There are many sayings out there that “Christians” tend to use that aren’t true. These sayings are misinterpretations of Scripture and a misunderstanding of God. I hope this post clears some of these sayings up. Check them out: “God gives his hardest battles to his toughest soldiers.” Where did this come from? It’s not true. … More Sayings Jesus Never Said
This past Sunday I preached on the Holy Spirit. My sermon points were: Who or what is the Holy Spirit? The Role(s) and Work(s) of the Holy Spirit and the Commissioning and Receiving of the Holy Spirit. I wanted to share the teaching with you. Maybe you have had questions about the Holy Spirit or … More The Power Within
“And to all who were written in the genealogy—their little ones and their wives, their sons and daughters, the whole company of them—for in their faithfulness they sanctified themselves in holiness.” – 2 Chronicles 31:18 Imagine being apart of a genealogy that is remembered for their faithfulness to their God, to their family, and to … More Sanctify Yourself in Holiness
It is often thought of, when a person comes to Christ all of their pain, struggles, doubts, worries, and troubles are over but this my friend is not usually the case. In fact, sometimes the struggles intensifies. The question you may be thinking… How is it, when a person has found salvation and freedom in … More I am A Christian and I Still Struggle
Me – ology, although this is not a real word we will use it anyway to make a point. Ology, is a branch of knowledge or better known as the study of something. So, putting “Me” in front of “Ology” life becomes all about oneself. Now, lets bring in the Gospel. The Gospel, the good … More The Gospel Became All About Me
When I was around the age of 7, my friends and I, along with my older brother decided we were going to race on our bikes from my house to the park. The park was about a half of a block down the road from my house. On this particular day, just like any other … More “We Must Bleed to Bless!”
I am reminded this morning, there are areas in my life where I believe without a doubt and there are other areas in my life where I say I believe, but in the back of my mind there is some doubt. Have you been there? Are you there now? Do you know what I’m talking … More Lord, I Believe; Help My Unbelief!
As Bill Hybels, pastor of Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago put it, “The local church is the hope of the world.” While I agree with this statement I have to take it a step further. Jesus Christ is the hope of the world and the local church is the vehicle in which God uses … More 5 Reasons Why I Love The Local Church
As I sit here and reflect over the past year of my life, I am reminded that God is one amazing Author. First off, the greatest love story ever written and told is the love story of Christ and His bride, the Church. I love what Ephesians 5:25 has to say about love. The text … More God Writes Love Stories
The Beginning: I’m from a family of 7. Two brothers, two sisters, and a Mom and Dad. Big family for the small households that we stayed in. We grew up in poverty. Food stamps, welfare, getting clothes and food from the Salvation Army. I remember year after year not having Christmas like the rest of … More J Scott’s Story…
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