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Text: Nehemiah 2It’s amazing how many bad things can happen to people. A columnist for the local paper compiled some true stories this […]
Text: James 5:13-18The attitude of hope can go a long way in helping us face the future. But, hope is not just a feeling of optimism. It’s much deeper than that. Hope happens when we realize that God is in control of everything. As we approach the Christmas season, we are reminded that the gift of Jesus is the best hope of all.
Text: Romans 5:4While everything is moving faster and getting more complicated, there are three things that will never change: 1) God’s love; 2) God’s word; and 3) God’s purposes. Change is inevitable in our lives but when we’re anchored to the God who does not change, we can manage whatever comes our way.
Text: Mal. 3:6; Mt. 5:24Even though we have been forgiven for a boatload of sin, we often short-circuit God’s grace by withholding forgiveness from others. Jesus challenges us to extend God’s grace by offering forgiveness to everyone. As we encounter divine grace we will want to share it with others.
Text: Matthew 18:21-35In this story of the woman caught in adultery, we see that Jesus bestows His amazing grace in the midst of the judgment of others. It’s so easy for us to get angry with those who sin differently than we do. Jesus challenges our grace-killing attitudes and gives this woman a fresh start.
Text: John 8:2-11In this parable of the two lost sons in need of grace, we discover that the Father’s unmerited favor is so much a part of His character that He can’t help but give grace to those who need it. While some of us are like the younger brother, others of us are more like the older brother who sinned while staying home.
Text: Luke 15:11-32