Unity In Times of DisagreementWow! It has been quite a journey, but today our study of Romans is coming to a close. If I have counted right this is our 79th study in Paul’s letter to the church in Rome.
“And One Last Thing…”
Christmas: Love Embodied
For the past three weeks we’ve spent our time in worship focusing on the four themes of Advent: Hope, Peace, Joy, and tonight we will take a look at “Love.” I was having lunch with a friend following the
The Heart of the Family
Romans 16:1-16
Unity In Times of DisagreementIn a pluralistic society like our own there are many different ideas about Christianity. What is it? I Googled the phrase “What is Christianity?” this past week and here are some of the answers that came
The Three R’s of Building A Strong Church: Reading, Relationships, and Righteousness
Unity In Times of DisagreementSeveral years ago I was getting ready for a meeting when someone in our office came in and said, “Mike, there is a pastor from Texas on the phone who wants to know if he can
The Blessing in the Struggle
Romans 15:20-33
Unity In Times of DisagreementI’ve been thinking about the Apostle Paul’s words written to the church in Rome. I’ve thought about his unparalleled teaching, his deep understanding of the things of God, and his ability to communicate God’s truth to
Set Your Sights
Romans 15:14-21
Unity In Times of DisagreementWe hear a lot of talk today about setting goals. Goals are important, but it is important that we set the right kind of goals and know what it is going to take to realize those
Follow The Leader
Romans 15:7-13
Unity In Times of DisagreementOur study of Paul’s letter to the church in Rome has been an incredible journey for me. I’ve learned so much. I’m in awe of His Sovereign plan to reclaim those that He has knit together
“He Gives So That We Can…”
Romans 15:1-6
Unity In Times of Disagreement“I can’t do this.” Those are words that I often hear, words that I’ve spoken from time-to-time. They are words that can paralyze us, persuade us, and pummel us at the bedrock of our soul. “I
Lifting Up The Body of Christ
Romans 15:1-6
Unity In Times of DisagreementAs we continue our study of Romans and begin our study of Romans 15:1-6, I am reminded of a scene from Jesus’ life just before He went to the cross. Jesus was in the Garden of
There’s No “I” in Team!
Romans 14:13-23
Unity In Times of DisagreementAny person who has ever played a team sport has heard their coach say, “There is no ‘I’ in team.” We’ve heard the phrase so much that it has become a cliché, but the phrase is