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I am finding it hard to keep my faith in God. How do I do it? Life is not in my favour and my body is giving up! I have lost everything. Please help.

Brothers and sisters,

My name is Rev. Von Hanshaw. I have served as an Independent Free Will Baptist minister for over four decades, pastoring churches, working in prison ministry, and teaching doctrine to young preachers. I’m writing today not to promote anything, but simply to strengthen the Body of Christ.

In recent years I’ve watched many pastors—especially those in small, rural, or independent churches—struggle to find clear, concise doctrinal material that is faithful to Scripture and free from denominational politics. Because of that burden, I’ve been writing short doctrinal helps, sermon outlines, and teaching guides that pastors can use freely.

I want to offer one of those resources here today. Email me today. It’s a free PDF titled:

“The Free Will Baptist Distinctives: A Concise Pastoral Guide.”

It covers:
• The nature of free will
• The doctrine of conditional security
• The call to holiness
• The role of the local church
• Practical pastoral applications

If this would help you, your church, or your teaching ministry, you are welcome to download it freely. My only desire is to strengthen pastors and encourage doctrinal clarity.

If you find it helpful, I have additional free resources available, and I’m glad to share them with anyone who asks.

Grace and peace to each of you as you labor for Christ.

— Rev. Von Hanshaw

Email: pastorvonhanshaw@gmail.com

🙏 June 30, 2026 – Today's Prayer 🙏

Scripture of the Day

"But whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life."

John 4:14 (NIV)

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for being the Living Water that satisfies every longing of my soul. In a world that often leaves me empty, You alone refresh my spirit and fill my heart with lasting peace.

Lord, help me to seek You first each day. Let Your Word flow through my life like a never-ending stream, washing away fear, doubt, discouragement, and anything that keeps me from drawing closer to You.

When I grow weary, renew my strength. When I become anxious, remind me that Your presence is enough. Fill me with Your joy, Your wisdom, and Your unfailing love so that others may see Christ living in me.

May my words encourage, my actions reflect Your grace, and my life point others to the hope that is found only in Jesus. Let me never thirst for the things of this world when You have already given me the gift of eternal life.

Thank You for walking beside me yesterday, for carrying me through today, and for already preparing tomorrow.

In Jesus' precious name,

Amen. ✝️💙

Stacey Brooks Thego2writer

I wanted to share a quick vent and, hopefully, connect with other sisters in Christ who might be in the same season of life.

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​I am 27 years old, and I have chosen to wait on the Lord. Recently, someone told me that I was basically "running out of time" and at the "end of the line" because I am approaching 30. It seems the world loves to put an expiration date on women, and people almost always tie a woman's worth or timeline to marriage and motherhood. However, the truth is that not every woman is called to have children—and personally, I don't really have that desire.

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​Hearing these comments can be exhausting, but it doesn't shake my faith. I still have so much hope for my life and complete trust in what God has planned for me. I know that His timing is perfect, and I refuse to let worldly timelines dictate my peace.

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There are moments in life when it feels like God is silent. You pray, wait, and wonder if He still sees what you're going through.

The Bible reminds us that God never abandons His children. Even when we cannot see Him working, He is preparing a way, strengthening our faith, and leading us toward freedom.

"So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." — John 8:36

If you're struggling today, don't give up. Your current situation is not the end of your story.

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What Bible verse has helped you through difficult seasons?