We’ve just heard the word, our site is full. See for yourself! This is very exciting, since we are among the few sites that are already full. Our Encounter Group (advanced SERVE to develop leadership and ministry gifts) has 3 applicants, with room for 2 more. Let the prayer and preparations begin!!!
Why does God allow suffering?
Time for another discussion? I will lead the way, but if you have a question or issue you would like to have discussed, feel free to raise it here. My question for today is one that many people ask, and struggle with: Why does God allow suffering? If He is compassionate and all-powerful, why doesn’t…
Jan 15, 2007 — John 1:43-51
SCRIPTURE: John 1:43-51 OBSERVATION: Jesus is looking for followers, people who are willing to adapt their lives around Him, learn from Him, and leave their old lives behind. Phillip tells his brother, a model for witnessing. His eagerness to tell Nathanael is not an obligation or duty, it is his natural excitement about having found the…
Sermon on Jonah 1:1-17
I’m preaching on Jonah 1:1-17 this Sunday (Jan 21, 2007). Its the daily Bible Reading scheduled for January 19. I would be interested in hearing from you as to what jumps out at you in this passage. What questions does it raise? What do you hear God saying to you in this passage. I suggest keeping your comments…
Jan 14, 2007 — Romans 16:1-16
SCRIPTURE: Romans 16:1-16 OBSERVATION: Paul lists the many Christians he knows in Rome, including Priscilla and Aquilla, and Phoebe, a female deacon (servantess)? Paul is very affirming, he sees people as partners, as fellow workers in Christ. The work of the church is not limited to the hands of a few (not just men, not just…
Jan 13, 2007 — 1 Samuel 3:1-21
SCRIPTURE: 1 Samuel 3:1-21 OBSERVATION: This passage contrasts Eli (and his sons) with Samuel. The word of the Lord is rare while Eli is priest (v.1), while He regularly reveals His Word to Samuel (vv.19-21). It is because Eli refused to discipline his sons, who were making a mockery of God as immoral priests (see 1 Samuel 2:12-17, 22-25) and…
How Does God Speak To Us?
Recently I’ve been preaching about how God speaks to us. But in talking with people, I realize that many do not know what I mean when I say “God speaks to me”. Does God speak to you, and if so, how? I look forward to hearing your thoughts, but one word of advice: KEEP IT…
Jan 12, 2007 — Jeremiah 31:1-20
SCRIPTURE: Jeremiah 31:1-20 OBSERVATION: This passage (v.15) is quoted by Matthew (Matthew 2:17-18) in regards to the good news for ‘Rachel’ weeping. Jesus is God’s answer to the weeping of God’s people. God is promising to step in and restore blessing, joy, prosperity, celebration, as well as the loved ones (children) lost in the crisis. God reaffirms…
Jan 11, 2007 — Matthew 2:13-23
SCRIPTURE: Matthew 2:13-23 OBSERVATION: The angel is busy speaking through dreams, warning to go to Egypt, then back to Israel, then to Nazareth, plus directing the wise men not to go to Herod. Matthew quotes 3 prophecies (Hosea 11:1, Jeremiah 31:15, 3rd unknown). Both OT prophecies speak of God’s passionate love for His suffering people, and His plan to…
Jan 10, 2007 — Isaiah 39:1-8
SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 39:1-8 OBSERVATION: Interesting that the king of Babylon sent a gift to Hezekiah because he was ill. Sounds like he was “networking”, making friends for future plans against Assyria. Hezekiah probably should have seen through this, but instead he gladly welcomes the envoys, letting them see EVERYTHING! Was Hezekiah showing off? Perhaps he was…