“And lead us not into temptation.” Matthew 6:13a Before we begin: What is the difference between temptation and testing? How […]
Text: Matthew 6:13Have I ever mentioned to you that there’s a lot of persecution for Packer fans here in Illinois? I’ve told […]
Text: Romans 12:14If you are in the will of God, the giants who fight you are actually fighting God. That’s why God sends giants in our path on a regular basis: First, to see if we will run or fight. Second, to allow us an opportunity to honor our God.
Text: 1 Samuel 17Here is God’s dream for every church. That through preaching the gospel men and women everywhere can experience the life-changing power of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. And to be the kind of place where, no matter what kind of week you’ve had, you can come in and say, “Ahh, I’ve made it.”
Text: Romans 12:13-15I came across this vintage letter to Ann Landers: “Aunt Emma was married to a tightwad who was also a […]
Text: Matthew 6:19-24I know my mom loved me when I was unlovable – actually I think I’m still unlovable. I want to […]
Text: Matthew 6:1-4No believer is safe who faces Satan in his own strength. No believer is more secure than he who goes into battle wearing the whole armor of God.
Text: Ephesians 6:14-17We have a lot to worry about, don’t we? I’ve been worried this week about our niece and my mom […]
Text: Matthew 6:25-34Christianity is not a religion for sissies or for those who want an easy road. If you are looking for an escape from your problems, Jesus is not for you. Christianity is for strong men and women who will not flee from the struggle.
Text: Ephesians 6:12On Monday my daughter and I did some errands together. Our first stop was to drop off our lawnmower blade […]
Text: Matthew 5:21-25