From Our Pastor (Page 8)

We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed … 2 Cor. 4:8 Our power to survive challenges resides not in us but with God, who dwells within us. We’re not exempt from the punches that life throws at us nor from the storms that inevitably threaten our stability. ButContinue Reading

But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength … Isaiah 40:31 When at the end of ourselves our God offers us comfort. A surprise rises up to meet those who wait on the Lord. In His time and ways, He can renew our strength. By His Spirit He canContinue Reading

The Lord repay your work, and a full reward be given you by theLord God of Israel … Ruth 2:12 Drew, a young and enthusiastic young man, was leading the singing for the first time in a large church. Lois, a long-time attender, wanted to encourage him, but she thought it would beContinue Reading

The woman then left her waterpot and said, “Come, see a Man who told me all things that I ever did. Could this be the Christ?” … John 4:28-29 Our new life of following Jesus Christ may mean that we have to leave things behind, including those that don’t bringContinue Reading

Humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you … 1 Peter 5:6-7 How can we keep from worrying when our lives are so uncertain, so filled with problems and needs? The apostleContinue Reading

“Choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve,” Joshua challenged them. “But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord” (24:15).  They chose to worship the Lord. Even after Joshua warned them to count the cost, they still resolved to follow the Lord, recalling His deliverance, provision,Continue Reading

Your testimonies I have taken as a heritage forever, for they are the rejoicing of my heart … Ps. 119:111 Jesus calls us to base our lives on His Word and share the joy of knowing Him with people who are longing to find life. Dear Lord, Your Word isContinue Reading

Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need … Hebrews 4:16 Technology is a blessing in so many ways. Need a bit of information? All you have to do is access the Internet whereContinue Reading

Whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock … Matthew 7:24 The foundation of Jesus Christ is what will give us the stability our hearts and lives need now and into the future. ByContinue Reading

Yet I am among you as the One who serves … Luke 22:27 Dear Lord, I know that You did not come to be served, but to serve. Sometimes I fail to think of others, but I want to be like You. Please give me a heart like Yours. WeContinue Reading