Footwashing: An Attitude of Service and ForgivenessSermon; Given 3/8/2025
In John 13, when our Savior washed His disciples' feet, He taught them that He was willing to accept the task designated to the lowest of the servants.
Be a LighthouseSermon; Given 1/11/2025
The metaphor of a lighthouse aptly describes the role of the saints in a darkened world, providing hope, guidance, and stability.
Lessons From Saul and DavidSermon; Given 11/9/2024
God chose both Saul and David, the first complying with the people's choice (judging by outward appearance and stature), the second by judging inwardly.
God's PearlsFeast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/22/2024
Our spiritual development is like the creation of a pearl. Just as the oyster coats an irritant with a mother of pearl, we begin as an irritant in God's creation.
Our Words Matter: Are They Harmful or Helpful?Sermon; Given 9/28/2024
Emotional damage from hurtful words is more harmful to our nervous system than we have imagined, lingering long past the healing time of any cut or broken bone
Make a Widow's Heart Sing (Part Two)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/20/2024
Seeing the example of his older Brother, Jesus, the apostle James insists that our religion must include faithful service to the needy and vulnerable.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/20/2024
Seeing the example of his older Brother, Jesus, the apostle James insists that our religion must include faithful service to the needy and vulnerable.
Make a Widow's Heart Sing (Part One)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/13/2024
The epistle of James provides a balanced approach to Christian living. How we live our lives, serving others with compassion, is how we honor God.
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 9/13/2024
The epistle of James provides a balanced approach to Christian living. How we live our lives, serving others with compassion, is how we honor God.
Two Arks of SalvationSermon; Given 7/20/2024
In both the basket carrying Moses and the ark carrying Noah's family for over a year, God was in control, and guided both arks to safety.
Jesus, Jairus, the Woman, and Faith'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 6/19/2024
The story of Jairus' daughter's healing contains lessons of humility, faith, and patience. Though a Jewish religious authority, Jairus believed Jesus.
Make a Widow's Heart Sing
Sermonette; Given 6/1/2024
If we want to follow Almighty God, we will strive to protect the rights of the vulnerable, particularly the widows—tantamount to serving our Lord and Savior.
Sermonette; Given 6/1/2024
If we want to follow Almighty God, we will strive to protect the rights of the vulnerable, particularly the widows—tantamount to serving our Lord and Savior.
His Bones Were Not BrokenSermon; Given 4/20/2024
Jesus is the fulfillment of the Passover Lamb whose bones were to be left intact. His piercing parallels the lamb being bled by splitting its throat.
Jairus
Sermonette; Given 3/2/2024
Jairus, in effect, put his livelihood and status on the line, willing to give up everything for faith in the Son of God. Jairus' faith was tested twice.
Sermonette; Given 3/2/2024
Jairus, in effect, put his livelihood and status on the line, willing to give up everything for faith in the Son of God. Jairus' faith was tested twice.
Anointing With OilSermon; Given 1/20/2024
Being anointed is no guarantee of healing unless it is part of God's will. Sometimes a thorn in the flesh may produce some undeveloped character.
Living StonesSermon; Given 11/11/2023
I Peter 2:9 reveals how precious we are to God, a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, and a living stone fitted to join our spiritual siblings.
Carrying Water for Jesus ChristFeast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/4/2023
The parable of the Good Samaritan depicts a way of life God intends all His called-out Saints to follow.
Why Do We Give?
Sermonette; Given 9/16/2023
The widow who gave a mere two mites gave more than all the other contributors combined because she gave out of her poverty with genuine sacrifice.
Sermonette; Given 9/16/2023
The widow who gave a mere two mites gave more than all the other contributors combined because she gave out of her poverty with genuine sacrifice.
Who Was the Samaritan Woman at the Well?Sermon; Given 7/29/2023
The woman was the first Gentile convert and an evangelist to her fellow Samaritans, who clearly did not consider her an outcast or immoral woman.
Elisha, the Young Men, and the She-Bears'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 6/8/2023
Some see Elisha's encounter with the youths of Bethel and the she-bears in II Kings 2:23-24 as cruel and vengeful. The narrative tells a different story.
Yoked With Christ, Our Helper
Sermonette; Given 5/28/2023
The Paracletos (Helper or One who goes alongside) clarifies the biblical metaphor of taking Christ's yoke, which eases burdens because He shares them.
Sermonette; Given 5/28/2023
The Paracletos (Helper or One who goes alongside) clarifies the biblical metaphor of taking Christ's yoke, which eases burdens because He shares them.
Elisha, the Young Men, and the She-Bears
Sermonette; Given 4/29/2023
Some Bible commentaries call Elisha short-tempered for causing two female bears to maul 42 youths for making fun of him. There is more to the story.
Sermonette; Given 4/29/2023
Some Bible commentaries call Elisha short-tempered for causing two female bears to maul 42 youths for making fun of him. There is more to the story.