Walking in Step with God with Steve McDonald

If these people saw the real me, they wouldn't want me around.” I get it. We all have a need for belonging, and maybe you feel as though you need to fake things just to belong. This could be in your workplace or at school, maybe in your family. The truth is that you are not defined by others, you are defined by who you are in God. God created a masterpiece in you. You are perfectly made in His eyes. Yes, society conditions us to define our worth by our wealth, our possessions, and social status, but none of this is important to God. God can help you to know who you are and guide you to the environment and community that you will flourish and thrive - just as you are.
Curious to learn more? Join us this Friday @ 7pm Pacific, right here on this podcast as we explore the topic “Find Your Place”. Bless you.

Society may label people in many ways, but we choose how we treat them. Let’s rise above labels and see others through God’s eyes—with love, grace, and respect for all. 🌿 #Faith #Love #Compassion

Lean on God as your source of truth, asking Him to guide and equip you to treat everyone with respect, kindness, and compassion. His love within you can change hearts—starting with your own. 💛 #Faith #Kindness #Love

We aren’t born knowing hate—we learn it. But through God’s love, we can unlearn it. He calls us to love everyone equally, just as He loves us.

Some biases run deep—they were learned long ago. But God can soften our hearts, open our eyes, and help us see others through His truth and love. 💛 #Faith #Growth #GodsLove

In today’s video message, we explore how to move past societal divisions and walk in the posture of God’s love. Here is a rundown on what we discuss: We recognized that while biases are often taught to us from a young age, we have the power to change our minds and seek God’s help to confront them. 🕊️ We explored practicing compassion by choosing to treat every individual with the same respect and dignity we wish to receive. 🤝 We discussed the opportunity to go against the grain by showing love to groups that society often treats poorly or labels unfairly. 🌟 Missed the episode? Watch here: 👉🏼 wiswgod.org/message Tune in tonight at 7pm Pacific on our YouTube channel, Facebook Group, and wherever you get your podcasts we discuss the topic
"Connect Beyond Labels". Miss the episode? Watch here: 👉🏼 https://wiswgod.org/message
 
#ConnectBeyondLabels #WalkingWithGod #FaithAndUnity #Inclusion #GodsLove

Today’s challenge: step outside your comfort zone. Talk to someone you’d normally avoid. Listen to their real story, not the one you’ve written. Trade labels for compassion and let God’s light shift your heart. 💛 #Faith #CompassionChallenge

 Yes, of course, I stay away from that woman in our office. She always brings in strong-smelling food and wears strange clothing. You know how those people are. Who knows what she is really up to?” So there is someone at the office who eats different foods and dresses differently from you. What labels have you placed on this individual that keep you at arm's length? The truth is, until you’ve actually sat down and had a real conversation with her, you don’t have any ground to stand on to judge or accuse her of wrongdoing. It’s so easy to let labels create a distance between us, but we have to remember that God doesn't see those labels. In His eyes, there is no 'us' and 'them'—He loves both of you equally and without measure. Because God knows and loves you both infinitely and equally, you can only reach your own fullest potential when your life is built on that same foundation of unconditional faith and love. Curious to learn more? Join us this Friday @ 7pm Pacific, right here on this podcast as we explore the topic “Connect Beyond Labels”. Bless you.

God sees when we lift others up and when we fall short. Yet His mercy never fades. When we come to Him with a sincere heart and ask for forgiveness, He offers it freely. 💛 #Grace #Forgiveness #Faith

When we ask God for direction, He guides us gently, revealing signs, moments, and “breadcrumbs” that lead us toward the path of true purpose and fulfillment. Trust His way. 🌿 #Faith #Guidance #Purpose