These 3 explanations might help us shape ministry after more people leave the church. Stay blessed…john
Isaiah 41:14-20 In the American church, we’ve talked about our decline for decades. Both conservatives and liberals have had their chances to blame the other for the decay. I’d say that’s been part of our problem. Which means we’ve been a part of the problem. Not worship preferences. Not giving. Not vision. Us. Of…
If you want to know if you’re becoming more like Jesus, ask someone else what they see in you. Read 1 Timothy 4:15
Matthew 3:1-12 An elementary school principal once taught me something about reading. Up to around the second grade, students learn to read. After that, they read to learn. Their reading informs and helps them understand new concepts. Reading the Bible is similar. We learn to read the Bible. Then we let our reading shape our…
SERMON TITLE: Advent Action: Get Real! BIBLICAL REFLECTIONMatthew 3:1-12 Summarize the passage by asking Who? What? When? Where? Why PERSONAL REFLECTION RECALLING THE MESSAGE WEEKLY PRAYER FOCUS There are many families who carry heavy burdens: Financial stress, family loss and strife; abuse and suffering. Pray they can hold on to God’s hope as they…