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There are times when we need a powerful evidence of God's faithfulness to depend on. Hear today about one of the most enduring and amazing proofs of God's faithfulness through the ages!
"when Dry Times Come We Still Have: The Loving Kindness of God, The Perfect Justice of God, and The Faithful Care of God!
Memorial Day weekend and the Day itself always brings stories of heroic sacrifice, as well it should. This focus on sacrifice fits so well with God and Jesus, but have you heard the call of Jesus to personal sacrifice yourself?
What does deep repentance and turning to God accomplish? 3,000 Jews on the day of Pentecost were in for a big surprise, and you may be, too!
Fears and life challenges abound for all of us. Daniel and Paul are going to show us how a champion who "enters into" our worst case scenarios, is the best and only help we can hope for!
Facing a very tough and maybe fearful problem? Ever consider the Lord may have led you into this situation, to show you who He is? Hummmmm. Exodus 14-15 and Colossians 2 may have your answer!
Isreal had the prophets but they wanted a King! Does the world get in the way for you today? Are you looking for a worldly answer to the needs life?
A wedding ring symbolizes a moment in time of great importance. On this Easter Resurrection Sunday, see in the scriptures how Jesus wears visible evidence of all we need to know about our heavenly Bridegroom!
The youth lead us in worship Brandon Olson shared the message. Jesus or Barabbas? We are Barabbas but....Jesus takes our place. Christ Has Risen. He Has Risen Indeed!!!!
We sometimes kid a friend who isn't understanding our point by saying, "Do I have to draw you a picture?" Today, at the very moment of Jesus' death on the cross, God draws us a picture so we can understand the full importance of what the Lord has done for us. Hallelujah!
For sure, sometimes we simply get run over by the speed of daily life, and long for a simple word of direction from the LORD. Here it is, at the end of the parables!
I appreciate the "KISS" plan, "keep it simple, silly." Sometimes it seems so hard to keep on track with faith and life. Good thing Jesus gives us a KISS plan for walking with Him!
Parables have a way of getting to the heart of the matter. Today's parables speak intently to our wealthy culture, and we desperately need to hear them! Choose your treasure!
Ever feel like no matter what God says, you can't be encouraged? Listen to these two little parables, and I day you not to be encouraged!
Ever let your car go way past scheduled maintenance, and live to regret it? Our hearts need regular check ups before the LORD, too. Three parables today, will supply the check up in a surprising fashion!
Ever wonder why it's so hard for people to receive and believe? Ever realized that our whole lives are a war for our hearts to cling to the Lord and His Word? Check out this powerful parable for answers!
Ever been asked a big consequeces question, that maybe required an answer in the moment? Kind of like being proposed to for marriage? Jesus, apparently fairly often, asked just such a haunting question when He was teaching, Hear it today, for yourself.
The world and its ways are burdensome and wearying, aren't they? Is it all right if we just shut down and let the troubles pass us by? Wisdom from Proverbs will lead the way!
We are going right past New Year's resolutions, to New Year's declarations in the word of God! How do I get renewed strength like the eagle does? Psalm 103
Receiving gifts seems like such a simple thing. But receiving spiritual gifts from God.. now, that seems to be a different kettle of fish entirely. Let God’s word help you receive today!
Why does this night have such power, such wonder, such divine pull for us 2,000 years later? Behold! Give your attention to a word that can change your life!
Matthew 1:18-25
John 1:11-12
Don't you wish you could really get to know God, up close, a lot better? There is a way. And Christmas shows the way!
When important days are approaching, we naturally prepare for them. How can I prepare for Christmas, and other "Days of the Lord" that are yet to come?
It's possible that we get tired of hearing, "Jesus is the reason for the season". And, we love the cheerful joy-filled elements of Christmas. But, Malachi declares the life and death nature of Jesus' coming, giving Christmas an urgency we need to rediscover today!
What is great power? What is God's great power? How can we use of be used by this power? What do we do with this power? Be still and know that I AM God......power over all things and all situations.
When's the last time you read one of the prophets in the Old Testament? They bring a clarity to righteousness that takes us by surprise. We need that today!
A very different sort of "heart check" today! Malachi shines the light on sacrifice in our lives, and Hebrews shines the brightest light of all!
Ever wonder how to handle a fellow believer's ongoing failure to live rightly? Apostle Paul gives some interesting and helpful counsel, as he concludes his letter to the Thessalonians.
Ever get anxious about handling the fast and ever-changing challenges to Christian faith and living? Wishing there was a simple instruction from the Lord to make it easier? Welcome to 2 Thessalonians!
Ever wish the Bible would just spell out some clear steps, in order, for the end times, so we should have a better idea when Jesus will come back for us? It did! Welcome to 2 Thessalonians!
It's not as much "fun" to be a Christian in Americ today. Biblical believers are getting more flack and pressure, insult and rejection all the time. Is there a point to all this persecution? Oh, Yes!
Relationships in families, workplaces, and congregations can become strained and painful. Can the Scripture give me practical and powerful instruction on what to do?
Confusion and concern about when Jesus will come; lot's of Christians are in the boat. So were the believers in Thessalonica in Paul's day! Let's soak in Paul's reasurrance of God's plans!
Paul reminds us to be sanctified, to walk to please God, and to do it more and more. He calls us to holiness and brotherly love. Be informed of those believers that have gone before.. as we anticipate meeting the Lord in the air.
We never tire of encountering the Lord's miracles. Paul speaks of a very personal miracle today, that will bless your heart beyond measure!
1 Thessalonians 3:1-13
Colossians 1:21-22
Jude 24-25
1 Thessalonians 3;13
Life, technology, AI, keeping up with change (who can hope to do that?); do you think we need to know what is really primary/first/worthy of sacrifice in life? Apostle Paul lived that reality every day.
Our culture has rather suddenly gone off the rails. Are you looking for solid ground, and clear purpose in these times? God has a wonderful word for you today!
1 Thessalonians 1:1-4
Deuteronomy 7:6-8
John 15;16a
1 Thessalonians 1:4-10
We often get caught in the rat race of life, and lose track of the big picture. The Apostle Paul, near the end of his life, powerfully lays it out for us.
Everyone runs in this race, even if they aren't aware of it! Eternity hangs in the balance! How can you win this race?
Ever wish you could experience God, real close? Know His life-giving power right at hand? You will be surprised what God has for you this morning!
Ever wanted to understand the conflict we are seeing in the world today? The evil, non-sensical, illogical thoughts leading the way today seem unhinged. The Bible clears our confusion, and shows the way forward!
It is true or is it a lie? Is is GOD's truth or is it "man's" lie? How do we know? For the Bible tells us so.
Ever had a friend desert you in time of need? Have you ever failed the Lord when courage was needed? Paul writes into exactly these hardships, and gives us such good news!
Ever had a friend desert you in time of need? Have you ever failed the Lord when courage was needed? Paul writes into exactly these hardships, and gives us such good news!
Paul knew there were dark days falling o the followers of Jesus, and Paul himself was about to give his life for Jesus. 2Timothy is Paul's last letter before his death. What will he share with his closest friend in Christ?
Paul knew there were dark days falling on the followers of Jesus, and Paul himself was about to give his life for Jesus. 2 Timothy is Paul's last letter before his death. What will he share with his closest friend in Christ?
Imagine you are living in chaotic times in a radically pagan city, and shepherding the followers of Jesus! Your mentor writes a heartfelt personal letter to you.l What do you suppose you/we need to hear as the letter comes to conclusion???
When we discover that "honor" has to do with "value", it adds even more depth to God's command to give it to others. You may be surprised to see where honor takes us today.
Pastor Turnival and his wife Nicole join us from Haiti with a word of encouragement to keep moving forward in power because God is looking for the hungry hearts!
Are you like Jonah and are not in agreement God's plan? Empathetic faith? Brandon Olson shares Johan's life and his perspective. Brandon also challenges us to look at our faith and our self-assessment of empathy to God's plan.
Ever wish you could have a personal trainer to help you with growing up in Christ? Surprise! The Lord has provided the most wonderful trainer we could imagine!
What is the primary purpose of the congregation? Who should be in the position of "overseer" in the church? Does it really matter?
Male and female is part of God's grand design for marriage, and a lot more! Does that design at creation have application anywhere else in life, anywhere else in congregational life? Yes, and Amen!
Surrounded by ignorance, unbelief? Maybe you've known it or seen it in your own life! Is there any hope for people in such a state? It's a day full of testimonies to God's patience and mercy!
1 Timothy 1:12-20
The pieces of the armor of God are all well and good, but how do I use them effectively in warfare? There is an action, by faith, that causes the armor of God to bring victories in spiritual warfare!
Ever wonder what we can use the resurrection power of Christ for in daily life? Suit up! The spiritual battles are raging!
Stung by Grief. Devastation. Overwhelmed and confused. The sting of death is removed once and for all. Christ Is Risen! He Is Risen Indeed!
Looking for more ways to witness to Jesus in everyday life? Paul is glad to oblige! Parent/child and employee/boss relationships are a great place for witness!
Even if we are shy by nature, and not seeking the limelight, we may long to have a clear and loud witness for Jesus in our world. Do you? Paul is going to show us four areas in life where we can give a potent witness for Christ. Two are highlighted today!
Ever wish the Bible could just be practical? You know, tell me what to do in these evil times? Paul is glad to do just that! It's time to walk the walk!
Times are rapidly changing all around us. Does the Bible have anything to say about how we are to live when surrounded by hearts hardened against God?
I we work in larger businesses, corporations or government, we are used to hearing about goals and purposes and how to accomplish both. But Christians are aimless and wandering in their faith. Apostle Paul to the rescue!
The Apostle Paul prays with a depth that draws us in, with eyes wide in amazement. His prayer today will blow you away, and it can certainly change your life! Let's pray!
Do you want your faith to grow? The battle ground of faith and fear is where the growth takes place.
We rightly focus on our separation from our holy God by sin, so much of the time. But there is another separation that is large on the heart of God, and we need Christ Jesus to heal that rift as well!
Do you actually understand salvation? Are you aware that the majority of Christian churches in America confuse/twist/miss the entire point off the gospel/good news? Here is the plainest black and white teaching on salvation in the Bible. You need to hear it!
Guaranteed, we will hear a word today that reaches into any and every circumstance we can experience, and lifts our spirits into greater faith and greater hope, in Christ!
Acts 27:39-28:11
Ephesians 1:15-23
In personally challenging times, or when the world is demanding attention for its woes, is there something we can hang on to that strengthens our hope and resolve to be faithful?
The first day of a new year and we are looking forward to challenging times. Does Christmas make enough of a difference?
The angel told Joseph that Jesus would "save His people from their sins". But, just exactly how would this innocent, sinless and perfect baby, grow up to accomplish such a feat?
Ever get a little tired of all the Christmas fuss? Is it that really that big a deal? The prophet Isaiah will refresh our appetite for all things Christmas, tonight!
Faith: What is it? How does it happen? Zechariah asks "How shall I know?". Mary asks, "How will this be?". Luke 1:37 says, "Nothing is impossible for God.".
Is there a foundation of historically trustworthy truth to Christmas? Or, are all the stories and trappings just that? Let the record show, Christmas is the real deal!
Complaining vs Thankfulness. It's easier to be happier when you're thankful. How do we overflow with thankfulness? We need to actively look for things to be thankful for. If it's big enough to complain about, it's big enough to be thankful for. Give thanks in everything. 1 Choronicles 16:34
We appreciate a forewarning of painful events coming our way, so we can prepare. The Last Supper has moved from the upper room to the Garden, and Jesus now forewarns His beloved disciples. It's a warning that we need to hear, too.
Finding that distractions in life are coming faster and more often than ever? If only we could have a simple and direct plan for our faith, to limit distraction.
Jesus, glad to help!
Heard of the "Day of the Dead"? Ever wonder about purgatory? They have some things in common. The Holy Spirit and His Word will "teach us all things".
Confused about how this whole relationship with God the Father, Jesus the /son, and the Holy Spirit works? What's the point of it anyway? A glorious answer awaits, at eh Last Supper!
Wondering about your prayer life? Jesus gives a powerful command about prayers, and the Apostle Paul takes that command in some fascinating directions.
In times of deep trial, confusion, and sorrow we need a simple and helpful word from the Lord. The disciples needed that at the Last Supper, too. Jesus delivers.
Mystified by the direction in America, the world? Judas' rejection of Jesus at the Last Supper gives us some insight for today!
Want to get to know Jesus better? The real, up close, deep heart of Christ? Here's your chance! The night before His death on the cross, Jesus goes deep with His disciples.
Isaiah 6:1-8
John 13:1-20[
Ever feel stuck in your walk with the Lord? Is life kind of boring, nothin seems to give the thrill you wish for? John looks over the varied reactions to Jesus, and gives insight!
John 12:35-50
Needing some clarity in our confused and chaotic world? Jesus here, is days from His appointment with the cross. His razor sharp focus will help us see through the night clearly.
John 12:23-36
Feeling like you need help with a razor sharp focus on how to live life, right now? Trust Jesus to nail it to the wall for us, in John 12.
Personal plans bumping into roadblocks? "Man's Plans" vs "God's Will" is a great topic that runs right into the cross of Christ Jesus. Huh?
Bondage, captivity, feelings of complete inability to act against forces that makes us powerless. The Son of Man, who is also the Son of God, will act into this bondage, on our behalf. Meet Lazarus!
Still have some fears about death? Want a deeper understanding about what happens at death? Jesus is going to transform our whole grasp of life/death/resurrection in John 11!
So many don't have a clue what the "heartbeat of God" really might be. Even believers sometimes drift and lose track. Jesus wants us to hear, feel, and know His heart!
Today's word from Jesus is so wonderfully encouraging, no, really. This Savior is like no other. If you personally need to know someone you can trust will lead you, someone out there is willing to die for you, then take this word to heart!
The world, our country, maybe your personal "zone of living" is experiencing a deepening darkness. What should we do? How do we respond to the darkness? Jesus lights the way!
Ever wonder how to approach a conversation with someone who thinks the opposite from you on a spiritual matter? Roe v Wade has brought this powerfully to mind recently! Let's follow Jesus' lead on this one!
Where do you feel close to God? Is it a place where you've met Him before? Do you feel you have to travel a long ways to hear His booming voice or......can He be found close by in a quiet whisper?
In today's mind set of I need more, find out How you can know that only Jesus is enough.
I hope you've gotten "caught" in your sins, like the woman caught in adultery. "Say what?!" Did you know she wasn't the only person to get "caught" that day? Let's get caught by Christ Jesus today!
Do you need to know victory today? Do you thirst for God's presence, forgiveness, joy? Hear Jesus' shouted initiation to all these and more!
Freedom, the gift, and the price paid to keep it, is on our hearts this Memorial Day weekend. God is not idle, when wickedness rises up. Hear His answer to troubled times!
Ever wonder what God's will is, of your life? Ever wonder what Jesus considered the most important accomplishment of His life and ministry? Answers to both of these questions are clear to hear, in John, chapter 6!
Has your faith ever been "tried"? Maybe it's being tried, right now? John, the apostle, is going to speak some straight up truth to us, for us, this morning, about faith and the work of it. Please join us.
What are you looking for, from Jesus? Help? Healing? A job! A boyfriend/girlfriend? His will for your life? Jesus wanted the crowds to have it all!
Can Jesus' resurrection power actually make a difference in my life? And what evidence do I have that I can trust Jesus to be who He claims to be? Eye-witness John, the beloved disciple, speaks to us today!
Brandon Sahr shares today. God's plan. God is in control. God's timing is perfect. Proverbs 19:21. It's all in God's plan!! God gives us a choice. What, who, do you choose?
Rodney Yates walks un through Paul's letters to the Corninthians and the direction he receives from God that lead him in God's ministry. What do we need to do to minister for God.
Need some serious, shocking level, power in your life to get you through to victory? Good thing Jesus accomplished Resurrection Day!
Do you sometimes wish the Bible would just plainly state the facts in a way a kindergartner could understand? Behold, John 5!
Sometimes, don't you just want to know..."what is the heart of God, anyway?" John, Chapter 5, is a great place to see the heart of God!
Having a rough time? Feels like God isn't listening, not answering, maybe even feels like He's being mean? Wow. Is God speaking to us in John 4 today!
If faith comes by hearing, how can I help People I'm witnessing to, praying for, hear the gospel? Jesus shows the way!
Believing is so essential to everything that God offers us, in Christ Are you sure you know how believing happens?
The beginning of the 2022 Lent worship season starting with Ash Wednesday worship service.
Ever feel like your faith-walk is getting stale, maybe need a wake-up call? Wow, Jesus gives us both of those today, up close and personal.
Does God, and/or Jesus, seem far away? Maybe we wonder if He really is able to "connect" with us, and "daily life", on earth. Jesus' very first miracle gives us an exhilarating answer!
Ever wonder if Jesus really cares that much about little old me, and my following of Him? Is there much to look forward to, in this relationship? Or do I just hand on until heaven's glories?
Do you often feel like you have the power to impact people, situations, life around you? The Bible clearly lays out the powerful possibilities before us.
Revelation Chapter 13 cont'd.
Apologies for delayed start...missing Pastor Joe's initial synopsis via his reading of Revelation 13:6-9
Our world is changing, and new challenges are coming our way. Are you ready to follow Christ into deeper places of supernatural love?
Have you ever realized your life has gotten full of stuff you are handling, and you need some clarity in your walk of faith? Welcome John the Baptist!
Weariness might be one of our biggest challenges in this season. Does God have resources to help us "not grow weary"? God showed Jeremiah one of the best!
What do we do with tears? Our own, or the tears of others? What does God think of tears? What does He do with them? So many great answers today, in the Bible!
Ever wish you could have been around 2,000 years ago, and hung out with Jesus? Sure! Well, did we miss the entire boat? Or, can we experience His presence today?
Is life pretty much "normal" for you right now? Or is life a fiery trial for you right now? Christmas speaks into both of those experiences in life, and powerfully!
Ever go into debt for Christmas presents? There is a devt we need to understand. A debt that makes the good news of Christmas more powerful than any "holiday" the world can add reindeer to, red-nosed or not!
Whether Christmas is boring and stale to you, or alive and powerful to you, this word will draw you near to the God of Christmas in a fresh and wondrous way. Let Christmas find you!
Pastor Lyndon Korhonen shares how we are prone to wander and prone to leave the God we love. He walks us through Ephesians 4:22-24 and how come we the need for daily renewal in the word.
We now know Bible prophecy is true. Is there any prophecy coming true today? Yes! And it points us to the most critical point in all of Scripture.
What if I'm not great at remembering scientific stuff that shows the Bible is true? Ok, let the Bible itself prove it is true and trustworthy! It all points to Jesus!!!
Feel unable to even begin to defend the Bible's account of Noah's flood and the tower of Babel? Have no fear, evidence is here! Grow in knowledge, and have resources at hand, to share your faith without fear!
Ever feel inadequate to defend your faith, or share with a questioning person why you believe? Here's the first of four sermons with printable helps to do just that! Be bold to believe the Lord and the truth!
Do you need to know that God can forgive you, no matter how badly you have failed Him? Would you believe that Leviticus is home to some of the most powerful gospel moments in the whole Bible? Follow Aaron, into Leviticus!
So many things to be afraid of! And God has one main and powerful anti-dote to fear. Let's get a firm grip on it and never let it go!
Does Israel get anything right in the book of Exodus? She shines in this heart stirring passage! And she points us to our own stirring of heart today!
Lots of religious people think they are doing just fine with God. Lots of non-religious people think that if there is a heaven, they belong there because they are pretty decent folk. How does the glowing face of Moses speak to this lie, in powerful fashion?
God wants the impact of the Passover plague and the lamb's sacrifice for Israel's salvation that night, to become the life-time connecting point for Israel and their daily walk with God. Is there something like that for you and I today?
God gave Moses as much of His goodness as Moses could handle, without killing him! Then God gave it to the Israelites, with a warning and command. We desperately need to heed that warning today.
Fear is one of the devil's favorite weapons against us. Fears for our children and grandchildren are near the top of the list for many. Let the word of God transform fear into bold faith!
Recap of the Revelation timeline using Pastor Joe's illustrations. Audio did not record till after Pastor started...apologies from the non-techy volunteer!
Steven Kvale, and his wife, share Bible translation availability and progress, written as well as in sign languages. Steven also shared from Luke 10:1-12. The harvest (need) is great but the workers are few. You could be the only person to share the gospel with a certain person. Be encouraged. Be bold. Share.
Ever sinned so terribly that you worried of God's presence leaving you and not returning? Moses worried, for the people of Israel, and God answered. You and I need to hear the answer today, too.
Ever really messed up, with the Lord? Maybe you're in the mess right now? The golden calf "incident" will speak directly into your heart today!
What gems did God give Moses while he was up on the mountain for 40 days and nights? Only detailed plans for displaying the gospel, heaven, worship, and more! Today, golden gospel
So many voices we can listen to in our world: prophets, bloggers, youtubers, and more. Mt. Sinai has provided deep foundations and connections for us already; could it point to the ultimate life focus for humanity?
Think Mt. Sinai and you, New Testement believer, have nothing in common? Wrongo! Think you can't learn a deep grace/salvation truth from Moses and blood sacrifice way back in Exodus? Wrong again! Find Jesus in Exodus!
Brandon Olson shares his faith walk with God. Giving testimony of God's grace and how important it is to be with other believers. "Even if....no matter what.....the path you walk down, God is with us! Through faith, you can be NEW in God.
Tired and need to rest? Do you need physical or spiritial rest, or both. They go hand in hand. Do not fear but be diligent in finding rest. Find rest in God and seek rest with God. Come to me all who are weary and heavy laden. I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28.
Let Jesus turn your understanding of the 10 Commandments into a powerful gospel moment that draws you near to a "tremble-worthy" God! Come to the mountain and meet your God!
Freedom is the theme of this weekend in America, and rightly so. So what does God declaring the Ten Commandments to Israel at smoking Mt. Sinai have to do with freedom? The slaves have been set free to serve!
Isreal meets God at Mt Sinai. Boundaries are established, holiness displayed is fearsome ways, even animals pay the price when stepping over the line. How is this part of the gospel? It's foundational, and fantastic!
Want to get to know God? The ten plagues on Egypt and the Red Sea crossing, the daily manna and quail, with miracle supply of water, all show God's fierce love for us. Is there anything else we should know?
Ever get great advise, from an unexpected source? Moses did! The advice goes right to the heart of what believers/parents need to hear in America today. This is crucial for us to take to heart.
God allowed fear, thirst, and hunger to test His children. To show them they could trust Him with their every need. What happens when God allows the enemy to attack?
You might think overwhelming evidence of God would "make people believe". But saving faith does not work that way. How does it work? Exodus gives us eye-opening clues!
Do you worry a lot, about tomorrow, next week, next year, retirement, etc.? Go deep with Isreal and absorb the vital lesson God begins teaching them in Exodus 16. We need this faith training, too!
We all go through multiple learning curves through life, some mild and some extreme. Israel's faith learning curve is about to become pretty steep. I'm thankful, because we can learn right along with them, without having to physically go through the wilderness.
Ever been confused, conflicted, by your own heart? Pharoah had a terrible time with his heart. The Lord wants to minister to our hearts today, surgery if needed, and the healing mercies of His mercy and grace.
Faith is a slippery thing, doubting is a real thing, even the disciples wrestled with them. How about you? From the Red Sea to the locked room post-Easter, let Christ help you believe!
Where can we turn in our darkest, scariest moments? Has God given us any encouragement? His extraordinary encouragement to Israel in leaving Egypt, is wonderful truth for us today. Take heart!
Are you feeling like an Egyptian today: not part of God's family, surrounded by fake gods demanding attention, not sure if you are welcome at the Lord's table? Let the 10 plagues answer that feeling!
This is a day for marveling. When's the last time you marveled at something, someone? Let the glorious deeds of our majestic God lift your spirit and life today, in celebration of Easter!
Can Moses and Exodus speak to our Palm Sunday? Yes, they can, and they will bring us to the foot of the cross in amazing fashion. Bring on the ten plagues!
The seal of God was placed on His bond servants. The Lamb will be our shepherd and.....we WILL be rewarded.
When we cry out to God for help with a problem, His answer will be immediate and wonderful. Right?! That's not what happened for Israel in Egypt. Let's keep learning the ways of God, with Israel.
God shares with His servants, as His bond servants, we need patient endurance. We need to repent of our "distractions". We are to hold fast to God and what we know is truth.
I want you to know, that in this sermon you will meet a Sovereign Lord who holds heaven and hell, life and death, and individual human beings in the palm of His hand. Moses met this God at the burning bush. You must meet Him, too.
Who is Jesus' family? Define "family". How supportive was Jesus' family? Can family life "change"? How did Jesus' family dynamics change? To Bond slaves?
Bored? Stuck in a rut? Drifting further from what you thought was your life purpose? Time for a burning bush! That bush points to Jesus, and heaven, and eternal destiny for all.
Simeon had a promise from God that he would see the Christ child before he died. Simeon committed himself as a bond slave until he saw the Christ Child. Both kept their promises.
Can God have purpose in allowing painful times for many people? Or individuals? Watch our compassionate God at work in Exodus, Chapter 2.
Jesus is the ultimate example of a bond servant. Paul committed himself, as well as people around Jesus committed themselves, to the servanthood of Jesus Christ.
Foundations are critical. Where can we go for trustworthy spiritual foundations? Genesis is loaded with foundations, and Exodus builds on them. Freedom and fear are up first!
Humility. What does it mean to be humble? What does being humble look like? How does this look like as children of God? Journey with us through Lent as we follow Jesus' example of humility.
We all love a good love story, sometimes even a tragic love story. Valentine is a good example. How about you? How far is your love story willing to go?
(Apologies that the first couple minutes are missing!)
Never felt the nudge to give, much? Never really experienced it as joy, as some people seem to do? Maybe we need some inspiration for giving. Here's inspiration for giving that can change lives forever!
Does God let us go through trials for a purpose? What kind of purpose could He have in mind? So many, we could never count. But, here's Pastor Joes' testimony of what God did through his Covid experience.
The ongoing tumult in Washington has kept many of us riveted on the breaking news from our government. Have you ever considered Jesus' a[[roach to Kings and politics? Prepare to be refreshed!
How much do you have? How much do you want? More yet, where are you storing your treasures? Let's listen and learn what the best treasure, that will last the lonest, is worth gathering.
We probably know that God tells us, a lot, not to be afraid or anxious. Did you ever wonder why we don't have to be anxious? You might be surprised. Oh, ok, you WILL be surprised!
Are you like Scrooge? Full of ignorance and wants? Want to walk down a path of Life? Life with God's Word. Jesus. Through Jesus our ignorance is driven out and out wants are fulfilled. Merry Christmas!
Wow! What a year! What a day! What a GOD! Dellites share testimonies of God's love and grace this year, today, and the days yet to come. Be encouraged by God's provisions.
Where is your focus? Is it on Earthly things? Or is it on Heavenly things, Eternity? How does Jesus and His gift of Salvation fit in your life?
I appreciate the "KISS" plan, "keep it simple, silly." Sometimes it seems so hard to keep on track with faith and life. Good thing Jesus gave us a KISS plan for walking with Him! John 14:25-15:11
Seems like we are living in the times of the whirlwind: politics, Covid, natural disasters all around, with new developments daily and weekly keeping us reeling. Is Yahweh/I AM present in these circumstances, too? What are we to do?
John 9:1-10:11
Has this thought crept into your heart, unawares, "I am a pretty good person. God will let me into heaven."? That dragon must be slain! The word of God has the sword for the job!
Ever felt lost, confused, scared? Maybe feel that way now? 2020 has done that for a lot of folks. Yahweh, I Am, has an answer for that!
Paul's life and mission come to an end, as we finish the book of Acts. Paul's last words to Timothy, will grab your heart and deepen your faith. To the one who has ears to hear, let them hear.
It's so natural for us to expect our life journey with the Lord to be "according to plan" and "on schedule". So, why is our path almost always off the map and agonizingly slow? Paul's shipwreck will give us one great answer!
"The two hardest things to say in life are "hello" for the first time, and "goodbye" for the last." Moira Rodgers. In Acts 20, Paul's "goodbye" to the elders of Ephesus still speaks with power to us today.
Through the thick and thin of life's trials, what should our focus be? What do our actions say? Let's find out with Paul what our purpose and our value is. Let's finish the race before us and finish strong.
Misery loves company, and today we see 24,000 miserable people trying to convince themselves that life without the true God is OK. What does God offer miserable people?
We could really use some "good courage" right now, right? Two attention-grabbing phrases will catch your attention and your heart today. Good courage is coming your way!
Paul's missionary travels are epic, but riddled with defeats and set-backs. A tender moment between Paul and the Lord speaks powerfully to us today.
Ever feel like you are surrounded by people who don't know anything about God or the Bible? You might even be the only one in the room who has a clue. Paul lived it, and stood up to preach it. Be thankful you have heard the Gospel!
Acts 17:16:34
God's word says "Do not be afraid" over 300 times. What do you suppose ungodly forces spend an awful lot of their time trying to get you and I to do? Paul ran up against exactly these kinds of schemes 2,000 years ago. The word shows the way!
Even a mad crowd and a beating can't sidetrack Paul from proclaiming and sharing the Lord. Once again, the word of God speaks directly into our modern experience with truth!
Graduates who are entering the workplace may think they are done with tests forever, but the Lord has a word of advice today, that we can all take to heart. His tests have great purpose!
Are you like Paul and have a plan but it doesn't seem to be working? Why? Because....The Lord knows best. Press on. Seek Him. Trust Him.