Jesus sometimes puts us in the fire in order to purify us until He can see His image in us. Remember that He prunes so that we can grow because He is much more interested in our character than He is in our comfort. He takes His launderer’s soap and cleans us so that we’re forgiven. Isaiah 1:18: “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool.”
Text: Malachi 2:17-3:5This is the first message in a five-part series called “The Healing Power of Forgiveness.” You are never more like Jesus than when you forgive. And you will never be set free until you forgive.
Text: Matthew 18:21-35A man was having a hard time getting out of bed one Sunday morning. “Get up. It’s time to get […]
Text: Malachi 1:1-5The first word is sometimes as important as the last word. Seven weeks had passed since the resurrection of Jesus. […]
Text: Acts 2:24I wonder if we would be happy if our prayers were published so that others could read them. That’s a […]
Text: Ephesians 1:15-23Prayer helped Paul when he was depressed and discouraged, giving him hope and encouragement through trust in God. Praying for others and the prayers of others for us glorify God, partnering with Him to help those in need and heightening joy as our prayers are answered.
Text: II Corinthians 1:8-11In this Christmas sermon Pastor Ray focuses on the phrase “God with us.” There are three words in that phrase and each one teaches us something about who Jesus really is.
Text: Isaiah 7:14 & Matthew 1:22-23In God’s plan, even our enemies serve a good purpose.
Text: Genesis 45Let God define your life, not earthly circumstances.
Text: I Corinthians 7:17-35God’s favor can’t be purchased because it’s not for sale. Your money is useless when it comes to the things that matter most.
Text: II Kings 5