1 John 1:1-4–In this introduction to the Book of First John we learn that Jesus Christ is the foundation for our fellowship. We can be witnesses (as John was) with the authority of personal experience.
1 John 1:1-4–In this introduction to the Book of First John we learn that Jesus Christ is the foundation for our fellowship. We can be witnesses (as John was) with the authority of personal experience.
Matthew 2:1-12–As we exam the carol “We Three Kings”, the focus is on the appropriateness of the gifts chosen as well as the dedication of the wise men to persevere in delivering their gifts to the newborn King.
John 14:15-24; 1 John 3:21-24–This series of Christmas messages focuses on the scriptural truths underlying many of our familiar Christmas carols. This week–“O Come All Ye Faithful” with a look at some admonitions to the faithful: If you love me, keep my commands; love one another.
Psalm 98; Romans 10:8-15–This series of Christmas messages will focus on the scriptural truths underlying many of our familiar Christmas carols. This week–“Joy to the Word” and “Go, Tell It on the Mountain.”
Genesis 11:10-12:9–This passage contains a pivotal point in the story of everything. God’s call to Abram contains this promise:”I will make you a great nation . . . and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you, I will curse. All peoples on earth will be blessed…
Genesis 10:1-11:9–The story of everything continues as the generations that sprang from Noah’s sons after the flood get up to no good. The tower that they built, defied God and so God confused their language and they scattered “filling the whole earth”– (Which is what God had asked them to do in the first place.)
Genesis 9:1-29–As Noah, his family, and all the animals disembark the ark, God lets them know that some things have changed and some things will remain the same. There is ongoing evidence of the effects of sin, but the blessing of fruitfulness and the promise of redemption are intact. [Note: poor sound quality due to…
Genesis 6:9-8:22–This is the story of Noah and the Flood. God saw the wickedness on the earth. But He also saw Noah walking in righteousness. He made Noah a part of His redemption plan as He undid His work of creation to start again with the promised blessings still in place.
Genesis 5:1-6:8–The first genealogy listed in the Scriptures depicts a pattern of the blessing and the curse repeated in successive generations. But if you look closely, there are individuals in the line that seem to break that pattern. God’s grace offers a glimpse of redemption.
Genesis 4:1-26–In the Story of Everything we come to the account of the brothers Cain and Abel. How quickly things deteriorate; from a less than genuine offering, to envy, and murder, sin has its way. But even in the midst of the affects of the curse, God offers the hope of redemption.