If There Is Dust on Your Bible, There Is Dust on Your Heart
by Pastor Jody Burkeen on June 20th, 2025
Let’s be honest, most of us own more Bibles than we use. They sit on shelves, in nightstands, in car trunks, or on coffee tables as decorations. But when was the last time we actually opened it? Not for a verse of the day. Not for a Sunday sermon. But for a soul-deep pursuit of the God who breathed life into its pages?There’s an old saying: “If there’s dust on your Bible, there’s dust on your hear...  Read More
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Why Do I Keep Running from God When I Know I Should Run Toward Him?
by Pastor Jody Burkeen on June 19th, 2025
Have you ever found yourself wondering, Why am I running from God? Why do I keep drifting, hiding, resisting—when I know deep down that I should be running straight into His arms? You’re not alone. This tension between what we know is right and what we often do instead—is part of the human condition. It’s a spiritual tug-of-war that plays out in the hearts of believers everywhere.We run because we...  Read More
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True Repentance: More Than Just Saying “Sorry”
by Pastor Jody Burkeen on June 18th, 2025
The idea of repentance has been watered down to something casual, like saying a quick “my bad” and moving on with life unchanged. But real, biblical repentance is far more than a moment of guilt or a tearful apology. It’s not just an emotional reaction—it’s a spiritual transformation.True repentance is not behavior modification. It’s heart renovation.When John the Baptist came preaching in the wil...  Read More
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Two Seas, Two Lives: What the Dead Sea and Sea of Galilee Teach Us About Discipleship
by Pastor Jody Burkeen on June 12th, 2025
In the land of Israel, there are two well-known bodies of water: the Sea of Galilee and the Dead Sea. They sit just about 100 miles apart, yet they couldn’t be more different. One teems with life. The other is completely barren. And the difference between them offers a powerful spiritual lesson, especially when it comes to discipleship.The Sea of Galilee – A Picture of LifeThe Sea of Galilee is vi...  Read More
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Quitting Has Become the American Way — But Fruit Comes Through Faithful Endurance
by Pastor Jody Burkeen on June 10th, 2025
We’re living in a time when quitting has become the American way. If something gets hard, uncomfortable, or doesn’t cater to our feelings, we walk away. Whether it's relationships, church, work, or even our commitment to God, many have adopted the mindset that if it costs me something, it must not be for me.But here's the truth: fruit never grows in comfort. It grows in discipline. It grows in the...  Read More
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Confronted by the Living Word
by Pastor Jody Burkeen on June 9th, 2025
“For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing as far as the division of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” — Hebrews 4:12Let’s be honest—many people don’t want to read the Bible, and it’s not because they don’t have time or can’t understand it. It’s because they know what it will do...  Read More
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Back to the Basics: 4 Non-Negotiables in the Kingdom of God
by Pastor Jody Burkeen on June 7th, 2025
In a world full of distractions, trends, and watered-down Christianity, it’s time to get back to the basics. The church doesn’t need a new gimmick. We need a revival of the foundational things that once turned the world upside down (Acts 17:6). Jesus didn’t call us to be spiritual spectators but Kingdom soldiers. If we’re going to live like Jesus matters, it’s time we return to four essential trut...  Read More
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God Doesn’t Care About Your Happiness—He Cares About Your Obedience
by Pastor Jody Burkeen on June 6th, 2025
Let me say something that might rattle your comfortable Christianity: God doesn’t care about your happiness. That’s not His goal for your life. You won’t find a single verse where Jesus says, “Follow Me and you’ll be happy all the time.” But you will find Him say, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow Me” (Luke 9:23, LSB).You see, we’ve bought...  Read More
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The Difference Between Continual Sin and Oops Sin
by Pastor Jody on June 3rd, 2025
As believers, we know sin is serious. It’s what separated us from God in the first place and what Jesus died to defeat. But not all sin is the same in practice. There’s a massive difference between what I call “continual sin” and “oops sin.” Let me break it down so you can examine your walk with Christ with honesty and clarity.After a conversation with Nan this morning over sin, salvation, and san...  Read More
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Pride: The Root of All Sin
by Pastor Jody Burkeen on June 2nd, 2025
As we step into the month of June—a time our culture has designated as "Pride Month"—it's essential for us as believers to pause, reflect, and align our hearts with the truth of God's Word. This isn’t about taking sides in politics or attacking individuals. It’s about standing on the Word with grace and truth.Pride was the very first sin. It was pride that led Lucifer to rebel against God. Isaiah ...  Read More
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The Altar: A Sacred Space for Encounter and Surrender
by Pastor Jody Burkeen on May 29th, 2025
For centuries, the altar has been one of the most sacred and symbolic places in the life of God’s people. From the tabernacle in the wilderness to the modern church stage, the altar has always served one purpose: a place where we meet God.At Ignite, it’s time we reclaim the altar—not just as a piece of furniture or a platform—but as a place of power, presence, and personal transformation.The Altar...  Read More
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We Live By Dying
by Pastor Jody Burkeen on May 28th, 2025
I recently came across a powerful song that had a verse that struck me. It said this: “We live by dying.” I love that! Why? Because in a world that says "live your truth," "chase your dreams," and "put yourself first," the gospel comes in and flips the script. Jesus says, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow Me” (Luke 9:23, LSB).Let that sink...  Read More
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