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In our last study in Mark, we followed Jesus as he neared his death in Jerusalem at the time of the Passover feast. The disciples were afraid and amazed at Jesus' determination (Mark 10:32). As they traveled with Jesus, so did the crowds. They flocked around Jesus. And the time of Jesus' cross grew near.
Read moreGod Will Provide
(Genesis 22:8)
God will provide -- this is what Abraham believed. (1 Minute/300 Words)
Read moreElection Year Encouragements for Our Congregation
As everyone is aware, we are in a divisive presidential election season. Though I love my country and consider myself blessed to be a citizen here, as a senior pastor, I grin and bear these seasons every four years. But this year, I thought it could be helpful to offer some pastoral counsel for this election. I want to point you afresh to Jesus and give you some biblical pillars during this disruptive time. (8 Minutes/2000 Words)
Read moreGet Help For Your Weaknesses From Your High Priest
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Even a cursory glance at the Psalms shows us that God wants to help his people. Time and time again, in their national prayer book, on inspired by God's Spirit, the people of Israel asked God for his help. "In my distress I called upon the Lord; to my God I cried for help" (Psalm 18:6).
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Right now, we’re continuing our journey through the life of Joseph here in Genesis chapter 42 is where we’ll pick up the teaching today. The situation, of course, was laid out for us in the previous chapters. In chapter 41, Joseph miraculously, meteorically ascended to the position at Pharaoh’s right hand. He became, overnight, the second most powerful man in all of Ancient Egypt, the powerful nation of that particular region.
Read moreLiving In Between the Promise and Fulfillment, Part 3
When you are living in between the promise and the fulfillment, when the world seems dark and ominous, it is important to look to the cross of Christ. There, we are reminded of God's great love for us, and his promise to make all things new. (5 Minutes/1400)
Read morePaul tells us who this war is with: Satan, rulers, authorities, cosmic powers, and spiritual forces of evil. Paul takes no time defending the reality of these forces. To him, their presence is undeniable. (3 Minutes/700 Words)
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Easter 2020 -- Romans 8:18-25 -- Groaning For Resurrection
Read moreOur next song deals with one of the more difficult practices of the disciple's life, waiting for God. Because of who God is — and who we are — there are bound to be various stresses in our relationship with Him. He will confuse us at times. We will be frustrated with Him at times. If God is infinite, flawless and perfect and I am finite, sinful and imperfect, then it stands to reason that I will become frustrated in my relationship with him at times. (14 Minutes/3600 Words)
Read moreThe Point of Life
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The current of life always moves; it cannot stop. God has placed humanity inside his creation. Part of God's creation is time, which runs, passes, and flows. We move with it. We cannot return to yesterday. But where is the current taking us? (3 Minutes/800 Words)
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