Words from Our Pastor - Week of November 01, 2026

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Gratitude is realizing that even when life is not going the way you planned, God is still worthy of your praise. Giving thanks in everything does not mean you enjoy every hardship, disappointment, or struggle. It means your circumstances do not have the power to change your confidence in God. You praise Him through the pain, trust Him through the uncertainty, and remain faithful even if you do not understand what He is doing.

The real beauty of gratitude is recognizing that although life can change in an instant, God's goodness, love, and faithfulness never change. And here is another twist: gratitude is not just about what God does for you; it is about who God is to you. A grateful heart is not about a perfect life because gratefulness rests in a faithful God. Sometimes the greatest testimony is not that God changed your situation, but that your situation never changed your praise! 

Power House, Let's Elevate Our Gratitude!

Yours in Christ, 

Dr. Odell Riley, DMin

Senior Pastor