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Share God's Grace
That means our gifts aren’t just random quirks—they’re tools meant for helping others and showing God’s love in real ways.
Van Smith
Sep 5, 20251 min read


God Remembers
Have you ever felt stuck—waiting, praying, wondering if your story is ever going to move forward? Joseph knew that feeling. Genesis 40 finds him in prison, even though he’d done nothing wrong. He helps people—interprets the cupbearer's and baker’s dreams—and asks to be remembered, but he’s forgotten. Still stuck. Still waiting.
Van Smith
Aug 28, 20251 min read


Trusting God When Life Gets Hard
When life feels unfair and tough, God is still with us just as He was with Joseph in Genesis 39 which is a powerful reminder.
Van Smith
Aug 20, 20251 min read


Don't Worry ... Pray
Prayer and supplication aren’t fancy words—they’re just honest conversations with God. Tell Him what’s weighing on you.
Van Smith
Aug 7, 20251 min read


Be Strong & Courageous
Life throws battles our way—fear, stress, health, finances. But the same God who stood with Hezekiah stands with us.
Van Smith
Aug 2, 20251 min read


God's Kindness
Don’t you see how wonderfully kind, tolerant, and patient God is with you? God isn’t out to crush you—He’s out to lead you back with kindness.
Van Smith
Jul 14, 20251 min read


Make the Most of Every Opportunity
Life moves fast. One minute it's Monday, the next it's Christmas again. 😅But this verse reminds me—slow down and pay attention.
Van Smith
Jul 2, 20251 min read


He Never Changes
God doesn’t change.
He’s steady. Faithful. The source of every good and perfect thing in our lives.
Van Smith
Jun 21, 20251 min read


Be Strong and Courageous
Joshua 1:9 is more than just a pep talk—it’s a promise.
Van Smith
Jun 20, 20251 min read


Happy Father's Day
Hope you all have a blessed and special Father's Day!
Van Smith
Jun 15, 20251 min read


Give Thanks in Everything
Because gratitude isn’t about pretending everything’s perfect—it’s about trusting that God is still good, even when life isn’t.
Van Smith
Jun 12, 20251 min read


It's Not Over Yet
Failure isn’t final when God’s in the picture.
Van Smith
Jun 1, 20251 min read


You’re Not Who You Used to Be
When you say yes to Jesus, you’re not just turning over a new leaf—you’re living a brand new life.
Van Smith
May 31, 20251 min read


The LORD Hears Our Prayers
Whether your words are full of faith or barely held together by hope, God leans in. He hears the prayers you can’t say out loud. He pays attention—not just to your words, but to your heart.
Van Smith
May 29, 20251 min read


Remember and Honor
May we pause this weekend to remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reminds us of Jesus’ words in John 15:13: "Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends."
Van Smith
May 24, 20251 min read


A Good Heart
This verse is a great heart check. It reminds us that hearing God’s Word is just the beginning. The real growth happens when we hold onto it, let it sink deep, and patiently live it out—even when the results aren’t instant.
Van Smith
May 20, 20251 min read


Show Me Your Ways
Show Me Your Ways
Van Smith
May 16, 20250 min read


Just Believe
Faith is essential if we want to see God at work in our lives. It doesn’t have to be huge (Luke 17:6), but it does need to be pointed in the right direction (Hebrews 11:6) and keep going even when things are tough (1 Thessalonians 5:17).
Van Smith
May 14, 20252 min read


Happy Mother's Day
Join us at New Hope Tunnel Hill for Worship on Sunday at 11am. Hoping you have a Happy Mother's Day!
Van Smith
May 9, 20251 min read
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