Response to the Tony Spell Incident
by Matthew Cottrill on June 25th, 2026
A Pastoral Response Concerning the Recent Tony Spell IncidentDear Church Family,Recent events involving Pastor Tony Spell have prompted many sincere questions among believers. As Christians, our opinions must never be shaped primarily by personalities, emotions, social media, or political loyalties. Our standard is, and always will be, the Word of God.The purpose of this statement is not to determ...  Read More
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Less of Me
by Matthew Cottrill on June 4th, 2026
Less of MeTHE WAR AGAINST SELFOne of the greatest battles Christians face is not with the world around them but with the self within them.Everything in our fallen nature wants comfort, convenience, recognition, and control. Everything about a servant’s heart pushes in the opposite direction.That tension shows up every day.Do we insist on our way, or do we make room for someone else?Do we need cred...  Read More
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Less of Me
by Matthew Cottrill on June 3rd, 2026
GREATNESS REDEFINEDWe live in a world that constantly pushes us toward visibility, influence, and recognition. Success is often measured by how many people know our name, how many followers we have, or how much authority we possess.Jesus completely turned that thinking upside down.When He came into the world, He did not arrive as a conquering king surrounded by earthly power. He came as a servant....  Read More
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Take Heed Day 30
by Matthew Cottrill on May 22nd, 2026
Day 30 – ContinuePhilippians 1:6 (KJV)“Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:”Thirty days ago, this journey began with a decision to draw closer to God. Some days were encouraging. Some were convicting. Some may have exposed areas that needed change. Other days may have brought strength, clarity, peace, or rene...  Read More
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Take Heed Day 29
by Matthew Cottrill on May 20th, 2026
Day 29 – Sustained AlignmentHebrews 10:23 (KJV)“Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)”There is a difference between starting strong and staying steady.Many people can have a moment of inspiration. Many can respond emotionally in an altar service, make a commitment, or feel deeply stirred by God for a season. But sustained alignment is no...  Read More
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Take Heed Day 28
by Matthew Cottrill on May 19th, 2026
Day 28 – Faithfulness1 Corinthians 4:2 (KJV)“Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.”Faithfulness is one of the most powerful qualities a believer can possess because it reflects the nature of God Himself. God is not occasionally faithful. He is perfectly faithful. Every promise He has ever spoken has remained true. Every morning His mercies are still there. Every season...  Read More
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Take Heed Day 27
by Matthew Cottrill on May 18th, 2026
Day 27 – Strength in the SpiritEphesians 6:10 (KJV)“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.”There are moments in life when you realize your own strength is not enough.You can have determination and still feel drained.You can love God and still feel weary.You can want to do right and still feel spiritually exhausted.That is why Paul did not simply say, “Be strong...  Read More
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Take Heed Day 26
by Matthew Cottrill on May 17th, 2026
Day 26 – Alignment Becoming LifestyleColossians 2:6 (KJV)“As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him:”There is a difference between a momentary response to God and a sustained walk with God.Many people can point to moments where God touched them deeply. A powerful altar service. A season of conviction. A breakthrough prayer. A fresh surrender. Those moments matter. They...  Read More
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Take Heed Day 25
by Matthew Cottrill on May 16th, 2026
Day 25 – Guarding What God Is DoingProverbs 4:23 (KJV)“Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.”There are some things in life that do not stay healthy accidentally.Gardens do not remain beautiful without attention. Marriages do not remain strong without investment. Faith does not remain vibrant without protection.Anything valuable must be guarded.Solomon writes, “Ke...  Read More
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Take Heed Day 24
by Matthew Cottrill on May 15th, 2026
Day 24 – Strengthened by ConsistencyGalatians 6:9 (KJV)“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”There is a kind of strength that only comes through staying.Not excitement.Not momentum.Not emotion.Consistency.Anyone can move forward when they feel inspired. Anyone can pray when everything is falling into place. Anyone can worship when the answer come...  Read More
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Take Heed Day 23
by Matthew Cottrill on May 14th, 2026
Day 23 – ConsecrationRomans 12:1 (KJV)“I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.”Consecration is not a one time moment. It is a daily decision.Paul did not say to present part of yourself. He did not say to surrender only the convenient areas, the visible areas, or the areas...  Read More
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Take Heed Day 22
by Matthew Cottrill on May 14th, 2026
Day 22 – Removing MixtureRevelation 3:16 (KJV)“So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.”One of the greatest dangers in spiritual life is not always rebellion. Sometimes it is mixture.Mixture is the attempt to hold on to God while still holding on to things that pull us away from Him. It is divided affection. Divided loyalty. Divided pursuit.Jes...  Read More
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