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Cost Analysis 101

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Cost Analysis 101 is a challenging and thought-provoking message that examines one often-overlooked facet of what it truly means to count the cost of following Jesus.

In this teaching, we walk through Jesus’ sobering words in Luke 14:25–35, where He calls His followers to deny themselves, take up their cross, and carefully consider the cost of discipleship. While many believers recognize that following Christ may cost relationships, careers, comfort, or status, this message focuses on a frequently ignored area: entertainment, humor, and cultural influences.

Using Scripture from Luke 9:23–26, 1 Corinthians 9:24–27, Hebrews 12:1–2, Ephesians 5:3–4, and more, this message asks honest questions:

What has following Jesus truly cost you?

Are your entertainment choices helping you grow in Christ—or pulling you toward spiritual compromise?

Have you counted the cost in every area of your life, or only the obvious ones?

Jesus warns that disciples who fail to count the cost risk becoming like salt that has lost its flavor—no longer useful or effective. This message encourages believers to move beyond casual Christianity and pursue mature, Christ-centered living with endurance, discernment, and obedience.

📍 Recorded live on December 4, 2024, in Deming, New Mexico

If you are seeking deeper discipleship, spiritual maturity, and a clearer understanding of what it truly means to follow Jesus wholeheartedly, this message is for you.

Let It Go!

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Offenses are unavoidable—but bitterness doesn’t have to be. In this timely and heart-searching message, Let It Go, we examine Jesus’ words in Luke 17:1 and learn how to respond when offenses come our way.

Bitterness often begins with an unresolved offense. If left unchecked, it can take root in our hearts, affect our relationships, damage our spiritual walk, and even impact our health. In this message, we explore how to recognize the signs of bitterness, why forgiveness is essential, and how to walk in freedom by letting go of offenses rather than holding onto them.

Scripture reminds us that how we respond when we are offended matters more than the offense itself. Through biblical teaching from passages such as Luke 6, Matthew 18, Colossians 3, Ephesians 4, and Hebrews 12, this message calls believers to choose forgiveness, extend grace, and pursue peace—just as Christ has done for us.

If you’ve been struggling with resentment, anger, hurt, or unforgiveness, this message will encourage you to release those burdens and experience the freedom that comes from obedience and grace.

Pre-recorded live on December 18, 2024
Deming, New Mexico

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Look To Jesus

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Message Title: Look To Jesus
Main Scripture: Hebrews 12:1–4
Pre-Recorded Live: December 29, 2024 — Deming, New Mexico
Relevant for: Entering 2025 and entering 2026

Description:
As we step from one year into the next, many believers make resolutions—hoping for change, growth, or a fresh start. But in “Look To Jesus,” based on Hebrews 12:1–4, we are reminded that real transformation doesn’t come from willpower or wishful thinking. It comes from fixing our eyes on Jesus—the Author and Finisher of our faith.

This message challenges us to shift our focus away from self-help, cultural “flavors” of Christianity, and the distractions that weigh us down. Instead, Scripture calls us to run our race with endurance by looking to Christ’s example: His humility, His obedience, His suffering, and His victory. What was true entering 2025 is still completely relevant as we move into 2026—perhaps even more so.

From this message, you will learn:
• Why most resolutions fail—and how looking to Jesus brings true life change
• How to lay aside every weight and sin that hinders spiritual growth
• What it means to follow Jesus with the mind of Christ (Philippians 2:5–11)
• How Jesus’ endurance in suffering strengthens us against discouragement
• Why unity among believers matters deeply to Christ (John 17:20–23)
• How modern Christianity has become “contaminated” by cultural influences
• The dangers of embracing comfortable, altered versions of Christianity
• Why believers are strangers, pilgrims, and ambassadors—not citizens of this world (1 Peter 2:11; 2 Corinthians 5:20)
• Why keeping our eyes on Jesus protects us from deception in the last days
• How to live ready, watchful, and prepared for Christ’s return

This message is a call to reject the false, divisive, and worldly flavors of Christianity that distract from Jesus Himself. As we enter a new year—and as the world grows darker and more divided—our hope is not in trends, leaders, politics, or personal goals.
Our hope is in Christ alone.

If you are seeking direction, strength, clarity, unity, or spiritual renewal, the answer is simple and powerful:
Look to Jesus.
Not to personalities.
Not to culture.
Not to the world.
Only Him.

Unwrapping The Gift

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Message Title: Unwrapping The Gift
Main Scripture: Luke 2:1–20
Pre-Recorded Live: December 22, 2024 — Deming, New Mexico

Description:
In this powerful Christmas message, “Unwrapping The Gift,” we explore the true meaning of Christmas as recorded in Luke 2:1–20—the birth of Jesus Christ, God’s ultimate gift to humanity. Yet countless people celebrate Christmas every year without ever “unwrapping” the gift God has given them.

Many love the idea of baby Jesus in a manger—safe, gentle, non-threatening. But Scripture shows that the real gift isn’t simply the birth of Christ… it is the life He lived, the sacrifice He made, and the salvation He offers. This message challenges us to look beyond the swaddling cloths and recognize Jesus not only as the Child in the manger, but as the Savior who lived, died, and rose again for our sins.

In this message we explore:
• Why many people enjoy the season but ignore the Savior
• How Christmas has become focused on gifts, festivities, and traditions instead of Christ
• Why keeping “baby Jesus in the manger” allows people to avoid accountability and repentance
• Why Herod feared the man Jesus—not the baby—and how that reflects the human heart today
• What it truly means to “unwrap” God’s gift: salvation through Jesus’ death and resurrection
• Why the arrival of Christ is only the beginning of the gift God offered to the world
• How the shepherds responded immediately—worshipping and spreading the good news
• Why remaining neutral about Jesus is impossible once the gift is opened
• The biblical truth that salvation cannot be earned—it must be received (Ephesians 2:8–9)
• The eternal difference between celebrating Christmas and embracing Christ

This message invites you to ask:
Have you unwrapped the gift God sent you?
Or have you admired the wrapping while ignoring what’s inside?

The gift of salvation has been offered to every person, but like any gift, it must be accepted. Jesus came not to stay in a manger, but to go to the cross, rise from the dead, and offer eternal life to all who believe.

Gifts For Jesus

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Message Title: Gifts For Jesus
Main Scripture: Matthew 2:1–12
Pre-Recorded Live: December 15, 2024 — Deming, New Mexico

Description:
In this powerful Christmas-season message, “Gifts For Jesus,” we look beyond the traditions, decorations, and gift-giving to rediscover the true meaning of Christmas: God giving His only Son to us. Drawing from Matthew 2:1–12, this teaching examines the gifts of the wise men—gold, frankincense, and myrrh—and the worship, gratitude, and devotion they expressed toward the newborn King.

While we celebrate with family, exchange presents, and enjoy the festivities, God calls each of us to consider a much deeper question:
What gifts are we bringing to Jesus?
Are our lives filled with gratitude? Worship? Sacrifice? Obedience? A willingness to share the good news like the shepherds did?

In this message we explore:
• Why a thankful heart makes it easier to give Jesus meaningful gifts
• Why worship is not just a song, but a lifestyle
• How telling others about Jesus is itself a gift we give back to Him
• Why genuine gifts cost something—not financially, but personally and spiritually
• What it means to offer our lives as a living sacrifice (Romans 12:1–2)
• Why following Jesus requires daily self-denial, surrender, and counting the cost (Luke 9:23–26; Luke 14:25–33)
• How becoming more like Christ—speech, actions, attitudes—is the truest expression of a Christian life
• Why Christmas should not be a once-a-year celebration, but a daily lifestyle of worship and devotion

This teaching invites every believer to step into the Christmas story personally—to worship Jesus wholeheartedly, to share the good news with others, and to offer Him gifts that truly reflect His worth in our lives.

If you haven’t been giving Jesus the gifts He deserves—your obedience, your worship, your surrender, your life—today is the day to begin. Let this message help you honor the King with gifts that are worthy of Him.

In The Midst Of The Storm

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Join us for this powerful Resounding Shophar livestream message titled “In The Midst Of The Storm”, based on Matthew 14:22–33, where Jesus walks on the water and invites Peter to step out in faith even as the winds roar and the waves rise.

Every one of us faces storms—financial pressures, global uncertainty, family struggles, fear of the future, anxiety, and spiritual battles. Many today feel tossed about by a world in chaos, but Scripture reveals a life-changing truth: fear begins when we take our eyes off Jesus… and peace returns when we fix our eyes back on Him.

In this timely and prophetic message, we explore:
• Why fear overtakes us in life’s storms
• How Jesus speaks peace even when the winds are loud
• What it means to trust God when the world feels unstable
• Why focusing on circumstances causes us to sink spiritually
• How to hear the voice of Jesus above the noise
• How faith leads to supernatural peace, courage, and endurance

This teaching challenges every believer to examine their response to life’s storms. Do our words, attitudes, and actions point people toward Jesus—or do they mirror the fear and anxiety of the world?

If you’re seeking strength, clarity, or peace in your own storm, this message will encourage you to look fully to Jesus, the One who walks on the waves and still calms the winds.

How Great Is Your God?

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Welcome to this Resounding Shophar livestream message titled “How Great Is Your God?”—a powerful and timely word rooted in Jeremiah 32:17, reminding believers that the God who created the heavens and the earth by His mighty power is the same God who still moves, protects, provides, and sustains today.

In a world facing uncertainty, global turmoil, and spiritual shaking, it is vital for followers of Jesus to know—deep in their hearts and not just in their minds—how great and trustworthy God truly is. This message explores biblical examples, real-life testimonies, and practical steps to strengthen your faith so you can stand firm in perilous times.

Whether you are facing fear, discouragement, spiritual battles, or major life decisions, this teaching will help you:
• Recognize God’s greatness in Scripture and in your own life
• Trust Him when circumstances seem overwhelming
• Walk in peace, faith, and confidence as the world grows darker
• Become a faithful, Christ-like witness to those around you
• Cultivate a lifestyle that honors God and reflects His greatness

Let this message encourage and challenge you to answer this life-changing question:
How great is YOUR God?

Heart Check 101

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In this challenging and timely Resounding Shophar message, “Heart Check 101,” we examine what it truly means to follow Jesus in the “perilous times” described in 2 Timothy 3:1–5. Scripture reveals that the last days will be marked by self-centeredness, deception, pride, and a form of godliness that denies the power of God. These warnings aren’t meant to frighten believers—but to urge us to examine the condition of our hearts before God.

This message walks through a biblical heart examination, using both Old and New Testament passages to show:
• The evidence that we are living in the last days
• How our words, reactions, and behaviors reveal the true condition of the heart
• Why storing up heavenly treasures changes how we respond to trials
• How to develop a Christ-centered response to suffering, persecution, and uncertainty
• The importance of knowing the Lord Himself—not just knowing about Him
• What Scripture says about trusting God in difficult seasons
• The difference between the works of the flesh and the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5)
• How false teachings, cultural Christianity, and unbiblical versions of the gospel lead people astray
• How to guard your heart with peace, purity, discernment, and biblical truth (Philippians 4:4–8)
• Why regular spiritual self-examination is commanded for every believer (2 Corinthians 13:5)
• How to be spiritually prepared for Christ’s soon return

The message emphasizes that what surfaces from our lives—our words, actions, attitudes, priorities, and responses to trials—reveals what’s really happening inside our hearts. If the past few years have exposed fear, anger, compromise, or division, God invites us to return to Him with sincerity and repentance.

“Heart Check 101” is a call for believers to:
✔ Ask God to search their hearts and expose what is not pleasing to Him
✔ Turn away from sin and worldly influences
✔ Reject false teachings and return to pure biblical truth
✔ Cultivate the fruit of the Spirit through daily obedience
✔ Live with expectation, holiness, and readiness for Jesus’ return

Now is the time to prepare our hearts, strengthen our faith, and align our lives fully with the Jesus of the Bible—not the cultural or comfortable versions of Him. The darker the world becomes, the more essential it is to walk closely with Christ.

When Sin Intimidates

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In this powerful and eye-opening Resounding Shophar message, “When Sin Intimidates,” we explore the reality that sin is not only tempting and pleasurable—but also enslaving, controlling, and ultimately intimidating. Using Hebrews 11:24–25, we look at the example of Moses, who refused the passing pleasures of sin and chose instead to follow God, even when it meant suffering.

Most Christians understand sin’s temptation. Many understand sin’s consequences. But few recognize the moment when sin becomes an intimidating “Goliath”—a giant that rises up, takes control, and threatens to destroy everything in its path.

Drawing from both Scripture and the account of David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17, this message reveals:
• Why sin seduces first—but intimidates later
• How hidden or “pet sins” can gain a foothold and eventually dominate your life
• The connection between temptation, desire, and spiritual death (James 1:14–15)
• How sin enslaves those who obey it (Romans 6:15–16)
• Why many believers mistake control over sin when, in truth, sin controls them
• How Goliath represents the moment your sin goes public, destructive, or overwhelming
• The danger of ignoring God’s private warnings until He exposes sin publicly
• How Jesus, our greater “David,” delivers us from the giants of sin and fear
• How to respond biblically when sin’s Goliath rises in your life
• The importance of repentance, submission, accountability, and spiritual surrender

This message is a call to stop treating sin lightly and to confront the “Goliaths” that rise out of unrepented compromise. Whether your struggle is addiction, immorality, dishonesty, rebellion, secrecy, or something hidden and silent, God offers victory, freedom, and deliverance through Jesus Christ.

As this message concludes, you are invited to examine your heart:
Has sin been seducing you? Enslaving you? Intimidating you?
Has God sent a “David” into your life to call you back—and will you receive them?

Today is the day to submit to God, resist the enemy, repent fully, walk in victory, and allow Jesus to reign on the throne of your heart.

Jesus Issues A Warning

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In this urgent and timely Resounding Shophar message, “Jesus Issues A Warning,” we examine Jesus’ first words in Matthew 24:4:
“Take heed that no one deceives you.”

Before Jesus speaks of wars, famines, earthquakes, or end-time signs, He first warns His disciples about deception. This warning wasn’t just for them—it is for us today, especially as spiritual deception grows stronger, louder, and more subtle in the last days.

This message explores why Jesus commanded us to stay alert, watchful, and spiritually grounded so we will not be led astray. Using multiple passages from the New Testament, we examine:
• What Jesus meant by “take heed”—and why it is our responsibility to stay alert
• How deception is designed to pull believers away from Christ, not just confuse them
• How the early Church dealt with false teachings and wandering from the truth
• Why even strong Christians can drift if they are not vigilant
• The biblical reality of believers being “led astray,” “falling from grace,” or having their “crown taken”
• How deception works through compromise, neglect, and false doctrines
• Real-life examples of modern deception:
– Immorality and sexual compromise
– Entertainment that shapes the flesh instead of the Spirit
– The normalization of lying and “white lies”
– Misunderstood “rights” and rebellion against authority
– Dishonest business practices
– Financial dishonesty and tax evasion
• Why holiness, obedience, repentance, and discernment are essential in the last days
• How to stay grounded in Scripture, alert in spirit, and faithful to Christ

As global events intensify—especially in Israel and the Middle East—Jesus’ warning becomes more relevant than ever. This is not the time to drift, compromise, or assume we are immune to deception. It is the time to examine our hearts, return to the altar, and remain steadfast in the truth of the Gospel.

May the Holy Spirit reveal any area where deception has taken root and lead us back to wholehearted devotion to Jesus.