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The Parable of the Sower
Jesus often used parables to teach people what the kingdom of God is like. A parable is an earthly story with a heavenly meaning, such as the stories of the prodigal son and the good Samaritan. In Mark 4:1-20, we … Continue reading
Soldiers, Athletes and Farmers
There is no shortage in the Bible of examples of how we should live. There are all kinds of teachings about how we can model our lives after others in order to live a Christian life. In 2 Tim.2:3-6, Paul … Continue reading
Self-Discipline
“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do … Continue reading
Re-Writing Your Story
Alfred Nobel became interested in explosives at an early age. In 1867, he patented dynamite and began a rather lucrative career manufacturing explosive devices. While dynamite can have various uses, it soon became used as a devastating weapon of war. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Leadership
Tagged Alfred Nobel, illustration, legacy, repentance, second chance, sermon idea, starting over
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After Christmas
Some people have a difficult time dealing with the aftermath of Christmas. Many experience a letdown of sorts, or even a certain measure of depression, after the holiday season has passed. How should we deal with this? What do we … Continue reading
Countdown to Christmas
It is December 20 as I write this–only five days until Christmas! Anticipation is growing, with Christmas music in the air, decorations and lights sparkling and festivities all around! The countdown to Christmas has begun, so let’s talk about a … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations
Tagged baby Jesus, Christmas, Joseph and Mary, manger scene, sermon idea, wise men, worship
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Your Gift to the Church
This is the time of year when most people engage in the Christmas tradition of exchanging presents. There are gifts to be given, and gifts to be received. God has given spiritual gifts to every Christian, and these gifts are … Continue reading
So Blessed!
We had only been seeing each other for a few weeks when Karen invited me to her parents’ house for Thanksgiving dinner. As the food was being passed around the table, I took a healthy portion of mashed potatoes and … Continue reading
Saving Others
All throughout the Bible there are warnings of God’s wrath. Those who are outside of God’s good grace are implored to turn to him before it is everlastingly too late. Those who have accepted the salvation that God so freely … Continue reading
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Tagged evangelism, forgiveness, Jesus, salvation, sermon idea
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God’s Plan
Someone once pointed out that the whole Bible can be summed up with one sentence–“God’s plan is to prepare a place where his people can enjoy his presence.” Those who like alliteration will appreciate the fact that there are several … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Communion Meditations
Tagged eternity, God's plan for mankind, Heaven, John 14:1-6, living with God, salvation, sermon idea
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