Blessed are the Cracked

I recently read that Groucho Marx said, “Blessed are the cracked, for they shall let in the light.” I had to reread the quote a few times. You have to be cracked for the light to get in there, so being cracked is a blessing even though it’s not usually what we think when we … Continue reading Blessed are the Cracked →

Stand in Awe Outline

{ASH WEDNESDAY 2017} Stand in Awe Let the whole world fear the LORD, and let everyone stand in awe of Him. [Psalm 33:8] Lent is a season of fasting and renewal. When you fast (stop doing something), but you also replace it with something else—something beneficial to your relationship with Jesus. For this Lenten season, … Continue reading Stand in Awe Outline →

Baptism Sermon Outline

7-2-17 Baptism United as One Body Ephesians 4:1-6 Spirit Baptism– “I believe” in Jesus Christ Child of God through Faith in Jesus Galatians 3:26- for in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. Water Baptism– Act of Obedience to Matthew 28:19-20 Matthew 28:19-20– Therefore go and make disciples of all … Continue reading Baptism Sermon Outline →

Behold the Lamb Series

Week 1 – The Lamb of God [John 1:29, Leviticus 17:11] Here is the LAMB OF GOD who takes away the sin of the world. Behold –to point something out Here – to indicate a place … John is drawing attention to Jesus Lamb of God – sent by God, provided by God Takes Away … Continue reading Behold the Lamb Series →

The Atheist Flower

When my daughter came home with a carnation on Valentine’s Day, I knew who it came from though she had her questions. Today, as the flower has finally reached the point of no return, I have tossed it out and rinsed out my favorite vase. She later learned who gave her the flower, a boy … Continue reading The Atheist Flower →

Harvest with Joy

Ministry is not always easy. Many times, it is grueling. Onlookers can only capture a glimpse of what is put into a ministry. They may not see the initial planning, the preparation, and everything that goes into getting everything in place. But they also don’t see the back-end story—they don’t see the lives of those … Continue reading Harvest with Joy →

Willing Consent

Notice that when Paul writes Philemon, he says he didn’t want to do anything without having Philemon’s consent. He wanted Philemon to help because it was something he was willing to do, not something that he was forced into doing. The Bible speaks about this desire and purposeful decision we make to do something, and … Continue reading Willing Consent →

A Different Attitude

After the twelve spies surveyed the land, only two came back with a good report. Ten men came back to share their fear of the strong people of the land. When the people were speaking negatively about the situation, Caleb boldly stepped forward. The Bible says that he “silenced the people before Moses.” He exclaimed, … Continue reading A Different Attitude →

The Tip

My daughter went out to eat for her first sit down dinner with a group, where she was then required to take care of her own bill and tip accordingly. She was well prepared for the trip and was excited to have some time to spend with her friends dining out. When it was time … Continue reading The Tip →

Cannot Afford to Tithe

Recently, someone told me that they “cannot afford to tithe.” I remember those days—the days when I thought I could not part with the money or the bills wouldn’t get paid. But I also remember the moment I got my finances in order, when I started to take a serious look at where the money … Continue reading Cannot Afford to Tithe →