Oxford Dictionary's 2025 word of the year was "Rage Bait"—content posted on the internet with the specific intention of making you angry. It is designed to provoke and offend. We live in an ecosystem of manufactured outrage. Every time you open your phone, someone dangles a hook in front of your face. They want you to bite. They want you to lose control. They want to monetize your fury. We see this spirit entering the church. We see the polarization that tears nations apart trying to tear our pews apart. We see brothers and sisters who should be united by the blood of Jesus being divided by the hot blood of an argument on social media. We need to pause and recognize the danger. Rage is not just an emotion. It is a spiritual trap. "For the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God" (James 1:20, NKJV). When we bite the Rage Bait, we swallow a poison that kills our witness. "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God" (Matthew 5:9, NKJV). Notice He did not say "Blessed are the ones who win the debate." He blessed the peacemakers. This is our identity. As Seventh-day Adventists, we are people of the Sabbath. The Sabbath is a sanctuary in time. It is a day of rest, not a day of rage. How do we respond? First, we must refuse to bite the bait. We need the discipline of silence. Second, we must practice the soft answer. "A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger" (Proverbs 15:1, NKJV). The church must be the noise-canceling headphones for a stressed-out world. When the world screams with hate, we emit the inverse frequency of grace. We are here to lower the volume. We are here to bring sanity back to the conversation. If the world has its Rage Bait, we have the Bread of Life. Be the calm in the storm. Be the grace in the grit. About the series From the Heart is a weekly devotional series in which Pastor Köhler reflects on what it means to be grounded in the Bible and focused on the mission, collectively and individually. Each episode is grounded in the four pillars of the Seventh-day Adventist Church strategic plan: Communion with God, Identity in Christ, Unity through the Holy Spirit, and Mission for All. The series connects biblical faith to everyday life, sharing short reflections and glimpses of how God is at work through the Adventist Church around the world. Subscribe and join us each week as we live out our faith and prepare for Jesus's return. – The Seventh-day Adventist Church has been an established denomination since 1863. It is a global Christian family with over 23 million members who hold the Bible as the ultimate authority. We are believers committed to helping people understand the Bible to find freedom, healing, and hope in Jesus. Want to learn more about the Seventh-day Adventist Church? Visit our website at: https://www.adventist.org/ Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzn-CVUSObQ

Bible verse of the day: "For you did not receive a spirit that makes you a slave again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption. And by him we cry, 'Abba, Father.'" — Romans 8:15 (NIV) Welcome to our Daily Prayer Meeting!
This is a safe space where you are seen, heard, and prayed for. Start your day in God's presence—every day at 8AM ET, we share a short devotional from God's Word and lift your prayer requests to Him. You're not alone! Our prayer team is here to intercede with you and for you. Whether you need prayer, celebrate a breakthrough, or start your day with Jesus, you're in the right place. Share your prayer requests or testimonies of praise here: https://wkf.ms/3DBuapQ Engage with us in the comments:
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Share this video with someone who needs hope or tag a loved one who needs encouragement today. Today’s Message: Pr Dave Ketelsen The Seventh-day Adventist Church has been an established denomination since 1863. It is a global Christian family with over 21 million members who hold the Bible as the ultimate authority. We are believers committed to helping people understand the Bible to find freedom, healing, and hope in Jesus. Want to learn more about the Seventh-day Adventist Church? 
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Watch our full playlist of daily prayer videos here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-k2Gb-DBYo–V8axD7iFUL6TFEckrhxv&si=vIljgfwrSZN6iJR2 God First, Daily Prayer, Prayer Meeting, Christian Prayer, Morning Devotional, Hope In Jesus, Bible Verse Of The Day, Prayer Request, Faith Community, Seventh Day Adventist Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUYdXYk8x2s

Waiting on God is not wasted time. It's preparation. Type "AMEN" if you're choosing to trust His timing, and share this with someone waiting on God, too. Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SYFr5ytbTvI

Bible verse of the day: "The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe." — Proverbs 18:10 (NIV) Welcome to our Daily Prayer Meeting!
This is a safe space where you are seen, heard, and prayed for. Start your day in God's presence—every day at 8AM ET, we share a short devotional from God's Word and lift your prayer requests to Him. You're not alone! Our prayer team is here to intercede with you and for you. Whether you need prayer, celebrate a breakthrough, or start your day with Jesus, you're in the right place. Share your prayer requests or testimonies of praise here: https://wkf.ms/3DBuapQ Engage with us in the comments:
• How can we pray for you today?
• Where are you watching from?
• What are you thankful for? How has God answered your prayers? Let’s grow together in faith, hope, and love—one prayer at a time.
Share this video with someone who needs hope or tag a loved one who needs encouragement today. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Kj0VfIBHSY

If you want to truly know God, start with His Word. These verses reveal His love, character, and desire to be close to you. Which verse spoke to you the most? Share this with someone who needs it. Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/2-s8qdRRpu0