The UnLearn

Who doesn’t feel a sense of excitement at the sight of a beautifully wrapped box? The colors, the ribbon, the presentation—all of it draws us in. Yet so often, we become captivated by the packaging that we lose sight of the gift hidden inside. In much the same way, life can distract us with what appears impressive on the surface—status, image, success, reputation. But a person’s true worth is not measured by outward appearance or public perception. It is revealed in the quiet places—in integrity, in compassion, and in faithfulness, The value is never in the box. The value is in the heart!

When someone says, “I’ve got receipts,” they mean they have proof to back up what they’re saying and can verify their version of events. Oh, we talk a good game, we claim to love others, and we say that we know God, but where are the receipts? A tree is known by the fruit it bears. In other words, if there is no fruit being produced in your life as the result of your faith + good works, then what are we doing? It’s time to take inventory of your fruit. Jesus is coming soon! And He will be asking for receipts!

One of my favorite movies growing up was The Wizard of Oz. Yet it wasn’t until much later that I recognized its profound truth: the characters spent the entire journey on that yellow brick road searching for what they already possessed. In the same way, the “wizard” of this world convinces us that we are incomplete — that we're lacking or missing out on something. This lie fuels discontentment, dulls our gratitude, and drives us to exhaust ourselves chasing the thing we already have. If you're in Christ you already have everything you need. What more are you looking for?

Anything worth having in this life will cost you something - and the same is true of our relationship with God. Salvation is free, but discipleship will cost us our lives. For this reason, we should not think it strange when tests and trials come. Suffering is not optional for the Believer; it is part of God's redemptive plan. Many of us want to experience the POWER of His resurrection without the fellowship of His suffering, but it doesn't work that way! Jesus Himself taught that those who suffer with Him will also reign with Him. No cross. No crown. Therefore, we should endure hardship as a good soldier. Do not run from your trials or resist the testing of your faith. It's all a setup for your eternal reward!

The prosperity gospel has deceived many into believing that if we are not living a “dream life,” walking in perfect health, or experiencing visible wealth and influence, then we must lack faith or have somehow missed God - or worse, missed the blessing altogether. It’s all a lie! Ain’t nothin' wrong with you! In fact, it is often in seasons of waiting, suffering, and necessity that true riches are produced - the kind that draw us into deeper surrender and intimacy with the Father. You haven't missed God, and what He has for you won't miss you! If He doesn't answer your prayers today, there is always "Tomorrow" - the day when all things are made new!

Promotion of self has become one of the most pervasive forms of idolatry today. Technology has amplified this through our obsession with selfies, social media, and constant self-curation - shifting the focus from glorifying God to glorifying ourselves. In 2 Timothy 3, Paul warns that “in the last days people will become lovers of themselves.” He was not speaking of unbelievers, but those who belong to God. If we truly saw ourselves apart from grace, our hearts would echo the words of the Prophet Isaiah: "Woe is me!" Not, "Look at me!"

There’s a popular catch phrase that’s trending, “100%”. I’m sure you’ve heard it and probably even said it yourself. It’s a quick way to signal total agreement or with absolute certainty. In other words, it’s a sure thing! The mistake we’ve made is buying into the world’s “100%” - chasing the bag, trends, fads, and formulas that feel and look like success - even spiritual - but many of these pursuits are only mirages - promising fulfillment while quietly pulling our focus away from God. Is it really possible to never lose? And all you do is win-win-win, no matter what-what-what? In today's podcast, I want to share the secret to never losing - 100%!

In a world where we are expected to conform, we more often than not, fail to see that God is more interested in the uniqueness in which He made you. Learn to embrace the freedom that comes with being the origin of His creation.

We are called to live in the world, but not of the world – to be engaged without becoming entangled. As we move through daily life, it’s inevitable that we will pick up dirt from our interactions with a fallen culture. That is why it is a necessity to regularly wash our feet and cleanse our hearts and minds from worldly influences that cling to us. We wash our feet through prayer, worship and the washing of the water of the Word! This keeps our walk clean, our hearts aligned, and our lives marked by the presence of Christ rather than by the pressure of the culture around us. If things got a little dusty today, no worries. Just go wash your feet!

Today's culture is deeply obsessed with external packaging - often measuring worth by appearance and perception rather than truth and substance. But God operates by a different standard. He is not impressed by outside packaging, polish or perfection but the posture of your heart. Just because a package is damaged doesn't mean it doesn't have value. In God’s hands, what appears flawed on the outside often carries the greatest depth, power, and purpose on the inside. God absolutely loves damaged goods!

Does your need to know everything God is doing ever get in the way of simply obeying Him? We don’t have to understand every detail of God’s work in our lives. There are mysteries about Him that we will never understand in this life because His ways are not our ways and neither are His thoughts, our thoughts. When God asks you to do something you don’t fully understand just obey Him and trust Him more than your need to know.

God's concept of time is different then ours. As a matter of fact He is outside of time. We think of the Millenium as somewhere way in eternity while God sees it as tomorrow. I try to show the coalition between a thousand years and one day. In our time it's a thousand years, in God's time it's tomorrow. Jesus is coming back tomorrow…Be Ready!

Sometimes when we’re going through the valleys of life, we can feel alone and question, “God, where are you?” Especially when we look at those who appear to be prospering. But don’t be discouraged. It ain’t over. You may be going through a valley right now but you’re coming out on the other side! Don’t allow what you see to deflect from what you know to be true in your heart. God is with you and He will bring you out. Set your affections on things above and know that it ain’t over....and it ain't over until you win!

We seem to be bombarded with fake news today. So much so that it’s hard to tell what’s real anymore. But fake news is nothing new, it’s been around since the Garden of Eden days and many of us are allowing it to dictate how we live our lives. God’s children should never be consumed with fake news but rather we should obsess ourselves with good news, The Good News of His word. It’s the only thing that’s genuine and lasting.

The wrong desires that show up in your life aren’t unique—every one of us faces temptations that try to pull us away from what we know is right. Remember, the enemy is strategic; he knows exactly what you like and how you like it! And no matter how strong, seasoned, or spiritually mature you think you are, no temptation is irresistible. But God is faithful to provide a way of escape, but you still must do your part and at least try to do the right thing!

Growing up, my father would discipline us using a switch from a tree in our back yard. Before he commenced to whooping our heinies, he would always say, "I'm doing this because I love you." But it 'sho didn't feel like love to me. Much in the same way, when God disciplines His children, it doesn't always feel good but I am so glad He loves me and checks me when I'm wrong. Discipline for the Believer is not optional - it is a requirement. Don't resent the "Tree" - Christ Himself - who rescued you!

Life itself cannot exist without exchange. Everything in humanity is built on the principle of giving and receiving. This is why no man is an island unto himself. We are all connected through divine exchange. And the greatest exchange offered to mankind happened on the Cross when Jesus died and took upon Himself the sins of the world. Yes, salvation is a free gift, but there is an exchange that must take place - His life for your life - and make sure you read the fine print: Accepting this free gift will cost you everything!

Buckle up! We're in for a turbulent ride, but stay with me...I promise a smooth landing. The prosperity gospel has caused major damage in the Body of Christ by shifting our focus from surrender to selfish-gain. It promises blessings without obedience, prosperity without repentance and favor without faithfulness. We've even presented salvation as a fast food happy meal..."Get your salvation here with a wing and a prayer! Quick and easy. No real commitment required. No need for exchange. Just confess with your mouth and believe in your heart, and BOOM! you're saved. With all due respect, the seriousness of the moment of salvation has been greatly minimalized and the church desperately needs C.P.R. - an emergency soul-saving exchange!

The Christian life is not about extremes - it's about balance, obedience, and reverence for God. When I grew up, being a Christian was extreme; we feared the Lord and we at least tried to live holy. Now, everything goes! No reverence. No respect. No honor. No fear. No consequences...or so we think. Yes. God is loving, patient, merciful and kind, but He is also a God of judgment and you will reap what you sow. God is not glorified by our extreme, and often misguided loyalties, but He honors and rewards our obedience and reverence.

The spirit of arrogance rules our culture today and often hides behind strong opinions and emotional reasoning. We feel entitled not only to speak but to be right. Opinions have become the new authority of the world. It’s no longer about what is true, but about how we feel and what we think. We’ve blurred the lines between personal opinion and absolute truth and elevated our opinions and preferences above the authority of God's Word, which IMAO is the only opinion that truly matters!