Another long election season has come to an end, and what a strange election it was! Every time I thought I knew what to expect, the unexpected happened. To quote Amos, "I am not a prophet, nor am I the son of a prophet" (Amos 7:15). A few truths kept coming to my mind throughout... Continue Reading →
Advent – Love
Scripture Reading: Psalm 80:1-7; 17-19 Romans 1:1-7 Opening Prayer: Father God, we thank you for the honor and the privilege it is to gather here this morning. I pray that you would bless this time we will be spending together in your word. As we prepare our hearts for this last week of Advent and... Continue Reading →
Advent – Peace
Scripture Reading: Isaiah 11:1-10 Romans 15:4-13 Opening Prayer: Father God, as we gather here today, we remember that our hope for peace is found in you. As we prepare to celebrate the birth of our Messiah, the one whom the prophets of old looked forward to with eager anticipation, may we remember the great price... Continue Reading →
Advent – Hope
Scripture Reading: Isaiah 2:1-5 Romans 13:11-14 Opening Prayer: Father God, we thank you for the honor and the privilege of gathering together this morning. As we transition from our season of thanksgiving towards Advent and Christmas, let us remember to be thankful for the gifts we have already received, even as we eagerly await the... Continue Reading →