Pastor Stephen Dedman

March 1, 2026

“To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.”
‭‭Revelation‬ ‭3‬:‭21‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
Where might God be calling you to overcome compromise so you can walk in deeper victory?

Context
These words were spoken by the risen Christ to the church at Laodicea, a church known more for being lukewarm in faith. It was a call to repentance. Even to a struggling church, Jesus extends a staggering promise of a seat with Him on His throne. The One who overcame the cross, the grave, and the enemy now invites His faithful followers to share in His victory.

Application
Overcoming does not mean you never struggle. It means you refuse to surrender your faith. Jesus said, “as I also overcame.” How did He overcome? Through obedience, endurance, and trusting the Father’s will.

Your present battle is not pointless. Your perseverance matters. Every quiet act of faithfulness, every resisted temptation, every step of obedience is shaping you for something eternal.

The world may not reward your faith but Heaven will.

You are not just surviving trials, you are being prepared to reign with Christ.

Truth For The Day
Because Jesus overcame, you can overcome — and your future is secure in Him.

Pray
Lord Jesus, thank You for overcoming the world and securing eternal victory. Strengthen me to remain faithful, especially when it is hard. Guard me from spiritual complacency and draw my heart fully to You. Help me live today with eternity in view. in Jesus’ name, Amen.

February 28, 2026

The king answered Daniel, and said, “Truly your God is the God of gods, the Lord of kings, and a revealer of secrets, since you could reveal this secret.”
‭‭Daniel‬ ‭2‬:‭47‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
If God answered your current prayer in a powerful way, would others clearly see Him or just you?

Context
In Daniel chapter 2, King Nebuchadnezzar had a troubling dream he refused to tell. He demanded that his wise men both tell the dream and interpret it, which was an impossible task. When they could not, their lives were threatened.

Daniel did not panic. He prayed. God revealed the dream and its meaning, and Daniel gave full credit to the Lord before ever speaking to the king.

When the interpretation proved true, the pagan king made a remarkable confession: “Truly your God is the God of gods.”

Application
God revealed secrets not just to save Daniel, but to display His glory before a watching and listening world. Daniel never promoted himself, he magnified God.

In a foreign land, under pressure, and facing death, Daniel chose faith over fear and humility over pride. And because he did, even a powerful king had to acknowledge the greatness of God.

Sometimes the pressure you feel is actually a platform. The problem you’re facing may be the very stage where God intends to reveal Himself through you.

God reveals what others cannot see. He gives wisdom when others are confused. He uses faithful people in unlikely places.

Truth For The Day
When you honor God publicly, He reveals His power visibly.

Pray
Lord, You are the God of gods and the Lord of kings. In every situation I face, help me to seek You first. Give me wisdom where I lack it and courage where I feel pressure. And when You move, let my life point clearly back to You. May others see Your greatness through my obedience. In Jesus’ name, amen.

February 27, 2026

For He knows our frame; He remembers that we are dust.
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭103‬:‭14‬ ‭NKJV

Question
Where have you been expecting yourself to be stronger than God expects you to be?

Context
In Psalm 103, David praises the Lord for His mercy, forgiveness, and compassion. Right in the middle of celebrating God’s benefits, he reminds us of this powerful truth: God knows our frame. There is something deeply comforting about being fully known and still fully loved. He knows how we are built. He understands our weaknesses. He remembers that we are dust.

Application
God does not expect you to be steel when you are dust. He does not treat you as indestructible when He knows you are fragile. When you feel tired, overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, or spiritually worn, you are not disappointing Him. He already knows.

The phrase “He remembers” means He acts with awareness. He deals with us tenderly because He understands our human nature. His compassion is intentional.

Your limits do not frustrate Him. Your fatigue does not surprise Him. Your humanity does not disqualify you. Today, rest in this truth: the God who formed you handles you gently.

Truth For The Day
God’s compassion is shaped by His perfect understanding of your weakness.

Pray
Lord, thank You for knowing my frame. Thank You that You remember I am dust and treat me with compassion. Help me rest in Your understanding instead of striving in my own strength. In Jesus’ name, amen.