The next two Sundays (Oct 14/21, 2007) I am going to speak about “heaven”. Anyone open to sharing their thoughts about what “heaven” is? Just a warning, I am probably not going to give the USUAL answer to the question. I am increasingly convinced that many people have mixed up ideas about heaven. PLEASE LEAVE YOUR…
Oct 12 — Philippians 2:1-11
Welcome to Tony DeKoter, principle at Quisqueya Christian School in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, who will share his reflections on the readings from Philippians. SCRIPTURE: Philippians 2:1-11 Jesus Christ was a servant leader. I am a Christian by name and that means I am a Christ follower. And if I say I am a Christ follower, then I…
Oct 11 — Philippians 1:12-30
Welcome to Tony DeKoter, principle at Quisqueya Christian School in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, who will share his reflections on the readings from Philippians. SCRIPTURE: Philippians 1:12-30 The Gospel can not be imprisoned. God’s Word stands forever. We must encourage one another in proclaiming that gospel. Even in jail, even when his work was under attack, even after…
Oct 10 — Philippians 1:1-11
Welcome to Tony DeKoter, principle at Quisqueya Christian School in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, who will share his reflections on the readings from Philippians. SCRIPTURE: Philippians 1:1–11 Paul begins this letter with a personal greeting while in prison. He remembers the works of God’s people here with joy because of their partnership in proclaiming the Good News. Paul…
Oct 9 — Genesis 50:15-26
SCRIPTURE: Genesis 50:15-26 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: Observe how Joseph’s brothers sins continue to haunt them later in life, even though Joseph had already forgiven them. They fear he was just being nice while their father lived, and that now he will get even with them. Joseph demonstrates a remarkable spirit of forgiveness – though I wonder how he…
Oct 8 — Genesis 49:29-50:14
SCRIPTURE: Genesis 49:29-50:14 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: Although I am sure I read this before, this account of Jacob’s burial is new to me (see the October 5 post for the correction). This story speaks of loyalty to one’s promises, and to one’s parents. It also speaks to me about faith in God’s promises even when they seem distant,…
Oct 7 — Genesis 49:1-28
SCRIPTURE: Genesis 49:1-28 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: Jacob seems to predict what the future of his family will be, based on their present day behaviours. He also is led to predict the coming of the one to whom the throne belongs through the line of Judah (Genesis 49:10). Jacob is not pronouncing a curse on some of his sons, he…
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Before you listen to the sermon, it is helpful to read the passage. You are also encouraged to take notes as you listen. Your feedback is welcome! NOTE: Sermons are posted one week later! October 18/November 11, 2007 Bible Reading: Ephesians 5:25-32 A Good News Parable (Message #1) Bible Reading: Ephesians 3:14-21 A Personal Relationship (Message #2)…
Oct 6 — Genesis 48:1-22
SCRIPTURE: Genesis 48:1-22 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: In that culture, the firstborn child had all the best privileges, and was the primary heir. Jacob was blessed “out of order”, the second born son receiving the greater blessing (Esau was the first-born, Genesis 27:1-41). Perhaps he always had a sore spot for the firstborn (he wants to marry Rachel, the second…
Oct 5 — Genesis 47:13-31
SCRIPTURE: Genesis 47:13-31 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: Joseph is shrewd and makes the king the owner of everything and everyone in Egypt. A 20% tax seems acceptable over death (on top of their losing their land and their freedom). Compare this to the Law of Moses where people could never fully lose their land. Even if they lost it…