Is the Word of God only in your head… or is it actually living in your heart?

In today’s devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster turns to Colossians 3:16–25 (KJV) and gives a direct, practical reminder: being “Spirit-filled” is not a label—it looks like the Word of Christ dwelling in you richly, shaping what you say, how you worship, and how you live at home, at work, and in your relationships.

This episode connects the Word-filled life to the Spirit-controlled life—and asks the honest question: if the Word is really in you, what fruit is showing up?

You’ll also hear a clear contrast from Galatians 5:
the works of the flesh reveal a self-ruled life, but the fruit of the Spirit reveals a life being led and controlled by God.

In this episode, you’ll reflect on:

• What it means for the Word to “dwell… richly” in you

• Why knowing Scripture isn’t the same as being controlled by it

• The fruit that follows Spirit-filled living

• The warning signs of flesh-led living

• How worship and daily obedience flow from a Word-filled heart

Scripture References (KJV):
Colossians 3:16–25
Galatians 5:19–25
Psalm 96:1–2

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Have you ever felt “moved” in a moment—only to find yourself back in the same patterns the next day? This devotion asks a heart-check question: Am I really Spirit-filled… or just emotional?

In Ephesians 5:18 (KJV), God doesn’t call believers to live by hype or mood swings—He calls us to be filled with the Spirit, meaning controlled and directed by the Holy Spirit. In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster explains what being Spirit-filled is not (not just a dramatic experience, not “getting more” of the Spirit, not the same as being indwelt, sealed, or baptized) and what it does involve: confession, surrender, and allowing God’s Word to shape our thinking and decisions.

You’ll also hear a clear contrast between the works of the flesh and the fruit of the Spirit, and why Spirit-filled living produces real change over time—not just strong feelings in the moment.

• What it means to be “filled with the Spirit” (biblically)

• Why emotion and spirituality are not the same thing

• The difference between the Spirit’s indwelling and the Spirit’s filling

• How surrender and confession relate to Spirit-controlled living

• Why Spirit-filled believers grow consistent fruit, not inconsistent impulses

Ephesians 5:18
Romans 8:9
John 7:38–39
John 3:34
1 Corinthians 12:13
Ephesians 1:13
1 John 1:9
John 3:30
Colossians 3:16
Galatians 5:19–25

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Do you struggle with the word “submit”—especially when it comes to government, rules, or leadership you didn’t choose?

In this Words From The Word devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster explains why Scripture connects submission to the will of God. This episode shows that biblical submission isn’t about politics or personality—it’s about honoring the Lord, walking wisely, and doing well in a world that grows more evil.

You’ll also hear a clear reminder that God’s will includes a life marked by thanksgiving, and that Jesus Christ is our perfect example—He did not live for His own will, but for the Father’s will.

1 Peter 2:13–15 • Hebrews 13:7 • 1 Thessalonians 5:18
John 5:19, 30 • John 4:34 • Romans 12:2 • Job 28:28

In the next devotion, we’ll continue from here and look at why discerning God’s will requires a renewed mind—and how living in the flesh fights against it.

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The Christian life is not lived on autopilot—and in days like these, careless living comes at a cost.

In this first devotion of a new series from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 5:15–16 (KJV) and lays the foundation for practical Christian living. God’s command is clear:
“See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise—redeeming the time.”

This episode calls listeners to examine their daily walk. Are we living with focus and spiritual awareness—or drifting through life distracted and reactive? Using the picture of a tightrope walker, this devotion explains what it means to walk carefully, with balance and intention, in a world filled with spiritual danger.

In this episode, you’ll reflect on:

• What it means to walk circumspectly

• The difference between foolish and wise living

• Why lost time and missed opportunities cannot be recovered

• Why evil days demand spiritual focus, not complacency

This episode sets the foundation—but it is only the beginning.

➡️ In the next episode, we’ll continue in Ephesians 5 and look deeper at what it means to understand the will of the Lord, not just avoid foolishness. Wisdom is more than being careful—it’s knowing how God wants us to live.

🎧 Don’t stop here. Continue with the next episode and stay in the Word as we learn how to live wisely in evil days.

Scripture References (KJV):
Ephesians 5:15–16
Proverbs 12:15
Proverbs 14:9
Proverbs 1:29–32
John 9:4

It’s possible to look religious—yet still not truly know Christ.

In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Matthew 25 (KJV) and warns about false assurance through the parable of the ten virgins: lamps without oil, a shut door, and a sobering separation. This isn’t fear—it’s a loving wake-up call.

Key Scriptures (KJV): Matthew 25:1–13; Matthew 24:40–44; Hebrews 3:7–8; Isaiah 1:18; 2 Corinthians 13:5; Matthew 7:22–23.

Today—if you hear His voice—harden not your heart.

In today’s devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster continues the series “Lamps With Oil and Lamps Without Oil” from Matthew 25 and brings us to a solemn but hopeful truth: when the Bridegroom comes, those who are ready will be secured forever.

Using Scripture alone, this message explains that redemption is not based on tradition, church membership, or good living—but solely on the precious blood of Jesus Christ. Peter reminds us that we were not redeemed with silver or gold, but with the blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot.

Pastor draws attention to the moment in Matthew 25 when “they that were ready went in with him to the marriage, and the door was shut.” That shut door speaks both of those who are shut out and those who are shut in—secure eternally with the Lord. Just as God shut Noah into the ark, God secures His redeemed people in Christ.

This devotion also clearly explains:

• What it means to be redeemed

• Why all believers are secure in Christ

• How salvation is instant when one truly believes

• The biblical steps to being ready: realization of sin, repentance, faith in Christ alone

The message closes with a loving but direct invitation: only those who are ready will go in. The question every listener must answer is simple—but eternal.

📖 Scripture References (KJV):

• Matthew 25:1–13

• 1 Peter 1:18–19

• Psalm 16:11

• Revelation 19:7–9

• Genesis 7:16

• Colossians 3:3

• Luke 23:43

• Romans 3:23

• John 14:6

• Romans 10:9–10

• 1 John 5:13

🕯️ Key Question:
Am I ready to meet the Lord?

🙏 If you are ready, help someone else get ready.
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When Jesus comes, there will be no delay. In this devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster continues the Lamps With Oil / Lamps Without Oil series from Matthew 25:1–13 (KJV) and explains a sobering truth: when the Bridegroom arrives, those who are ready will enter immediately.

Jesus’ parable shows that all ten virgins had lamps and were waiting, but only those with oil were prepared when the moment came. Pastor reminds us that the oil represents the Holy Spirit—to have oil is to have Christ, and to lack oil is to lack Him.

This message connects Matthew 25 with the clear teaching of Scripture concerning Christ’s return. Paul declares that believers will be changed in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye (1 Corinthians 15:51–52) and that the Lord Himself will descend, the dead in Christ will rise first, and living believers will be caught up together with them to meet the Lord in the air (1 Thessalonians 4:16–17).

Pastor also points ahead to the joy awaiting the redeemed—the marriage supper of the Lamb—where Christ receives His bride, the church. Those who are ready will go in with Him. When the door is shut, it will be final.

The question is not how long we’ve been around church, but whether we are truly ready. If you are ready, help someone else get ready. If you are not ready, today is the time.

📖 Scripture References (KJV):

• Matthew 25:1–13

• 1 Corinthians 15:51–52

• 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17

• Hebrews 13:5

• Psalm 16:11

• Revelation 19:7–9

✅ Heart-Check Questions:

• Am I a possessor of Christ, or only a professor?

• Do I have the Holy Spirit, pictured by the oil?

• If Jesus came today… would I experience instant entry?

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Am I ready to meet the Lord? In today’s devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster continues the Lamps With Oil / Lamps Without Oil series from Matthew 25:1–13 (KJV) and brings the question home in a personal, urgent way.

Jesus tells a parable of ten virgins waiting for the bridegroom. All ten had lamps. All ten appeared to be waiting. But when the bridegroom came, only the wise went in—because they had what was necessary: oil. Pastor explains that the oil represents the Holy Spirit, and warns that a lamp without oil may look beautiful, but it gives no light—it’s only decoration.

This devotion also connects to Romans 8:9 and 8:14 (KJV), reminding us that belonging to Christ is not merely something we profess—true believers possess Christ, and the Spirit of God dwells in them. The message is clear: don’t rest in church attendance or familiarity with religion. Make sure you are truly ready.

If you’ve been praying, “Lord, help me be ready,” this episode will steady your heart and point you back to the truth of the gospel.

📖 Scripture References (KJV):

• Matthew 25:1–13

• Romans 8:9

• Romans 8:14

✅ Takeaway Questions:

• Am I a professor or a possessor of Christ?

• Do I have the Holy Spirit, or only a form of religion?

• If Jesus came today… would I be ready?

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