Good Grief

For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. | Romans 8:18 In the sermon this Sunday we talked about God’s use of suffering. We said that avoiding suffering is not possible in this...

Guard against hopeless

Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God. Not only that, but we rejoice in...

Control forces compromise

Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all.   But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness,...

David’s polygamy

And Abigail hurried and rose and mounted a donkey, and her five young women attended her. She followed the messengers of David and became his wife. David also took Ahinoam of Jezreel, and both of them became his wives. | 1 Samuel 25:42-43 In the sermon Sunday, the...

Unifiers and Dividers

The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. | 1 Peter 4:7-9 One of...