Author: joshuahrwatts
A Mindset Shift
“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good
Progress Isn’t Always Visible
I don’t remember where I read that statement, but it’s true. Progress isn’t always visible. You, my friend, have made progress. You have come farther than you think, and you
The Holy Spirit, Our Helper
When I was in seventh grade, I was part of a group project that required a small bit of paper construction. One of the girls in my group was supposed to bring scissors from home that we could
Hope Again
Once I was flying to London and the weather was so foggy that my plane was unable to land. We circled in the air for about thirty minutes, and then the pilot’s voice sounded over
The Love & Healing of Jesus
I just can’t get enough of Jesus! I’ve found a beautiful paradox: that those who “drink of the water” Jesus provides will never be thirsty again, but at the same
What is Water Baptism?
Then Jesus came close to them and said, “All the authority of the universe has been given to me. Now go in my authority and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the
Leading Worship: Building a Song Repertoire
Happy Thursday! I love being a worship pastor. I love arranging music, teaching parts, and selecting songs. I love singing our church through the good and the difficult times, and I love that
Recalibrate
I have been working on this blog for literally weeks—I’m sure you can relate to the feeling of pushing something to the back burner that you actually want to get done very much. And
Declaring & Demonstrating the Gospel
The contemporary Church is renowned for providing assistance and substantial help in times of crises, including relief during natural disasters and education when necessary. So is the
Where is the Love?
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are My disciples, if you love one