Our scripture this morning is Acts 3:19-21. Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away. Then times of refreshment will come from the presence of the Lord, and he will again send you Jesus, your appointed Messiah. For he must remain in heaven until the time …
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Our scripture this morning is Matthew 6:31-34. “So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he …
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Our scripture this morning is Joel 2:12-13. That is why the Lord says, “Turn to me now, while there is time. Give me your hearts. Come with fasting, weeping, and mourning. Don’t tear your clothing in your grief, but tear your hearts instead.” Return to the Lord your God, for he is merciful and compassionate, …
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Our scripture this morning is 1 Corinthians 10:12-13. If you think you are standing strong, be careful not to fall. The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will …
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Our scripture this morning is Mark 9:23-24. “What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” Jesus asked. “Anything is possible if a person believes.” The father instantly cried out, “I do believe, but help me overcome my unbelief!” Earlier in Mark 9 three of the disciples saw Jesus in all His glory, transfigured on a mountaintop. …
Read More “8/18/2024”
Our scripture this morning is Jude 1:22-23. And you must show mercy to those whose faith is wavering. Rescue others by snatching them from the flames of judgment. Show mercy to still others, but do so with great caution, hating the sins that contaminate their lives. This is a hard passage to hear and harder …
Read More “8/17/2024”
Our scripture this morning is John 20:26-29. Eight days later the disciples were together again, and this time Thomas was with them. The doors were locked; but suddenly, as before, Jesus was standing among them. “Peace be with you,” he said. Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and look at my hands. …
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My dad is back home and resting comfortably after getting his pacemaker. Thank you all for your prayers! Our scripture this morning is 2 Corinthians 9:7-8. You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. “For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.” And …
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My dad who is 91 is having a pacemaker implanted today. We’d appreciate your prayers. Our scripture this morning is Galatians 5:14-16. For the whole law can be summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” But if you are always biting and devouring one another, watch out! Beware of destroying one …
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Our scripture this morning is Proverbs 16:7-9. When people’s lives please the Lord, even their enemies are at peace with them. Better to have little, with godliness, than to be rich and dishonest. We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps. These are individual proverbs, but they fit together well to give …
Read More “8/13/2024”