July 3 – Character That Inspires Confidence

In today’s episode, Pastor Cory Barnes shares a devotion from the book of Philemon, where Paul appeals to Philemon to forgive his runaway slave, Onesimus, receive him as a brother in Christ, and extend grace far beyond what the culture of the day would have expected. Paul concludes by expressing confidence that Philemon will do “even more” than he has asked. This message challenges listeners to consider whether they have developed the kind of Christlike character that inspires that same confidence in others. Pastor Cory reminds us that a life of integrity is built through countless small acts of obedience as we consistently respond to God's conviction and choose humility over self-interest. As we faithfully submit to Christ in the everyday moments of life, our character is shaped to reflect His, becoming the kind of people who willingly do what is right—not because we are forced to, but because the love of Christ has transformed us from within.Today's Reading:July 3 – Micah 1–4; Philemon