This coming Sunday at Central, we will complete a series from 1 Peter entitled, "Christ-Centered Christians." Of these fives chapters the lesson that stands out to me is from 1 Peter 2 when the apostle describes Christians with these terms: a holy priesthooda chosen raceA royal priesthooda holy nationa people of God's own possessionGod's people.As God's people, … Continue reading Well He is Just . . . Different.
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Journey Through Mark – 14
We are quickly coming to a turning point in our journey. The events that unfold before us today turned people away from walking with Jesus and eventually brought many others to follow, but then only after some tragic events. Today Jesus' opposition begins to get the upper hand, and we will be there to witness … Continue reading Journey Through Mark – 14
Journey Through Mark – 10
Welcome back to our journey together. I pray that by now this walk is a part of your daily routine. I pray that as we walk together, you are growing closer and closer to our walking companion - Jesus. Today as we walk in His company, there is much to learn. Some of His teachings … Continue reading Journey Through Mark – 10
Journey Through Mark – 9
This is our ninth walk as we journey through Mark's account of the life of Jesus of Nazareth. We are across the half-way point, do not turn back now! We are learning so much from this man, Jesus. He is turning heads and hearts everywhere He goes. During our last walk with Him, He asked … Continue reading Journey Through Mark – 9
Journey Through Mark – 8
Welcome to the journey. Today's trek promises to be busy, educational, and challenging. This Jesus, that we are walking with and following around the towns and villages is gathering quite the crowds. There are about 4,000 additional followers in today's story. The more that follow Him, the more opposition He faces from religious authorities. Take … Continue reading Journey Through Mark – 8
Journey through Mark – 1
I want to take you along on a journey. For the next few blogs, I ask you to journey with me through Mark's account of the Gospel. Every blog will contain a simple outline of the chapter along with a brief lesson we can learn. Please come along on this journey. It may be that … Continue reading Journey through Mark – 1
The Bible Is It From God? Pt III
We continue our theme concerning the Bible and whether or not it is from God. If you missed the first two articles you can go back and read Part I and Part II. Last week ended with the claim the the Bible, although penned by approximately 40 writers over a span of nearly 1600 years … Continue reading The Bible Is It From God? Pt III
The Bible, Is It From God?
Is the Bible from God? In other words, is the Bible from inspiration. As Christians, what we do and who we are depends on how we view the Bible. According to a 2011 Gallup Poll, 49% of Americans consider the Bible the Inspired word of God, but are not sure we should take it literally. … Continue reading The Bible, Is It From God?
Day of Refuse
No refuse is not a typo in the title, I did not mean refuge, I meant refuse. In my little corner of the world, today is garbage day. On my morning drive I passed quite a few garbage cans and plastic bags all waiting for the truck to come by and collect them. Garbage day … Continue reading Day of Refuse
What Do You Want from Me?
Have you ever asked - or thought - that question? Has someone asked you that question? Maybe it was in a situation where your wife, or husband, had expectations that you simply missed. You ask, "What do you want me to do (say)?" It is possible that such a question arises out of frustration, but … Continue reading What Do You Want from Me?
Driving Thought 