Acts 2.36-47 Some believe attending church is unnecessary, thinking they can be a follower of Jesus Christ on their own, worshipping God anywhere and growing in faith through their personal reading of the Scriptures. In some regards, those who make these statements are absolutely right. Church is not essential to salvation; believing in Christ... Continue Reading →
Forgiven and Cleansed
Exodus 30.17-21 The priests were to take their responsibilities seriously in offering sacrifices, in representing the people, and in coming into the Lord’s presence. To emphasize the importance of holiness, of being clean of all sin, the Lord established a visual reminder for the people – a bronze basin. From this basin the priests... Continue Reading →
The Unfailing Word of God
Isaiah 40.1-17 Isaiah wrote that Judah would be judged for their sinfulness and negligence to follow the word of the Lord; they would be humbled, taken into captivity, and removed from the land given by God. Though these times would be devastating and they would lose all they had, they still had hope. The... Continue Reading →
Resisting Idolatry
John wrote to encourage believers to stand strong in the midst of opposition, to hold firmly to the truth of God’s Word; he wrote to encourage followers of Jesus Christ to be fully obedient to the Lord in all things, and to give no license to sin; he wrote to give them the full assurance... Continue Reading →
Celebrating Freedom
Hebrews 10.1-17 Today we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy in our great nation. We remember and give thanks for those who have served and those who have given their lives that we might live free and have the privilege to enjoy the blessings of these United States. This is definitely a reason to celebrate.... Continue Reading →
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