Daily Bread by LoveSpeaks

Love isn’t keeping a list of offenses. It’s giving grace. If we’re gonna be known by love, we’ve got to let go of our judgments. God’s mercy is bigger than our opinions.

Yesterday didn’t go as planned—unexpected delays, late to my appointment, all of it. But I was reminded: we always have a choice in how we respond. God calls us to be childlike in faith, not childish in reactions. Choose grace over pride. Choose His way.

We’re called to be childlike, not childish. Stop pointing fingers—tend your own garden. Deal with the little foxes: judgment, bitterness, offense. God doesn’t change—His mercy still reigns. Don’t miss Jesus trying to be right. Let Him be God. Love well. Grow up.

Sometimes life doesn’t go as planned—and that’s okay. We fight to stay in control, but real peace comes from resting in God, not forcing our way. Discernment isn’t just spotting the enemy—it’s recognizing when it’s actually God redirecting us. Walk with Him.

How someone treats you isn’t your responsibility. How you respond is. Don’t let offense steal your Christ-nature. Every trial is a chance to look more like Jesus.

Cloudy mornings in the desert are beautiful—but today it’s already 80° at 6:18am. More than the weather, I’m reflecting on how easy it is to build identity around what we do. But God calls us to root who we are in Him—not in titles, roles, or platforms.

Renew your mind. Don’t brace for lack. Expect His goodness. Set your mind on things above—His mercy, His grace, His presence. He will show up.

The other day, I realized I was stressing myself out doing things God never asked me to do. He said “record the podcast,” and I added 10 extra tasks. Sometimes it’s not what we do, but how we do it. Rest matters. Focus matters. Let God be God.

Sometimes the Problem Isn’t Life—It’s Us

“Find love in the little things.” Healing doesn’t always come in thunder or miracles. Sometimes it’s in kindness with no agenda. No hooks. Just love. That’s where change begins.

People change—and that’s a good thing. Growth often comes through discomfort, pain, or even mustard-dipped chips. Don’t cling to stale, old bread when God’s offering something fresh. Let Him shape you, stretch you, and mature you into His image.

Run to the One who never changes.

Sometimes, even our best-laid plans go sideways — like smashing a glass container in the dark with masking tape and a hammer. In this episode, we explore the balance between risk, wisdom, and faith. What if the fear of failure is keeping you from obedience? What if people are doing their best, even when it looks messy? Let God be God — and trust Him with the process, the mistakes, and the outcomes.

From Salem witch trials to modern cancel culture in the Church—are we still on witch hunts? In this episode, we explore judgment, grace, leadership, and why the body of Christ must become a safer place for restoration and healing.

You’re not just holding on to hope—hope is holding on to you.

So breathe. Rest. Let God’s promise carry you.

Even now, when you feel weak, hope has a grip on you.

Don’t let go—because He hasn’t.

Being in ministry is like managing a thermostat—someone’s always too hot, someone’s always cold. You can’t please everyone. But grace means seeing the bigger picture: no one’s perfect, not even leaders. So give others—and yourself—room to grow. Jesus did.

I was dying—spiritually, emotionally, physically—but ministry made it look like I was thriving. Don’t confuse working for God with walking with Him. If you need rest, take it. Before you’re forced to. Psalm 23: “He makes me lie down.”

Church, maybe it’s time we repent—not just to God, but to the people we’ve failed.

ot Every Goose Is Mean, and Not Every Person Is Who You’ve Heard They Are