The Apostle Paul’s Admission of Flaws

JEFF TURNER

In the Bible, there’s a well-known statement: “The good that I want to do, I do not do, but the evil I do not want to do—this I keep on doing.” Many might guess a troubled figure like King Saul or Judas Iscariot said these words. But surprisingly, these words came from the apostle Paul, one of the greatest leaders of the Christian faith.

Paul, the writer of 13 New Testament books and a powerful preacher of Jesus Christ, admitted this personal struggle in Romans 7:14-25. Even though he was deeply committed to God, Paul confessed that he still battled against sin within himself. This wasn’t a moment of weakness before his conversion, but an honest reflection as a believer.

This passage speaks for every Christian, no matter how faithful or spiritually mature they are. When followers of Christ compare their lives to the perfect standard of God’s law and the depth of their love for Him, they realise they often fall short. True believers don’t claim to be sinless. Instead, they recognise their flaws and eagerly look forward to the day they will be made perfect in heaven.

He was not the Light, but he came to testify about the Light.

John 1:8

The Power of Grace in Christianity

JEFF TURNER

Throughout history, people have been drawn to hear the message of Jesus. In the Gospel of John, we see that while large crowds often gathered to listen, many left when faced with difficult truths. One example appears in John chapter 6, where Jesus tells the people, “No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws them.” This statement caused great offence then, and it continues to trouble many today.

The heart of the issue is pride. Every person is born into a state of sin and unbelief, and pride is a central part of that condition. This pride fuels countless false religions, all built on the idea that people can earn their way to salvation through good deeds. But Christianity teaches something entirely different — that salvation is not something one can achieve through effort.

People often resist this message because it means admitting their complete helplessness. Without God’s intervention, without Him drawing us, no one would come to faith. Faith is essential, yet it is not something we produce on our own. It is a response made possible only through God’s grace. This truth, though hard to accept for the proud human heart, should lead us to humility and gratitude.

For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this is not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not a result of works, so that no one may boast.

Ephesians 2:8-9

Texas Gospel Canada Top 30 – June 2025

DAVID INGRAM, SR.

Welcome to the Texas Gospel Canada Top 30 Songs of June 2025! This list is meticulously compiled based on the actual number of plays each song received in the previous month (May.) The Texas Gospel Top 30 is proudly submitted to top Southern Gospel publications including The Singing News and SGNScoops.

1 God Won’t – Nelons (featuring Autumn Nelon Streetman) – Daywind/New Day
2 More Than A Hollow Hallelujah – Isaacs – House of Isaacs
3 That’s What Faith Looks Like – Karen Peck & New River – Daywind/New Day
4 God Has Heard Your Cry – Taylors – StowTown/Provident-Sony
5 Standing With You – The Sound – New Day Records/New Day
6 Kick Up My Heels And Sing – Guardians – Daywind/New Day
7 Free – Brian Free & Assurance – Daywind/New Day
8 Goodness And Mercy – Lee Park Worship – Vital Records/New Day
9 Nothing Greater Than Grace – Mercy’s Well – Independent
10 He Remembers My Sin No More – Kramers – StowTown/Provident-Sony
11 Motel Bible – Scotty Inman – Daywind/New Day –
12 Sunshine On A Cloudy Day – Jeff & Sheri Easter (with The Archers) – Gaither Music/Capitol Christian
13 God Has A Way Of Workin’ It Out – Chronicle – ARS/New Day
14 None But Jesus – Erwins – StowTown/Provident-Sony
15 More – Allens – ARS/New Day
16 I Saw Angels Today – 2nd Chance Ministries – Independent
17 Child Of The King – Old Time Preacher’s Quartet – REAL Southern Gospel Records
18 Mercy River – Down East Boys – Sonlite/Crossroads
19 Jesus Stays – Jim & Melissa Brady – Daywind/New Day
20 No Better Time – Kingdom Heirs – Sonlite/Crossroads
21 Love ‘Em Where They Are – Gaither Vocal Band – Spring House Music Group
22 Build An Altar – Sunday Drive – StowTown/Provident-Sony
23 Still Under His Feet – Anthem Edition – Sonlite/Crossroads
24 Remember The Blood – Exodus – Independent
25 Door Wide Open – Gordon Mote – New Haven/Provident-Sony
26 Just To Know You – Heart 2 Heart – ARS/New Day
27 Troubled – LeFevre Quartet (with Joseph Habedank) – Daywind/New Day
28 Wait For It – Zane & Donna King – StowTown/Provident-Sony
29 Limitless God – 8th Street – ARS/New Day
30 Golgotha’s Call – Bibletones – Independent

A thought about trusting God

FLOYD ROGERS

When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to think everything is out of control. But if God truly controls all things, then your life is not without direction. God holds your life steady, even when it seems uncertain. Isn’t the real question whether you trust Him enough to believe He will lead you to make the right choices?

If your trust in God is complete, your main concern becomes one simple thing: is this decision part of God’s will? If the answer is yes, then you can move forward with confidence. This kind of faith brings peace, joy, and a calm heart, because you know God is guiding you.

Living this way means choosing, on purpose, to obey God no matter what might happen next. You trust Him with the outcome.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart
And do not lean on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 3:5-6

God’s Unseen Protection

AMY TURNER

Psalm 125:2 gives a powerful image of God’s care for His people: “As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds his people both now and forevermore.” This verse reminds us of the strong, unshaken protection God provides.

Anyone who has travelled through towering mountain ranges like the Rockies understands the feeling of being enclosed by their vastness. In a similar way, those journeying to Jerusalem in ancient times would see hills encircling the city, offering a sense of safety. These hills, though not as tall, stood as a symbol of God’s protection for those heading to worship.

Mountains, by nature, do not move. Even when fog or storms hide them from view, they remain firm and unmoved. God’s protection is the same. Even when we cannot see or feel it, His care surrounds us. The promise of His presence isn’t based on our awareness but on His faithfulness. In difficult times, we can quietly rest in faith, trusting that His steady, unseen arms hold us securely.

For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Romans 8:38-39