All of us have dreams and goals in life. Some are big, some are small. Some are short term, some are long term. If you are young it may be…
In chapters 14-16 of John’s gospel Jesus reveals more to us about the Holy Spirit than anywhere else in the gospels. Because Jesus knew the disciples mindset and what lay…
What drives your faith? What is it that keeps you pressing toward the goal for that which Paul described as “the prize of the upward call of God in Christ…
Today, I would like for us to reflect upon three ways we choose to live our lives. Life is a wonderful thing, but not everyone enjoys a fulfilled life. Some…
The words spoken by Jesus to the eleven disciples only hours before His death in John 15:18-16:4 . He knew how these men would react to his arrest and eventual…
A call for leaders has been issued. The call charges each of us to search out the spiritual gift(s) God has given us for a specific area of ministry, our …
Today, many people the world over, have gathered and will gather to remember the death, burial and resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ. I am afraid, however, that so much…
Have you ever been hurt, more than you ever thought you could. The scenarios are endless. Nothing tends to affect our relationships as much as an unforgiving spirit. Our continued…
What happens when a church prays? What happens when you and I are continually asking God to accomplish His purposes among us? The truth is, only God knows. Paul told…
Do you like jigsaw puzzles? Some of you who do. There are others of you who do not. Jigsaw puzzles rely on connecting pieces, and oftentimes one piece determines whether…
Tonight, in our final lesson in this series, I want us to look at the fact that concept of community in our lives as Christians. What I mean by this…
If there is something you could change about this world in which you and I live, what would it be? If there is something you could change about yourself, what…
I would like for us to look that the overarching responsibility which God has given to us. In order to introduce this responsibility, I need to direct your attention to…
Why does God allow the righteous to suffer? Have you ever stopped to seriously consider that question? At the end of Hebrews 11, the great chapter on faith, the writer…
The powerful thing about Jesus' accention is that He did not leave us with a negative message. He speaks of two blessings which result from our abiding in Him and…
Give yourself to God. Let Him use the time, ability, and influence He has given to you for His glorification. Consider what you have in your hand that God can…
You and I as Christians possess the greatest news that mankind has ever heard or will ever hear. It is the message of salvation, of a Savior who came into…
Have you ever taken a trip and left a list of things for a family member or close friend to take care of while you were gone. Knowing that He…
“Put on the full armor of God so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes [tactics] of the devil” (Ephesians 6:11). We are participants in a…
Have you ever sat in front of a fire place or around a campfire? In the midst of that fire the embers continue to burn brightly. However, if you drag one away from the fire, its glow will eventually fade away. In the same way, you and I as Christians need to gather, as often as possible, with our brothers and sisters in Christ in order to keep our own spiritual fire burning.