When Evil Exists

In 2 Kings we read that there can be no peace when evil exists. Read 2 Kings 9:18-22. This passage follows a verse with the watchman noting that Jehu’s mob was approaching. The horseman asked “Do you come in peace” numerous times. Jehu continued to respond, “What do you have to do with peace? Fall … Continue reading When Evil Exists →

Do Not Be Conformed

In Romans 12:2, we read: “Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God” (CSB). This word “conformed” means that you identify with or that you look similar to something because you follow … Continue reading Do Not Be Conformed →

Despising the Riches

Today’s verse touches upon judging others for doing something when you do the same thing. You’ve been there right? We’ve all been there. I would imagine everyone has had a moment of hypocrisy. Hopefully we have since then opened our eyes, but usually it’s not the case. We love to point out the splinter all … Continue reading Despising the Riches →

The Applause

Romans 1:28-32 says: “And because they did not think it worthwhile to acknowledge God, God delivered them over to a corrupt mind so that they do what is not right. They are filled with all unrighteousness, evil, greed, and wickedness. They are full of envy, murder, quarrels, deceit, and malice. They are gossips, slanderers, God-haters, arrogant, proud, boastful, inventors … Continue reading The Applause →

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 →

False Way of Life

The Psalmist declares hate for every false way of life. Other translations translate this as hating the wrong path or false propaganda. The Hebrew word “sheqer” is used here, meaning falsehood or deception. The complete verse says that the commandments of God result in understanding. When we have this understanding, the result is then hatred … Continue reading False Way of Life →

Business Closed

I was supposed to get a delivery yesterday, but the scheduled delivery never happened. The post office marked the reason as “business is closed.” I never knew that I was running a business at my home. If we are, there are no employees, no services provided, and no profits so we are failing miserably. The … Continue reading Business Closed →

Fire Hazard

It was a morning filled with the chaos of snow. For those who love snow, I’m sure they were enjoying the white fluffy madness. I’ll admit it looked beautiful on the trees; however, I am more thankful for the arrival of spring. I’ve never been a big fan of snow. Driving in the snow is … Continue reading Fire Hazard →

Searching for Love

This morning as we were finishing our walk, I was looking for my keys as we approached the house. For some reason, likely because coffee was not in my system, I was looking in all the wrong places. I went through each pocket to no avail, because I was not looking where they always are … Continue reading Searching for Love →