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24
Jul '25

AI in the Sky

Posted on Jul 24, 2025 in Devotions |

24
Jul '25
Introduction: Is AI watching you? How does our cell phone know where we are at, and sometimes where we are going even before we get in the car? Is that scary or what? Who all is keeping up with every financial transaction you make? Are there direct ties to Amazon purchases? Have we been ID’ed as a number? Is our privacy eroding at the price of technological advances? Are medical breakthroughs worth the price of personal freedoms?
 
These and many more questions are going to be considered as we journey into the future. That is, if Jesus Christ tarries. So what are the biblical implications to all of this new wave of living?
 
1. Futuristically, this will lead to tracking every person! (Revelation 13:16–18) – “And he causeth all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and bond, to receive a mark in their right hand, or in their foreheads.”

A system of tracking every person is being put into place today. Why? Because the Antichrist, with the help of the one world government, will be able to identify every person—facial recognition? In doing so, he will control the world politically, militarily, economically, socially, and spiritually.
 
2. Prophetically, this will lead to the Antichrist’s dominance! (Revelation 13:3–4) – “…and all the world wondered after the beast. And they worshipped the dragon which gave power unto the beast: and they worshipped the beast, saying, Who is like unto the beast? who is able to make war with him?”
 
The devil’s desire is to control the world. He will accomplish this through the embodiment of the Antichrist. Thus, he will have dominion for a while. However, eventually, at the end of the seven-year tribulation, he will meet his demise at the return of Jesus Christ.
 
3. Financially, this will lead to the one world government! (Revelation 13:6) – “And that no man might buy or sell, save he that had the mark, or the name of the beast, or the number of his name. Here is wisdom. Let him that hath understanding count the number of the beast: for it is the number of a man; and his number is Six hundred threescore and six.”

Whoever controls the money controls the world. With a system capable of tracking every single person in place—which is now being built with the mega data centers all across America and the world—the Antichrist will be able to control who gets what economically; i.e., bread, food, groceries, cell phones, medical centers, etc. Think about that!
 
4. Realistically, an image of the beast will speak. (Revelation 13:14–15) – “And deceiveth them that dwell on the earth by the means of those miracles which he had power to do in the sight of the beast; saying to them that dwell on the earth, that they should make an image to the beast, which had the wound by a sword, and did live. And he had power to give life unto the image of the beast, that the image of the beast should both speak, and cause that as many as would not worship the image of the beast should be killed.”

Interesting to note, the word “image” is translated “breath”! As of today—unlike ten, twenty years ago—through AI, chatbots, etc., robots have human-like features with abilities to talk and carry out multiple human tasks. They are being used at restaurants, nursing homes, hospitals, and factories. My wife and I went to a restaurant and met Rosy Bot—a robot who served our table. She had a good attitude!! Considered taking her home!!?
 
Have you heard of AI Jesus? Millions are communicating with an artificial Jesus daily. By the way, did not Jesus foretell His disciples (Matthew 24:24) there would be “false Christs”?
 
5. Spiritually, the battle lines are being drawn! (Revelation 13:6) – “And it was given unto him to make war with the saints, and to overcome them: and power was given him over all kindreds, and tongues, and nations.”

It will be a TAKEOVER! This “man of sin” will have his heyday as God’s permissive will unfolds. Remember, this is all in His plan. However, Paul, inspired by the Holy Spirit, reveals the Antichrist’s destination. 

“And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming: Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders.” (2 Thessalonians 2:8–9)
 
While today the stage is being set, which will lead to these events described in this devotion, do not forget that the next event on God’s calendar is the RAPTURE of the Church. Are you ready?
 

Conclusion: Is AI in the sky? Whether that is true or not, we can be absolutely certain that Jesus Christ will come in the sky! So in spite of the advancements of AI, keep SHARING both the love of God and the judgment of God. Besides that, keep “LOOKING UP” because our “REDEMPTION” draws near!

 

Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese

23
Jul '25

Reasons to Be on the Winning Team

Posted on Jul 23, 2025 in Devotions |

23
Jul '25
Introduction: Have you read the last page? Satan loses! Jesus Christ wins!! Whereas, it may look like the devil is in control, but actually, he is not in control. Instead, our Lord Jesus is in control. Since that is true, will you let Him take control of your life? Well, do not misunderstand. When we talk about letting Him have His way, we are describing our deliberate intention of coming “under” His Lordship {as master–boss} and cooperating with the Holy Spirit. Why wouldn’t anybody in their right mind want to choose Jesus instead of Satan? It does not make sense. The only explanation is deception.
 
Here are some definite reasons for choosing “Team Jesus”:
 
1. Jesus Wins Over Demons! (Colossians 2:15; Mark 5) – “And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.”

I love this passage! Do you remember the account in Mark’s gospel concerning the Gadarene demonic? Those legion {thousands} of demons had to obey the command of Jesus Christ; subsequently, they were thrown out of the MAD MAN that met the GOD MAN, and he became a GLAD MAN!

Bottom line: Jesus is Stronger than the strong man (Luke 11:21–26). Stay on His TEAM!

2. Jesus Wins Over Death! (Mark 5; John 11; Luke 7)

Did you know that Jesus never preached a funeral service? On the contrary, He broke up every one, while raising them from the dead. From Lazarus who had been dead for four days, to raising the widow of Nain’s son, to raising Jairus’s daughter — all of these examples demonstrate that Jesus had power over death. Do you know what that means? We do not have to fear death (Psalm 23:4; 1 Corinthians 15:55–56).

3. Jesus Wins Over Disease! (John 5; 11, etc.)

There are several instances recorded in the Word of God that reveal Jesus Christ cured lepers, opened blind eyes, deaf ears, healed paralyzed men, raised crippled bodies, etc. Has He healed your body? Why not PRAISE Him right now?
 
4. Jesus Wins Over the Prince of Darkness! (Revelation 20:10) – “And the devil that deceived them was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone, where the beast and the false prophet are, and shall be tormented day and night for ever and ever.”

Ultimately, the devil’s final destination is the lake of fire along with the Antichrist and the false prophet.
This should tell us unmistakably: JESUS Wins!
 
5. Jesus Wins Over Doomsday! (Daniel 7:14–16; Revelation 11; 19–22) – “The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ; and he shall reign for ever and ever.”
 
Obviously, everything is racing at lightning speed toward this climax. Jesus will rule and reign forever.
 
Conclusion: Whose team are you on? Team Jesus or Team Satan? Remember: JESUS WINS!

Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese

22
Jul '25

A Great Psalm

Posted on Jul 22, 2025 in Devotions |

22
Jul '25
Introduction: Have you read Psalm 27 lately? It has some tremendous truths that should encourage every believer.
 
Check it out:
 

1. Illumination! (Psalm 27:1–2) – “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”

Light dispels the darkness. In the great classic Pilgrim’s Progress, written by John Bunyan, Pilgrim quotes this verse when he is attacked by Beelzebub—the prince of devils. Immediately, the devil has to flee! Remember, the Word of God is our offensive weapon against the enemy. Are you using this mighty artillery against principalities and powers?
 

2. Meditation! (Psalm 27:4) – “One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in his temple.”

If you were to ask King David what was the main passion of his heart, would he say to be a great preacher, king, or leader? On the contrary, instead, he would quote this verse… to be a worshipper of the God of the Bible. What is your passion? What would you say?
 

3. Anticipation! (Psalm 27:14) – “Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.”

The word “wait” is קָוָה (qavah), which means to gather, to look, to be patient, or even to tarry. Obviously, David fought many battles—physically, spiritually, and relationally. But he learned how to “wait” patiently. When we can wait patiently, then we can look with anticipation. Not only that, but we can also look confidently. Do you have confidence in the Lord’s will? Are you waiting patiently upon Him?
 
Conclusion: Now you see why this devotion is entitled “A Great Psalm.” Because it is indeed a Great Psalm!

Will you take it to heart?
 
Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese

21
Jul '25

Taking Personal Inventory

Posted on Jul 21, 2025 in Devotions |

21
Jul '25
Introduction: Everyone has a past, present, and future. What is yours? All believers can look back at the GRACE of God, consider right now the PRESENCE of the Lord, and finally be visionary with unshakable FAITH in the coming days by the Holy Spirit of God.
 
Luke records Paul TAKING INVENTORY while sharing his testimony. Check it out.
 

1. Taking Inventory of the Past! (Acts 26:4–5) – “My manner of life from my youth, which was at the first among mine own nation at Jerusalem, know all the Jews; which knew me from the beginning, if they would testify, that after the most straitest sect of our religion I lived a Pharisee.”

Imagine being stuck in a legalistic lifestyle. Paul was religious but lost. However, did you notice that he uses his past mistakes for future witnessing? Will you do the same?
 

2. Taking Inventory of His Conversion! (Acts 26:13–16) – “At midday, O king, I saw in the way a light from heaven, above the brightness of the sun, shining round about me and them which journeyed with me. And when we were all fallen to the earth, I heard a voice speaking unto me, and saying in the Hebrew tongue, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? It is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. And I said, Who art thou, Lord? And he said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest. But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee.”

Quite an extraordinary conversion, wouldn’t you say? But after all, our Lord takes ordinary people and does extraordinary things through them for His glory! Can you see that?
 

3. Taking Inventory Up Until That Day! (Acts 26:19–22) – “Whereupon, O king Agrippa, I was not disobedient unto the heavenly vision: But shewed first unto them of Damascus, and at Jerusalem, and throughout all the coasts of Judaea, and then to the Gentiles, that they should repent and turn to God, and do works meet for repentance. For these causes the Jews caught me in the temple, and went about to kill me. Having therefore obtained help of God, I continue unto this day, witnessing both to small and great, saying none other things than those which the prophets and Moses did say should come.”

Following through on the Lord’s purpose in your life is absolutely mandatory — that is, if you want to remain usable. Isn’t it a joy to be a part of His plan?
 

Conclusion: Obviously, Jesus Christ turned Paul’s personal testimony (inventory) into a divine opportunity to share his faith in Jesus with the Jewish king Agrippa. Can our Lord turn your troubles into triumph? Your tests into testimonies? Your past failures into future blessings?

If you answered yes, then take a moment to do a Personal Inventory.
 
Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese

18
Jul '25

How to Keep from Being Anxious

Posted on Jul 18, 2025 in Devotions |

18
Jul '25
Introduction: Do you ever worry? Probably yes. Why do you worry? Can you keep from worrying? Jesus Christ has a “CURE for CARE” that can save you thousands and thousands of dollars!
 
Will you give Him a try? Follow these two steps:
 
1. The Nagging Problem of CARE – WORRY! (Phil. 4:6) – “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”
 

Interesting that the word “careful” is the word μεριμνάω, which means to be anxious, or it can even mean to be “distracted.” Wow! Most of us can relate, especially to being distracted. Are you distracted? Honestly, in this day and time, there are multiple distractions all around us. Staying focused on God’s will and being Spirit-filled is becoming more and more challenging. Do you agree? Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the things going on around you? People? Problems? Responsibilities? Families? etc.

So truthfully, the first step to being kept from ANXIETY is admitting that we are anxious at times. Do you agree? If so, then we can move on to God’s PROVISION for worry.
 
2. The Amazing PROVISION of CARE – PRAYER! (Phil. 4:6–7) – “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
 
The word “supplication” is δέησις (deh’-ay-sis), which can be translated petitions. Better yet, it means telling God our needs. Do you make supplications—tell God your needs? Somebody might ask why we should do that since He knows our every need. The answer is at least twofold. First and foremost, He wants a RELATIONSHIP with His children just like you do. This involves both talking and listening.

Next, Jesus emphasized, along with other biblical writers, the importance of being persistent in prayer without using vain repetitions (Luke 11; 18; Matt. 7:7–8, etc.). Think about it. We have an infernal enemy that also can withstand our prayers (Dan. 10; Eph. 6:10–18). Are you persistent in prayer?

Remember: Prayer is not the vehicle where we get a reluctant God to get in on our agenda; rather, it is the method whereby we get in on His agenda as we pray in faith. Why worry when you can pray?
 
Conclusion: Lastly, “give thanks” in your prayers. Now, go and let somebody else know that the “CURE for CARE” is “PRAYER.”
 
Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese

17
Jul '25

How to Stay Cool in a Hot-Headed World

Posted on Jul 17, 2025 in Devotions |

17
Jul '25
Introduction: It has been said, “People who fly into a rage make a bad landing.” “You can’t save face if you lose your head!” Is it a sin to be angry? Is your anger under your control or God’s control? Do you need “ANGER MANAGEMENT”?

This will be a brief study on the subject of “anger”. The Old Testament word for “anger” can be translated “wrath”!
Here are some examples:

(Psa. 2:12) – “Kiss the Son, lest he be angry, and ye perish from the way, when his wrath is kindled but a little.”
 
In this passage, it is used to mean “to blow through the nostrils.” This is in reference to God’s anger.
 
(Jonah 4) – “But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he was very angry.”
 
Jonah was angry. Here it is used to mean “to be warm, to fume with resentment.”

Please read this book. Jonah went from being the Prejudice Prophet (chapter 1), to the Praying Prophet (2), to the Preaching Prophet (3), to the POUTING Prophet (4).

(Job 5:2) – “For wrath killeth the foolish man, and envy slayeth the silly one.”
 
Eliphaz is speaking to Job. The word “wrath” means “to burn to a red-hot coal,” and here it is used in reference to the heat of the mind. Also, the word anger is used in Judges 18:25, and it means to be bitter. Have you ever been bitten with bitterness?

Lastly, Cain was “wroth”:

(Gen. 4:5–6) – “And Cain was very wroth, and his countenance fell. And the LORD said unto Cain, Why art thou wroth?”
 
The word “wroth” means fierce anger. Cain had a choice. But he rebelled and grew very angry.

With the exception where it is used in reference to God, these word studies on “anger” in the Old Testament show that these individuals made bad choices to harbor resentment, which eventually got them in trouble.

Conclusion: Are you losing (really finding) your temper with these hot days? What is the cause? How about the cure? If so, what should you do?
 
Remember: our Lord Jesus gives a way to escape (1 Cor. 10:13). Also, our great and loving God invites us to confess it, and be restored back in fellowship with Him and those around us.

Will you take a moment to do that right now?

Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese

16
Jul '25

Living Now and Dying Later in Jesus

Posted on Jul 16, 2025 in Devotions |

16
Jul '25
Introduction: Is Jesus Christ the best thing that has ever happened to you? Honestly, when life comes down to its end, the only thing that really matters is JESUS! These verses speak volumes straight to our heart. Will you take a minute and evaluate where you are with your relationship with Jesus? After all, He’s the best thing that can ever happen to you.
 
Check this out to see if you are searching for SECURITY or IDENTITY in anything else:
 
1. Jesus Christ is our IDENTITY for LIVING! (Rom 14:8) – “For none of us liveth to himself, and no man dieth to himself. For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord’s.”
 
Paul is writing this letter, under inspiration, to this particular Church while discussing both doctrinal and practical issues. In the first eleven chapters, Bible doctrine stands out: i.e. condemnation, justification, sanctification, and election. But in the last five chapters, practical truth is discussed. Living abundantly in the Christian life is the goal of every believer. That includes with other CHRISTians. More importantly, as this chapter references, as believers, that we do not become stumbling blocks. Apparently there were some stronger CHRISTians doing things—nothing that was grossly sinning—but nonetheless, it was causing other believers to trip or stumble. Therefore, they were instructed not to do it. By the way, can you say with a clear conscience that you are not a stumbling block? Your testimony? What others (your children) see and hear?
 
2. Jesus Christ is our SECURITY for DYING! (Rom 14:8) – “For none of us liveth to himself, and no man dieth to himself. For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord’s.”
 
Eventually every person is going to die, unless Jesus Christ comes again. By the way, the Judgment Seat of Christ is mentioned in this context of Scripture. “But why dost thou judge thy brother? or why dost thou set at nought thy brother? for we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ.” (Rom 14:10)
Remember, how we live today will determine how we stand before Jesus perhaps tomorrow. Are you ready?
 
Conclusion: There we have it. Both in this life and in the life to come, it’s all about JESUS. Is He your SECURITY for the Judgment Seat? Is He your IDENTITY for this life? This is what really matters!
 
Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese

15
Jul '25

Faith in the Making

Posted on Jul 15, 2025 in Devotions |

15
Jul '25
Introduction: Our faith in Jesus Christ and His Word is being tested every day, sometimes multiple times! But neither He nor His Word can be moved!! Neither of them ever change. Isn’t that comforting? When things around us are uncertain, He can be TRUSTED! By depending and relying upon His promises, that is what will certainly carry us through any storm. Are you going through a storm at the moment? If so, just remember, Jesus is right there “with us” every step of the way. In fact, He has promised never to leave us!
 
But how can we be sure? Consider His Word, which is truth (John 17:17), and His presence:
 
1. Our Confidence is in the Will of God! (Heb. 10:35–36) – “Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.”

The word for “confidence” is παρρησία, which means an all-out spokenness or assurance. Thank God, we can have “ASSURANCE”! This is based on what God will do. Payday Someday will be based on our faith in God.
 
2. Our Faith is not in what we see alone but what His Will is! (Heb. 11:1) – “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.”

The word “evidence” is ἔλεγχος, which means proof or conviction. In other words, faith is not believing God can but that He will—in His Will—and for His glory! Faith is like having a sixth sense.
 
3. Our Rest is in His Sovereign Will! (Heb. 4:9) – “There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God.”
 
Thayer’s Greek Lexicon puts it this way: “The blessed rest from toils and troubles looked for in the age to come by the true worshippers of God and true Christians.” Are you resting from the troubles of life? Hallelujah, there is a rest!
 
4. Our Trust is in His Willingness to endure the cross and beyond it! (Heb. 12:1–2) – “Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.”

Needless to say, JESUS WON the battle over sin and death! Besides that, He loosed us from the handwriting that was against us, having nailed it to His cross. That means that our faith in His finished work should turn into our faith in His return. Do you have faith that He will come again?
 
Conclusion: Real faith is taking God at His Word. After all, it is unshakable, unmovable, and unchangeable. Therefore, “STAND on IT”! Why? Because it “STANDS”!!

Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese

14
Jul '25

God’s Big Beautiful Plan

Posted on Jul 14, 2025 in Devotions |

14
Jul '25
Introduction: Did you know that God has a “Big Beautiful Plan”? Well, what is it? It is called His Will. While there are clearly numerous Scriptures that pertain to the Will of God, this devotion will consider just one that can be practiced every day.
 

First, consider the background of the text. Paul is incarcerated awaiting martyrdom. However, he is not SAD or MAD but GLAD! Why? Because he knows where he is going. But meanwhile, he is being used of God the Holy Spirit to encourage believers while warning unbelievers.

The Church of Philippi is on his radar. Because he has had an encounter with Jesus Christ, he loves the Church. In turn, the Church loves him. So, among other insights into the Will of God in this letter, he mentions these keys to staying fulfilled and happy in the Lord.
 
1. God’s Big Beautiful Plan for a happy life! (Phil. 4:4) – “Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice.”
 
If most of us were writing this, we would probably say, “Rejoice in the Lord, sometimes…” Right? Or better yet, we would say, “Rejoice in the Lord when you feel like it”! Or what about, “Rejoice in the Lord when things are going good”!
 
But the thought to “Rejoice in the Lord always” is somewhat foreign. Hopefully, you did not miss the key words “in the Lord”. You may ask, what is so significant about that? The answer is because if we do not put the Lord in the equation, then it doesn’t make sense to “Rejoice” when trouble comes. However, once we discover that the God of the Bible is SOVEREIGN, then it becomes a “game changer”! Therefore, we can “Rejoice”!!
 
Are you REJOICING? By the way, the word “rejoice” is χαίρω, which means to be “cheerful or calmly happy or even well-off.” Can you be cheerful no matter what? But how? That leads us to the second truth of God’s Big Beautiful Plan.
 

2. God’s Big Beautiful Plan for a prepared life! (Phil. 4:5) – “Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.”

Did you catch the word “moderation”? What does it mean? It is the word ἐπιεικής, which means gentle or patient. Are you known as a person who has a gentle spirit? Patient? Please tie the two verses together. There is room for “Rejoicing” constantly and patiently because Jesus is coming soon.
 
Did you notice the phrase “The Lord is near”? Most scholars agree that this is in reference to the RAPTURE.
 
Conclusion: Have you gotten in on God’s Big Beautiful Plan? Remember, it is twofold. First, the key to a HAPPY life! Secondly, the key to a PREPARED life!!

 

So REJOICE and be PATIENT because Jesus will return for us.
 
Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese

11
Jul '25

Summertime Goals

Posted on Jul 11, 2025 in Devotions |

11
Jul '25

Introduction: Dog days this summer can be hot, but a time to produce good fruit. What is our Lord up to in your life? Where does He want to take you? How is He preparing you? Who is it that He wants you to reach?

Please make these your summertime goals:
 

1. Spend some time watching out for CARNALITY! (James 4:4,5) – “Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. Do ye think that the scripture saith in vain, The spirit that dwelleth in us lusteth to envy?”

Spiritual growth takes initiative; it doesn’t happen automatically. What are you trusting our Lord to do in regards to answering prayers, giving biblical insight, evangelistic opportunities?
 

2. Spend some time staying under AUTHORITY! (James 4:6,7) – “But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”

This will be a daily decision. It is a matter of dethroning SELF and enthroning JESUS!
 

3. Spend some time appreciating HUMILITY! (James 4:8-10) – “Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to heaviness. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.”

As you can read, God resists the proud but gives GRACE to the HUMBLE.
 

Conclusion: What choices will you make this summer?

Grow.

Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese
 

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