I have been reminded this week of the spiritual battle we are fighting as followers of Jesus and as a local congregation. Our congregation has been over the top loving and caring for others but I have noticed it in several different ways. There are those that are going through incredible personal struggles that range… Continue Reading
Am I Free?
This week, as we celebrate the birth of our nation on July 4th we are reminded of the sacrifices of the founding fathers and the freedom that we enjoy. There is a paradox to freedom, that a person can be positionally free but is not practically free. This can been seen in the secular… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 7-4-2019
It is beneficial for us to take a moment on July 4th to think about what God has done in and through our nation. I am reminded that we are facing a number of challenges, yet it is still a great country. And we are also here to make a difference. I am thankful for… Continue Reading
Am I The Problem?
How would you answer this question? I mean, if you are like me, it is always someone else’s fault. It is hard to imagine how I could ever be wrong. And as much as I want to believe that I am perfect, the Bible reminds me that I am just as culpable as anyone… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 6-27-2019
What a joy to hold our newest granddaughter this week. It reminds me of the precious human. First, I want to encourage prayer for all the new little ones and moms that we are expecting in the days and weeks ahead at Living Hope. It is a great time with 7 little ones on the… Continue Reading
Will I Protect My Church?
One of the mistakes of many followers of Jesus Christ is that they make faith in Christ an individual thing. But as we study the Bible we come to realize that my being a follower of Jesus is about much more than just me. It is about my family of faith, my church. … Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 6-20-19
I know that Father’s Day was last Sunday. I just wanted to give a shout out to all the great fathers at Living Hope. It is exciting to see the Lord working and the difference your investment is making in your marriage and your children. Keep pressing forward. I want to say Thank You to… Continue Reading
What Will I Say to Jesus?
I never cease to be amazed at how quickly life passes. It seems that before you know it you have moved to the next phase of life as the clock keeps on ticking. One of the challenges from Jesus is to make a difference for Jesus. Yet, I would ask how many of us… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 6-13-2019
I have been thinking about our time in 1 Corinthians 3 last Sunday. I am reminded at how important it is in my life to pause to evaluate my activities. The question I need to ask is, “Am I doing what Jesus wants me to do?” Let me encourage you to find a space and… Continue Reading
Am I Fighting Being Christian?
One of the greatest overlooked challenges facing follower of Jesus is the influence of culture. It is something that influences all of us, many times we are not even aware of it’s influence. It is so significant that a significant portion of the teaching in the New Testament warns believers about this spiritual danger.… Continue Reading