Richard Ellis Talks

Christmas Present

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Before creation, God knew that there would need to be a plan for salvation and He incorporated that plan in every aspect of His handiwork. Since Jesus...

Christmas Eve

24 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When God made man and woman and placed them in the garden, He gave them one command that they did not obey which resulted in the need for a sacrifice ...

No Vacancy

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus came to earth in a humble manner so that no one can say He was more privileged than them. Many of us put up a “No Vacancy” sign on their he...

Xmas

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are so many different elements of the Gospel story that would have to be ignored because of how much proves that Christ truly was the anointed S...

Ebenezer Scrooge

21 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Just as the Israelites wasted 20 years because they would not repent and follow the Lord and therefore heaped more consequence on themselves, we somet...

Baby Proof

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible is full of prophecies that Jesus fulfilled, statistically proving that He really is the Messiah. Instead of arguing the facts and choosing t...

Hail Mary

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When God calls us to something, we need to not get hung up on the impossibility of it but rather trust Him to provide whatever is needed. At Christmas...

Christmas Sale

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It is easy, almost natural, to be owned by our stuff. Yet Jesus says that we are to care for the poor, which sometimes means we must sell something we...

EPT

16 Dec 2025

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God called Mary to bear His Son to be born into the world to save the world, and there is no way she could have followed through with this unless she ...

Immanuel Labor

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus came to earth with a purpose and a job to do that He accomplished. Now, since He lives in us if we believe, we have a job while on this earth to...

Mary Had A Little Lamb

14 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Just as the Israelites in Exodus needed the blood of a spotless lamb to save themselves from physical death, we need the blood of God’s Lamb, Jesus,...

Immaculate Misconception

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Just as God worked out the impossible to have the virgin Mary conceive and birth His own Son, God can do anything in and through us to accomplish His ...

The Messiah In A Minor

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible described the necessities for the Messiah to be a perfect Lamb sacrifice in order to completely fulfill the stipulations of our sin debt. Je...

Hey Zeus

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many times there are people who get saved by accepting salvation offered by Jesus through the cross, but they continue living their lives in their own...

Out of Africa

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When God tells us something, whether directly or verified by others, we need to obey immediately no matter what it is He’s telling us to do. The onl...

In A Family Way

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Family issues seem to often come up around the time of the holidays. Instead of growing more bitter towards one another, God calls us to love each oth...

Oh Baby I Adore You

07 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Just as the shepherds and wisemen chose to worship Jesus when He was born on earth, we are given the opportunity to lay our lives down in worship to H...

Twinkle Twinkle

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

God is so powerful that all He had to do was speak and the whole universe was created as vast and as detailed as it is. Within that creation, He ordai...

Star To Finish

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Every detail about Jesus’ birth, life, death and resurrection was fulfilling of every prophecy ever made about this Messiah. At some point, we have ...

Nativity Seen

03 Dec 2025

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We didn’t get to be there when Jesus walked the earth, but we have God’s truth in Scripture to believe that He came. Another evidence of Jesus is ...

Virgin Record

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The same Jesus who was miraculously born of a virgin comes to live in us when we surrender our lives to Him, and He works in us in seemingly impossibl...

Gift Wrapped

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The gift of salvation through Jesus Christ is offered to everyone, but we must choose to receive it. If we accept this gift, we get to spend the rest ...

Fast Track

30 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible teaches us the importance of fasting and praying and the difference that can make in our lives. When we are faced with a situation, whether ...

14 kt. Gold

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In order for gold to be refined to purity, it must go through many instances of being in a burning fire until all the dross and other impurities have ...

Thank Goodness

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We may often find ourselves comparing our sin with others in order to try and look better than we really are. The truth is that we all fall short of G...

Cornucopia

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If we are not faithful to give when we have very little, we will not be faithful when we have a lot. God wants to help us live a life that is pleasing...

Forgiving Me

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guilt and shame of all our sin is nailed to the cross with Christ when we repent. He washes us clean through the blood of Jesus, and we must not g...

Forgiving God

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Oftentimes, we can find ourselves angry at God when bad things happen, but we must realize that He has not sinned against us but instead is present wi...

Jesus’ Fiancée

23 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we become Christians, we are part of the Body of Christ and together we all make up His bride. Jesus gives us a new life and we must submit our l...

Coming Apart

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are times when it is necessary for marriages to have separation during difficulties, but in those times we need to make sure that we are listeni...

New Jersey

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Church is full of people with different thoughts and beliefs on a variety of things from politics to economics, from legalistic rules to Biblical ...

The Bone Yard

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

No matter how hopeless we think someone is, when God prompts us to speak to them about the Gospel we need to obey and watch His power work to make a s...

Back Pain

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

God has offered us forgiveness that covers over all of our sin, but often times we are reminded of our mistakes and we continue to live in bondage. In...

Trying His Patience

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

God allows different trials and suffering in our lives so that He can work on our character, build our hope in Him, and exercise our endurance. Waitin...

Lit

16 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we are lit about Jesus and what He’s done in our lives, others see the change in us and want the same for themselves. Once we get lit by first ...

LifeBoat

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we become Christians, Jesus lives inside of us and all of His power is, therefore, in us. God may call us out to do simple acts of obedience, but...

Do Not Disturb

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are times when we do not want Jesus to come in and work on certain parts of us, but what we need to realize is that Jesus has purpose in His wor...

Deep Doo Doo

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible is full of relatable stories of broken relationships and messed up people. When we stop focusing on how other people have hurt us and start ...

Step In

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus taught that we are to look around for those who need to be spoken for in the midst of their struggles, then step in and advocate for them. He mo...

Peter, Paul & Mary

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

God can use anyone and everyone, no matter how intelligent or ignorant we are and no matter what sins lie in the past. When we feel Him calling us to ...

Peace and Love

09 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The best witness for the world to see is the family of God living at peace with one another. When a situation arises and we get hurt or hurt someone e...

The Olive Garden

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Just as Jesus followed His Father’s direction to the Olive Garden and then the cross, leading to His death and resurrection, we must be willing to g...

Wait Here

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There may be times when God tells us to do something, but He may also tell us that we need to wait on Him to do it. When God’s power is present in o...

Devil’s Advocate

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes it’s the most religious people who question the truth, rather than the unreligious atheists, because they are too caught up in their tradi...

The Nine

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Giving thanks is something that does not happen as often as it should. As we look at our lives, we need to make a point to thank the people around us ...

Good For You

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The world is full of things that we think may be good for us, but instead they come with consequence in the long run. God gives us instructions in His...

Cruci-Fix

02 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

While becoming a Christian gets us a ticket into Heaven, it’s about so much more than that. Jesus offers us freedom from sin in our lives that conti...

Raisin’ Hell

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible clearly states that we are slaves, but the master is up to us. We can choose to be slaves to sin, allowing the devil to run our lives, or we...

Totally Wicked

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are people in this world that have no idea that there is a spiritual battle going on for their soul and they live wickedly, allowing the devil t...

Weatherproof

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Just because we are Christians doesn’t mean we are saved from facing any kind of storm in our lives. However, when we stand firm in Christ we become...

The Daily Grind

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We all face situations in our daily lives that can grind on us and often seem unbearable for much longer. While it is important that we pray with pers...

Uncle Jesus

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We all have capacity to screw our lives up by living in sin and doing whatever we want to do. We will keep cycling back to the same consequences until...

Tweety Bird

26 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we become Christians, God has designed a warning system by placing His Holy Spirit inside of us to tell us when we are about to make a mistake. W...

Knocked Up

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are plenty of stories in the Bible of God using sinners to accomplish amazing things for His glory. No matter what has happened in our lives, by...

Cleanup

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

God is in the cleaning business, graciously cleaning up our messy lives to make us suitable to His work. When we repent of our sins and allow Him to w...

Close But No Cigar

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We too often waste time when issues arise in relationships by avoiding what we know we need to do. When it comes to our relationship with God, we must...

Rags To Riches

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

No matter how good we act, our goodness will still be seen as filthy rags to God because we are poisoned by sin from the start. When we trade in our f...

Did We Win?

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Because of Jesus’ ultimate victory over sin and death on the cross, we are God’s children and therefore we are already winners. Though we still fa...

Second Wind

19 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are many Christians who may be doing all the right things for awhile but then slip back into old sin habits. We need to be watchful for these br...

Eyes On the Prize

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Although our obedience to God is not what saves us, it is what determines the awards that God has promised in Heaven. The Apostle Paul encouraged all ...

Gender Reveal

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a world where it is accepted to choose any lifestyle, especially those that go against Scripture, we must hold onto the truth and be bold enough to...

Bird Poop

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus tells us that we can be assured of God’s provision in our life by looking at the birds of the air and seeing that they are cared for because G...

The Flower Arrangement

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This world is full of sorrow and pain, and we don’t always understand why God allows the things He does. Rather than giving up on Him, we have the o...

That Ain’t Right

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible is filled with stories of people experiencing injustice, and yet how God can use their experiences for His good and glory. When we see thing...

This Is A Sock

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The way that God designed His family is to work together in unity as a team. When we work together, we accomplish the seemingly impossible tasks that ...

Here’s the Deal

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Gospel is simple, but the world tries to complicate too many things, obscuring where we came from and the purpose of our lives. If we believe in G...

Just Quit

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We all have sins that we struggle with and find nearly impossible to quit. We have the strength through Christ to break any addiction, and He promises...

Skeptic Tank

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It is okay to have questions and doubts, but we need to make sure that we are seeking God’s truth for answers and believe them when He gives them to...

3D

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anyone can read words on a page, but the words in Scripture do not make a difference until the Holy Spirit reveals the truth in a life-changing way. R...

Cud

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There is a difference between memorizing different facts about God and Scripture and actually meditating on the truth we find in Scripture so that it ...

King Sing

05 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our loving Heavenly Father rejoices over His kids as we listen to Him and obey what He teaches us. No matter how long we’ve been living however we w...

Kids-R-Us

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kids are often overlooked when it comes to investing our time and efforts, however Jesus taught that they are the greatest investment. Children will g...

Sweet

02 Oct 2025

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Too often we find ourselves in a spiritual rut where we stay immature and childish rather than taking on the responsibility of growing up. We need to ...

Backsliders & Strays

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It is possible to be a Christian and backslide into sins from your past that you intentionally choose over following Jesus. There are also Christians ...

Fishsticks

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We can be quick to judge other people who claim to be Christians and do not act accordingly. Rather than being judgmental of them, or even of ourselve...

Out of Order

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Throughout Scripture God has designated a certain order to things. Before we can receive much from Him, we must give up all that we cling to. It is in...

I’m Toast

28 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We live in sin when we live our lives apart from God. That sin separates us from Him forever, unless we accept the forgiveness that is offered to us b...

Cheerios

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There will always be times for goodbyes, and we need to make sure that when we leave somewhere that we leave on good terms because it may be the last ...

Ingrate Company

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We must be careful who we spend our time around, knowing that negative whining and complaining will quickly rub off on us. God is serious about showin...

Dirty Diapers

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It is alright to become a Christian and remain needy and make messes for a time, just as a new baby starts off needy and messy. But at some point the ...

Mixed Bathing

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes it seems easier to hold onto our illnesses, whether it be physical sickness or emotional baggage, rather than give it up and be made well. J...

God Almighty

22 Sep 2025

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God, who made all things and holds all things together, made a way for us to be in right standing and relationship with Him by sending His Son to die ...

Upside Inside Outside

21 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The first and most important relationship that we need to seek reconciliation for is our relationship with God. He made it possible through His Son, a...

Just Passing Through

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we are born again spiritually, our citizenship in Heaven is secured and this earth is merely a place we are visiting until we are called home. We...

The Big Cheese

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus modeled for us what it looks like to be a servant leader by washing the feet of His disciples, not just teaching about it. Rather than seeking a...

Funny Money

17 Sep 2025

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When we truly live our lives surrendered to God, the Holy Spirit will impress on our hearts at times to give to others. Rather than holding onto every...

Shake Well Before Using

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are circumstances in our lives that we wonder why God is putting us through such difficulties, but we must understand that He may be using those...

Stretch Marks

15 Sep 2025

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When we choose to follow Christ we must count the cost and willingly stretch, giving up everything for His sake, and following wherever He leads us. W...

Please God

14 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

God’s grace covers all of our sin, but we must not take advantage of that so that we can sin all we want. We are called to live lives of obedience t...

Inside Out

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We all begin our lives under the law of sin, meaning that there is no escape from nature taking its course and that we will sin. Jesus made the way of...

Fake Fruit

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible teaches us to remain connected to Jesus, as He lives in us through the Holy Spirit, in order so that our lives will bear His fruit. As He co...

Bummer

10 Sep 2025

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A bummer lamb is a lamb that was rejected by its mother and is taken care of from birth by the Shepherd with tender loving care. Just as that lamb bui...

Child Proof

09 Sep 2025

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As Christians, we are children of God and therefore we need to set an example for everyone around us of what it looks like to obey our Heavenly Father...

Wild Thing

08 Sep 2025

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Just like the Israelites in the Bible had seen God provide for them in miraculous ways over and over and still they turned from Him, we can easily get...

Pay Dirt

07 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are circumstances in our lives that can affect how we receive God’s Word, but despite our circumstances we can always choose to receive it the...

Rationalies

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It is easy to slip into believing what the world tells us about our sin, that it’s not bad and it doesn’t hurt us. The Scripture gives us God’s ...

Lord Have Mercy

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We all deserve to be squashed like bugs because of the sins that we have committed, yet God has chosen to show us mercy and grace because of His love ...

Throne Room

03 Sep 2025

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Too often we pick and choose what we want to relinquish control over in our lives but we don’t give God everything. He doesn’t want to share His r...

Ain’t Comin’ Back

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible teaches us that we only live once on this earth and that Jesus came to pay the price for us to live again with Him in Heaven. He promised th...

Washed Up

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we hold onto sin in our lives, we dirty our hearts more and more. God cannot live amongst sin and therefore brings us through fiery circumstances...