Culinary Ministries

June 18, 2026
1 John 2:6
“The one who says he abides in Him ought himself to walk in the same manner as He walked.”
Walk Like Jesus!
Following Jesus is more than wearing the name Christian; it is living like Christ. John reminds us that if we claim to belong to Him, our lives should reflect His character. Jesus walked in humility, compassion, truth, obedience, and love. He served others, forgave freely, and trusted the Father completely.
believers are called to follow the example Jesus set before us. We will not do it perfectly, but every day we can choose to take one more step in His direction.
Today, ask yourself: Do my words, attitudes, and actions point others to Jesus? The world needs believers who not only speak about Christ but who walk as He walked.
Challenge: Before responding to others today, pause and ask, “How would Jesus handle this?” Then follow His example.
Prayer:
Lord, help me to walk as Jesus walked. Shape my heart, guide my steps, and let my life reflect Your love and truth. Amen.
Standing with you, Bob.

June 15, 2026
Matthew 6:27
“And which of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?”
Don’t Worry!
Jesus asked a simple but powerful question: What has worry ever accomplished? Worry will steal our peace, rob our sleep, and drain our strength, but it cannot add a single hour to our lives. In fact, it often keeps us from enjoying the life God has already given us.
The Lord never promised a life free from problems, but He did promise His presence in the middle of them. When fears and burdens begin to pile up, we are invited to bring them to Him in prayer instead of carrying them alone. Why would you worry about something that hasn’t happed? 9 times outta 10 the story you told yourself never happens.
Today, refuse to let anxiety become your master. Trust the One who holds tomorrow. Replace worry with worship, fear with faith, and anxiety with prayer. God has never failed His children, and He will not start with you.
Challenge: When worry arises today, stop and pray, “Lord, I trust You with what I cannot control.”
Standing with you, Bob.

June 8, 2026
Matthew 5:8
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.”
Pure in Heart!
Jesus teaches that God is not only concerned with how we act, but also with the condition of our hearts. A pure heart is one that is sincerely devoted to God. It doesn’t mean perfection; it means a genuine desire to love Him every hour.
The world focuses on what you appear, but God looks deeper. He sees our motives, thoughts, and desires. When we spend time in His Word, and seek His will, He gradually purifies our hearts and aligns them with His purpose.
The promise is incredible: “they shall see God.” As our hearts grow closer to Him, we begin to recognize His presence, His guidance, and His work in our lives more clearly. Wring out your hearts, and fill it with HIM!
Challenge: Ask God to reveal anything that is competing for first place in your heart. Surrender it to Him and seek Him above all else today.
Standing with you, Bob.