Author: Pastor Curt

Bible Verse of The Day – 11-4-24

Colossians 2:6-7 (NKJV) 6 As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, 7 rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, as you have been taught, abounding in it with thanksgiving.

As we put our faith in Christ. We begin a growing process.

A root is created, and it begins to grow.

A seed has been planted. And it has sprouted into a seedling.

That root is small at first, and very delicate. The seedling (our newfound faith in Christ) needs tender care and nurturing to grow and become strong.

That single, tiny root needs to become stronger and multiply, becoming many large “root branches” over time.

Those “root branches” need to get deep into the soil and spread, giving us strength and resilience.

That strength and resilience is needed to help us stand strong when we face the storms (trials and tribulations) that life is sure to bring.

How deep our roots grow is determined solely by us. No one can grow them for us.

We choose whether we deny ourselves the necessary sustenance or feast on the nutrition that is necessary to give us those strong roots.

So, how do we grow our roots and make them strong?

The first essential step is to read God’s word. Feast on it. Absorb it as though our life depends on it; because it does!

And we get sound teaching that is firmly rooted in God’s word.

We avoid hype-based teaching that plays solely on our emotions and uses only snippets of scripture, many times taken out of context, in an effort to get us excited while failing to teach the whole truth of God’s word.

Our emotions are fickle and changeable. We should not rely on them because they change like the wind.

But God is steadfast!

He supplies us with what is needed to get those roots deep and strong; able to withstand whatever comes our way.

And that strength can make a mighty warrior, fighting in the army of God against the wiles of the devil himself.

Are we willing to do what it takes to grow those roots to be deep and strong?

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
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Hampstead, NC 28443

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Bible Verse of The Day – 11-3-24 – Free Indeed

Please click to watch the video now.Greetings in the mighty name of Jesus Christ! 

There is one Name by which men can be saved. And one Name by which men can be delivered; The name of Jesus Christ. 

In our newest video, Free Indeed, we teach about the freedom given through deliverance by the name and the power of Christ. 

We hope you will watch this video and share it with others, so freedom can come to those who need it, in His name. 

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We hope that God uses this video to set the people free who are in desperate need of that freedom. 

We love you all. 

Sincerely, 

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie 

Seven Seas Ministries
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Bible Verse of The Day – 11-2-24

Psalm 128:2 (NKJV) 2 When you eat the labor of your hands, You shall be happy, and it shall be well with you.

I remember as a child my dad would go out every Spring and get the rototiller out of the shed and begin to plow the ground where our garden was going to be.

That ground would be hard and matted down; compressed from the hard, cold winter months.

I would see him working so hard to keep that rototiller going in a straight path. If he didn’t hold it in place, it would bounce back and forth, from side to side as it tried to break the ground.

Eventually it would begin to get a little easier for him as the tines broke ground and got a little deeper down into the soil.

For my Dad, this was hard work. It must have been tiring for him to do.

Maybe some of us are feeling tired.

The ground we have been plowing has been taking its toll on us.

It’s been hard ground to prepare and break up, having to push through each day. And sometimes it makes us feel like giving up and putting down the plow.

But God is saying, “well done! Stay steadfast. The winds of change are coming.”

After the rototilling is done, the next step is planting the seeds!

This doesn’t mean we can just kick back and relax. That would cause all our hard work to go to waste.

There’s still watering, weeding, and nurturing if we want it to grow and be fruitful.

But know that better days are coming.

We will receive the reward when we see that beautiful bud on that plant and watch it grow to its fullness!

We will eat and enjoy the fruits of our work and be happy when they produce a harvest!

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries 
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Bible Verse of The Day – 11-1-24

Romans 8:22 (LSB) 22 For we know that the whole creation groans and suffers the pains of childbirth together until now.

As we all watch the events of the world, it is impossible not to see the blatant increase in evil.

It seems that each day we are confronted with something new, almost like the devil himself wagging his finger in our faces, saying, “I dare you to try and stop me”.

As members of the body of Christ, it should be impossible for us not to see these things.

The Holy Spirit dwelling in us should make it easy to see truth amid the onslaught of attempted deceptions.

Even the earth is groaning with the weight of it, as we see global upheavals of epic proportions with unparalleled storms, earthquakes, volcanic activity, and much more.

The earth knows that things are terribly wrong. Not because the earth is a being or has consciousness, as some would try to lead us to believe.

But because the earth and everything in it was created to be subject to the Creator.

Jesus alluded to this as the Pharisees tried to silence the crowds who were praising God upon His entrance into Jerusalem just prior to His crucifixion and death on the cross.

Luke 19:40 (LSB) 40 But Jesus answered and said, “I tell you, if these were silent, the stones will cry out!”

So, let us not be confused or bewildered by what is happening. We are witnessing God’s word being played out before our eyes.

Now is not the time for us to be fearful, but to draw closer to Him than we have ever drawn before. To press in more tightly than at any point in our lives. And to listen more intently for His voice than at any time in our lives.

And to obey His leading in all that we do.

In this we will find our solace, and the peace that surpasses all understanding.

Amen

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
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Bible Verse of The Day – 10-31-24

Acts 4:12 (NKJV) 12 Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.”

Jesus Christ is the only Way to God! He is our Savior.

God made a way for us to have life after we leave this earth. This happens by us putting our faith and trust in His Son, Jesus Christ, while we are here on earth.

As a child, my parents made us children go to Sunday School; all 9 of us.

But, that isn’t what saved me.

Learning those lesson was good for me. But what saved me was when I walked to the front of the church and asked the Pastor to pray with me, as I believed that Jesus Christ was my Lord and Savior. I wanted to be forgiven for my sins and live for Him.

Jesus is who saved me!

I was a child, and for sure didn’t know all the ins and outs at that time. But I knew in that little heart of mine that I wanted Jesus Christ!

It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know the truth. It takes listening to our heart no matter our age, as the Holy Spirit convicts us of our sinful condition and draws us to Him.

John 14:6 (NKJV) 6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.

Is He speaking to you today right where you are?

Cry out to Him and repent of your sins. Ask Him to forgive you and be your Savior. He is waiting for you!

Please reply to this message and write to us and let us know if you did pray today to be saved. We want to keep you in our prayers as well.

God is faithful! Amen.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries 
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Bible Verse of The Day – 10-30-24

Psalm 51:12 (LSB) 12 Restore to me the joy of Your salvation And sustain me with a willing spirit.

Th entire 51st Psalm is a prayer of David after being confronted by the prophet, Nathan.

Nathan had reprimanded David for his affair with Bathsheba and the subsequent murder of her husband, Uriah.

This prayer in its entirety is an incredible expose` on the topic of sin, repentance, God’s mercy, and the forgiveness of God.

As David was confronted with the enormity and the moral gravity of his sins, he immediately repented before God and cried out for His mercy.

He knew his sins were great. But he also understood that God’s mercy was bigger.

His statement above is interesting.

He asked God to restore the joy of His salvation.

His heart had failed in making the decision to commit adultery with Bathsheba. But it had failed exponentially more with his decision to try to cover up that sin with the the murder of her husband.

One wrong choice was leading to many other wrong choices. And they were beginning to pile up.

The weight of his guilt was crushing him. And now he was asking God to restore his joy; the joy that comes with God’s mercy and redemption.

This is what sets David apart from so many others. He sincerely wanted to do right. He wanted to please God and serve Him wholly.

So, when he dropped the ball and did something wrong, he did not run from it or try to pass the blame onto someone else.

He stood up like a mature man of God and did what was required to make things right, even knowing that the repercussions might be painful and hard to bear.

May we all do likewise, willingly admitting our failures, and laying them before God in repentance, seeking His mercy and correction.

And then walking out what He shows us to do, that we would not be separated from Him by our sins.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
49 N Lamplighters Walk
Hampstead, NC 28443

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Bible Verse of The Day – 10-29-24

Acts 5:1 (NKJV) 1 But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession.

This event took place in the early days of the church, when the hearts of the people were united, and they gave everything, all their possessions, for the needs of others.

When Ananias sold his possession, he gave some of the money from the sale to the church, but led the disciples to believe he was giving the entire sum.

He willfully mis-led them.

But Peter, being led by the Holy Spirit, questioned him about it.

Acts 5:3 (NKJV) 3 But Peter said, “Ananias, why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit and keep back part of the price of the land for yourself?

He pointed it out. And look at what he called it; lying to the Holy Spirit.

Keeping part of the money wasn’t the problem. It was his deceit, acting as though he was giving it all.

You see, it’s important to stay straight with God.

Yes, we are imperfect. And we sometimes do things that are contrary to what we know is right.

But, trying to act as though we are doing the right things when we are not is worse than just going to God, admitting our guilt and asking for His help with getting it right.

We can’t pretend with God.

Maybe someone today is faking it, and everyone around us thinks we are doing it right. But deep down we know there are some things we need to confess, own up to, repent for, and get on track with.

People may think we are fine. But God knows the truth. He sees our heart.

Are we lying to Him? Will we continue to fake it and keep up with the deceit?

It’s not too late.

Today is our day to admit what it is that we have been hiding, bring it to the surface and make things right with God.

Amen.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries 
49 N Lamplighters Walk 
Hampstead, NC 28443

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Bible Verse of The Day – 10-28-24

Psalm 121:1-2 (LSB) 121 I will lift up my eyes to the mountains; From where shall my help come? 2 My help comes from Yahweh, Who made heaven and earth.

Trials. Tough times. Unexpected crises. Sudden tragedies. Famines. Sadness. Loss. Mourning.

These are things we all face in our lifetimes. Jesus told us this would be so.

John 16:33 (NKJV) 33 These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”

So, the question is not whether we will face them. The question is how we will walk through them.

Where will we find our solace? Where will we find our peace. Where will we find our hope?

Where will we find our help?

There is only one true Source of help; God, our Creator, and our Redeemer.

Others may help us in some way. But if we look only to people, we are missing what God offers us.

He never sleeps or slumbers.

He never changes.

He never leaves us or forsakes us.

He gives us peace in the storm.

Let us put our trust in Him no matter what life throws at us.

We will not regret it.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
49 N Lamplighters Walk
Hampstead, NC 28443

401-439-3780

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Bible Verse of The Day – 10-27-24 – Rooted in Christ

Please click to watch the video now.Greetings in the precious name of Jesus! 

We trust that you are growing closer to God each day 🙏🏻 

We have a new video for you today that teaches not just about growing but being rooted in Christ. 

The video is aptly titled, Rooted in Christ. 

We hope this video will bring knowledge and understanding regarding the importance of growing those deep roots that make us immovable during times of storms or trials.

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We love you all! 

Enjoy the rest of your day and keep pressing into God. 

Sincerely in Christ, 

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie 

Seven Seas Ministries
49 N Lamplighters Walk
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401-439-3780

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Bible Verse of The Day – 10-26-24

Acts 4:16 (NKJV) 16 saying, “What shall we do to these men? For, indeed, that a notable miracle has been done through them is evident to all who dwell in Jerusalem, and we cannot deny it.

In the verse above, the Jewish leaders admitted they could not deny what had taken place. A lame man had been healed and was now able to walk, after he had been seen in this condition his entire life.

Despite this, they still wanted to stop Peter and John from teaching and sharing the truth about Jesus.

Acts 4:18 (NKJV) 18 So they called them and commanded them not to speak at all nor teach in the name of Jesus.

A hard and rebellious heart will keep us from believing the truth, even if it is right in front of our face.

Some people will go to great lengths to say or do the opposite of what they know to be true, just to be able to keep things going the way they want them to go.

And they will deal harshly with those who refuse to agree with them.

Although these men could not deny what had taken place with this healing, they chose not to accept it for what it was!

Let us join in prayer for those who have hardened their hearts against receiving the truth. That they will hear God’s voice and accept His word, allowing Him to soften them so that they can hear, receive and walk in that truth!

God will touch them no matter how hard they have become. But they must be willing to accept what it is He is showing them.

Hebrews 3:15 (NKJV) 15 while it is said: “Today, if you will hear His voice, Do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion.”

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries 
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Bible Verse of The Day – 10-25-24

1 Chronicles 28:9 (NLT) 9 “And Solomon, my son, learn to know the God of your ancestors intimately. Worship and serve him with your whole heart and a willing mind. For the Lord sees every heart and knows every plan and thought. If you seek him, you will find him. But if you forsake him, he will reject you forever.

As David spoke with his son, Solomon, he was preparing him for his life ahead and his reign as king over God’s chosen people.

He told Solomon to “learn to know the God of your ancestors intimately.”

David was implying that Solomon must do more than just know who God is. He should become acquainted with Him, understand Him, and cherish Him, developing a relationship that goes beyond rituals and traditions.

David then gave Solomon some of the most important words of wisdom he could when he told Solomon to worship and serve God with his whole heart, and a willing mind.

The heart (the manner and attitude) with which we serve God speaks volumes about the strength and the nature of that relationship.

And this is why God places such importance on the condition of our heart.

Because out of it flow the springs of life.

Proverbs 4:23 (LSB) 23 Guard your heart with all diligence, For from it flow the springs of life.

What is in our hearts comes out. It manifests itself in the things we say and the actions we take. It proves who we are.

Allowing God to guard our heart creates a place within us that God can nurture and develop, shaping and molding us in the way He can best use us, and which benefits us as well.

God sees our heart, and He knows every thought and every plan.

Let us do as David counseled Solomon; learn to know God intimately, worshiping and serving Him with our whole heart and a willing mind, that we may seek Him and find Him.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
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Hampstead, NC 28443

401-439-3780

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