Monthly Archives: February 2018

OUR MESS HIS MISSION!

Romans – “Therefore”   Humankind was in a self induced, sinful mess. God knew that before sin came into the world through Adam and Eve. The messiness still flourishes for those who do not believe in Christ and His work … Continue reading

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WE OBVIOUSLY NEED HELP!

Romans – “Therefore”   Let’s be honest. We can look at a shiny object and think it is pretty and walk away. As soon as someone tells us we cannot have it, we WANT it…badly. We can pass by a … Continue reading

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THE DELIGHT OF LISTENING TO GOD!

Romans – “Therefore”   No one wants to be labeled as this or that. We “baby boomers” are famous for not liking labels. I really don’t think anyone likes to be assumed as someone they are not. No one wants … Continue reading

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YOU CAN’T GO BACK

Romans – “Therefore”   There is a saying, “you can’t go back home”. I laughed it off as just a saying but it is true. When you move from a place where you grew up we must realize that we … Continue reading

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GRACE…AGGRESSIVE FORGIVENESS!

  Romans – “Therefore”   A person who is drowning, just beyond the shore, is usually in a panic and becomes quickly confused about where they are. When rescuers leave the beach with a mind to save them, most drowning … Continue reading

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AT OUR WORST…

Romans – “Therefore”   We will have family coming over to celebrate Randy’s birthday to day after church. So we clean up the clutter and put the house in order so that they will feel comfortable. We will prepare the … Continue reading

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RISKY FAITH MAKES US FIT

Romans – “Therefore”…   We are a people of faith who believe that God can do anything. Nothing is too hard for God. So we trust in His promises. We don’t bargain with God or sign contracts as in the … Continue reading

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GOOD MORNING, SAINTS! GOOD MORNING, SINNERS!

Romans – “Therefore…”   Many years ago Randy and I attended a convention of workshops for pastors. There were many great leaders we are interested in hearing and gleaning from their experiences. One, in particular was Max Lucado. The room … Continue reading

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CHURCH GOING VS CHURCH BEING

Romans – “Therefore…” Be careful when you hear words like, “I have been going to this church since my parents and grandparents, it is my church.” “No, I don’t attend, but my parents were Baptist, so I’m Baptist.” “We will … Continue reading

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