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How Did I Get Here?
God asks Adam and Eve two powerful questions after their failure: “Who told you that?” and “Did you eat from the tree?” These aren’t questions meant to shame them—they’re an invitation to pause, rewind the tape, and understand how they got there. The same thing happens in our lives. We start believing lies about ourselves, about God, or about our worth, and those lies slowly shape the choices we make. God’s questions lead us toward two healthy responses: recognizing where those lies came from and taking honest ownership of our decisions. When we stop blaming others and bring our failures to God, we discover something surprising—He already knows everything about us and still meets us with grace, forgiveness, and the chance for a fresh start.
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Shame convinces us that our mistakes define us, pushes us to hide behind busy lives or excuses, and makes us feel like we have to run from God instead of toward Him. But the good news is that God’s response has always been the same: He comes looking for us. Just like He asked Adam and Eve, “Where are you?”, God still pursues us today with grace, not condemnation. Real freedom begins when we stop hiding and bring our shame to the cross where Jesus already carried it for us.
- March 08, 2026
- Josh Daubert
- The Lie We Still Believe
- Genesis 2:25; Genesis 3:7; Genesis 3:8; Genesis 3:9; 2 Corinthians 5:17; John 6:37; Hebrews 12:1; Hebrews 12:2; Hebrews 12:3; Isaiah 43; 1 John 1:9; Romans 8:1
Temptation rarely shows up loud and obvious—it starts subtle and escalates fast. The serpent doesn’t just offer fruit; he offers autonomy, control, and the illusion that we can be our own god. And just like that burning bush story gone wrong, what seems small can spiral quickly. Sin always promises more than it delivers and costs more than we expect. At the core, this is about identity and trust—forgetting who God is and who we already are in Him. Every day we face two voices and two choices: life or death, control or surrender. The invitation is simple but powerful—step off the throne of your own life and let God be God again.
- March 01, 2026
- Joshua Ott
- The Lie We Still Believe
- Genesis 3:1–7; Genesis 1:27; 1 John 2:16; Deuteronomy 30:19; Romans 6:23; Romans 10:9–10
Small compromises rarely feel dangerous in the moment. It’s “just a” little bitterness, just a little scrolling, just a little secret, just a little drift. But spiritual and personal blow-ups don’t start with dramatic decisions—they start with subtle ones. The enemy rarely attacks head-on; he whispers, twists what’s good into something restrictive, and slowly blurs what used to feel clear. That quiet drift creates a predictable path toward brokenness. But the story doesn’t end there. From the very first crack, God has been offering a way back, and the path forward begins by anchoring yourself in truth, trusting God’s goodness, and choosing His voice over the one that only steals.
- February 22, 2026
- Joshua Ott
- The Lie We Still Believe
- Genesis 3:1-3; John 10:10; Deuteronomy 30; John 8:32; John 11:25; John 4:14; John 6:35; 1 Peter 5:8; James 4:7
Joy isn’t about pretending life isn’t messy—it’s about finding Jesus in the middle of it. Real joy grows when we serve others, stay grounded in Scripture, tear down barriers, cling to hope, and rely on the Holy Spirit. When we fix our eyes on Jesus and live with an eternal mindset, joy becomes something we experience personally and spread practically into our homes, workplaces, friendships, and communities.
- February 15, 2026
- Josh Daubert
- Joy in the Dirt
- Matthew 5; Romans 15:1–13; Philippians 2:3; 1 Thessalonians 2; 1 Thessalonians 2:8; Psalm 19; Ephesians 2; Ephesians 2:14–16; Romans 15:7; Romans 5; 1 Peter 1:3; Hebrews 6:19; Hebrews 12; Hebrews 12:1–3
Real joy is almost always tied to relationships. While happiness comes and goes with circumstances, joy is deeper and steadier, even when life is hard. Isolation slowly drains us, while meaningful connection gives purpose, strength, and protection. We weren’t designed to do life alone, and God often works in us through other people. Whether you’re introverted or extroverted, busy or burned out, joy grows best when we stay connected and let others walk with us.
- February 08, 2026
- Joshua Ott
- Joy in the Dirt
- Genesis 2:18; Ecclesiastes 4:1–12; Ecclesiastes 4:7–8; Ecclesiastes 4:9–12; Galatians 6:2; Hebrews 10:24–25
Life moves fast. We plan, rush, and chase what’s next—often missing the joy sitting right in front of us. Joy isn’t something reserved for a calmer season or a future win; it’s a gift meant for right now. Busyness, worry, circumstances, and even our own choices can quietly steal it if we’re not paying attention. Faith doesn’t avoid the mess—it finds Jesus in it. Your faith was made for the mess, and joy is often closer than we think when we slow down, rest, and open our eyes to what God is already doing.
- February 01, 2026
- Joshua Ott
- Joy in the Dirt
- Lamentations 3:22–23; Psalm 118:24; Psalm 46:10; Psalm 23; Matthew 6:25–34; Ecclesiastes 3:1–13; John 10:10; Proverbs 28:1; Philippians 4:11–13; Mark 2:27