Wrapping Things Up
Genesis 50 looks back and ahead. A major focus is leaving a legacy. At the end of his life, Joseph was satisfied. He had lived his life in such a way that he had no regrets. It hadn't been easy and he had suffered much along the way, but he had lived well, and he... Read More
Jacob Flees From Haran
Genesis 31 opens with Jacob hearing Laban’s sons discussing how Jacob was stealing from their father. Jacob’s flocks had become very large, so he must be stealing. And Jacob also notices that Laban is not feeling kindly towards him like he did when he first came. Jacob has a dream, and in this dream, the... Read More
A Grateful Spirit
A children’s lesson - Sometimes our parents ask us to do things that we do not want to do, but when we get older we are thankful that they made us do them. Is gratitude a talent? Paul instructs us to be grateful. Joy is one of the fruits of the spirit. It is hard... Read More
An Unusual Mother
The name Sarah means "Princess." She was a mother to many people. In Genesis, Sarah struggled with infertility for years. To solve the problem of having an heir, she decided to give Hagar to Abraham. Now, she is almost 90. God understands the needs of women. When the three men showed up at Abraham’s tent... Read More
The Power of Corporate Prayer
Are we doing all that we can or should? Are we focused on the kingdom? Are we holding the ropes? Let us pray together that great work may be begun. Scriptures used: Ruth, Job, Ecclesiastes, Jeremiah, Jonah, Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Acts, 1 Thessalonians, James
The Church’s Responsibility to Ministry
This is probably not a message your home pastor would preach. Ministry is work, yes it is a joy and a blessing but ministry is work. Sometimes it can be a heavy load. God gives grace and strength but ministry is often heavy and hard work. The church has a responsibility to know and appreciate... Read More
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