Our daily Lenten journey through the Sermon on the Mount brings us to topics we prefer not to deal with. But Jesus taught about real issues like anger, lust, divorce, oaths, retaliation, and enemies. Being a disciple of Christ means we have to learn and change in these areas. Jesus doesn’t let us skip over topics essential to our spiritual growth. – Pastor
The Peacemakers
As we continue our Lenten journey through the Sermon on the Mount, we will pause this Sunday on Jesus’ challenge to be peacemakers. With nations at war, and broken relationships all around us, what are Christians to do? Jesus didn’t solve national problems, but He did impact some individual lives with the gift of peace. What can you and I do? – Pastor
Blessings of Discipleship
Our Lenten study this year is primarily from the Sermon on the Mount. This week we look at the Beatitudes. Jesus made a list of the qualifications of discipleship and the gifts He would give to those who followed Him. I love the gifts. But do I meet the qualifications? How about you? – Pastor
Opposition to Gospel Truth
Since the time of Christ there has been constant opposition to the Gospel. Paul wrote about it in the first century, and it is still happening today. The best antidote to opposition is authentic Christians. The more we live like Christ, the more people will be able to see the truth. – Pastor
The Vice List
Paul wrote out a list of sins in seven of his letters. None of the lists are exactly the same. But each list depicts a society that is decadent and destructive to morality. These lists remind us of the patience and grace of God for delaying His judgement. They call us to prayer. – Pastor
Helping Problem People
Paul wrote to Timothy about some problem people in the church Timothy was pastoring. Some were simply ignorant of the truth while others were purposefully teaching false doctrine. Both groups needed to be helped. How would you help these people? – Pastor
Flee, but Pursue
Scripture repeatedly provides instructions on things to avoid, and things to strive for. It is more than a list of dos and don’ts. This advice is always for our spiritual benefit and growth. We don’t have to repeat the missteps of others. That’s good news! – Pastor
A Vessel for Honor
The church is full of all kinds of people, some more useful to God than others. Those most useful to God have been cleansed by God. Are you clean enough to be used by God? – Pastor
The Firm Foundation
The hymn, How Firm a Foundation, is a great reminder for Christians. False teachings permeate our world and sneak into some churches. But God’s Word is our foundation for truth and right living. Let’s stick with God’s truth! – Pastor