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How much does it cost to follow Jesus?

Posted on January 23, 2007May 10, 2021 by Norm

Often when we hear about the “good news”, we hear about God’s love as free, no strings attached? And yet what about the high cost of following Jesus. In his book “The Cost Of Discipleship”, Dietrich Bonhoeffer (a Pastor who died in a Nazi concentration camp for opposing Hitler) distinguishes between costly grace and cheap…

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Jan 23, 2007 — Mark 1:14-20

Posted on January 23, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Mark 1:14-20 OBSERVATION: Starts with the high cost of serving Jesus – John the Baptist is thrown in prison, and ultimately dies (Matthew 14:1-12) – this shows that Jesus’ message of good news is not easy news, it comes with high cost. The call to follow Jesus leads Peter, James and John to leave: their work,…

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Jan 25, 2007 — Galatians 1:11-2:10

Posted on January 22, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Galatians 1:11-2:10 OBSERVATION: Paul defends his message as ‘straight from God’, and he retells his story to make that clear. His conversion (1:13-16, 22-24) would be like Henry Morgentaler becoming pro-life, or Stephen Harper becoming NDP – a radical change of direction. Paul describes his specific purpose as being a missionary to the Gentiles (non-Jews)….

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Jan 24, 2007 — Psalm 62:1-12

Posted on January 22, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 62:1-12 OBSERVATION: Starts with statement of faith, then applies it to his own personal situation. As he faces instability, he speaks to himself, reminds himself that he can trust God, not in the world powers. He may be facing betrayal, problems within his family/community (words that bless, hearts that curse)? This is self-talk in…

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Jan 22, 2007 — Jonah 4:1-11

Posted on January 22, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Jonah 4:1-11 OBSERVATION: This passage shows the real reason for Jonah running away – he didn’t want his enemies forgiven. We see the shocking extent of mercy – goes farther than even we want it to go. God would forgive Hitler, if he genuinely repented. Reveals how people still measure themselves and others as more…

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Sermon on Mark 1:14-20

Posted on January 21, 2007November 9, 2023 by Norm

I’m preaching on Mark 1:14-20 this coming Sunday (Jan 28, 2007). Its the daily Bible Reading scheduled for January 23. 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…

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Jan 21, 2007 — Jonah 3:1-10

Posted on January 21, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Jonah 3:1-10 OBSERVATION: God gives Jonah a 2nd chance. Jonah is a nobody from nowhere, in contrast to this big city – why would anyone listen to him? The whole city responds (amazing), God anoints his message, their hearts were prepared. This is a story of repentance and mercy, even for cruel, wicked oppressors –…

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Jan 20, 2007 — Jonah 2:1-10

Posted on January 20, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Jonah 2:1-10 OBSERVATION: Seems hard to believe, how did he breathe, let alone pray? This is is his post-Ninevah reflection, how he looked back on the experience. If we presume that (a) there is a God (b) God can and does intervene in miraculous ways, then this story is possible. Makes a vow to God…

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Jan 19, 2007 — Jonah 1:1-17

Posted on January 19, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Jonah 1:1-17 OBSERVATION: The word of the Lord (v.1) is God’s communication, in whatever form it took (angel, dream, vision, other prophet, etc.). God’s message to Jonah is to ”go and preach” (compare Matthew 28:18-20). He was being called to preach to his nations oppressors, the capital city of Assyria. Jonah rejects God’s call – too…

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Potluck Dinner Pictures

Posted on January 18, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

A great time, and a huge blessing to have this potluck in our new fellowship hall. Thanks to all who helped make this evening a great success!

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