The Gift of God’s Presence: How to Overcome Loneliness During the Holiday Season
We’ve reached the point in the year where we celebrate, celebrate, celebrate! Holidays are usually when families come together; we often...
top of page
divine dispatches
Dive into the spiritual journey with 'Divine Dispatches,' where Dr. Scott shares insightful reflections, biblical wisdom, and uplifting messages to guide and inspire your faith walk.
Pastor Joshua Scott
Aug 243 min read
Marriage Unlocked: Secrets to a Harmonious Relationship
From the outset, I am far from a marriage guru. I don’t have a podcast or authored a book on marriage. However, I do have a lovely wife...
6 views0 comments
Pastor Joshua Scott
Aug 173 min read
Embracing Patience: The Power of Forbearance in Daily Life
Discover the transformative power of patience. Learn how to cultivate forbearance in your daily life, improve relationships, and find inner
1 view0 comments
Pastor Joshua Scott
Aug 103 min read
How a Month-Long Break Changed My Perspective: Lessons from a Sabbatical
In July, I took some time to rest. Truthfully, this is foreign to me because I usually rest only when I’m exhausted or at night for five...
4 views0 comments
Pastor Joshua Scott
Aug 22 min read
Feeling Lost in Life: What to Do with Uncertainty?
Pitchers in the game of baseball are masterful at throwing different variations of pitches. Baseball pitchers throw fastballs such as a...
24 views0 comments
pastorscott54
Jul 302 min read
Ways to Overcome Depression as a Christian
A low mood or loss of pleasure or interest in activities can characterize depression for long periods. The symptoms of depression can...
2 views0 comments
pastorscott54
Jun 53 min read
Three Lessons I Learned This Year
This year was one that I will never forget. This year, we settled into a new home, traveled to Africa for the first time, grew in many...
7 views0 comments
pastorscott54
May 133 min read
What is the Missing Element in Your Life?
Recently, I've learned that life can be overwhelming. Life can become more than busy. It can become downright unmanageable sometimes. We...
6 views0 comments
pastorscott54
Apr 223 min read
3 Practical Ways to be Kind this Week
In 2005, Cindi McMenamin said, "You can be an instrument of God simply by speaking kind words that build people up." Kindness has been...
34 views0 comments
pastorscott54
Apr 152 min read
Is it possible to truly live a life of contentment?
We pray for many different things. Some ask God for financial blessings, healing, significant others, friends, and more. Our faith is...
62 views0 comments
pastorscott54
Apr 83 min read
Three Things the Waiting Room Taught Me
On Sunday, I preached a sermon titled Waiting with Anticipation, and it was a cathartic experience. I describe this experience as such...
62 views0 comments
pastorscott54
Mar 183 min read
Three Reasons Women’s History Month Could Be Longer
This month, we highlight the contributions women have made to the world. Women have been persistent world changers in history, culture,...
20 views0 comments
pastorscott54
Mar 123 min read
From Waiting to Receiving: Navigating Answered Prayers
Waiting and praying often find themselves together in many of our lives. We wait for God to change our circumstances, we wait for...
39 views0 comments
pastorscott54
Mar 43 min read
Four ways to remain encouraged
I was once told that, above everything else, our most important job is to remain encouraged. Sure, we can put on an artificial smile in...
28 views0 comments
pastorscott54
Feb 263 min read
3 Ways To Embrace Change
Any change presents a challenge that we are often not prepared for. Change disrupts our normality, comfort, and the routine that we've...
71 views0 comments
pastorscott54
Jan 292 min read
Three ways to keep going when giving up is the most attractive option
2024 is moving along, and the new car smell has just about worn off. We met this new year expecting better health habits, better...
108 views0 comments
pastorscott54
Jan 223 min read
How Can I Survive Church Hurt?
Have you ever fallen and skinned your knee? I have, and although it was painful, it does not compare to being hurt by the church. Church...
269 views1 comment
pastorscott54
Jan 151 min read
The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: Honoring the Sacrifice for Justice Today
Today, we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. We often think about his commitment to non-violence, his willingness to fight...
34 views0 comments
Pastor Joshua Scott
Jul 24, 20232 min read
Anxious Thoughts
The other night my mind was racing, and I could not fall asleep for some reason. Nothing unusual happened that day that angered me or...
38 views0 comments
Pastor Joshua Scott
Jul 23, 20231 min read
Your Focus Matters
I’m not a morning person! I often hit the snooze button on my alarm app multiple times. Sleep is a gift from God, and in my opinion, one...
29 views0 comments
bottom of page