Sermon Date: January 5th, 2024 Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 A new year is a good time to dream. I want to read more books, spend less time on my phone, and spend more time with my family and friends. I'm sure most of you have also been setting New Year's goals and are already working … Continue reading Ambassadors of Reconciliation
Do you love me? (John 21:15-19)
After Jesus rose from the grave, he appeared to his disciples on several occasions. At one point he appeared to some of them while they were fishing. When Peter realized it was Jesus, Scripture tells us that “he tied his outer clothing around him (for he had taken it off) and plunged into the sea.” … Continue reading Do you love me? (John 21:15-19)
Receive Forgiveness From Jesus (Matthew 9:2)
And behold, some people brought to him a paralytic, lying on a bed. And when Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, "Take heart, my son; your sins are forgiven." Matthew 9:2 ESV The word had spread around town that Jesus was a miracle worker. So, the paralytic man's friends got to work. … Continue reading Receive Forgiveness From Jesus (Matthew 9:2)
Summer ’23: Karate, summer school, and learning to communicate feelings vs lashing out
We're wrapping up a full summer of great memories. The boys and I started taking Karate together at UpLevel Martial Arts. It's been great! I took Karate as a boy, which taught me great life skills. It has been fun to now do Karate with Isaiah and Amos. Mr. Barnes, the program director, and all … Continue reading Summer ’23: Karate, summer school, and learning to communicate feelings vs lashing out
Put Jesus First (Mark 10:21)
And Jesus, looking at him, loved him, and said to him, “You lack one thing: go, sell all that you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.” Mark 10:21 ESV There is a funny meme that has been used thousands of times known as "the boyfriend looking back" or "distracted … Continue reading Put Jesus First (Mark 10:21)
Find Joy in Daily Repentance (Acts 3:19)
Therefore, repent and return, so that your sins may be wiped away, in order that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord; Acts 3:19 NASB I think most people see repentance as something to be avoided. We see it like cleaning toilets or getting a root canal. We really would rather … Continue reading Find Joy in Daily Repentance (Acts 3:19)
Why would a loving God send people to hell?
One common objection to Christianity is the teaching on hell. "I just can't believe a loving God would send people to hell for lying about their taxes or cheating on their homework. It's too cruel." Those who think like this end up either rejecting God or they keep God and reject the biblical teaching on … Continue reading Why would a loving God send people to hell?
How do I know God’s will for my life?
One of the greatest desires we all have is to know God's will. We have important life decisions to make and don't want to mess up. We pray and ask for clarity. We often hear silence and wonder what to do next. Does God speak? How can I know what He wants? We are so … Continue reading How do I know God’s will for my life?
Grieve with Hope (1 Thessalonians 4:13-14)
13 Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. 14 For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen … Continue reading Grieve with Hope (1 Thessalonians 4:13-14)
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