In a time when truth is often questioned, redefined, or ignored, the need for clarity has never been greater. Author, pastor, missionary, and retired U.S. Navy veteran James Langston has released a powerful new work: The Truth About a Lie — The Hidden Cost of Deception (Second Edition) This completely rewritten edition explores how deception has influenced humanity from the first lie recorded in Scripture to the subtle narratives shaping our world today. Through biblical insight, cultural reflection, and practical wisdom, the book challenges readers to examine the stories they believe and rediscover the freedom found in truth. Because the real danger is not only the lies spoken by others… but the lies we quietly accept. 📖 Available now on Amazon in paperback, hardcover, and Kindle eBook 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GSB1FYX7 We invite the faith and culture community to join the conversat...