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His Amazing Grace

Welcome to His Amazing Grace! Wherever you are in life and whatever brought you here, please know you are welcome. God has placed a special group of people on my heart—those experiencing seasons of transition through age, disability, mobility challenges, emotional hurt, loss, or difficult circumstances. Whatever your situation, remember: You are loved. You are not forgotten. You are not alone. God sees you, hears you, and still has an amazing purpose for your life. Here you’ll find devotionals, videos, songs, blogs, Bible studies, and opportunities for prayer. Our purpose is simple: to remind you that you are loved, valued, and never forgotten. If you would like to know more about our site, click here.

Pastor Chris J Smithey

Chris answered the call to preach at just twelve years old, when he preached his first sermon. That moment marked the beginning of a calling that would shape the course of his life. At nineteen, he stepped into his first pastorate, trusting God to lead him beyond his years and equip him for the journey ahead. Since then, Pastor Chris has devoted most of his adult life to pastoral ministry, shepherding people with a servant’s heart and a deep love for God’s people.

Prior to retiring in 2025 due to an eye condition, Chris served his final 22 years of pastoral ministry at Curtis Road Church of God in Champaign, Illinois. There, he and his bride of 48 years, Teresa, faithfully served their congregation—loving people, building community, and pointing hearts toward Christ.

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Grace changes everything.

September 25, 2026

Romans 5:8

But God commends His love toward us in that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us.

Daily Devotional

Today's Encouragement

God has never loved you one second more than He does right now, and He never will. His love is already perfect. Have you ever wondered if you’ve finally used up God’s patience? Maybe you’ve made the same mistake again, prayed the same prayer again, and asked for forgiveness… again. I’ve been there. The enemy loves to say quietly, “Surely this time God has had enough.” But the cross tells a different story. When Jesus died, He wasn’t surprised by your failures. He already knew every bad decision, every selfish moment, every promise you would break, and every tear you would cry. Yet He stretched out His hands anyway. That’s what makes God’s love so incredible. He doesn’t love the polished version of us that we hope to become someday. He loves us while He is transforming us. God’s love isn’t based on your performance. It’s anchored in His character. If His love depended on your goodness, it would disappear the first time you failed. But because His love depends on His goodness, it is secure even on your worst day. Today, stop measuring God’s love by your feelings. Measure it by the cross.

Prayer

Jesus, thank You for loving me when I was unlovable. Help me rest in Your unfailing love instead of listening to the lies of the enemy. Thank You that Your love never changes because You never change. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Faith That Moves Mountains

Scripture: Matthew 17:20 (NKJV)

So Jesus said to them, “Because of your unbelief; for assuredly, I say to you, if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.”

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