Speaker: Pastor Terry Taylor

The natural world offers profound spiritual lessons if we’re open to seeing them. Two birds, the turkey buzzard and the eagle, provide vivid examples of how we can choose to live. While one scavenges on decay, settling for what’s easy, the other soars to unmatched heights, overcoming storms and pursuing purpose. Let’s explore how these creatures can help us understand faith, growth, and God’s plans in the coming year.

At the heart of the Christian faith lies the practice of seeking God wholeheartedly. Fasting—combined with prayer—is one of the most profound ways to draw near to Him, align with His will, and experience breakthrough. At the dawn of this New Year, many believers, inspired by Isaiah 58, are stepping into a season of fasting, unlocking freedom, grace, and divine provision.

Thanksgiving is a time to pause, reflect, and give thanks for the many blessings in our lives. It’s a moment to celebrate the joys of fellowship, share testimonies of God’s goodness, and remember the small but important ways He’s shown Himself faithful. During a recent message, the use of birds as metaphors for life, faith, and fellowship brought unique insights into God’s care for us. The playful exploration of turkeys and sparrows offered profound lessons in gratitude, trust, and community.