Three times in this passage, Jesus says, "when you pray..." Obviously this is a clear teaching about prayer that highlights, clarifies and guides us to what God expects us to...
When we were young, worship was fun, loud, and full of movement. Somewhere along the line, it's evolved into something that's more meditative, introspective and reverent. Both...
A key aspect of what makes church a community of faith is our desire to ascribe greatness to God alone. Our worship of him acknowledges that there is no other gods like him....
The end of the book of Revelation is especially important for the believer because it gives us a glimpse of what God's ultimate plan looks like. It gives us hope especially...
As a community of faith, the church is nurtured by God. How so? In his mercy. In his grace. He is a God that does not keep his anger forever. A God that abounds in steadfast...
Our natural tendency is to forget what God has done for us. We had a broken relationship with God and broken relationships with other people. In fact, we were enemies. “But God”...
The church is the gathered disciples of Jesus who exemplify the work of the Trinity. In this the church is one body who exercise spiritual gifts that magnify God and draw people...
Most of us desire to live our lives in a way that results in healthy growth and activity. One could argue that God desires that for us also! However, how well do we live when...
The beauty in diversity comes when we take parts that don’t seem to work together and unite them in a way that works harmoniously. How can we be a church that displays such...
As the church of God, we move through the direction of the Holy Spirit. For it is through the Spirit that God reveals his thoughts to us. In contrast to the world, the Holy...
Do we experience "cheap worship?" That is, worship that is not great quality, didn't cost us much, and is "easy come, easy go?" As we read about Jesus' attitudes and actions...
We don't normally witness the entire world come to a standstill. The pandemic did that. But, God did not remain still; he continues to move in his redemptive purpose to draw all...
Most people are clear on what the main verb of Matthew 28:19 is: "Make Disciples." A command that is crystal clear and loaded with promises and encouragement to those of us...
Packing for a trip means being prepared for the circumstances you’ll face. When Jesus asks us to pack the bare minimum, what is he really asking from us and what is he asking...
Recently an article came out that stated, "We think of awe as an emotion reserved for the most extraordinary moments – summiting a mountain, the birth of a child, an exquisite...
It's been over a year since we last worshiped together live in this sanctuary. This calls for a mighty celebration, a joyful noise, shouts of exaltation to our God! It's a new...
There are sacrifices to be made if we truly live out God's mission on making disciples who make disciples. According to Jesus, whoever hates his or her life in this world will...
Dinner parties are usually fun, festive, and food-centered. Jesus regularly joined people at their homes and he was often the guest of honor. But something profound comes to...
What does it mean to be part of the family of God? Is it blood or bond? Is the nuclear family important? What does it take to be in Jesus' circle? When it comes to being in...
We are consumed by the many identities the world has to offer. But, there is only one identity God offers to us, to be his disciple. For that to happen, we must deny or release...
Some things will never happen if something else doesn't happen first. One can't lose weight unless eating and exercise habits change. You can't wake up if you don't go to...
The persecution against Christians scattered Jewish believers to find safety and protection. But, some used the situation to do the unthinkable - they pivoted away from safety...
What do a diploma, vaccine card, and a driver's license have in common? They all serve to prove that you have completed the necessary steps to verify your capabilities....
What is a Disciple? For starters, a disciple is one who remains in, and obeys God’s Word. In His Word we will see God's heart and desire for those of us who claim to be a...
Life is filled with storms that bring harm and destruction. Unfortunately, we also allow them to define who we are and shackle us down. But, there is someone who is much greater...
Because he is our Lord, God promises to be with us. As our Creator, he desires to be with us through the ups and downs of life. We no longer live in fear because of his love for...
Have you ever been in a situation when you REALLY wanted to have a good relationship with another person, but he/she didn't necessarily have the same feeling? You might have...
Often times in our striving towards righteousness, we've become self-righteous. True righteousness comes from the understanding that only through Jesus can anything we do be...
Part of knowing that God is our Lord is professing his provision for our lives. And the proper response to such a provision is to give our lives back to God as an offering.
One of the most powerful attributes of God when he declares that "I am the Lord," is that he is the God who sees you and looks after you. Your burdens are not for you to carry...