Deep Waters for God

10/18/2026

Jesus said in Matthew 6:23, “But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness.”

The word “evil” is translated from the Greek word “poneros.” It describes something vile, malignant, or spiritually harmful.

Jesus was warning us that when we continually allow vile things to enter through our eyes, those things do not merely affect what we see. They begin to fill our minds and influence our entire lives.

Darkness usually does not take control all at once. It enters through repeated exposure. A person looks at something once, then looks again. He thinks about it, revisits it in his imagination, and eventually what began as an image becomes a stronghold in his mind.

My friend, God did not create you to live under a shadow of fear, impurity, negativity, or tormenting thoughts.

If something you are watching is filling your mind with darkness, stop looking at it. Turn it off. Walk away. Take authority over what you permit to enter your eyes.
You are the guard of your eyes, and with the help of the Holy Spirit, you can keep your life filled with light.
— Rick Renner

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Bible Reading: Matthew 6:22-23, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, Ephesians 5:8-11

10/16/2026

“If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me. ”
Jeremiah 29:13 NLT

If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me.

10/15/2026

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10/07/2026

You don’t have to earn God’s love through your performance. Because of Jesus’ finished work on the cross, there is no longer any sin or guilt standing between you and God. He loves you because He is love, and through Jesus, peace has been made between you and God forever. You can rest securely in His unconditional love.

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10/07/2026

Jesus taught that our eyes are the lamp of the body.
That means whatever repeatedly comes through our eyes eventually reaches our minds.

I've seen how true this principle is: Fear-filled entertainment can leave people struggling with fear long after the television is turned off. Constant negativity can produce a critical spirit. Po*******hy damages the heart, because what enters through the eyes doesn't stay there — it settles into the imagination.
The opposite is also true.

The more time we spend looking at God's Word, the more His promises begin renewing our thinking. Faith grows because truth has been given access to our hearts.

My friend, don't simply ask, "Is this wrong?" Ask yourself, "What is this producing in me?"

Your thoughts tomorrow are often being shaped by what you're choosing to look at today.
— Rick Renner

Want To Go Deeper?
Bible Reading: Romans 12:2, Philippians 4:8, Joshua 1:8, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

10/07/2026

Face the future with confidence in God’s Word! Pastor Bob Yandian’s new book, The Day of the Lord, explores Joel’s message and helps believers approach the end times with faith.
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10/07/2026

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Some days, trusting God means taking one more step with tears in your eyes.

The prayer is still unanswered.
Someone you love is still struggling.
You cannot see what comes next.

You may wonder whether your fear means your faith is failing.
But you can turn to God with an honest heart and a trembling voice.

“Faith is when you praise God in the storm, you trust Him in the valley, and you follow Him in the dark.” —Corrie ten Boom

We can praise Him while grieving.
Trust His care while asking difficult questions.
Follow His Word without knowing how things will unfold.

Sometimes that means thanking Him for one small mercy.
Asking for help.
Choosing what is right when fear urges us another way.

Bring Him the heart you have today.

“Lord, I cannot see the way ahead. Help me trust You and take the next faithful step.”

You may not know where this road will lead.
The God you trusted in brighter days is still with you here.

10/02/2026