Pilgrim Outreach Ministries

  📝  When Facts Get Fired: A Christian Reflection on Economic Integrity and Political Pressure 🗓️ August 5, 2025 In a stunning development today, the head of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics was relieved of her duties after releasing a jobs report that painted a less-than-rosy picture of the American labor market. The message was clear: report the right numbers—or lose your job. As disturbing as this is, it isn’t new. Truth has always been under fire in a world that prioritizes image over integrity. From the courtrooms of ancient Jerusalem to modern-day newsrooms, truth has often been the first casualty in times of political pressure. But for the believer, this moment should serve as a call to spiritual attention . 🔹 First , we must remember that God values honesty in all dealings. Proverbs 11:1 says, “A false balance is abomination to the Lord: but a just weight is his delight.” Whether it’s weights in a marketplace or statistics on a spreadsheet, accuracy and fa...

  Title: A Year of Encouragement—One Day at a Time Every journey begins with a single step—and for many believers, that step begins each morning with quiet time in God’s presence. But how we start the day matters. Some mornings are hurried. Others feel heavy. And sometimes, despite our best intentions, we struggle to stay spiritually grounded. That’s exactly why Words of Encouragement (4th Edition) by James Langston has returned—stronger, deeper, and more impactful than ever. 📘 Order your copy here A Devotional for Every Season—and Every Soul In this newly revised edition, Langston invites readers on a 365-day journey of spiritual clarity, emotional renewal, and daily peace . With just a few minutes a day, this devotional helps you reconnect with the promises of God and recenter your focus—no matter what your current circumstances may be. Each day offers: A short, accessible devotional thought A foundational Scripture verse A spiritual truth you can carry with you...

  Title: Will God Forgive Me? — The Book Stirring Hearts and Starting Conversations It’s a question so many have whispered in private but were too ashamed or afraid to ask aloud: “Will God forgive me?” Not, “Can He?” Not, “Does He forgive in general?” But — “Will He forgive me?” — after what I’ve done… after where I’ve been… after the people I’ve hurt… the promises I’ve broken… the sins I’ve repeated. That’s the burning question at the heart of James Langston’s newest book , Will God Forgive Me? — now available on Amazon in paperback , hardcover , and Kindle eBook . 📖 Order your copy here A Message the World is Ready to Hear Released just four days ago , this powerful new title is already making waves—not just in Christian circles, but among everyday people from all walks of life. From pastors to prodigals, skeptics to seekers, and even among celebrities and influencers—the conversations are happening. Why? Because this book does what so many avoid: It goes there....

  Title: When the Rains Come… So Does the Glory The rainy season officially arrived here in the Philippines on June 1 , and since that day, we’ve certainly seen the heavens open. The rain has been steady, at times unrelenting—flooding streets, saturating ground, and slowing down some of the normal rhythms of life. For a few days recently, the sun returned, breaking through the clouds and reminding us of God’s faithfulness. But as of this Wednesday, the forecast shows we’re heading back into another stretch of aggressive rainfall. And yet, life and ministry go on. The Gospel doesn’t wait for clear skies. Hope doesn’t pause for better weather. This past Saturday, August 2 , I had the privilege of teaching a Bible study from Psalm 100:4 : “Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.” There we were, gathered in simplicity, with no spotlight, no stage, and no show—just a few chairs, open Bibles, and willing ...

  Title: Tithing: Before the Law, Beyond the Debate Let’s face it— tithing is one of the most controversial subjects in Christian circles today. Bring it up in conversation, and you’ll often hear things like: “Tithing was under the Law.” “We’re under grace now, not obligation.” “The New Testament doesn’t command it.” “I give, just not ten percent.” And then there are those who just get uncomfortable when the subject of giving is even mentioned. But before we toss out tithing as outdated, let’s pause. Take a deep breath. And open the Word , not just a can of worms. Because here's the question that matters most: 👉 What does God say about it? 📜 Tithing Was Not Born in the Law Contrary to popular belief, tithing didn’t begin with Moses—it began with Abraham . Genesis 14:18–20 – “And he [Abraham] gave him tithes of all.” This moment—Abraham giving a tenth to Melchizedek, the priest of the Most High God—happened hundreds of years before the Law was ever int...

  Title: One Word. Three Numbers. A Colon. We don’t like to talk about death. It makes us uncomfortable. It reminds us of our limits. It forces us to confront something we can’t outrun, outsmart, or outlive. But here’s the truth: You won’t live forever. Neither will I. It doesn’t matter who you are, what you own, what you believe, or how loudly you deny it— death is coming. And not just for someone else. It’s coming for you. That might sound harsh, but it’s real. And reality has no need to ask our permission. Some believe in God. Some say they don’t. Some believe in Heaven. Others scoff at the idea of Hell. Some believe that this life is all there is, and that when we die, we simply cease to exist. But let me ask you: What if you’re wrong? What if there is something after this life? What if eternity is not a myth, but your next destination? There’s one question that all of humanity, at some point, wrestles with: 👉 “What happens after I die?” It’s the questi...

  Title: One More Soul, Lord… Just One More “He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.” — Matthew 11:15 (KJV) For the past several months—and most intensely over the last few weeks—there has been a stirring in my spirit that I simply cannot ignore. A holy restlessness. A spiritual urgency. An unmistakable awareness that time is short . Not in a vague, someday sense—but in a now kind of way. On more than one occasion, this urgency has awakened me in the stillness of night. I've found myself praying and crying out to God through tears: "Lord… please, just one more soul. Help me reach one more soul with the gospel of Jesus Christ." And maybe you're feeling it too. A tug. A pull. An ache in your spirit that says, “We’re running out of time.” This isn’t about fear—it’s about faithful obedience . It’s about eternal priorities . It’s about fulfilling our divine assignment to preach, to teach, and to reach the lost before it's too late. We no longer have the lu...