January 6, 2013

“The Places of Prayer and Worship” There are at least 3 different “levels” on which we worship and pray: Corporate (Sanctuary), small groups (house) and individual (closet).  By recognizing these 3 different levels, we can recognize the unique importance of each, how...

Christmas Eve 2012

“What the Gift Tells about the Giver” It isn’t the gifts we receive at Christmas that tell the story about who we are, but the gifts we give.  The gift that God gives at Christmas says more about his character than any other event in history. Christmas Eve...

December 2, 2012

Advent: The Birth of Hope In “The Chronicles of Narnia” C.S. Lewis writes about a single bright lamppost that braves the elements and lights the entrance to Narnia. The light shines bright and steadfast, even though there is a “100 year...

November 11, 2012

Filled with God-Given Courage Monday is Veterans Day. We honor the men and women who have served in the Armed Services and consider their dedication and courage. This Sunday, we are going to consider the dedication and courage of another group of people as well....

October 28, 2012

Stealing and Gossip The 7th (“You shall not steal”) and 8th Commandments (“You shall not bear false witness”) are related in that both have to do with being honest and telling the truth. We are dishonest when we steal, lie, cheat, or take...