Tag Archives: Christian Education

HOW ‘BOUT THOSE LAKERS?

The Story of Jesus – Truth As a generality, we do typically do not like confrontation. We either change the subject, run from it, avoid it, stay and deliver it or receive it. Whatever the choice, it is not pleasant … Continue reading

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NOW THERE WAS ROOM…

The Story of Jesus When people are angry and act on that anger, we are uncomfortable at the least. Our human nature’s first response is either fight or flight from these situations. For me, it depends on the facts, the … Continue reading

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GO TELL IT FROM THE MOUNTAIN!

The Story of Jesus Wow! What a moment to bask in the glory of God! Think of those times in your lives when God overwhelmed you with His love, mercy and grace. You probably were in such awe, that there … Continue reading

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FROM APPLAUSE TO THE SLAP!

(The Story of Jesus) Have you ever worked hard at trying to be and do all that God wanted you to be and do…and it was accomplished, to the crowd’s delight, helping others, and to the glory of God, from … Continue reading

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COME WITH ME!

(The Story of Jesus) I have always loved reading and imagining that day on the beach when the Savior of the world walked over to the brothers, Simon Peter and Andrew with a new mission, using the same skills that … Continue reading

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BEFORE DOING ANYTHING…FOCUS!

(The Story of Jesus) We are created to dream, to plan, to have the mind to focus on things as they are and things to come. We have been given gifts, talents and certain abilities along the way to hone, … Continue reading

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JOSEPH HEARS AND OBEYS…AGAIN!

(The Story of Jesus) What is it like to be in communion with God, to be so close to his heart, that you beat with his heart. What would it be like to be close enough to hear the slightest … Continue reading

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THIS IS NOT THE TIME TO GIVE IN OR GIVE UP!

Pastor John longs to have a “heart to heart” talk with his congregations in person. His love for Jesus as Christ and his love for the people keeps him focused on the bottom line. Jesus is Lord and his teaching … Continue reading

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A PASTOR’S LOVE

As I read the opening of Pastor John’s second letter to his churches, I am stopped by the first words of love for his people God has put in his care. “My dear congregation, I, your pastor, love you in … Continue reading

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HELD FIRM!

In a game of tag, holding is not allowed. In football, holding is not allowed. You tag and run to keep from being tagged. In football, you tackle and defeat…all without holding your opponent to make the play, especially the … Continue reading

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