Often times, I think we look at giving as something we have to do. But, I don't think that's the way it should be. God wants us to give joyfully. But, isn't that what we get from giving? Joy? It makes me feel good to give, especially when I know that my giving is helping …
Where Does Contentment Come From?
What is it that brings you contentment? This was the topic of our sermon this morning. It was based on Phil. 4:10-13. I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. I am not saying this because …
The Battle For Hearts And Minds
It's tough to go through life without worrying. I'm just as guilty as the next person. But, it's not time well spent. It's a control issue, isn't it? If we can only trust in the Lord that we say we believe in, we could find that peace that passes all understanding. But we let doubt …
Being Of One Mind
As members of the church, we should be of one mind. Focused on sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. But it's not easy to keep our focus there because there are so many other things that distract us. We become divided on things that don't really matter in the great scheme of things. Do we …
My Mornings
Mornings on my deck with God's beautiful creations before me. I love it when the mornings are cool enough to go on our back deck and read the Scriptures for the day or write on my blog. I am surrounded by woods with the birds singing and being buzzed by the hummingbirds who come for …
What Prize Are You Reaching For?
I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Image by 3D Animation Production Company from Pixabay I'm tired of the same old, tired, worn out topics on TV. I don't watch the news any more. I get tired of the mudslinging that goes on during …
Press On
No matter how long we've been a Christian, we never get to a point we don't need God. We should always be striving to be more like Jesus and the example he set for us. Always talking to our Creator and leaning into his will can help to keep us on the right path. I …
Don’t Become Lukewarm
I enjoy my morning coffee or tea to be piping hot...Image by Craig Melville from Pixabay How do you like your morning cup of hot beverage? Surely, that's how you want it, right? If I let mine sit too long and it cools off, I have to add more to warm it back up. If …
You Can’t Say That In Church…
This blog post is from Sunday 7/19/20. You can listen to the sermon here. I normally have this up before now, but I'm just now feeling like I'm ready to tackle this one. I wasn't able to be at church, so this is from the video version of the sermon for Milan Christian Church and …
Cultivating a Servant’s Heart
Zebra Slot Canyon, Escalante Park Photo by Ashley Swenson Where are you worshiping from this morning? In this time when it's scary just to be together, the church can be anywhere. God created some beautiful places for us to enjoy. What better way to do it than worship there? The photo above was taken by …