Love God, love neighbor, make disciples. doug@pastordougolson.com
Our scripture this morning is John 15:4-5 (NLT). Remain in me, and I will remain in you. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me. Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and …
Our scripture this morning is Jeremiah 17:7 (NLT). But blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence. Jeremiah tells a disobedient society that there will be consequences for their sin. However, he also reminds them that God is still there for them. He writes “blessed are …
Our scripture this morning is 1 Peter 4:8 (NLT). Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins. Jesus spoke of love as part of the Greatest Commandment, to love God and each other. Later He says “Your love for one another will prove to …
Our scripture this morning is Colossians 3:12-13 (NLT). Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. It’s a …
Our scripture this morning is Deuteronomy 6:4-5 (NLT). Listen, O Israel! The Lord is our God, the Lord alone. And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your strength. When one of the religious leaders asked Jesus what is the most important commandment, He replied, “You …
Our scripture this morning is 2 Timothy 2:15 (NLT). Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. Is hard work the way to salvation? That’s not what Paul is saying …
Our scripture this morning is 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 (NLT). 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 …
Our scripture this morning is Mark 2:27-28 (NLT). Then Jesus said to them, “The Sabbath was made to meet the needs of people, and not people to meet the requirements of the Sabbath. So the Son of Man is Lord, even over the Sabbath!” The concept of Sabbath was established by God Himself when He …
Our scripture this morning is Proverbs 27:17 (NLT). As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend. Sometimes a passage in Proverbs has a theme, sometimes they are just standalone wisdom. While today’s verse is somewhat related to the rest of the chapter, it has a direct connection to what Jesus has called us …
Our scripture this morning is Hebrews 13:15-16 (NLT). Therefore, let us offer through Jesus a continual sacrifice of praise to God, proclaiming our allegiance to his name. And don’t forget to do good and to share with those in need. These are the sacrifices that please God. When Jesus sacrificed Himself for us, the need …