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Pastor Phil Taylor Preaching at the Batavia Baptist Temple

Pastor Phil Taylor Preaching at the Batavia Baptist Temple

Pastor Phil Taylor preaching at the Batavia Baptist Temple

Pastor Phil Taylor preaching at the Batavia Baptist Temple

Pastor Phil Taylor preaching at the Batavia Baptist Temple

Sometimes the pressure we feel doesn’t come from others—it comes from ourselves. We carry invisible checklists, unreachable standards, and impossible goals. We want to be everything to everyone and do it all perfectly. And when we fall short, we feel defeated, ashamed, and alone. 📖 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 📖 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9 In today’s prayer, we lay down the weight of our own expectations and receive God’s grace instead. He doesn’t expect perfection—He offers presence. He meets us where we are, not where we think we should be. And His love remains steady even when we don’t.

Is God slow? Maybe we think He is at times, but, is He really? I don’t think so! If anything, God is waiting for me to get to the point to where I can accept His good and perfect will. Hmmmm … #toughquestionsforgod #jesus18 #jesusquote #jesusqueamoreesse #christquotedaily

Seasons shift—sometimes gradually, sometimes overnight. Life brings change in relationships, routines, roles, and responsibilities. Whether you’re stepping into something new or grieving what’s passed, tonight’s prayer is a reminder: God never changes. 📖 “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” — Hebrews 13:8 📖 “To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.” — Ecclesiastes 3:1 Even when the world feels uncertain or unstable, God’s hand is steady. He holds your future, your fears, your hopes—and He walks with you through every shift. In this prayer, we rest in His faithful presence and ask for peace, courage, and clarity in the season we’re in.

Some days leave us feeling empty, weary, or broken. But Scripture reminds us that weakness is not failure—it’s an invitation to encounter God's strength more personally than ever before. 📖 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9 Tonight’s prayer invites us to lay down the pressure to be strong and instead lean fully into the strength of the One who never fails. God doesn’t despise our weakness—He meets us in it, covers us with grace, and equips us with power that isn’t our own. Whatever you’re facing tonight, remember: His power is enough. And so are you—because He is with you.

We live in a world that never stops moving—rushing from one task to the next, burdened by expectations, pressure, and noise. But Jesus offers something different: soul rest. The kind of deep, lasting rest that doesn’t depend on circumstances, but on His presence. 📖 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 📖 “In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength.” — Isaiah 30:15 In this prayer, we quiet the striving, surrender the stress, and receive the gentle invitation of Jesus. His rest isn’t earned—it’s given. It’s not a reward for finishing your to-do list; it’s a gift for those willing to lay their burdens down.

This school bus driver found an unexpected way to ease nervous students. He knew the students would be experiencing first-day jitters and did what he could to help. Watch the short and sweet video to hear what the school bus driver did to provide some comic relief.

Everyone loves some form of comedy and to laugh, and that is an undeniable fact. Have you ever met anyone who hates laughing and all things funny? I know I haven't, and I certainly hope you haven't either. That would be one miserable individual, and getting away from them as quickly as possible would be best.

Laughter and all things funny are powerful. They can and do bring us together. Is there anything better than sharing a laugh with someone? Also, at least temporarily, laughter can ease our pain and alleviate fears. In a clip posted on YouTube, a school bus driver used comedy and laughter to help lessen the first-day jitters and nerves he knew a lot of students would be experiencing.

Lucas Champion, a school bus driver, was listening to music when he heard a classic, beloved rock song, ZZ Top's "Sharp Dressed Man," when he got an idea. He started rifling through his closet and pulled out his tuxedo from 2016. He decided that would be his outfit for the next day, the first day of the new school year.

So, why did the bus driver unexpectedly wear formal attire as he picked up the kids for school the next morning? As the video explains, Lucas wanted all the kids on his bus to board with smiles on their faces. He understood how the first day of school, especially for children, can be a bit daunting and overwhelming, so he did what he could to help put them at ease.

The video also points out that Lucas may make wearing a tuxedo on the first day of school an annual tradition.

Ephesians 4:32 "And be kind to one another, full of pity, having forgiveness for one another, even as God in Christ had forgiveness for you."

A woman with dementia stunned everyone when she sat down at a piano and played beautifully. Despite her condition, the woman put on a jaw-dropping and magnificent musical performance. Watch the short but powerful clip to listen to and see how the woman battling dementia played the piano. You likely will not believe your eyes or ears!

Currently, it’s still impossible to stop, slow down or even pause the passage of time. Although many may try, no one has yet found a way to accomplish that goal. Despite our objections, time continues marching forward with every passing second, minute, hour and day. So, that means aging is just a natural process, and there is nothing you or I can do about that. We will all continue to get older, even if we do not acknowledge our birthdays.

Sadly, while aging is a process we all endure, it is often not fun or enjoyable. That’s especially true when it starts to rob us or our loved ones of abilities we once took for granted. When people reach an advanced age, they might lose their ability to walk, speak, or even have trouble recalling memories, which is always painful to see a loved one endure. That’s why a clip posted on YouTube of an older woman playing a piano will likely bring you to tears.

The woman in the video has dementia. Sadly, she says she no longer remembers being able to play the instrument. However, she sits down in front of the piano and is told to “just try.” What happens next is mind-blowing!

Right before she plays, she says, “I don’t know it.” However, when her hands touch the keys, it’s like it all comes back to her. Her hands remember exactly how to play the instrument.

Even after putting on that outstanding display, the woman still says, “I don’t really know it.”  As the video’s narrator points out, this clip indicates that music is powerful, and can and does have an enormous impact on our brains. 

Ephesians 5:19 “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;”

A mother's "Toy Story"-style farewell is the sweetest college sendoff. What this mom put together right before her son headed off to college will have you wiping away a tear or two or three. Watch the short but heartwarming clip to see the tear-jerking display one mother set up for her son.

Every parent will agree that being called a mother or a father is the best, most important title you'll ever receive. Parents love and adore their children. Moms and dads don't refer to their youngsters as their pride and joy for no reason. It's one of those old, worn-out, cliché sayings that is actually true.

It's because of that immense, overwhelming and unconditional love that makes a child leaving to go to college such an emotional and even painful event. That child is no longer under mom and dad's roof and is out from under their parents' watchful eyes and protection. Anything can happen to that child when they are out in the world, and mom and dad will not be right there to keep them safe and make everything better. In a clip posted on YouTube, one mother created a unique way for her son to say goodbye to his childhood as he entered a new phase of his life.

In the video, the young man walks down the hallway and is greeted by his childhood toys and stuffed animals. They are all lined up against the way, preparing to say goodbye as the young man heads off to college.

In addition to his childhood toys, several pictures of him as a youngster have been placed on the wall. The young man is literally walking through his childhood memories, getting a chance to reflect upon where he's been and look at his childhood one last time.

As one person in the video mentions, the mother could not have set that all up without bawling her eyes out. While it was a lovely, sweet thing for her to do, it must have been nearly impossible to complete without getting emotional.

Proverbs 22:6 "If a child is trained up in the right way, even when he is old, he will not be turned away from it."

This video features Darla Provancial Yellowcloud’s story - from the Sicangu band of the original Seven Council Fires in Rosebud, South Dakota - along with the Native American guitar, drum and keyboard recording 'When the Light Shines' written by Dan Adler and performed by Dan and Sandy Adler, (c) 2025 Heart of the City Music. This song and story are featured on the Heart of the City band CD 'A New Kind of Warrior', (c) 2025 Heart of the City Music. All are available for purchase or download at www.danandsandyadler.com

This video features Kwsind Clelland’s story - a Lakota Sioux and Apache from the Rosebud Sioux Tribe - along with the Native American guitar and flute recording 'I See You Now' written by Dan Adler and performed by Dan and Sandy Adler, (c) 2024 Heart of the City Music. This song and story are featured on the Heart of the City band CD 'A New Kind of Warrior', (c) 2025 Heart of the City Music. All are available for purchase or download at www.danandsandyadler.com

This was the response of the Lord Jesus to the Devil when Satan said, "If you are the son of God..." The first three words from the Lord Jesus were "It is written..." What should be our response when the enemy says something similar to us?

Not all ministry happens on a stage. Not all purpose is tied to a platform. Sometimes the most sacred work is done in the laundry room, on the drive to school, during quiet conversations, or while cleaning up messes no one else sees. “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” — Colossians 3:23 In today’s reflection and prayer, we invite you to see your everyday moments as worship. The chores, the caregiving, the errands—they aren’t wasted. When done with love, they become acts of sacred service to God. He sees it all, and He is present in it all.

The glory of God??? It’s all around us! Why then is it so hard to keep that in the forefront of our minds throughout the day? #toughquestionsforgod #questioneverything #questionoftheday #questionjesus #jesusquestions #faithquestions

A sweet bond exists between a group of high school runners and a woman nicknamed the "popsicle lady." It's an unexpected connection, but one that is sure to bring a tear or two to your eye. Watch the short but tear-jerking video to hear why the connection between the runners and the woman is so special.

Although most people do not consider exercising particularly enjoyable, getting a certain amount of activity daily remains necessary for everyone. Even avid runners don't actually love running; they enjoy the feeling that comes after the run: the endorphins and sense of accomplishment.

Nevertheless, people still run all the time. There are entire sports where all the participants do is run, such as track and field events and cross country. Sadly, unlike other sports, the athletes in those sports do not get nearly as much fanfare as basketball, baseball or football. However, in a clip posted on YouTube, one woman shows a group of young runners appreciation and attention for their efforts in a unique and sweet way.

While training, a group of high school cross-country runners in Minnesota has a favorite route. It's the one that takes them by Sandy Bass's house, or the popsicle lady, as the young runners call her. That's because she treats all of them to a delicious frozen treat every time they come by her house. As the video points out, this has been happening for over a decade.

The kids absolutely love stopping by Sandy's house for a momentary break from a long run. For Sandy, it's about much more than handing out popsicles to youngsters. Sadly, Sandy's husband, Tim, died in April.

"When the kids started coming and ringing the doorbell and gave me a reason to get dressed, maybe some days," she said. "You'll probably get me crying now. It's everything."

What a beautiful story about a woman showing kindness to others, but who says she is getting much more in return.

Ephesians 4:32 "And be kind to one another, full of pity, having forgiveness for one another, even as God in Christ had forgiveness for you."

Forrest Frank revealed how God led him into Christian music. The popular Christian music artist shared his powerful testimony, which shows God at work in his life, leading and directing him where to go. Watch the short but powerful clip to hear how Forrest was told he would make Christian music.

We all want a clear mission and plan for our lives, a stated purpose and a direction. That makes complete and total sense. Who would want to live an aimless and directionless life, where nothing of value or worth is accomplished? That sounds like a recipe for a horrible, miserable existence, one in which we would constantly be questioning ourselves.

Thankfully, the Lord does have a will and plan for every one of us. However, finding out what that plan and the direction for our lives is much easier said than done. Getting to that point could mean some stumbling, falling and failing, or it could not. In a clip posted on YouTube, Forrest discusses the unique and shocking way the Lord informed him that he was to go into the Christian music world and make music.

“A girl came up to me in church, and she’s like, ‘Hey, I had a dream of, I don’t know you,’” he said. “She’s from a different city. She’s like, ‘Hey, God gave me a dream about someone named Forrest Frank, and a lot of it was about this prophetic thing about, ‘Hey, I think you’re supposed to do Christian music. And you’re going to, like, change the game,” he recalled she told him. “This is before I ever did any Christian music.”

What a powerful moment! It demonstrates how God uses others to communicate his message and plans for our lives.

We may never experience something like Forrest did, but God has a plan and purpose for our lives.

Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, said the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.”