by John | Nov 2, 2022 | Direction, Journey, Legacy
(Part Two) “To what can I compare the people of this generation?” Jesus asked. “How can I describe them? They are like children playing a game in the public square. They complain to their friends, ‘We played wedding songs, and you didn’t dance, so we played funeral...
by John | Oct 26, 2022 | Direction, Generosity, Planning
(Part One) “Someone came to Jesus with this question: “Teacher, what good deed must I do to have eternal life?”“Why ask me about what is good?” Jesus replied. “There is only One who is good. But to answer your question—if you want to receive eternal life, keepthe...
by John | Oct 19, 2022 | Generosity, Giving, Thankfulness
“What can I offer the Lord for all he has done for me?” Psalm 116:12 The Psalmist shares a personal declaration of gratitude to our Heavenly Father for all the good in their life. I have felt this way so many times in my life as I reflect on all the blessings...
by John | Oct 12, 2022 | Direction, Planning, Thankfulness
“So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do. Don’t be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life....
by John | Oct 5, 2022 | Generosity, Legacy, Planning, Thankfulness
“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” -Jeremiah 29:11 Many of our churches begin preparing a budget for the upcoming year in October. We evaluate our ministry goals...
