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10/07/2026

Messages of the Month
October 2026

As our pace slows down, we can consider spending time having conversations with those around us. Don't shy away from them. Deep, difficult, constructive words help shape our relationships and our faith in God. While it does have the added health benefit, the more important aspect is drawing closer to God in prayer and using our voice to share the love of Jesus in everyday life.

Message 1
The Satisfied Life - Isaiah 55, By Bob Claycamp
Bob uses this message to encourage us to know that God is going to use us. We just don't know how beforehand. This is why we need to not set any of our plans in stone. This way we are open to what God wants to do with us and in us.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/10-26/77166.mp3

Message 2
Growing Through The Word – 1 Peter 2, By Lance Cook
This is an encouraging message from Lance. He shows us how God has equipped us to share the gospel in our environment. As he naturally shares, he is the example of how we can follow suit in our lives.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/10-26/77167.mp3

Message 3
Spiritual House Cleaning, By Ed Decker
In the twenty first century we think that the "old-fashioned" ideas of demonic things was for biblical times. We are hindered today with what God wants to do today because those things are still influencing our lives. Ed brings into focus what God says about those items, both physical and spiritual, and the destruction it creates.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/10-26/77168.mp3

Message 4
The Gift Of Repentance - Acts 3:19, By Trent Douglass
Trent brings us fresh perspective on how we are to see repentance. It is needful for every one of us but not something that we should dread. Paul brings out some of the why in repentance. A lot is said in this one scripture. We need to glean all that God has in it so we can develop maturity in our walk.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/10-26/77169.mp3

Message 5
Does The Bible Have Errors?, By Norman Geisler
You know, sometimes people can be presumptuous about the Bible. We all know a lot of people who have never even touched a Bible who will say it has contradictions and is not accurate. However, as Norman points out, there are proofs that will show anyone who wants to know the truth that God is really speaking to us.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/10-26/77170.mp3

Message 6
Secured By The Shepherd - John 10, By Abram Thomas
Doubt, fear and discouragement cause those who have put their faith in Jesus to forget that we have an eternal inheritance. We have the reminder in scripture that we are held in God's hand and cannot be removed. We need to be certain in our heart that we are following Christ, not just in name only.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/10-26/77171.mp3

Message 7
Learn To Live The Life God Has Called You To 1 Cor 9:24-27, By Nick Vujicic
Have you been sucked in to the lie from the devil that you have to do more, be more and even then God can't use you because… God has you where you are so you can reach the people in your sphere of influence with the Gospel. Everyone has a calling (is an influencer). You are made for the life He has given you.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/10-26/77172.mp3

10/05/2026

Update for October 2 and 3:

Today, we conducted closing ceremonies following an amazing week of fellowship and training. The bomberos were presented with certificates of completion from FFC, and Aaron S. shared the gospel. During our closeout, it was clear that many of the bomberos are already Christians, and those that aren’t have been introduced to the idea of eternal life through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are confident that the seeds planted will continue to be watered by the Holy Spirit, and God will continue to do great things in El Salvador.

After lunch, we had another opportunity to play futból with our friends, and Ethan really brought it, scoring 5 of our 6 goals. It’s quite impressive, given he’s never played soccer before (just kidding, Ethan). There is just something special about the bonds that are strengthened on the pitch, and we are grateful for the opportunity to be here in the name of Christ.

We went out to dinner as an FFC team and had a wonderful evening with our translator and friend, Jose. Some of us also took the opportunity to explore the local area and learn a bit more about El Salvador.

Tomorrow will be a travel day back to our home countries. To say we have been blessed with an exceptional trip would be an understatement, and we can’t thank you enough for the prayers that have been put over this team. We have been fortunate to share in this oppprtunity to spread the message of Christ, and we’re already looking forward to the next FFC mission to the Philippines in January.

10/03/2026

October 1 update:

Today began as our other mornings have, with a devotion, breakfast, and a time of prayer.

This is our final day of formal training with the bomberos. We have seen them quickly adapt to our training techniques, and they have been eager to show us the processes they use on a daily basis. We also had a greater opportunity to share the Word of Christ, as our relationships strengthen and trust is built.

We were introduced to a fraternity of Christians that meets for prayer every day within the fire department. We attended a devotional session at lunch, and they will be helping to continue the efforts of FFC.

As we wrapped up training for the day, we had a storm hit the area with heavy rains, opening up the doors for more time spent learning about each other and our individual walks with The Lord.

At the end of the day, we were invited to play futból with some of the bomberos. The field was a bit soggy, but we had a great time, and few things bring people together like futból. These opportunities continue to build our bonds through Christ.

The growth we have witnessed is incredible, both in our FFC team and in our Bomberos de El Salvador family, and we’re looking forward to Aaron S. presenting the gospel and the call to Christ at our closing ceremonies tomorrow.

10/02/2026

San Salvador 9/30 Update

Today was another great day of training. We are well into our routine, and our FFC team has really come together as a group. A team can be defined as a group of individuals who come together to achieve a common goal, and we’re doing just that through The Lord’s direction.

After morning devotions and breakfast, we traveled back to FD HQ. We are holding daily devotions with the bomberos, and there are many believers in the group. Several bomberos who are not on attending training have also asked for bibles, and some have asked for bibles for their wives.

Training was blessed with favorable weather, and we made solid progress. The bomberos have a supply of newer equipment, including battery operated extrication tools and advanced rope rescue hardware, but they are benefiting from additional training and repetitions with those tools.

Aaron and Jose were able to meet with FD leadership regarding discipleship, and they told us of a daily prayer group that meets before each shift. We are going to continue working to build a long-term plan that includes members of FFC.

During dinner, we had an opportunity to learn more about our translator and friend, Jose. He has an exceptional life story that could easily fill a book and become a best seller. He has been an incredible blessing, and he is strongly devoted to living in Christ as a chaplain and a mentor.

As we move through the week, we ask for continued prayers for the delivery of God’s plan, for continued health and wellness of our team, and for the families at home that are supporting us while we are away.

10/01/2026

El Salvador September 29th update

We began with breakfast and devotions at our hotel, which has been very accommodating. Today is our first day training our friends in specialty subjects, which includes auto extrication, rope rescue, and CPR/first aid. Our translator, Jose, is away today, so it’s completely on Rick’s shoulders to help us communicate.

After a team devotional and prayer at the FD HQ, we quickly got to work. The weather is warm and humid, so hydration has been a deliberate task. The training went well, and all teams continued building relationships and sharing The Word as opportunities presented themselves. The rope team had Dan R. and Jerry, who compared the importance of a solid rope rescue anchor with the importance of being anchored in Christ.

John said the EMS team narrowly persevered through the frigid temperatures in the classroom (thanks to the AC), although the rest of us were envious of their adequately cooled teaching environment. We have faith they’ll survive. 😀

Lunch provided opportunities for fellowship, and we were able to observe an on-site futbol match that is part of a larger FD tournament. The matches are played often on a daily basis at lunch.

The afternoon session went great, but it was cut short by an amazing thunderstorm and a good amount of rain. We’ve been blessed with good weather, and it was great to see the power of the storm.

We closed out with a quick debrief, closing prayer, and a trip back to the hotel through the city. Dinner was enjoyed in a nearby mall, which has a diverse offering of local cuisine, although a some of our members opted for the delicacies offered at Burger King.

We’re looking forward to another great day tomorrow, filled with God’s love and direction, as we continue to serve in His name.

09/30/2026

Sep 28 update from El Salvador:

The morning began with devotions at our hotel, followed by a quick breakfast and a drive to the training center. We met the bomberos we’ll be working with this week. After an introduction to the FFC mission and team, we distributed bibles to the entire group and Aaron S. shared a group devotion.

We conducted a quick training session on the uses of webbing, which provided opportunities for conversation and relationship building.

After a delicious lunch, we delivered training on CPR (John), wildland firefighting (Nate and Eddie), and cancer prevention (John). The rest of the team was busy finalizing the training topics for the week. None of this would have been possible without the passionate translations provided by Rick (we’re praying his voice holds up 🙏🏻)! We concluded the day with a prayer and then an amazing dinner with the FFC team.

It is clear that the Lord has been at work in El Salvador, and a weekly Bible study is being setup to continue strengthening the relationship with Christ. He has cleared the way for a successful mission.

09/28/2026

San Salvador Update

We safely arrived in San Salvador on Friday night. Saturday we spent the day touring the local fire department headquarters and training facilities. We met with local firefighters, including a large group of Christian chaplains. Today, we attended church at Tabernáculo Bíblico Bautista, the largest Christian church in El Salvador. We are finalizing our training materials and we’ll have opening ceremonies tomorrow, followed by 3 full days of focused training filled with fellowship opportunities.

09/27/2026

Romania — God Is Opening Doors

Brother, Dan Lazar picked us (Colleen and myself) up from the airport and, together with his lovely wife and children, welcomed us with a wonderful meal. After a little rest at our apartment, Dan took us to a local church, where I had the privilege of sharing about the mission of Firefighters For Christ, my personal testimony, and a message on “What is a friend?”

It was a great opportunity to share how true friendship is demonstrated through being there for one another — something that is so important within the fire service and within the body of Christ.

On Friday morning, Dan took us to the Christian radio station Christian radio station Radio Vocea Evangheliei Zalău (RVE Zalău) where his wife Lulia works. Lulia interviewed me as shared about how the FFC ministry began, how it has developed, I also shared about my own journey with cancer, and then the purpose of my visit to Romania.

From there, we visited a volunteer fire station at Crasna. I had the opportunity to share some strap training, some information about FFC and my testimony. We learnt from them that they have very little in the way of equipment or training. They were so hospitable towards us and had prepared a Romanian lunch for us which they shared with us. From there we visited a whole time station at Șimleu Silvaniei. There I was able to share something about FFC, and I also had the opportunity to share my testimony and to speak to them about the hope we have in Jesus.

These opportunities are a reminder to me that FFC is not simply about firefighters meeting other firefighters. It is about building relationships, supporting one another, sharing our experiences and, wherever God opens the door, sharing the Gospel.

On Saturday, we were privileged to join the FFC Romanian Chapter for their first Annual Conference, where we heard testimony, not only mine, but of a firefighter of 87 who was a firefighter during the communist times. Dan Lazar also shared his testimony of God’s hand on his life, the impact that losing his brother had on him and how he was challenged to set up a FFC group in Romania. We were also challenged as we heard a message from God about how we should live as Christians. The meeting was attended by about 70 firefighters and their wives/girlfriends. After a committee meeting of the members, we then went and had fellowship over a dinner.

On Sunday at Brother Dan’s church, after some wonderful singing and some short messages, I was able to share about the mission of FFC, my journey with cancer, and using the Romanian word for hope (which has 7 letters), used each letter to describe a pillar of the hope we have in Jesus Christ as Christians.

In the afternoon, e went to another church where Simon shared about the work of FFC and shared his testimony

Simon has learnt a lot about what it is to be a firefighter in Romania and some of the challenges they face.
Please continue to pray with me for the firefighters we have met in Romania, for their families and colleagues, and for the developing work of FFC Romania.

🙏 Pray that the seeds planted will take root.
🙏 Pray for opportunities to build lasting relationships.
🙏 Pray for firefighters who are struggling and need hope.
🙏 And pray that more firefighters will come to know Jesus Christ.

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” — Philippians 4:13

Firefighters For Christ — reaching firefighters for Christ, one relationship at a time.

09/25/2026

A.I.

There is an issue being talked about everywhere today—A.I. and the massive data centers needed to support it. But I want to look at A.I. from a biblical perspective rather than a political or technological one.

In 1972, I began using a form of A.I. to help me make lifelong decisions. I quickly discovered that if I didn’t have the right data to support those decisions, things didn’t work very well.

Today, people are concerned about how much water A.I. data centers consume. But with the A.I. I’m talking about, the real concern isn’t that we will use too much water—it’s that we won’t use enough.

Jesus said:

“If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink.”
—John 7:37

Some believe artificial intelligence will completely change our culture, perhaps even threatening humanity itself. I can’t predict where technology will ultimately take us. But I do know of an A.I. that has been changing lives for more than 2,000 years—and I believe we should embrace as much of it as we possibly can.

The A.I. I’m talking about is Almighty Intelligence—the wisdom and understanding that comes from knowing Jesus Christ.

The “data center” is the Bible, God’s Word:

“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
—Psalm 119:105

And the water is Living Water, supplied through the Holy Spirit. Jesus said:

“Whoever believes in Me… out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.”
—John 7:38

God has given us everything we need: His wisdom to guide us, His Word to instruct us, and His Spirit to empower us.

Proverbs 3:5–6 tells us:

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”

Artificial intelligence may change the way we live, work, and communicate. But Almighty Intelligence changes the heart.

And when our “data” comes from the Word of God and our lives are filled with His Living Water, we have something no man-made technology can ever replace.

The question is not simply how much A.I. we will allow into our lives. The greater question is: How much Almighty Intelligence are we willing to receive?

In Jesus name amen,

Joe

Firefighters For Christ International

09/25/2026

FFC Media Ministry

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Messages of the Month
September 2026

Note: If you are unable to open these messages by clicking on the links, they are all available from the Media Ministry's website:

https://firefighters.org/motm

Switching gears at times gives us an opportunity to see things in a fresh way. God always wants us to follow where He leads. That might be a different place spiritually or physically. Different seasons bring new chores, interactions, growth or places. The journey of life should become more full with lessons, experiences, sharing our lives with others and the depth of our relationship with the Trinity.

1) Enjoying The Different Seasons Of Life Ecclesiastes by Brian Busby

This teaching was part of a series on the life of Solomon. How much does God want you to enjoy your life? What can get in the way of having that kind of life? This is what Brian sheds light on. We ultimately need to recognize that God is in control and knows what He is doing with our lives.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/09-26/77159.mp3

2) One Thing you can't do in Heaven, by Mark Cahill

Mark has a rapid-fire method of speaking that is very engaging.
You need to pay attention or you will miss the main point of what
he is saying. We need to engage the culture or the culture will
engage us. While this talk was done several years ago, it still
holds validity in how we interact in society toward the lost.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/09-26/77160.mp3

3) The Source of Antisemitism, by Andy Woods

We are deceived into believing that antisemitism comes from different
people groups or organizations. However, it comes from the great
deceiver himself. Satan propagates antisemitism because it is the strategy he wants to use to keep the second coming from happening. His time is short and wants to get us all on board with hating Jews and Israel.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/09-26/77161.mp3

4) It's Going to Grow, by David Ax

What is your part? What do you do faithfully for the gospel? God's word gives us examples of how the gospel spread by the ones who had the conversations and went places to share with others. Are you having conversations?

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/09-26/77162.mp3

5) Voice in the Wilderness, by Ryan Ries

What is your call? We sometimes Think that we have to be prepared in some particular way in order to witness to others. We are all called to speak. The words we use are going to be particular to us. No particular training is needed. Just throw out seeds. Talk to others like you were spoken to about the gospel. It is all a work in progress.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/09-26/77163.mp3

6) One Another Thing, How The Church Loves Like Christ, by Jeff Christianson

Are our habits like those of the world? Did we forget how we are to treat others in the body of Christ. Kindness should lead the way. Jeff brings out scripture that point out how Jesus did life and how He asks you to live as His representatives.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/09-26/77164.mp3

7) Faithful Shepherd, by Elisabeth Eliott

Sometimes the stories we hear about someone else's life are truly inspiring. "They help us to go deep into our souls to search for what God is doing in our lives. Elisabeth's life is one of those. She is an exceptional example of a life lived for the Lord.

https://server.firefighters.org/motm/09-26/77165.mp3

Hello to all of you. It always makes our hearts happy to send these messages out to you. We pray our small offering is multiplied ten-fold in your lives. As you go about your day, please lift us up before the throne. We appreciate your interest and support.

If you have any teachings you would like to pass along to us (and ultimately others), please send them to: FFC, 5202 Lincoln Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630 or send the files to [email protected].

Thank you, The Firefighters For Christ Media Staff

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