Blog Archives
Refining by Fire
Be reminded that more life-changing than s’mores, hayrides, and cider is the captivating life of abundance in choosing Christ.
The Bible Recap: Days 176-182
God saved His child, who cried out to Him.
Worthless Armor
We’ve been given the armor of God, and now we must use it!
Caring for Our Shepherds
Let’s take some time to pray this morning and ask the Lord how we can better serve Him through our giving and support of our pastors and staff.
Excuses
Let’s stop with the excuses and respond the way Jesus did to the Father, “Not my will but thine”.
Raise Your Right Hand
Truly our spiritual exoneration only comes from our guilt/sin being covered with his Son’s innocence “doing the time” for us.
Remember the Mission
May we take the time to refocus our thoughts, plans and actions back to Jesus and His mission.
The Same Goal
If we have the same goal, the same motives, and the same message, we should encourage and rejoice that others want to follow and do the same.
The Bible Recap: Days 169-175
Good things happen when we trust and follow God with our whole hearts!
Ask and Ye Shall Receive
It’s time to make a change. It’s time to dig in and gain understanding.
If Only: Living with Regret
So, don’t tarry…head toward home, muddy feet and all! Grace and mercy are waiting.
Do You Hear Him?
Open your Bible. This is where you will find Jesus speaking to you today. Hear His voice.
No Regrets
Be filled today and then pour out all that Jesus has done for you, in you and through you.
Deny Yourself
Are you willing to follow Christ at all cost? Deny yourself, pick up your cross and follow Him daily.
Who Would You Take a Bullet For?
The love God has for us and the love we are called to have for others is, by definition, sacrificial.
Know That You Know
When God tests our faith, or when He tells us to test our faith, it is for the purpose of giving us assurance and revealing the truth.
We Were Born For This
We were born to glorify God, to share Him with others and teach them to do the same.
Who Do You Say Jesus Is?
It doesn’t matter what your friends say, your family’s belief system or what the world says. It only matters what you say about Jesus.
Settling Out of Court
Is there enough evidence to convict you as a Christ-follower? Are you hoping or confident in standing there before The Judge? Is your case sealed by His blood? Be sure.
The Truth is Here
The truth is there. But it’s our choice what we will do with it.
What Are We Waiting For?
If we want to see this world love the Lord and follow Him, we have to be the ones to teach them.
Relentless Trust Matters
This story shows us that God loves and blesses a trusting heart.
A Teachable Moment
Jesus has the power to cleanse us from all unrighteousness and shame.
Where Will You Dwell?
Where do you choose to dwell, in the camp of self-sufficiency or in the camp of life?
What Do You Want?
What are you seeking, and are you looking in the right place?
All Eyes On You
All eyes are looking to you, waiting, searching for how to respond.
God is With Us
Not only did Jesus experience the hills and valleys, but He promises to be with us as we travel this earth. Whether we are on the mountain top of victory or feeling defeat in the valley, God is with us.
Hot Mics
Let’s learn and imitate the Master teacher. The only one qualified to throw a stone…didn’t.
What Will You Do With It?
Learning is good, but what will you do with it?
Rise Up and Follow God
Is it a fight to follow God? You bet. But, as we see with Elijah, it’s worth the fight. It’s when God shows up and does the impossible.
Destruction
Jesus has power over it all. He came to save us from the destruction of Satan and death, but what will we do when He offers us that salvation?
Where is Our Faith?
We too can go to Jesus and beg for His help just as the disciples did, but we must have faith that He is in control.
The Bible Recap: Days 148-154
Trusting God is surrendering to your heart to Him, relying upon His direction for our lives and path for our lives, and obeying Him
Part of God’s Family
The time is coming for His return and He will call His children home. You will not be left behind if you are a part of God’s family.
The Light Giver
Jesus is the man that strikes the match. We are the candle. He lights the candle.
Shape
For the Christian, it is vitally important to recognize our shape and allow The Potter to create a masterpiece that only He can visualize in our round lump of clay.
Which Soil Are You?
Today, take the time to assess what soil you are and see what needs to change.
Cast My Ballot
His love is for all people. His gift of salvation is for every man, woman and child, no matter their age, background, color, sex, or past. Jesus truly knew no borders. He crossed them all for us so that we could be saved.
The Bible Recap: Days 141-147
Be strong and courageous and do the work! God is with you and will not abandon you.
But I Can’t Do It!
Remember, God often calls us to do things that are impossible unless we rely on Him!
Right With God
I want to be right with God. That’s the only perfect way, and it’s through Jesus Christ.
You’re His Witness
Tell your story. Tell the story of Jesus. You are His witness.
Headed for Home
Spend time studying your play book (the Bible), seeking instruction (prayer), and exhibiting sportsmanship (service) that is easier to spot than your eye black.