Theme Verse:

“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.” — Philippians 2:3 (NIV)

Sometimes loving someone means knowing when to step aside.
Not because you’re giving up.
Not because you don’t belong.
But because putting them first is more important than proving your point.

In today’s episode of CJ In the Morning, we’re talking about the kind of love that doesn’t always show up loud.
The love that sacrifices pride for peace.
The love that reflects Christ—not in winning—but in choosing what’s best for others.

In This Episode:
❤️ Why real love sometimes hurts
❤️ The difference between fighting for someone and forcing yourself in
❤️ How Jesus shows us what it means to stay quiet for a greater good
❤️ A blessing for when you’re overlooked, but faithful

Scriptures Mentioned:

• Philippians 2:3 — “In humility value others above yourselves.”

• John 15:13 — “Greater love has no one than this…”

• Proverbs 15:1 — “A gentle answer turns away wrath…”

• Romans 12:18 — “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”

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Theme Verse:

“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” — Romans 5:8 (NIV)

Think you’re too far gone for God’s forgiveness? Think again.
This episode is for the bruised, the battle-weary, and the ones who’ve convinced themselves they’re not “good enough” for grace.

We’re talking about the cost of real love, the fight for what matters, and why you absolutely belong in God’s house—no matter your past.

In This Episode:
❤️ The gritty, bloody reality of sacrificial love
❤️ Why fighting for what you love is holy
❤️ Smashing the lie: “I can’t walk into a church”
❤️ God’s grace reaches further than your worst mistakes
❤️ A blessing for the battle you’re in

Scriptures Mentioned:

• Romans 5:8 – “While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

• Psalm 40:2 – “He lifted me out of the slimy pit…”

• Isaiah 1:18 – “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow…”

• Hebrews 12:2 – “For the joy set before him he endured the cross…”

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“See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?”
— Isaiah 43:19 (NIV)

Sometimes the swamp feels safer than the freedom waiting outside of it.
You’ve gotten used to surviving, to isolation, to playing it small. But here’s the truth—you’re allowed to begin again. Even if you’re still healing. Even if the past still lingers. Even if you’re not sure you deserve it.

In today’s episode of CJ In the Morning, I talk about the hard but holy act of stepping out of emotional hiding and into a new beginning—even if you’re muddy, scared, or unsure.

💬 Why we cling to the “emotional swamp” of our past
💬 What it means to be brave enough to hope again
💬 How beauty shows up when you least expect it
💬 Why new beginnings don’t require perfection—just permission
💬 A blessing for the first step forward

• Isaiah 43:19 – "See, I am doing a new thing..."

• Ecclesiastes 3:1 – "There is a time for everything..."

• Romans 8:28 – "In all things, God works for the good..."

• Psalm 40:2 – "He lifted me out of the slimy pit..."

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