Blog Archives
It’s a Wrap
As we find ourselves wrapped up in the traditions of celebrating, let’s follow Christ’s example of giving peace, forgiveness, compassion, joy, humility, and sacrifice.
What Are Your Motives?
What are your motives? Why have you chosen to follow Jesus, and are you still choosing that path every day?
What do You Give?
As you prepare to give, be reminded that all gifts need to be wrapped in unconditional love, just as our Heavenly Father has modeled for us.
Stark Contrast
Will we deny His truth and decide to do what we think or feel is right? Or will we choose Jesus, His truth, His way, and His love?
Finding Jesus: Finding Strength to Do the Impossible
Fear and doubt can take us out of trusting God and experiencing Him.
Betrayed
The same love that He showed for His betrayer Judas, He shows to you and me.
How To Increase Your Joy
Jesus gives us joy and shows us what true joy looks like.
A Time of Reflection
Advent is a great time to reflect on who God is and what He’s done.
The Shepherds
In the Christmas story and still today, God shares the message of His Son with and through the humble.
Seasons of Love
We can learn a lot about God’s love and care for us from the four seasons.
No Time to Wait and See
But there is no time to wait. It will be too late. Those that delay and deny His offer of salvation will have torment and punishment for eternity.
It’s Our Responsibility
When we stand before our Lord and give an account for what we have done with what we have been given, what will we say?
What Gifts will You be Giving?
Let’s intentionally choose gifts from the Savior’s circular this year for a guarantee of never having to wait in lengthy return lines!
Do You Know Jesus?
Let’s get to the heart of the matter. How many people have you shared with about what God has done for you?
Are You Ready?
We do not know when the Lord will sound the call. We must be ready now. Are you?
Finding Jesus: Finding Faith in the Waiting
In a world where we get answers fast, God wants us to be willing to wait because that’s when our faith develops.
No One Will Know
Our job is to share the gospel and make disciples for God’s glory, but for how long? Until we pass away or He returns, whichever comes first. Are you doing your job?
Fishing Where the Fish Are
Jesus teaches us how to be fishers of men.
Powerful Words
And we have the opportunity to hold God’s word in our hands and allow it to speak life, hope and freedom into our lives every day.
Chain Reaction
He came to seek and save the lost. He brought a warning to those that deny Him of what was to come if they didn’t believe.
What Makes a Wise Man?
The Wise Men didn’t post their attendance to social media, tag themselves in an exclusive photo shoot, or attempt to gain access to Jesus for personal or political gain. Their overflowing hearts of gratitude simply needed His presence.
When Will the End Come?
And then, the end shall come. Satan will be destroyed, death will be no more, and a new heaven will be our final home.
The Time is Now
When Jesus returns, those that have accepted His gift of salvation will be called home to heaven. Those that have not, will face God’s wrath.
More to Come
There is a beautiful land waiting for those that believe in Jesus Christ and follow Him, trusting in His work of salvation. It’s hard to imagine now, but there is great joy ahead.
Then What
The most challenging questions lead us to the scene of the cross for answers.
How to Lead
Looking at how Jesus led helps us learn what true leadership is.
A Discussion on Addiction
Jesus is our help and hope when trying to break an addiction.
Will You Heed the Warning?
They had heard their Captain speaking, they had been warned, and yet, they chose to do their own thing.
Standing Before Your Accuser
They stood face to face with the One who knew them best; all their shame on full display. They had two choices: deny everything and the one who accused them, or admit their wrongs and ask for forgiveness.
Put on Your Awareness Glasses!
If we truly believe that it’s all about Him, wouldn’t we be more in agreement with scripture to provide His hope through friendship, inclusion, and a hug that says, “There is room for you here!”?
Not Just for Show
Are you willing to allow Christ to use you for His will, to further His kingdom?
No Greater Words
Who do you say that Jesus is? This is the only thing that truly matters. Do you recognize Him as your Father?
The Perfect Package
Can you imagine what the world would be like if we followed just these two commandments? Love the Lord with all your heart, soul and mind, and love your neighbor as yourself.
The Rest of The Story
When we want to know how to interact with those we disagree with, we should look at Jesus.
The Darkness Can’t Cover the Light
The darkness, no matter how hard it tries, can never cover the light.
Thanks-GIVING
This Thanksgiving, reflect God’s glory and choose the centerpiece of generosity to resemble your Father!
The “A-Ha” Moment
Let’s talk. God loves you and desires a deeper relationship with you. If you’ll only humble yourself to His authority and Lordship over your life. Why? Because He is worthy!
Gratitude: A Thankful Heart
There’s something special about believing big things from our God and thanking Him first that can really activate the power of God in our lives!
Don’t Get Caught in the Trap
What are you trusting in today? Is it Jesus?
He Knows Best
God isn’t keeping something good from you by saying no. He promises to deliver something even better.
Where’s the Fruit?
Today might be a good day to stop and examine our lives. We may claim to know Christ, but is there fruit in our lives, evidence of His redemptive work?
Leftovers
Don’t give God your leftovers. Allow him to be The Feast you indulge in and come away eternally filled by His Spirit to the fullest!
He Clears the Temple
God created the church as a place to worship and serve Him. It’s a place to learn, become a family, and minister to those in need.
Anticipation is Growing
Will you be ready for His return? He is patiently waiting for you to surrender your heart to Him.