On February 8th, a blogger, Mark5solas, posted research he did on why youth are leaving the Church in droves. He interviewed many twenty-somethings and then wrote down what his research revealed. Yet, his research is more than intriguing. For what he found has been going on for a long time (for example, how many of […]
Genesis 32:22-32: God’s Promise to You
February 24, 2013 by
From the beginning, Jacob was a thief, a cheat, and a momma’s boy. He grew up to be a man who played favorites with his wives and children. He was always looking out for number one. When Esau, Jacob’s twin brother was born, Jacob was holding onto his older brother’s heel, looking as if, even […]
Hebrews 9:15-22: His Pardoning Blood
February 20, 2013 by
We know what a last will and testament is. Most of us normally just call it a “will.” A will is a legal document someone uses to transfer title of his property or goods after his death. It’s a way of making sure that what you have is given to those you want it. But […]
Genesis 3:1-21: Addicted to Sin
February 18, 2013 by
We began our 40-day journey to Easter this past Wednesday. On that night, we heard solemn words from the Prophet Joel, calling all to repent. Joel said, “Sound the horn in Zion! Announce a sacred fast and call for a solemn assembly! Gather the people! Consecrate the congregation! Assemble the aged. Gather the children and […]
Broken, Lesson 8: Worship of Self
February 18, 2013 by
These are a series of lessons adapted from Jonathan Fisk’s book, Broken. All are encouraged buy Broken to get the full content in the book. Never follow a rule to justify yourself. Seriously The 7th rule every Christian should break as often as possible is this: The worship of yourself. Seven Degrees of […]
Hebrews 9:6-14: Not All the Blood of Beasts
February 14, 2013 by
During this Lenten season, our midweek sermons will focus on blood. The sight of blood can unnerve us. We shudder at its sight, and it can make us feel faint or queasy. Today, many of us are deathly afraid of blood, which we know can carry horrifying diseases. But our distaste for blood doesn’t just […]
Midweek Lenten Services
February 11, 2013 by
This year’s theme for our midweek Lenten services will be “The Blessings in the Blood of Jesus.” Our sermons will be based on selected excerpts from the New Testament book of Hebrews. Service times for our Wednesday services will be at 1:00 and 7:oo PM. Our first Lenten service will be on February 13th, Ash Wednesday.
The Transfiguration of Jesus: 2 Peter 1:16-21
February 11, 2013 by
We love lights. The glow of lights often points us to where the people are, where the conversations are flowing, and where merriment is to be had. And so by association, many of us like the glow of lights and the feelings they stir within us. Just think of people’s attraction for Las Vegas–it’s not […]
Broken, Lesson 7: Freedom
February 11, 2013 by
These are a series of lessons adapted from Jonathan Fisk’s book, Broken. All are encouraged buy Broken to get the full content in the book. Never follow a rule that doesn’t like rules The 6th rule every Christian should break as often as possible is this: Freedom. Idol Addiction The Bible talks about sin […]
Matthew 8:23-27: The waves of fear and doubt are gone
February 3, 2013 by
A tempest, a storm is unleashing its fury on the Sea of Galilee. Waves are throwing themselves on to the boat. The stout fishermen keeping the boat afloat start to lose their confidence, even in their own skills and abilities. For they are no match against the raging sea. In an instant, it no longer […]
