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When we encounter difficult situations our typical response may be to try harder and power through the situation. That may work in the earthly realm, but the spiritual realm is different. God revealed this truth to the prophet Zechariah. Zechariah… Continue Reading →
Many of us have witnessed people who have a supernatural quality about them. That was how many people viewed Jesus. They were amazed by his teaching: The Jews then were astonished, saying, “How has this man become learned, having never… Continue Reading →
“Come apart” here doesn’t mean “coming apart at the seams”. It means intentionally getting away, by ourselves, to relax, reflect, retool, refuel, rejuvenate, and re-energize. If horses and machines are allowed time out and shutdowns for maintenance and maximum performance,… Continue Reading →
Many people do not realize the insidious nature of pride. Throughout the Bible we see that God is opposed to the proud, but He gives grace to the humble. The book of Obadiah is named after the prophet Obadiah whose… Continue Reading →
All of us have had the experience of dealing with hard-hearted people and it’s often not a pleasant experience. There are times when we may act hard-hearted and cause difficulty for others. The nation of Israel had become hard-hearted toward… Continue Reading →
Ever feel like you’re going bananas trying to balance your life? First, there’s your family: your spouse and his/her needs; training and helping your kids, who are running in all different directions, some of which you have to take them… Continue Reading →
Truth may often be the first casualty in matters of convenience or expediency. We have a tendency to put our preferences and knowledge in place of knowing God and His ways. The nation of Israel sought their own way rather… Continue Reading →
God provides great blessings for His children. As we journey through life, we may have a tendency to take His blessings for granted. The Apostle Paul realized this propensity and prayed for the church at Ephesus to realize their spiritual… Continue Reading →
Having a right view of God does not guarantee right behavior. You can know about God and understand His will, but still choose to go your own way. The prophet Jonah was a classic example of an individual who blatantly… Continue Reading →
As we enter into Holy week, our sermon looked at the sacrifice of Jesus from Hebrews 12:1-3: 1. We must expect adversity, but we can also learn and benefit from challenges. 2. You can live in victory as you keep… Continue Reading →
Religion specifies ways in which people may find acceptance by God. People have a tendency to focus on the outward manifestations of religious practices rather than making the inner changes that enable them to be justified by God. This was… Continue Reading →
We have encountered situations that have been troublesome and have caused us frustration. As we reflect upon the reasons why we incurred so much difficulty we can see that many times there is something that we did not know or… Continue Reading →
The way we believe God views us is based upon a variety of circumstances including our upbringing and our current situation. The nation of Israel had rejected God and the prophet Zephaniah brought a message of judgment. After God’s chastening,… Continue Reading →
The history of mankind chronicles a battle between good and evil. The Bible identifies good as those individuals who walk in the light as opposed to evil as those who walk in the darkness. Those who follow God are engaged… Continue Reading →
When we’re experiencing a discouraging situation we have a tendency to spiral downward emotionally. It’s difficult to find hope when the situation appears to be hopeless. That’s how the nation of Israel felt after the fall of Jerusalem. The prophet… Continue Reading →
