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hungry heart attracts the presence of God.

When you hunger for righteousness, you begin to desire what God desires. You seek His presence before His blessings. You crave His truth more than the opinions of the world.

And Jesus gives a beautiful promise:

You will be filled.

Not by temporary satisfaction, but by the lasting fulfillment that comes from knowing Him.

What's something that made you smile today? Share it in the comments and spread some joy! 😊

Join us for a fun and exciting Ground Opening Ceremony at Mt. Moriah Ranch as we celebrate this new beginning together!

Come enjoy food, fellowship, and fun for the entire family as we officially welcome the grounds for upcoming youth camps, marriage retreats, prayer gatherings, counseling, and more.

We can’t wait to gather in celebration and expectation for all God is going to do at Mt. Moriah Ranch!

SIGN UP HERE: https://influencechurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3665114

What seems impossible to man is never impossible to God.

God made a way for Jesus to inherit the promise without inheriting the curse.

That's what He does.

He makes a way where there seems to be no way. 🔥

👉 Trust God's ability more than your limitations.

The Kingdom of God works differently than the kingdoms of this world.

God exalts the humble.
God honors the surrendered.
God entrusts influence to those who walk in humility.

If you've been overlooked, misunderstood, or tempted to take matters into your own hands, remember this: God sees you. Trust His timing. Trust His leadership.

The meek don't lose—they inherit.

Finding Faith in the "Even If" Moments

Everyone loves a testimony, but very few people want the process that creates one.

The truth is, some of life's greatest breakthroughs are born in our darkest moments. When everything falls apart, when prayers seem unanswered, and when circumstances make no sense, that's when faith is tested.

The prophet Habakkuk understood this.

He wasn't looking at a bright future. He saw trouble coming. He saw hardship, loss, and uncertainty. Yet in the middle of it all, he made one of the greatest declarations of faith in Scripture: *"Though the fig tree does not blossom, and there is no fruit on the vine... yet I will rejoice in the Lord."*

That's what I call "even if" faith.

Even if the answer doesn't come when I want it.

Even if the situation doesn't improve overnight.

Even if the doors don't open the way I expected.

I will still trust God.

Many people serve God because of what He can do for them. But mature faith serves God because of who He is. When everything is going well, faith is easy. When everything is falling apart, that's when you discover whether your faith is rooted in circumstances or in Christ.

Throughout Scripture, we see God restoring people who failed. Samson wasted much of his life, yet God used him again. Jonah ran from God's call, yet God gave him another chance. Their stories remind us that failure is not final when God is involved.

Sometimes God allows difficult seasons to wake us up, redirect us, and draw us closer to Him. The question is not whether challenges will come. The question is how we will respond when they do.

Will we choose fear or faith?

Grief or gratitude?

Complaining or worship?

Today, make the decision Habakkuk made.

Even if everything around you changes, let your confidence remain in Jesus.

Because when everything else fails, He never will.

There’s something for everyone this month at Influence Church, and we would love for you to be part of it!

From powerful times of prayer to family events and exciting milestones, June is packed with opportunities to grow in your faith and connect with others.

🔥 June 11–13 — Prayer Camp 2026
📍 Mount Moriah Ranch

🎉 June 13 — Ground Opening Ceremony
📍 Mount Moriah Ranch

🍔 June 21 — Dad's Big BBQ (South County)
📍 Influence Church South County

🍔 June 21 — Dad's Big BBQ (North County)
📍 Influence Church North County

Don't miss what God is doing this month. Invite your family, bring a friend, and make plans to join us!

To sign up for upcoming events, visit: https://influencechurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events

The world tells us to play it safe.

Stay comfortable.
Avoid risks.
Protect what you have.

But faith has never been about comfort.

Faith is stepping out when you don't have all the answers.
Faith is trusting God when the outcome isn't guaranteed.
Faith is obeying even when it doesn't make sense.

Peter stepped out of the boat.
David ran toward Goliath.
Abraham left everything familiar.

Why?

Because they trusted God more than their fears.

Don't live a life controlled by caution when God is calling you to courage.

Pray bold prayers.
Take faith-filled steps.
Trust God with the impossible.

The greatest stories of God's power begin when ordinary people dare to believe Him.

Be reckless with your trust in God and watch what He can do.