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HEAR THE WORD OF THE LORD
Isaiah is an Old Testament book written by the prophet Isaiah based on the vision he received concerning Judah and Jerusalem during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah, kings of Judah from approximately 710-740 B.C. The major theme of the whole book could be summed up in the phrase, “God’s plan for His…
Read MoreLove & Faithfulness
King Solomon lays out two of the most important things a person can have in life- love and faithfulness. Paul also reiterated this in 1 Corinthians 13:13 when he wrote, “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” Opening Text Proverbs 3:3-4, “3 Let love and faithfulness never leave…
Read MoreTen Attitudes to Avoid in the Church
So often I as a pastor have to deal with attitudes in the church that are not “Christ-like.” So I thought I would share the “top ten” to avoid. Remember, if you do the opposite of these you’ll be all good! Ten Attitudes to Avoid in the Church Rebellious Attitude: This kind of attitude leads people to…
Read MoreThree Ways to Love the Church in Your City as Much as Jesus Does
I’ve been noticing the division that exists among churches in the same city and thus wanted to write an honest blog that shares some things God has shared with me to do. Plus, the most common reactions I have while trying to do what God said. Three Ways to Love the Church in Your City…
Read MoreIs Speaking in Tongues for Today and For Everyone?
Today, the fastest growing segment of Christianity in the world belongs to those who believe and operate in the modern practice of speaking in tongues. Since the rebirth of speaking in tongues in the early 20th century, the “denominational Pentecostals” have grown to be the largest Protestant organization around the globe. With more than 200…
Read MoreOpen Rebukes & Trusted Wounds
Proverbs 27:5-6, “5 Better is open rebuke than hidden love. 6 Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.” Definitions Open Rebuke: A frank and direct word of honest criticism or disapproval. Hidden Love: Hidden love is a love that is too timid, too afraid, or not trusting enough to admit that reproof is…
Read MoreThe Fear of the Lord
Proverbs 1:1-7 Introduction 1. The author of Proverbs is King Solomon, son of David, v. 1. The story of Solomon asking for wisdom is found in, 2 Chronicles 2:7-12. 2. The purpose of the book of Proverbs is (vs. 2-6): (i) Gaining wisdom and instruction, v. 2; (ii) understanding words of insight, v 2; (iii)…
Read MoreA Pastor’s Heart
Note: This letter is written at a time of peace both in our church and in my life, without any particular situation in mind. I also have purposely waited for certain situations to resolve (2-3 months) just to be sure when I wrote a post like this no one could say, “this is about me,…
Read MoreThree Heresies Exposed
On Ash Wednesday I was inspired to write the following on my facebook page, There are three heresies in Christianity that have caused the most pain and loss of true discipleship, (1) Roman Catholicism, (2) Calvinism, and (3) Cessationism. However, by far the most deceiving and damning to men’s souls has been Roman Catholicism. I…
Read MoreSuicide, The Reasons Why and How to Prevent It
The issue of suicide has been on my heart lately after the Newtown shootings because the shooter also took his own life. I began to do some research and was shocked to discover that the US has a rising suicide rate and its the tenth reason for death in America. Thus, I felt led to…
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