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Life or Death?
photo credit: uyht Philippians 1:22-26 22 If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labor for me. (in other words, the longer he is alive – the more who will hear the gospel – the...
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In a village named, “Branch.”
photo credit: NCinDC The First Noel begins before the journey to Bethlehem – before wise men – before shepherds, even before the angels birth announcement. The first noel begins deep in the Old...
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What Is Biblical Theology?
James M. Hamilton is the associate professor of biblical theology at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kentucky. He’s the author of several books including his new one; What is Biblical...
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The Virgin Birth?
Luke 1:26-38 34 “How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” 35 The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the...
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Joseph was a righteous man
photo credit: Elisa R Baralt Matthew 1:18-25 This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to...
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National Day of Prayer 2014
John Adams. In his diary, he wrote about his profound longing for God’s strength and courage: he said, “I wander alone and ponder. … The objects before me are too grand. … We have not men fit for the...
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Dare U 2 Open This Book by Carol McAdams Moore
Dare You 2 Open This Book is a young boys devotional written by Carol McAdams Moore. Carol currently writes for children and youth and you can find her contributions at David C. Cook; Urban...
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Once-A-Day Nurturing Great Kids Devotional: by Dan Seaborn
The Once-A-Day Nurturing Great Kids Devotional was written by Dan Seaborn. Dan is a Christian evangelist and marriage and family expert. He is also the founder of Winning at Home Inc., a ministry that...
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How do you apply love?
My wife and I met on the internet, and it was over the course of weeks that I began to love her, but I didn’t tell her. I didn’t tell her because we had never actually, physically met face to face....
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Everest – Group Vacation Bible School (VBS) Sermon
It’s quiz time folks! That’s right! Name the tallest mountain peak in the World. A no brainer really… Mount Everest! No, that’s not the right answer. Does anyone know the “right” – right answer? Pat...
View ArticleGrief – a season we must embrace
A pastor received a letter from a fellow minister who lived in the nation of Kenya. It read, “I only know God’s faithfulness in filling the void that is left when a beloved one is taken from us. I am...
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Do you struggle with the demands of life?
Where are my 21 Pilots Fans? Tyler Joseph, Nick Thomas? No? They have a song now on the radio that my son Declan likes it’s called “Stressed out” and I really love the lyrics, so I will read them...
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Do you have doubts about God?
Edwin Abbot was a British Headmaster who lived in the 1920s and in his book he argued for an idea for a made up universe called “flatland” People in flatland – lived in 2 dimensions. They could only...
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Do you think all religions are the same?
John 14:1-6 Jesus said, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going...
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What is wrong with your Church Staff Job Descriptions?
Right now I am in the process of hiring a new staff member at church and I am sure fairly soon, the board will ask me to write the job description. Job descriptions are good, they...
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Most Popular Bible Verses to Use In Your Wedding Ceremony
Lots of people like to add some scripture to their wedding. And I think it’s especially a good idea to include a passage or two that is particularly relevant to your life. Sure,...
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Wedding Reception Dinner Prayer
Not always… but sometimes I am asked to stay and bless the food. Not at the rehearsal dinner, but at the actual wedding. Tradition says that there are certain “toasts” at these...
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The Seven Laws of Love by Dave Willis
Dave Willis is a pastor and the founder of the website “Stronger Marriages.” Dave and his wife, Ashley, partner together to create marriage-building resources and events as a part of their ministry....
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The Story of the Bible
I’m like you, when a new show or series comes on TV, and it’s typically on the Discovery Channel or the History channel, and it’s about the Bible – I want to watch it. I get excited to watch it, but...
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Why is Dr. James Dobson so afraid?
This has been a very long and trying election year for me – the back and forth between the candidates, the exposure, the accusations and the media circus has made me very sad and very angry as a...
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