The Daily Dose

08/06/2026

"Carry Us With You"

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08/02/2026

The Daily Dose: Command the morning

Job 38:12
In that verse, God asks Job, "Have you commanded the morning since your days began, and caused the dawn to know its place?

”This wasn’t a literal instruction for Job to control the sunrise—it was a divine challenge.

God was reminding Job of His sovereignty and creative power. Job had questioned God’s justice amid suffering, so the Lord responded by revealing how vast His authority truly is—even over the rhythm of day and night.

Spiritually, many believers interpret this verse as a call to speak life and authority into each new day. "Commanding the morning” symbolizes aligning your words and faith with God’s will at the start of the day—declaring blessings, peace, and purpose before anything else can take shape.

In short, God's question showed Job his human limits. Our response today turns that awareness into action — using prayer and confession to set the tone for the day.

Have a spirit-filled Sunday.

Jerry W. Porter

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07/30/2026

The Daily Dose

Welcome to the Daily Spiritual Gym. There's no fee to enter because Jesus paid the membership fee.

This week, step into the Spiritual Gym and strengthen the gifts God has placed within you.

Every lesson is a workout, every Scripture builds your faith, and every act of obedience makes you spiritually stronger.

"Train yourself to be godly." — 1 Timothy 4:7

Jerry W. Porter
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07/30/2026

The Daily Dose Spiritual Fitness Introduction

Step into the Spiritual Gym—no sign-up fee, no monthly dues, and no hidden costs. The membership has already been paid in full by Jesus Christ.

We invite you to join us for a powerful four-week Daily Dose series entitled

Let’s Workout: Exercising Your Spiritual Gift

Just like the body needs physical exercise to stay strong, your spiritual life needs intentional training to grow, strengthen, and operate in purpose. God has already placed gifts within you—this series is about activating them, developing them, and putting them to work for His glory.

Each week, we will step into a different “workout station” based on Romans 12, exploring how to identify and exercise the spiritual gifts God has given us. Whether your gift is serving, teaching, encouraging, leading, giving, showing mercy, or speaking truth—there is a place for you in this spiritual gym.

No intimidation. No comparison. Just growth, purpose, and spiritual strengthening.

We look forward to seeing you in the Spiritual Gym. No membership required. Jesus has already paid your membership fee.

Let’s get spiritually fit together.

Spiritual Gym Workout Routine

Starting on Thursdays for four weeks:

Week One: July 30th.
Week Two: August 6th.
Week Three: August 13th.
Week four: August 20th.

Don't miss the message trying to figure out the Messenger. You guys better stay with me. I'm going somewhere with these inspirations. Have a wonderfulWednesday. Let’s go!

Stay tuned as we prepare to launch the series.

Jerry W. Porter
Your Daily Dose Host

"My pen serves as both my closest companion and my source of healing."

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07/28/2026

07/28/2026

Many people spend hours in the gym exercising their muscles so they can become stronger. On some days they focus on their arms, while on other days they work on their legs, chest, or back. The goal is simple: strengthen the muscles that will help them perform at their best.

The same principle applies to our spiritual lives.

Before you can strengthen your spiritual gift, you must first know what your gift is. God has uniquely equipped each of us with gifts and talents to serve His Kingdom. Just as physical muscles become weak when they are not used, spiritual gifts become stronger when they are exercised.

In the physical world, some people rely on workout programs like Body by Jake to develop stronger muscles. But when it comes to building spiritual muscles, we need a different program—Body by Jesus. His Word is our training manual. Prayer is our conditioning exercise. Faith is our endurance training. Obedience is our daily workout.

In Romans 12, Paul identifies several spiritual gifts:

Prophecy
Serving
Teaching
Encouraging (Exhortation)
Giving
Leadership
Mercy

Each gift has a purpose, and every believer has been given at least one gift to help build up the body of Christ. The more we use our gifts, the stronger they become and the greater impact they have on those around us.

As I finish writing this inspiration, I must admit that it has made me a little tired because I've been exercising my mental muscles. Yet I am reminded that growth only comes through use. Whether physical, mental, or spiritual, muscles become stronger when they are exercised consistently.

"Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them." — Romans 12:6

So here's today's Daily Dose question:

Do you know what your spiritual gift is?

Stay tuned for the Do you know your spiritual gift(s) series starting Thursday, July 30th.

Have a terrific Tuesday.
Let's go!

Jerry W. Porter
Your Daily Dose Host

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07/26/2026

The Daily Dose

Do You Know Your Spiritual Gifts?

Join us on this exciting four-week journey as we meander through the pages of the Bible to discover the spiritual gifts God has placed within each of us.

So lace up your boots, put on your backpack, and get ready for the adventure! Together, we'll explore God's Word, grow in our faith, and learn how to use our gifts to serve others and glorify Him.

Join us every Thursday beginning July 30th, August 6th, 13th, and 20th for this inspiring four-week series!

Stay tuned! It's time to ride.

Don't miss the message trying to figure out the Messenger. You guys better stay with me. I'm going somewhere with these inspirations. Have a spirit-filledSunday. Let’s go!

Jerry W. Porter
Your Daily Dose Host

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07/22/2026

The Daily Dose

Full coverage insurance:
I Gotcha Covered

Today, I got a powerful reminder that God is always watching over us.

I had just returned home after paying my power bill when I heard a BIG BOOM!

A few moments later, my mail carrier called and asked, "Did you know a huge tree limb just fell and knocked your power line down? Sparks were flying everywhere!"

I said, thanks for letting me know. I thought that a transformer had gone out.

I then contacted the power company, and they assured me that a crew would be there as soon as possible.

As I stood there taking it all in, one thought kept running through my mind: Thank You, Jesus! That limb could have easily fallen on my house.

During the last ice storm, I had several limbs trimmed away from the roof, and today I realized just how important that decision had been.

When the lineman arrived to replace the power line, he looked at me and said, "You are lucky."

I simply pointed toward the sky. At first, he didn't understand what I meant.
Then I told him, "Jesus is my best friend."

What he didn't know is that every day I plead the blood of Jesus over my home, my vehicles, and my body. I ask the Lord to station His angels around my property and to fill everything I own with the power and presence of the Holy Spirit.

That's what I call full coverage insurance!

Some people have Allstate insurance. I have Jesus Insurance. His policy never expires, His protection never fails, and His love never runs out.

Now, don't misunderstand me. We still need to use wisdom. It looks like I'll be calling someone to trim a few more tree limbs. Faith and common sense go hand in hand.

Today's experience reminded me that while we can't stop every storm, we can trust the One who stands with us through every storm.

So today, take a moment to thank God for the things that didn't happen. Thank Him for the accidents He prevented, the dangers you never saw, and the countless times He covered you when you didn't even realize you needed His protection.

All I can say is…

Thank You, Jesus!
"He shall give His angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways." — Psalm 91:11 (KJV)

Have a wonderful Wednesday.

Jerry W. Porter
Your Daily Dose Host

I'm grateful no one was hurt and that the damage was limited to the power line. It's a powerful testimony of gratitude and faith.

As I sit here thanking the Lord, I have to add this to my post.

Around 8:00 a.m., I was outside torching weeds beneath the very large tree branch that later fell around 11:00 a.m. As I think about it now, I realize that branch could have easily fallen on me.

What seemed like an ordinary morning became a powerful reminder that God's protection is often at work even when we don't see it. Today, I'm especially grateful for His covering, His timing, and His grace. Thank You, Lord, for watching over me.

"My pen serves as both my closest companion and my source of healing."

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07/21/2026

The Daily Dose

Sometimes we listen to respond instead of listening to receive. Today’s Daily Dose encourages us to truly hear what God is saying. Welcome to your Daily Dose.

Did You Take Your Medicine Today?

The Bible reminds us that "A cheerful heart is good medicine." Laughter has a way of lifting the spirit, easing the mind, and bringing joy to the soul.

So today, don't forget to take your daily dose of medicine—laugh! Smile often. Find something that brings you joy. Share a kind word, enjoy a funny moment, and thank God for the gift of another day.

If you learn to laugh each day, it just might help keep the devil discouraged and the doctor a little farther away. While laughter isn't a substitute for medical care, it is wonderful medicine for the heart and soul.

Prescription:
Laugh every day. Refill as often as needed. There are no harmful side effects—only joy, hope, and encouragement.

This prescription has been lovingly prescribed by,

Jerry W. Porter
Your Daily Dose Host & Spiritual Pharmacist

"My pen serves as both my closest companion and my source of healing."

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07/21/2026

Don't Forget to Command Your Morning

Every morning is a fresh opportunity to set the tone for your day. Don't just wake up—command your morning! By commanding your morning, you are declaring what you expect instead of allowing circumstances to dictate your attitude.

Jesus taught us about the power of our words. He said that if we have faith, we can speak to the mountain and tell it to move. Don't speak defeat over your day. Speak life, peace, strength, wisdom, favor, and victory.

Declare: "Today will be a good day. I will walk in God's favor. I will have peace in the middle of every storm. I will be a blessing to someone, and God will direct my steps."

Remember, your words have power. Speak with faith, expect God's best, and watch how He works throughout your day.

"Whoever says to this mountain, 'Be removed and be cast into the sea,' and does not doubt in his heart, but believes... it will be done." — Mark 11:23

Jerry W. Porter
Your Daily Dose Host