Independence Day:God's Closeness in Uncertain Times
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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
I begin with the biography of Eric Liddell, Chariots of fire. He gave up the glory from the Olympics for ministry in China. After the glory of the Transfiguration, Jesus and the disciples also returned for ministry. The cross was coming.
In Jesus Holy Name February 11,2024 Text: Mark 9:2-4 Transfiguration Redeemer “For the Glory” ‘For the Glory’ is the biography of Eric Liddell written by Duncan ...read more
Scripture: Mark 9:2-4, Luke 9:28-36, Matthew 17:1-13
Denomination: Lutheran
through God and the Holy Spirit, we can find peace in this troubled world
(John 20:19-29) We don't know exactly what went on in that upper room in the days after Christ died, but the Gospels give us a pretty good idea. We know there was fear—that's why his followers were hiding out, shut up behind a thick wooden door in a small room in the attic of a house. We ...read more
Scripture: John 20:19, John 14:27-28
Denomination: Episcopal
The reality that not everyone believes in Christ challenges the Christian Church to see the opportunities around them to do good and in that way bring about change for the better.
MAY "WE THE CHURCH" D0 GOD'S WILL AS EMPOWERED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT On our way home from one of five weeknight revival services, one of our kids blurted out, "Whose idea was this business of going to church every night!" Guess who raised ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
When we feel frustrated due to dire circumstances and are tempted to re-act negatively, the more mature among God's children rely on sensibility, humility and wise counsel to prevent tragedy and to preserve positive outcomes.
ABIGAIL: DETERMINED FAITH On a bulletin board in an electrical contractor’s shop a block away from our church, a poster read: “Before opening mouth, be sure brain is in gear”! Another bit of wise counsel: “Think ...read more
This special message is about how the church is to respond to this current worldwide pandemic, racial violence, and economic devastation. It is truly our only hope if we are going to survive.
A Special Message Our Only Hope by Pastor Dennis Lee ** Watch at also at: https://youtu.be/NrrvnNUK6l0 Who would have ever thought that in such a short amount of time, a couple of months to be exact, that we could have experienced such devastation and loss, not only here in America, with our loss ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 3:3, 1 Peter 4:17, James 1:27, Ezekiel 33:11, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Ezekiel 37:9 (view more) (view less)
Denomination: Foursquare
Situational depression is our opportunity to prayerfully plan for a positive response.
WHEN DEPRESSED DUE TO SITUATIONAL DISTRESS, PRAYERFULLY PLAN A POSITIVE RESPONSE One day this past week my soul became vexed by a distressful situation . . . my ability to concentrate was dulled . . . my body felt fatigued beyond usual tiredness . . . then it occurred to me that that ...read more
Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8
When facing the assaults of godless secularism, prayerful persistence of God's people propels God's work onward despite resistance.
IN DOING GOD’S WORK, PRAYERFUL PERSISTENCE DISPELS DOUBT AND REPELS RESISTANCE At this point in life’s journey it should come as no surprise to us that, when endeavoring to live out the prayer principle, “Thy Will be done on earth as it is in Heaven”, not all are in favor of God’s ...read more
Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-18
When facing crisis situations, God's people accept the challenge to prioritize the main thing we pray for by doing the main thing Christ died for.
PRIORITIZE THE MAIN THING WE PRAY FOR BY DOING THE MAIN THING WE WOULD DIE FOR At a recent “note burning ceremony” the church’s pastor commended the parishioners, then commented on the meaning of the special occasion, reminding people that, whereas the burning of a note of ...read more
Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-3, Nehemiah 6:15-16, Nehemiah 8:1-8
True meaning in life is found by mature Christians who use their time wisely to make a life as well as a living.
MAKING THE MOST OF THE TIME GOD HAS GIVEN US TO ENJOY THE GOOD LIFE ON EARTH One of my embarrassing moments while doing Church work occurred in the “setting” room of a farm house not far from the church. Our annual revival was in progress; we had been asked to visit an ...read more
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:18-23, Ecclesiastes 3:9-13
Explore the profound truths about the power of Jesus' touch, the challenge of honoring the Sabbath, and the liberating power of forgiveness.
Good morning, family. Today, we will explore a passage from Luke that beautifully encapsulates three profound truths: the power of a touch, the challenge of the sabbath, and the freedom of forgiveness. As Philip Yancey once said, "Grace, like water, flows to the lowest part." Grace and forgiveness ...read more
Scripture: Luke 13:10-13
Topics: Healing, Sabbath
Explores the story of Noah, emphasizing his faith and obedience in a corrupt world, God's covenant with him, and the promise of redemption and restoration, encouraging us to walk faithfully in our own lives.
Good morning, Church family! Today, we're diving into the deep waters of Genesis 6:9-22 where we see a story filled with faith, obedience, and the promise of redemption. It's about a man named Noah who stood alone in his faithfulness amidst a corrupt world. We're talking about God's extraordinary ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 6:9-22
Topics: God's Covenant, Noah
Explore the power of God's mercy and restoration, as exemplified in the story of Jesus forgiving and not condemning a woman caught in adultery.
Good morning, church family. It’s so wonderful to see everyone today. You know, I’ve been pondering a lot lately on the power of restoration and the mercy of Jesus. It’s amazing how God can take our brokenness and make us whole again. This morning, we will delve into the story of a woman who ...read more
Scripture: John 8:1-11
Topics: Restoration
Looking through the eyes of the adultress woman is the key to understanding God’s Forgiveness!!!
I heard a story of a boy who went off to college. The story goes as he was hooking up his computer, stero, cell phone charger, his lamp, printer, and palm piolit at his desk when he went to turn on his computer, nothing happend. He went back and looked at his wiring and everything was connected ...read more
Denomination: Pentecostal
The message is a reflection on the sacrifice of the Christ--why it was necessary for Him to be pierced and why it was required that He be crushed. The message is a reminder that our peace results from His suffering in our place.
“He was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed.” [1] Midst the ubiquitous celebrations of this Christmas Season, as the streets of our cities are decorated with colourful banners ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 53:5
Denomination: Baptist
Eternity without God should lead us to shout, "There is nothing in hell that I want!" Yet, far too many of those living about us act as though there is something wonderful about hell. If that were not so, wouldn't we seek to please the Lord? There is nothing in hell that I want.
“There was a rich man who dressed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. But at his gate lay a poor man named Lazarus whose body was covered with sores, who longed to eat what fell from the rich man’s table. In addition, the dogs came and licked his sores. “Now the poor ...read more
Scripture: Luke 16:19-31
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