Yes, we spend a lot of time dreaming about the plans we have for our future. But sometimes God has a different plan. 11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 …
Remember That Time Jesus Was A Real Jerk…?
Who in their right mind would entitle a sermon with Jesus is a jerk? I’ll tell you who. Someone who wants to get your attention. Someone who wants you to understand that the stories in the Bible may go a little deeper than we think? You’ll understand this by the time you’re done reading this …
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Blessed Are The Merciful
Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Matthew 5:7-8 Today, our focus is on Matthew 5:7-8. We've been discussing the Beatitudes for a few weeks now. These come to us from the Sermon on the Mount that Jesus gave. As we …
Broken, Empty, Blessed
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven... Matt 5:3 These words are from Jesus as he teaches the disciples who climbed up the mountainside with him. Followers of Jesus, soaking in the message he shares with them who might have questioned what he meant by poor in spirit. We’re …
Keep Your Eyes Fixed Upon Jesus
But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, "Lord, save me?" Matthew 14:30 Life's going along just great! Things have fallen into place and you're in a real comfortable place. Maybe a little too comfortable and you make a decision without praying about it. Yep, and you soon …