Topic: Finish Well (Joshua 14)
Caleb was a man who finished well. It is a great thing to finish well.
Topic: Sin will always cause a set back!
First John 1:9, “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”
Topic: Walls of Jericho
“…the people of Jericho were cowering in fear, shut up inside their own city and afraid to venture forth. They had heard of the great and awesome power of the God of Israel.”
Topic: Joshua Prepares for Success (Joshua 1:1-9)
Preparation is a crucial step in our walk with God. It's about more than just reading the Bible or going to church. We must immerse ourselves in God's Word, allow it to shape our thoughts, our actions and our attitudes.
“Marriage is hard worth it.”
This is what a t-shirt display whispered to us as we made our way through the bookstore. I wanted to whisper back and say, yes it is WORTH it, but please don’t try to tell me it’s not hard.
Topic: Seven Powerful Life Changing Statements
Jesus hung on the cross for six agonizing hours before succumbing to the torture of crucifixion through asphyxiation. During that time, Jesus made seven statements on the cross recorded in the four gospels of the New Testament. Each of these statements is significant and worthy of every drop of your mental power.
Topic: Mountain Top Experience
Every Sunday can be a life changing mountain top moment with Jesus.
Topic: Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath (Luke 6:1-11)
Let us spend Sunday—the Lord’s Day—resting from our ordinary labors. Let us worship God on the Lord’s Day. And, in addition, let us also do works of necessity and mercy on the Lord’s Day.
Topic: Jesus Saves
Luke 19:10, “For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.”
Topic: The Way (Mark 15:22-41)
The cross provides “the way” to the presence of the Father and opens a role for all in the spreading of the good news of the gospel.
Topic: Prayer Prepares (Mark 1:32-38)
Take time to pray: "Jesus, help us to connect with God like you did. Teach us to pray, to recharge and to ride the waves of life with You. Help us to live out our mission with Your power. Amen."
When it comes to falling in love with the Bible, how do we ignite that spark without the dread of finding time, energy, or enthusiasm to dig deeper into scripture?
Topic: All Give, But Some Give All, Keep It Real.
The widow put in more with no doubt that God would not let her down. She is an example of real faith.
Topic: Cost of Following Jesus
As we reflect on these verses, let us remember that being a disciple of Christ is not always a comfortable journey. It may lead to conflict, sacrifice and even persecution. However, it is a journey that offers the greatest reward: eternal life with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Topic: Called to Follow Jesus (Matthew 9:9-10)
I want us to hear today that Jesus, the master disciple maker, can take anyone who will follow Him and mold that person into something special.
Topic: I Want to Follow (Matthew 8:18-22)
Ask the Lord, and He will show you what to do and give you the urgency to accomplish that ministry at hand.
Topic: Praying for an Open Door
“Open doors” is a metaphor in the New Testament describing how God opens an opportunity for the gospel to be shared.
Topic: Bible Reading Challenge for 2024
Why is reading the Bible necessary? What you put into the reading of Scripture will dictate what you get out.
Topic: Who is Baby Jesus?
Hebrews 1:1-4 paints a picture of the surpassing greatness of Jesus Christ well-suited for our understanding of Christmas. This gives us a glimpse into the majesty of Jesus, yes, the majesty of baby Jesus.
Topic: Seek and Rejoice (Psalm 105)
The more we think about and speak about how much God has blessed us, the more thankful we will be. Thanksgiving is contagious.
Topic: God’s Protection (Psalm 91)
Psalm 91 guarantees that ultimately, in whatever circumstance, the faithful are secure in God’s love. God’s protection is through faith in Jesus Christ.
Topic: The City of God Rejoices (Psalm 87)
Just as God has chosen Jerusalem to be His city, He has called people from all nations to salvation and to dwell in Jerusalem. Jerusalem is more than a physical location. It is a symbol of being a citizen of heaven (Ephesians 2:19-22).
Trip of a Lifetime
I pray that as you read these words today you hear God tugging at your heart strings like he did mine. Let 2024 be a year of new beginnings for you. Use these last few weeks of 2023 to do some reflecting. May our minds and hearts TRULY be renewed.
Topic: Better is One Day (Psalm 84)
The psalmist reflects on the joy of the presence while in the valley of Baca in verse 10, “for a day in Your courts is better than a thousand outside. I would rather stand at the threshold of the house of my God than dwell in the tents of wickedness.”
Topic: The Feast (Psalm 81)
Give thanks to the Lord by raising the roof, opening your mouth wide and walking with Him!
Topic: Psalm 68 - God is Victory
Let us live in the victory He has given to us. Verse 35 says, “O God, You are awesome from Your sanctuary. The God of Israel Himself gives strength and power to the people. Blessed be God!”
Thy Will Be Done
“God, allow trials in my life to strengthen my faith, build up my character, and bring me closer to you.”
Topic: Psalm 62 – Pour Out Your Heart to Jesus
Since God is our salvation, we can share with Him the burdens that weigh us down.
Topic: Kindness of God Leads to Repentance
Confession and believing are essential in responding to the kindness of God’s offer of forgiveness and acceptance into His family.