Q: The apostle Paul had much to say to the 1st Century Christian’s (and to us today). What was Paul’s primary focus? A: Paul’s primary focus can be summarized as the proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ and its transformative power for both individuals and communities. His ministry emphasized the following key aspects: 1. …
Category: Abide in Christ
Jan 04
Notes for January 2024
My sermon this month is titled, Eyes, Nose, and Shoulder for the Sake of Christ. The primary point is to keep our eyes on Jesus (from Hebrews 12:1). I’ve always like the metaphors of keep your nose to the grindstone and put your shoulder to the wheel. To do the will of God we do …
Feb 21
Tim Keller on the Decline and Renewal of the American Church
Tim Keller, who I respect very much, has written an extensive article on the decline of the American church. https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/tim-keller-decline-renewal-american-church/ It is, in fact, part of a yet larger work. Fuller article here. I am one who does believe in the virgin birth, life, death, physical resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ, the transforming power …
Jan 28
Notes for January 2023
2 Wonderful Hymn/songs Creator God, Our Sovereign Lord, by Nathan Clark George. Lyrics are included. Spotify link. Jesus, Saviour, by Joyful Noise. Lyrics are included. The Soul Three questions one asks oneself to define their soul Who am I? Whose am I? Suggestions: Psalm 100:3 Know that the Lord, he is God! It is he …
Jan 08
Notes for January 2022
Happy New Year! Here are a few links related to our worship services and sermons in January. The Valley of Vision The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers & Devotions, is a book published in 1975. Includes the prayer for the New Year. Blessed to be a Blessing We are all blessed in …
Aug 15
Notes for August 14, 2021
A few notes related to today’s sermon, The Joy of POP (privilege, opportunity, priority). Tony Dungy Books by Tony Dungy here. They include Quiet Strength: The Principles, Practices, & Priorities of a Winning Life and The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge. Super Bowl Breakfast Speech Tony Dungy Super Bowl Breakfast 2006 Part 1 …
Jun 08
Ah-ha, when I walk up to a situation
Phillipians 2:3-5 says: 3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, 4 not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. 5 In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Forgive me Lord. When I approach a …
Nov 07
Macomb/McDonough County Community Gathering
I’m looking forward to the Community Gathering tomorrow (11/7) at 10-11 am at Veteran’s Park, in Macomb. In these crazy times, this is a time for us to gather together as a community and pray for our elected leaders and pastors. Here is the map (google doc) of how we will set up the chairs. …
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