Tag Archives: Church
EMPTY SEATS – FULL HEARTS
Two years ago we moved to a new location and decided upon attending a new church as well. We had come from a huge congregation, with a Christian school and great church attendance. At first we thought we might commute … Continue reading
PLEASE COME TO CHURCH
Did you know that 70% of those who do not attend a church have never been invited? Well, today, I’m inviting you. Church is not a place for righteous, outstanding people, with no problems. You might even consider it a … Continue reading
IN SEARCH OF PEACE
ORIGINALLY POSTED 6-7-15 God set this day aside for a day of rest. He had a pretty busy week prior to the final day of creating the world, the universe, every living thing. He established night and day and placed … Continue reading
WHAT TO DO WHEN IT’S HOT
Picture this. It’s almost ninety degrees in the shade. We come prepared with our cowboy hats, boots and water, but the float hasn’t arrived. We huddle under a tree. Soon the rest of the group arrives and joins us under … Continue reading
WHY PRAISE GOD WHEN THINGS ARE GOING SO BAD?
Volcanoes spew fiery lava, descending on everything in their path. The earth shakes under it. The seas churn as a ship is swallowed up. Children are being murdered before they take their first breath. Youngsters are being sold into sex … Continue reading
WHERE HAVE ALL THE CHILDREN GONE?
“But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 19:14 Along with a change in the numbers of church going people today, the forgotten are the … Continue reading
FELLOWSHIP
ma A family of fellow Christians can be a wonderful source of strength and encouragement for us. Many times though, we aren’t even aware of the pain and suffering they’re going through. We’ve all gotten wrapped up in our own … Continue reading
DOES GOING TO CHURCH SAVE YOU?
Many thin they’re above reproach or no longer considered sinful if they simply attend church. Many are also there because they feel safe from the world outside. Some even use church as a place to compensate for the sins they commit … Continue reading
DON’T GIVE UP
Sunday – a day which starts a new week. What better way to begin, than to go and worship the One who created this world. He has His finger on the pulse of our land. He knows what we need … Continue reading
EASTER MEMORIES
I grew up in a time when Easter and Christmas were celebrated with days off of school, Easter bonnets, pretty new clothes, Easter egg hunts, lots of special food and going to church at 6 in the morning. Some of … Continue reading
CHURCH DAY
Going to church has always been a part of my week. It’s a time to refresh from the burdens of the past week and to look forward to the next one with hope and regeneration. We’re in a new church … Continue reading
PASS IT ON
If it were only a matter of fighting off armies of an invading enemy – or simply a battle cry against those who would cause us emotional or physical harm.If our task required us to stand up for those less fortunate, … Continue reading
PRAISE GOD
This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it!
DOES CHURCH MAKE YOU PERFECT?
Many think that they’re above reproach or no longer considered sinful if they simply attend church. Many are also there because they feel safe from the world outside. Some even use church as a place to compensate for the sins … Continue reading
DOES GOING TO CHURCH MAKE YOU A CHRISTIAN?
Many think that they’re above reproach or no longer considered sinful if they simply attend church. Many are also there because they feel safe from the world outside. Some even use church as a place to compensate for the sins … Continue reading
RIGHTEOUS INDIGNATION
Each year for 30 some years, this man and His family travelled to Jerusalem for the Passover Feast. It was as much apart of His life as studying the scriptures. His mission was about to be fulfilled. When He entered … Continue reading
DOES CHURCH MAKE YOU PERFECT?
Many think that they’re above reproach or no longer considered sinful if they simply attend church. Many are also there because they feel safe from the world outside. Some even use church as a place to compensate for the sins they … Continue reading
MY CHURCH FAMILY
In the past week, two of my church family members left this veil of tears to enter the kingdom of heaven. I’ve prayed for another who is going through a divorce from a long time marriage. I’ve felt concern for … Continue reading
SAINTS HAVE A PAST – SINNERS A FUTURE
Our country has a penchant for watching others fail – the Kardashians, the Duggars, those in politics and even within our own families. Somehow it makes us feel better about our own failures and shortcomings. When we look at other’s sinful behavior and judge … Continue reading
RANDOM CHRISTMAS THOUGHT
Streets dusted with powdered sugar snow – empty now after the hustle and bustle within this tiny town. Everyone now fills the church at the end of the block. Lights and music pour from every window. A homeless man huddles … Continue reading
