A popular show on television right now features a pawn shop, and shows how folks bring in various items to try to sell them to the pawn shop owners. Some funny conversations occur back and forth as they negotiate on a price, trying to determine the value of the items. On Mother's Day 2012, Pastor … Continue reading Valuable
Category: Living for Christ
Beware of…
The truths of God's Word are profound. They are intended to show you how to avoid error, to know the truth, and to live a life of authentic faith in Christ. Dig deep into the Scriptures. Meditate on them. Respond to them with faith and obedience. #1 - Beware of empty philosophies. Notice in these verses … Continue reading Beware of…
The Two Ways
There are two ways to go. Which way will go you? Legendary New York Yankees baseball player and "philosopher" Yogi Berra once said, "When you get to a fork in the road, take it." What is funny for Yogi to say, however, doesn't help us very much. We must choose carefully which way we will … Continue reading The Two Ways
Christ in You, the Hope of Glory
I believe there is hope, because I believe in God. The Bible teaches - and I know by life transformation - that when Christ is in you, you have hope. You have hope of future glory in heaven. And this glorious hope in you transforms your life starting the moment you trust in Christ as … Continue reading Christ in You, the Hope of Glory
Jesus Is…
Our faith in God is placed firmly on the person of Jesus Christ. In the first chapter of Colossians, we read a hymn declaring who Jesus is. As we think deeply about this passage of Scripture and the truths that are declared, we find strength to endure difficulties, we find purpose and beauty in our … Continue reading Jesus Is…
What Are You Praying For?
When you pray for others, what do you pray? Let Colossians chapter 1 help guide your prayers. First, let's see who sent this important letter to the church in Colossae. Colossians 1:1-2 (HCSB) 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by God’s will, and Timothy our brother: 2 To the saints in Christ at Colossae, … Continue reading What Are You Praying For?
The Gospel in Leviticus, Part 5: Feasts
Everyone loves a good feast. Festivals and feasts bring people together, giving us a reason to pause from everyday life to remember the things that are most important. Passover. The Feast of Unleavened Bread. The Feast of Firstfruits. Three very important feasts in the Bible. Each of these feasts had significant meaning to the children … Continue reading The Gospel in Leviticus, Part 5: Feasts
The Gospel in Leviticus, Part 4: Holiness
The most incredible life you can imagine is a life of holiness. Holiness is moral purity and devotion to God. It is relating to other people in ways that always please God. The Hebrew word for holy is qadosh, meaning "pure, devoted." The Greek word for holy is hagios, meaning "pure, blameless, consecrated." God's call … Continue reading The Gospel in Leviticus, Part 4: Holiness
The Gospel in Leviticus, Part 3: The Day of Atonement
On the 10th day of the 7th month each year, the people of Israel would gather for a holy day known as the Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur). This day was set aside so that all of the people could come together at the tabernacle and receive a temporary covering for their sins, as the … Continue reading The Gospel in Leviticus, Part 3: The Day of Atonement
The Gospel in Leviticus, Part 2: Priests
Everyone needs to connect with God. Deep inside, everyone knows this. And for thousands of years, Jewish priests were the primary group of people that helped people get connected with Him. Let's start with a biblical definition. A priest is a person that is in charge of sacrifices and offerings at worship places; someone who … Continue reading The Gospel in Leviticus, Part 2: Priests