Samson, known for his immense physical strength, teaches us a powerful lesson: without God, even the strongest are weak. This reflection on Samson’s life, drawn from Judges 13-16, shows that true strength lies in our relationship with God. Although Samson was unique—set apart by a Nazarite vow and filled with the Spirit—his downfall came when…
What does it really mean to “Be strong and courageous” as Christians today? This week, we’ll dive deep into the ancient world of Joshua, Judges, and 1 Samuel to explore the incredible value placed on courage in the face of overwhelming odds. Through the lens of ancient warfare, we’ll unpack rarely preached texts that reveal…
We explored Deuteronomy 11 through two perspectives: Moses’ speech to the Israelites on the verge of entering the Promised Land, and King Josiah’s rediscovery of the Deuteronomy text during a period of spiritual decline in Judah. Just as Moses’ words prepared the Israelites for their battle to claim the Promised Land, centuries later, these same words fuelled Josiah’s reform efforts.
Why are we here? We are here to live, give, and love make sure we exemplify these ideas in our daily lives. God gave us talents that we can use to showcase God’s love to people around us. Talents do not just come naturally. They require hard work and consistent practice. In a world of…
In this message, we’ll explore the profound meaning of forgiveness in our relationships with God and with others. This sermon guides us on how to seek forgiveness, extend it, and experience the transformative power of mercy in our lives.
We are exploring the powerful topic of prayer with a sermon entitled “How to Pray.” Whether you’re looking to strengthen your prayer life or curious about how to begin, this message is sure to resonate with everyone.
God provides us with strength and hope in our daily lives. Whether you are seeking comfort, inspiration, or a deeper understanding of God’s presence, this message is for you.
We are called to worship God in spirit and in truth. Therefore, truth matters because our thoughts about God must be true to qualify as worship, and without truth, our worship is hollow at best. It’s not about our truth, it’s about God’s truth. And the greatest truth we can bank on is this: God did not spare his son but gave him up for us.
How much time do you spend thinking of the Holy Spirit? We have Jesus with us every day, but we ignore him or don’t recognize his presence. God desires to take us from the darkness of the world to live out the fruits of the spirit. He made it possible to do this through his son, Jesus, and then through sending us his holy Spirit to be with us, live in us, guide us, speak to us, remind us, teach us, and make himself known to us
When we look at a map of a place we’ve never been, it has little meaning to us. But as we travel the roads and experience the place, we add dimension and depth. We take a flat piece of paper and fill it with memories and meaning. The Lord’s Prayer is just a handful of verses; seven thoughts. But if we are brave enough to pour ourselves into each section and set our souls on discovering each place, the Lord’s Prayer can become like the map of our favorite vacation destination.