At this time of year our minds go back to the time of the two world wars, as well as the Korean Conflict, Viet Nam, Afghanistan, etc. WE are a country at peace now but we have also been at war. We have other battles, though, that we wage on a regular basis, battles with … [Read more…]
We live in a society that seems to adhere to the principle that you need to speak up if something needs to be addressed. That is very true in so many circumstances — but not all. Sometimes the Lord wants us to bring our concerns before Him in prayer and then leave them there and … [Read more…]
David prays earnestly in Psalm 61, but it is not a prayer of desperation based on past regrets but rather a prayer of confidence based on God’s past provision. God has been, and will continue to be, faithful, and David is confident of that. We would do well to follow his example. Join us this … [Read more…]
Sometimes when we are going through a long, dark tunnel of trial it can seem like the Lord has vacated the premises. But thankfully that’s not the case, and what better person to help us understand this fact than David, a man who knew how it felt to be in the valley (or in this … [Read more…]
The more you are able to trust the Lord as a Christian, the more influence you will have with others in your life. Trusting Jesus means letting Him have control of the reins and that is what people need to see. This lesson comes through quite clearly in the well-known story of the feeding of … [Read more…]
The apostles had so much on their plate serving their Lord and at times things got just plain too busy and hectic. Jesus wanted them to rest. Folks, we cannot go on fumes and still expect our relationship with the Lord to be fresh. Furthermore, that stress will affect other relationships, as well. Join us … [Read more…]
When it comes to making decisions and lifestyle choices, what influences your final decision? Are you firm in your convictions to do everything God’s way, or are you swayed by the opinions of others? We are not talking here about the wisdom of godly counsel but rather the approval of those we value as friends … [Read more…]
If you re a follower of Jesus Christ then you have a calling. A calling isn’t just for pastors. No, EVERY Christian is called to a specific work that the Lord has for him/her to do while on this earth. Have you discovered yours yet? Let’s investigate further this Sunday at 9 am and 11 … [Read more…]
Sometimes, like the exiles that returned from captivity, we have to learn our lessons the hard way. However, as long as we learn them there are blessings to enjoy. When that’s the case, boy, has God got something in mind for us! The challenges and corrections that God’s people faced are now going to give … [Read more…]
You know the old saying, “One rotten apple spoils the barrel” and with sin, that is definitely true. Unfortunately, a little bit of holiness does not turn a sour life sweet. The people of God needed to hear this message from the prophet Haggai, and we do, too! Join us this Sunday at 9 am … [Read more…]