Enough

Listen up, friends. We’ve spent far too long measuring ourselves against impossible standards, believing we’re not enough. But here’s the truth that’ll set you free: you are enough, exactly as you are right now. Whether you’re LGBT, straight, questioning, or somewhere in between—Christ sees you, loves you, and declares you worthy. Your worth isn’t determined by your past, your struggles, or the labels the world tries to put on you.

Baptism is more than just a ritual—it’s a radical declaration of your identity in Christ. It’s where we publicly proclaim that we are more than our struggles, more than our past, more than the boxes society tries to put us in. When you step into those waters, something profound happens to your spirit. It’s not just about washing away sin—it’s about rising up into a new identity. The old passes away, and something beautiful, something completely transformed, emerges. We’re talking about a spiritual rebirth that transcends sexuality, gender, background, or any other label.

For our LGBT brothers and sisters, for our straight friends, for everyone walking the road less traveled—hear this: Christ’s love is not conditional. You are not too broken, too different, or too far gone. The same God who created the universe looks at you and says, “You are my beloved.” Baptism is your moment of claiming that identity. It’s where you stand up and say, “I am enough. Not because of what I do, but because of who I am in Christ.” This isn’t about perfection—it’s about being perfectly loved, perfectly accepted, perfectly enough.

When you come up from those baptismal waters, something shifts in the spiritual realm. Your spirit is marked, claimed, transformed. It’s like a spiritual reset button—your past doesn’t define you anymore. The enemy can no longer hold you captive to shame, to doubt, to the lies that have tried to convince you that you’re not enough. Baptism is a powerful declaration: “I am a child of God, chosen, beloved, and completely enough.” It’s where your spiritual journey takes on a new depth, a new meaning.

To anyone reading this—whether you’ve never been baptized or you’re wondering if you’re worthy—this is your invitation. You are enough. Your journey is valid. Your struggles don’t disqualify you; they’re part of your testimony. Christ doesn’t see your imperfections—He sees your potential. He sees a beloved child who is worth everything. So come as you are. LGBT, straight, questioning—it doesn’t matter. What matters is that you are loved, you are seen, and you are absolutely, completely enough. Take that step. Get baptized. Declare your worth. Your spiritual transformation is waiting.

On 11

Listen up, friends. We’re diving into something that’s been burning in our spirits—the profound significance of the number 11. It’s not just a number; it’s a prophetic marker of transition, a spiritual signpost that’s calling us to something extraordinary. In 2025, we’re not just existing—we’re breaking through to our next level, and the number 11 is our divine blueprint for transformation.

Biblically, eleven is a number of transition and incompleteness. Think about it—eleven is one short of twelve, the number of divine government and perfection. It’s the number that sits between order and chaos, between what’s been and what’s about to be. In the scriptures, eleven represents those moments when God is preparing you for something bigger. When the eleven disciples stood after Judas’s betrayal, they were in a place of profound transition, waiting for the promise of the Holy Spirit. That’s where we are right now—standing in a prophetic moment of preparation.

Academically, eleven challenges our understanding of numerical patterns. In mathematics, eleven is a fascinating number—it’s a palindromic number, reading the same backward and forward. It defies simple categorization, just like our spiritual journey. Numerology suggests that eleven is a master number of intuition, spiritual insight, and enlightenment. We’re not talking about new-age mysticism—we’re talking about a divine mathematical precision that speaks to our spiritual potential. This is about understanding that our growth isn’t random—it’s calculated, it’s intentional, it’s divinely orchestrated.

Practical Tips for Embracing Your Eleven Moment:

1. Spiritual Alignment: Spend time in deep prayer and meditation. The number 11 is about spiritual awakening.

2. Personal Inventory: Take stock of where you’ve been and where you’re going.

3. Prophetic Positioning: Recognize that you’re in a transitional space—embrace the discomfort.

4. Intentional Growth: Commit to learning, growing, and expanding your spiritual and intellectual horizons.

5. Community Connection: Surround yourself with people who understand your prophetic potential.

Here’s the hard truth wrapped in an even harder promise: 2025 isn’t just another year—it’s your year of breakthrough. The number 11 is calling us to rise above our limitations, to step into a space of spiritual and personal elevation that defies explanation. We’re talking about a holistic transformation that touches every aspect of our being—spirit, soul, and body. This isn’t about incremental change; this is about radical transformation. We’re taking it to the next level—not by our own strength, but by the divine orchestration of a God who specializes in turning transition into triumph.

Remember, friends, eleven isn’t just a number—it’s a prophetic declaration. It’s God’s way of saying you’re on the brink of something extraordinary. We’re not settling for mediocrity. We’re not stuck in the comfortable. We’re breaking through, rising up, and stepping into the fullness of our divine potential. 2025 is our year of eleven—a year of transition, elevation, and unprecedented breakthrough.

-Deck

Broken, Not Beaten

Listen up, friends. We’ve all been there—that moment when we’ve messed up so spectacularly that we’re convinced we’re beyond redemption. The weight of our mistakes feels like a thousand-pound burden, and the last thing we expect is grace. But here’s the truth that’ll set us free: grace isn’t something we earn, it’s something we receive.

Let’s get real about what grace actually looks like. It’s not a free pass to continue destructive behavior, but it’s also not a punishment. Grace is the radical love of God that meets us exactly where we are—broken, messy, and completely imperfect. When we’re in a position where we need grace more than judgment, here are some practical steps to navigate that sacred space:

1. Stop Hiding
   The first step to receiving grace is to stop running from our mistakes. Adam tried to hide from God in the garden, but here’s the thing—we can’t hide from a God who sees our heart. Vulnerability is our first act of courage. We need to bring our brokenness into the light. Share with trusted friends, mentors, or spiritual leaders who understand the difference between conviction and condemnation.

2. Embrace Radical Honesty
   Grace thrives in an environment of complete honesty. This means being brutally truthful with ourselves and with God. We’re not fooling anyone—not ourselves, not our community, and certainly not God. Psalm 32:5 reminds us, “Then I acknowledged my sin to you and did not cover up my iniquity.” There’s something powerful about naming our failures out loud. It takes away their power and opens the door for transformation.

3. Understand the Difference Between Shame and Conviction
   Here’s a critical distinction: shame tells us that we are bad. Conviction tells us that we’ve done something bad. Shame is destructive; conviction is redemptive. When we’re in need of grace, we need to learn to recognize the voice of conviction—it’s the gentle, transformative whisper that guides us back to wholeness, not the harsh internal dialogue that keeps us stuck in our mistakes.

4. Create a Support System
   We can’t walk through seasons of need for grace alone. We need to find our people—those who’ll stand with us, not just stand in judgment of us. These are the friends who’ll sit with us in our mess, who’ll remind us of our worth when we’ve forgotten it ourselves. Proverbs 17:17 tells us that “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.”

5. Practice Self-Compassion
   Receiving grace starts with being gentle with ourselves. We’re a work in progress, not a finished product. The same grace we’d extend to a friend struggling—we need to extend that to ourselves. God’s love isn’t conditional on our perfection. It’s unconditional and overwhelming.

Practical Wisdom for Navigating Seasons of Grace:

• Journaling: Write out our struggles. Get them out of our head and onto paper.

• Counseling: There’s no shame in seeking professional help to work through our challenges.

• Spiritual Direction: Find a mentor who understands the nuanced journey of grace.

• Community Support: Join support groups or recovery communities that understand transformation.

Here’s the hard truth wrapped in the most beautiful promise: Our mistakes do not define us. Our past does not determine our future. Grace is not just a theological concept—it’s a lived experience that has the power to completely reconstruct our understanding of ourselves and our relationship with God.

Remember, friends, we’re not disqualified. We’re not too far gone. The same God who pursued us when we were perfect is pursuing us now in our brokenness. Grace isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being perfectly loved, exactly as we are, in this moment.

In 2025, we’re redefining what it means to receive grace. It’s not a passive experience—it’s an active, transformative journey of becoming more authentically ourselves. Our story isn’t over. In fact, it’s just beginning.

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Girls Who Elevate Our Spirit

Listen up, friends. We’ve been thinking about dating all wrong for far too long. It’s not about finding a girl who fits perfectly into our predetermined mold—it’s about discovering a girl who’s gonna push us to become the best version of ourselves. In 2025, we’re redefining what it means to date “above our league” when it comes to finding incredible girls. We’re talking about girls who aren’t just potential partners, but spiritual companions who’ll challenge us to grow in ways we never imagined.

But here’s the real talk: how do you know you’re not dating a girl who’s holding you back? Red flags aren’t just about bad behavior—they’re about spiritual and personal stagnation. A girl who’s constantly dragging you down instead of lifting you up is a non-starter. Watch for these warning signs: Does she mock your dreams? Discourage your personal growth? Refuse to engage in meaningful conversations? These are signs you’re dating someone who doesn’t understand the divine potential within you. A truly exceptional girl will be curious about your passions, challenge your perspectives, and inspire you to dig deeper into your faith and personal development.

Let’s get real for a moment. We’re looking for girls who’ll challenge us to grow, but who’ll also play into our inner child—that part of us that still believes in magic, in dreams, in the kind of love that transforms. We want girls who can dive deep into theological discussions one moment, and build a pillow fort with us the next. We’re talking about connections that aren’t just romantic, but spiritual—partnerships that reflect the multifaceted nature of God’s love. Proverbs 27:17 reminds us that “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” That’s the kind of girl we’re after—someone who’ll be our partner in growth, our companion in faith.

Pro tip: A girl worth your time will have her own dreams, her own relationship with God, and her own path of personal growth. She won’t be threatened by your ambitions but will actively support and challenge them. Look for girls who read, who think deeply, who have passions beyond social media and surface-level conversations. A stupid girl will try to dim your light; an incredible girl will help you shine brighter.

We’re not just talking to our straight brothers—this goes for our entire community. Whether you’re looking for girls as a straight man or from the LGBT community, the call is the same: seek out relationships with girls that elevate you. We’re looking for girls who’ll stand beside us, challenge our thinking, expand our worldview, and love us exactly as we are while simultaneously inspiring us to become more. It’s about finding a girl who understands that growth isn’t about changing who you are, but about becoming more authentically yourself.

This isn’t about settling or playing games. It’s about recognizing that the right relationship isn’t about finding the perfect girl, but about finding a girl who’s perfectly imperfect and willing to grow alongside you. We’re calling out to those brave souls who are ready to date with intention, to love with purpose, and to build connections with girls that aren’t just about romance, but about mutual spiritual and personal evolution.

Practical wisdom: Pay attention to how she treats others. Does she show compassion? Is she kind to service workers? Does she have a heart that reflects Christ’s love? These are the markers of a girl who’s not just intelligent, but spiritually mature. In 2025, we’re dating differently—we’re seeking girls who’ll be our partners in purpose, our companions in passion, and our allies in becoming more of who we were always meant to be.

Remember, friends, the right girl won’t complete you—she’ll complement you. She’ll see the potential God has planted within you and help you water those seeds of possibility. We’re not looking for a perfect relationship, but a purposeful one. A connection that grows, challenges, and transforms us into the men God is calling us to be.

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Love Without Limits

We’re standing at a critical moment in our collective journey, friends. 2025 isn’t about drawing lines in the sand—it’s about building bridges of understanding. As followers of Christ, we’re called to something far more radical than judgment: we’re called to love. And when I say love, I mean love that looks like Jesus—messy, unconditional, and absolutely transformative.

Let’s be clear: our faith isn’t a weapon, it’s a beacon. Scripture reminds us in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 that “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.” This isn’t just poetry—this is our blueprint for how we’re supposed to show up in the world. Whether you’re LGBT, straight, questioning, or searching—you are seen. You are valued. You are loved beyond measure.

We’ve spent too many years using our Bibles as barriers instead of bridges. In 2025, we’re choosing dialogue over division. We’re choosing understanding over condemnation. The party isn’t about who’s in or who’s out—it’s about creating space where everyone can experience the radical, transformative love of Christ. John 13:35 tells us, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” Not if you agree with one another. Not if you look like one another. But if you love one another.

This is our moment of cultural intersection. We’re not compromising our faith—we’re living it out loud. We’re partying hard in the sense that we’re celebrating our shared humanity. We’re loving fiercely, without condition. To our LGBT brothers and sisters, to our straight community, to everyone in between—you are welcome. You are seen. You are loved exactly as you are, where you are. 2025 isn’t about pride—it’s about radical, Christ-like acceptance that says, “You belong here.”

Our faith was never meant to be a fortress of exclusion, but a home of radical welcome. We’re clinging to our Bibles not as weapons, but as love letters from a God who sees every single one of us. Wherever you are, whoever you are—you are loved. Not because of what you do, but because of who you are: a beloved child of God. Let’s make 2025 the year we truly understand what it means to love without limits.

-Deck