"Lord, Teach Us to Pray," Part One – Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done

Sunday, July 06, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



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Luke 11:1, Now it came to pass, as He was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples.”

Ephesians 6:18 (Amplified), “Pray at all times—on every occasion, in every season—in the Spirit, with all [manner of] prayer and entreaty. To that end keep alert and watch with strong purpose and perseverance, interceding in behalf of all the saints (God's consecrated people).”


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People as Collateral Damage

Wednesday, July 02, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


"Collateral Damage"
(Incidental damage or loss of life resulting from actions. It is often considered an unavoidable consequence to achieving an objective)

This is profoundly sad. So DJT—a man who has broken laws, been impeached twice without conviction, incited an insurrection, and operated (and continues to operate) scams—has built a jail (detention center) with Ron DeSantis to incarcerate migrants whose only "crime" is existing, trying to survive, and seeking honest work.

The President of the United States actually traveled to Florida for a photo op, laughing alongside the Florida governor and the Secretary of Homeland Security. This facility does not protect the homeland from actual criminals.

Among other concerns, this facility is likely a money making enterprise for those who built and operate it. It is not part of our criminal justice system, and everyone connected to it is subject to the whims of a dictator.

Conflating all migrants with criminals is a false equivalency—a “false balance.”
Proverbs 11:1 says, “A false balance is an abomination to the Lord, but a just weight is His delight.”

In our country, people are supposed to be afforded due process under the law. However, under this regime, individuals are being snatched by masked agents. Because they are not deemed citizens—though many are or have resided in the U.S. in good faith—they are afforded no respect or rights. Many are taxpayers. These kidnapped persons are considered as “other,” dehumanized, and objectified. They have no voice, no legal representation, and their plight is hidden from the public eye, as media access is denied.

Emotional and mental trauma is being inflicted upon these individuals and their families. What we’re witnessing is the normalization of indifference. When it comes to “others,” their suffering is considered irrelevant or even deserved.

This strategy echoes another era when my ancestors were dehumanized, objectified. and treated as "less than." In 1857, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Dred Scott v. Sandford that Black people were “so far inferior, that they had no rights which the white man was bound to respect.” Enslaved people—treated as objects—could expect no protection from the federal government or the courts.

A local Florida report described persons as "criminal illegal aliens" when they have not been formally charged or sentenced in a court of law. Such language dehumanizes and objectifies, making it easier to justify treating people as less than equal.

One of the most important purposes of studying history—despite current efforts to whitewash it—is to learn from it and avoid repeating its errors.

People will suffer, and some may die in these facilities due to lack of medical care and other causes. We may never know the full extent, because the system is designed to conceal the truth. “Out of sight, out of mind” is the preferred reality for many.

But there are those of us who will always care. God sees everything and will hold people accountable, because He is neither bound by our laws nor subject to the whims of dictators.

Even more profoundly sad than DJT’s behavior is the silence of those who claim to be Christians, yet make no effort to apply Scriptures such as Leviticus 19:33–34:

“When a stranger resides with you in your land, you shall not do him wrong. The stranger who resides with you shall be to you as the native among you, and you shall love him as yourself, for you were aliens in the land of Egypt; I am the Lord your God.”

Whatever happens to these individuals will be considered mere collateral damage in service of a larger agenda. Alongside anti-DEI actions and the minimizing of Black history, this agenda increasingly resembles another form of nativism and white supremacy.

"This Joy I Have" - Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #176 for July 2, 2025

Wednesday, July 02, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“This Joy I Have”





Listen to the Message from Sunday, June 22, 2025

Philippians 4:4, Rejoice in the Lord always [at all times]. Again I will say, rejoice!


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What we Lack: Full Understanding and Perspective | A Quick Word of Encouragement

Monday, June 30, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



My daily Old Testament devotional reading is still in the book of Job. We know about all of the pontificating (speaking in a pompous manner) from Job's friends, Eliphaz, Bildad, Zophar, and Elihu. We also know that Job went to that same place.

When I first read the book of Job many years ago, it seemed that most of the statements were interesting and profound, but I wondered why God was silent, until arriving to Chapter 38.

It starts like this....
1 Then the Lord answered Job from the whirlwind:
2 “Who is this that questions my wisdom with such ignorant words?
3 Brace yourself like a man, because I have some questions for you, and you must answer them.
4 “Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth?..."


God went on to ask 60 questions they could not answer!

When going through a difficult place, sometimes the worst thing we can do is talk too much or let others talk more than they should. Elihu's speech alone covered Chapters 32 to 37.

There were two things that Job and this friends lacked, and we lack: UNDERSTANDING and PERSPECTIVE. There is mystery to many of the things that we suffer. Some things are not mysterious because our mistakes are obvious.

We have limited understanding and limited perception. God has ultimate understanding and knows the end from the beginning. So the best thing we can do is continue to seek the Lord, live with integrity, stay close to Christ and his church, and wait on the Lord. Most of all is no when they keep silent, not to be confused with speaking the truth in love.

"The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him." (Habakkuk 2:20)

Have a blessed and fruitful day!

~ Bryan Hudson

What is Your Lamp? – A Quick Word of Encouragement For You

Saturday, June 28, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments




My OT devotional reading has been “stuck” in the Book of Job. :-) Not my favorite book in the Bible, but it is part of the daily devotional reading and it is the word of God. (We know there are parts of the Bible we would rather skip over!)

This verse was interesting:
“A lamp is despised in the thought of one who is at ease; It is made ready for those whose feet slip.” (Job 12:5) 

In this text, Job was starting to answer the criticism of his “friends.“ (They were more helpful when they were silent!)

My insight: This verse warns against spiritual arrogance and the complacency of the comfortable. When you are going through a hard place, the things (lamp) you depend on are neither understood nor appreciated by people who are “at ease” – unaffected by things that affect you.

Your lamp is there to guide you when (not if) your feet slip.

Action Items:
1. Gravitate to real friends. People who love at all times. (Prov. 17:17)
2. Criticizers are only spectators – like trolls on social media
3. Know your “lamps” – your sources of strength.

Power of the Lord Always Present- Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #175 for June 25, 2025

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“Power of the Lord Always Present”





Listen to the Message from Sunday, June 22, 2025


Summary of Talk #175
"Power of the Lord Always Present"
by Bryan Hudson, DMin

Luke 5:17, Now it happened on a certain day, as He was teaching, that there were Pharisees and teachers of the law sitting by, who had come out of every town of Galilee, Judea, and Jerusalem. And the power of the Lord was present to heal them. 18 Then behold, men brought on a bed a man who was paralyzed, whom they sought to bring in and lay before Him. 19 And when they could not find how they might bring him in, because of the crowd, they went up on the housetop and let him down with his bed through the tiling into the midst before Jesus. 20 When He saw their faith, He said to him, “Man, your sins are forgiven you"

This message highlights the truth that God’s power is always present wherever His presence is. Drawing from Luke 5:17, where Jesus taught among Pharisees and religious leaders, the Scripture notes, “the power of the Lord was present to heal them.” However, healing didn’t happen automatically—it required faith and action.

The story of the paralyzed man lowered through the roof by his friends shows how persistent, active faith can tap into God’s healing power. Jesus responded not to passivity, but to visible faith. He forgave the man’s sins, resulting in both spiritual and physical healing, demonstrating that healing of the soul and body are often connected.

Key takeaways:
• The Lord’s power is always available when He is present.
• That power must be activated by faith.
• Faith requires action—not just belief, but effort and persistence.
• Jesus doesn’t always “pray” for healing; sometimes He simply declares wholeness.
• Let your actions reflect faith, as “faith without works is dead”


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Honor's Reward: How Doors of Blessing Open

Monday, June 23, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



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Final Takeaways:
• Honor opens doors of blessing.
• Dishonor, especially rooted in familiarity or misunderstanding, closes those doors.
• Faith acts, and honor releases what God has placed in others for your benefit.
• Always honor God, His people, and His process — not for their sake only, but for your own growth and blessing.


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"Honor's Reward" - Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #174 for June 18, 2025

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“Honor’s Reward”




Listen to the Message from Sunday, June 16, 2025
 

Summary of "Honor’s Reward" by Pastor Bryan Hudson, DMin

Mark 6:1 Then He went out from there and came to His own country, and His disciples followed Him. 2 And when the Sabbath had come, He began to teach in the synagogue. And many hearing Him were astonished, saying, “Where did this Man get these things? And what wisdom is this which is given to Him, that such mighty works are performed by His hands! 3 Is this not the carpenter, the Son of Mary, and brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? And are not His sisters here with us?” So they were offended at Him. 4 But Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own country, among his own relatives, and in his own house.” 5 Now He could do no mighty work there, except that He laid His hands on a few sick people and healed them. 6 And He marveled because of their unbelief.

Bryan Hudson's talk, Honor’s Reward, draws from Mark 6:1–6, where Jesus is dishonored in His hometown and thus unable to perform many miracles. Hudson highlights that it wasn't Jesus’ unwillingness but the people's lack of honor that restrained His power. He explains that honor means to value, appreciate, and respect, whereas dishonor is treating something or someone as common or ordinary.

Because the people saw Jesus only as “Mary’s son” and not as the Messiah, they failed to receive the fullness of what He came to offer. Hudson connects this principle to daily life: you can only receive to the extent that you are willing to honor—whether it's God, people, or opportunities. He warns that like the Pharisees, people can honor God with their lips but remain far from Him in heart, missing out on His blessings.

The key takeaway: Honor unlocks potential and blessing; dishonor shuts it down. Let honor be both heartfelt and practical to experience God’s best.




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"Legacy of Love" - Father's Day Message

Sunday, June 15, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments




In his message “Legacy of Love,” Dr. Bryan Hudson explores the biblical and personal dimensions of legacy, emphasizing that true legacy is not about fame, wealth, or status, but about love, service, and influence. Centering on 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, he urges listeners to be vigilant, courageous, strong, and above all, to do everything with love.

1 Corinthians 16:13-14 (NLT), Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. And do everything with love.


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"Be Brave, Be Strong, Like Your Father" - Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #173 for June 11, 2025

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“Be Brave, Be Strong, Like Your Father”



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1 Corinthians 16:13-14, (NLT) Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. And do everything with love



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"How Goodness and Mercy Follow You" – Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #172 for June 4, 2025

Wednesday, June 04, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“How Goodness and Mercy Follow You”





Listen to the Message from Sunday, June 1, 2025
 
Psalm 23:5–6 (NKJV)

5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;
 You anoint my head with oil;
 My cup runs over.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
 All the days of my life;
 And I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever.




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Live in the House of Wisdom: The Abundance of Wisdom, Understanding, and Knowledge

Sunday, June 01, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments





Proverbs 1:1, These are the proverbs of Solomon, David’s son, king of Israel. 2 Their purpose is to teach people wisdom and discipline, to help them understand the insights of the wise. 3 Their purpose is to teach people to live disciplined and successful lives, to help them do what is right, just, and fair.

Proverbs 1:1-3 Key Points
Teach wisdom
Teach discipline
Understand words of wise
Live disciplined lives
Be successful
Do what is right, just, and fair

Proverbs 24:3-4
Through wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established; By knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches



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"Your Tomorrow Begins Today" - Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #171 for May 28, 2025

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“Your Tomorrow Begins Today”





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SPECIAL EDITION – "The Path Principle" - Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #170 for May 21, 2025 (Audio & Video)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“The Path Principle”





Proverbs 4:26, Ponder the path of your feet, And let all your ways be established. 

Here is the Path Principle:

It doesn't matter what your intentions are, it doesn't matter what you say you want to do, it only matters what path you are on. You might say that you want to go to Cincinnati, but if you're on the path of I-65 north or 1-70 west, and not I-74 east, you're not going to get to Cincinnati. Your intentions do not matter, it only matters what path you're actually on. 

It is always your direction that ultimately determines your destination.—it is not your intentions, not your hopes, not your dreams, not your prayers, not your beliefs.

Every path leads somewhere. Your path determines your destination.


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God's People in the City

Sunday, May 18, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


God’s People in the City



Acts18:9, Now the Lord spoke to Paul in the night by a vision, “Do not be afraid, but speak, and do not keep silent; 10 for I am with you, and no one will attack you to hurt you; for I have many people in this city.” 11 And he continued there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them.

Summary of Message: “God’s People in the City” by Pastor Bryan Hudson, D.Min.

This message focuses on God's call for His people to commit to long-term ministry and outreach, especially in the urban context, under the theme “Each One, Reach One.” Drawing from Acts 18, Pastor Hudson reflects on Paul’s ministry in Corinth, emphasizing that God told Paul in a vision, “Do not be afraid... for I have many people in this city.” This refers not only to current believers but to those who would be saved.

Key Themes:

God Knows Who Will Be Saved—We Don't
God, in His foreknowledge, knows those who will respond to the gospel.
Our responsibility is to share the message with everyone—we are not told who will or won’t respond.
Romans 8:29–30 outlines the process: foreknown, predestined, called, justified, glorified.

The Power and Necessity of the Gospel


Romans 1:16: “The gospel is the power of God to salvation.”
Programs and outreach are good, but they must be vehicles for presenting the gospel.

The Concept of “Locus” as Ministry Focus

"Locus" means the central area of activity.
Paul’s “locus” was preaching and teaching where God sent him, even staying for long periods to build impact.
We each must identify our personal ministry locus and stay committed.

Faithful Commitment Bears Fruit
Ministry impact takes time, consistency, and sometimes suffering.
Like Paul, we may face opposition, but God can shift us to nearby, fruitful places (e.g., Paul moved next door when rejected at the synagogue).

Being planted and focused leads to long-term results.
Salvation Process is God’s Work—but Requires Our Obedience
God does the calling, justifying, and glorifying.
Our job is to preach, share, and position ourselves so others can hear and respond.
Don’t Be Distracted or Discouraged

Ministry requires resilience. Not everyone will receive the message.
Even if we don’t see results, we may be sowing seeds others will water.

Christ Is Our Everything
1 Corinthians 1:30 says Christ becomes our wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption.
No one can boast—salvation is fully God’s work.

Final Challenge:
Recognize that God has people in your city who haven’t heard yet. Be intentional about your focus and committed to your calling. Share the gospel faithfully—through outreach, in relationships, and wherever God places you.

Conclusion:
The city is full of potential believers waiting to hear. Our role is not to figure out who they are, but to be faithful in sharing, knowing that God will do the work of salvation. As Pastor Hudson put it: “Get a real locus—something you can take to heaven with you.”









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"How You Overcome" - Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #169 for May 14, 2025

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“How You Overcome”




Revelation 12:10 Then I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, “Now salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of His Christ have come, for the accuser of our brethren, who accused them before our God day and night, has been cast down. 11 And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death

Listen to the Message from Sunday, May 14, 2025


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The Song of Mary: What is Your Song?

Sunday, May 11, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


The Song of Mary: What is Your Song?



What is this kind of  “song?”
It is a testimonial, a joyful and faith-filled declaration of God’s mercy, faithfulness and power in fulfilling His purpose through chosen vessels. 

Luke 1:46, And Mary said:“My soul magnifies the Lord, 47 And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior. 48 For He has regarded the lowly state of His maidservant; For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed. 49 For He who is mighty has done great things for me, And holy is His name. 50 And His mercy is on those who fear Him From generation to generation. He has shown strength with His arm; He has scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. 52 He has put down the mighty from their thrones, And exalted the lowly. 53 He has filled the hungry with good things, And the rich He has sent away empty. 54 He has helped His servant Israel, In remembrance of His mercy, 55 As He spoke to our fathers, To Abraham and to his seed forever.”


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"Lean the Right Way" - Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #168 for May 7, 2025

Wednesday, May 07, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“Lean the Right Way”





Proverbs 3:5-10, Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

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You Are the Salt of the Earth: What is the Salt of the Covenant? - Bible Study by Bryan Hudson, D.Min.

Thursday, May 01, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


You Are the Salt of the Earth: 
What is the Salt of the Covenant?



Mark 9:49
For everyone will be seasoned with fire, and every sacrifice will be seasoned with salt. 50 Salt is good, but if the salt loses its flavor, how will you season it? Have salt in yourselves, and have peace with one another.

Leviticus 2:12
As for the offering of the firstfruits, you shall offer them to the Lord, but they shall not be burned on the altar for a sweet aroma. 13 And every offering of your grain offering you shall season with salt; you shall not allow the salt of the covenant of your God to be lacking from your grain offering. With all your offerings you shall offer salt.


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"Shine Your Light Where It Is Needed" - Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #167 for April 30, 2025

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“Shine Your Light Where It Is Needed”





Listen to the Message from Sunday, April 27, 2025


Matthew 5:13, You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. 14 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.

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You Are the Light of the World: Authority and Responsibility – Message by Bryan Hudson, DMin.

Sunday, April 27, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“You Are the Light of the World: 
Authority and Responsibility”



Matthew 5:13, You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. 14 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.





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What it means to be the "Light of the World." - by Bryan Hudson, D.Min.

Saturday, April 26, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments

 

What it means to be the "Light of the World" - by Bryan Hudson, D.Min.



Matthew 5:14, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.

In this reflection, Dr. Bryan Hudson shares a renewed understanding of Jesus’ words, “You are the light of the world.” As he prepared for his sermon, he was reminded that believers are meant to shine light in the world, not just within the church. While fellowship is important, the primary mission is to impact society by addressing darkness with truth, love, and clarity.

Using his experience as a photographer, he compares overexposure—too much light in one place—to what happens when Christians focus only inward. Instead, we must bring light to places of injustice and confusion, including areas like diversity, equity, and inclusion. Speaking into real-world issues is part of the prophetic and biblical calling of God's people.

Dr. Hudson also reflects on Galatians 5:11, noting that the cross is offensive to those who rely on self-righteousness. Jesus' death and resurrection shift the focus from self to service. True purpose is found in reflecting God's light and serving others.

He concludes by urging believers to stop hiding within church walls and let their light shine in the world, as Jesus intended. He invites all to join his upcoming Sunday message on being both the light of the world and the salt of the earth.

This is Not Hard! – Some Scriptures that Support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Belonging)

Thursday, April 24, 2025 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments




Resisting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is foolish, ungodly, and inhumane. The strategies we see against DEI are not wisdom from “above.” The people and their strategies are self-serving – at best.

James 3:15, This wisdom does not descend from above, but is earthly, sensual, demonic. 
Matthew 6:10, Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven.

Identifying qualified people from a diverse pool is easy - unless the motivation is affinity bias, or something worse.

DIVERSITY: The practice or quality of including or involving people from a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds.

Revelation 7:9-10
After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands, and crying out with a loud voice, “Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!”

EQUITY: Treat with fairness and justice; Uphold a standard of righteousness

Proverbs 2:9
Then you will understand righteousness and justice, equity and every good path.

2 Samuel 8:15
So David reigned over all Israel. And David administered justice and equity to all his people.

INCLUSION (BELONGING): The practice of providing access to opportunities and resources for people who are excluded or marginalized.

Acts 6:1
Now in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplying, there arose a complaint against the Hebrews by the Hellenists, because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution

Nehemiah 8:10
Then he said to them, “Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to those for whom nothing is prepared"