How can we conquer fear? Only by replacing it with a bigger fear. God is bigger than all of our fears. Oswald Chambers said "When you fear God you fear nothing else, when you do not fear God you … [Read more...]
Fear Not: Stand still and see the salvation of the Lord
We've heard that the phrase "fear not" or "Do not be afraid" is mentioned in the Bible 365 times. My Bible has a very good concordance, so I decided to look up a few examples. Today, when everything … [Read more...]
No need for a curtain in the new Sanctuary
39 When entering an auditorium or a theater before a performance, we may be greeted by a massive wall of heavy fabric. Anticipation builds as we take our seats. What can be going on behind that … [Read more...]
When God Chooses Us
Psalm 78: 67-72 "Moreover He refused the tabernacle of Joseph, and chose not the tribe of Ephraim; But chose the tribe of Judah, the mount Zion, which He loved. And He built His sanctuary like high … [Read more...]
Your choice: DIY or Support your local contractors
Painting a three-bedroom Craftsman style house with a wonderful front porch seems like a daunting task for a single mom and her two teen-aged daughters. But, you had to know this particular mom. She … [Read more...]
Why hesitate?
In our weekly worship, our messages have been based on the good news found in the Gospel of Mark. This past week we reached the 15th. chapter, which begins to tell the dramatic story of Jesus's … [Read more...]
Serving Jesus boldly – even when we fail
One apostle in the Gospels appeals to us because he stands out. Peter has a reputation for being the boastful one. While others follow Jesus just as loyally, Peter always speaks up. When Jesus tries … [Read more...]
No Need to Try to Do Life Alone
"Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is, but exhorting one another; and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching." Hebrews 10:23 KJV. We need our people … [Read more...]
Keeping the Lights on into the New Year
Okay, it's the middle of January. All of our Christmas decorations should be safely stored until next year. Well, at least until my second favorite season, Christmas in July. But, how can we continue … [Read more...]
The More Things Stay the Same, the More They Change
The Christmas season is a time for tradition. We long for the comforts of old memories, of happier times. One thing you will never hear from me is a complaint about someone getting in the Christmas … [Read more...]
