Scripture: 1st Thessalonians 1:9-10 For the people of those regions report about us what kind of welcome we had among you, and how you turned to God from idols, to serve a living and true God, and to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead—Jesus, who rescues us from the wrath that is coming. Thought for the Day: We are coming upon an
Scripture: Isaiah 40:11 The Lord God will feed his flock like a shepherd; he will gather the lambs in his arms, and carry them in his bosom, and gently lead the mother sheep. Thought for the Day: In last week’s sermon, we looked at the book of Isaiah–specifically the section in which the prophet was speaking to a people who found themselves in Exile. In the first 39
Scripture: Proverbs 11:2-3 When pride comes, then comes disgrace; but wisdom is with the humble. The integrity of the upright guides them, but he crookedness of the treacherous destroys them. Thought for the Day: Yesterday I caught a flight to a denominational meeting. I had to laugh as I waited to board the plane. First, they called those flying first class — followed by the Premier Platinum fliers
Scripture: Leviticus 13:45-46 The person who has the leprous disease shall wear torn clothes and let the hair of his head be disheveled; and he shall cover his upper lip and cry out, “Unclean, unclean.” He shall remain unclean as long as he has the disease; he is unclean. He shall live alone; his dwelling shall be outside the camp. Thought for the Day: In the Hebrew Scriptures
Scripture: Luke 5:9-11 For he and all who were with him were amazed at the catch of fish that they had taken; and so also were James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. Then Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching people.” When they had brought their boats to shore, they left everything and followed him.
Scripture: Psalm 119:27 Make me understand the way of your precepts, and I will meditate on your wondrous works. Thought for the Day: It may surprise you, but I am going to use a thought today from Buddha. It is said that someone asked him, “What have you gained from meditation?” He replied, “Nothing! However, let me tell you what I have lost: anger, anxiety, depression, insecurity, fear
Scripture: John 10:17-18 Jesus said, “For this reason the Father loves me, because I lay down my life in order to take it up again. No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have power to lay it down, and I have power to take it up again. I have received this command from my Father.” Thought for the Day:
Scripture: Matthew 18:1-3 At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” He called a child, whom he put among them, and said, “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Thought for the Day: These are relatively familiar words to most people, even those who do
Scripture: Titus 3:4-7 But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of any works of righteousness that we had done, but according to his mercy, through the water of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit. This Spirit he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might
Scripture: Romans 15:5-7 May the God of steadfastness and encouragement grant you to live in harmony with one another, in accordance with Christ Jesus, so that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God. Thought for the Day: The following comes from Geoff and Marissa