2018

More than a Measure Scripture Reading: 2 Kings 2:1-18  (Please read) Introduction In today’s scripture reading Elisha, who was prophet Elijah’s assistant knew that Elijah was going to be taken away. Several other prophets in different towns and cities also knew. Only Elisha who wanted “more than a measure” felt the need to follow Elijah…

Are We Still Following Jesus? Scripture Reading: Matthew 4:18-22 Introduction The year 2020 has been a roller coaster year and you know why. What we all thought would last a few weeks or at most a month, has basically taken most of this year to unravel impacting us in a way the world has not…

Putting Faith to Work in Trying Times V: The Power of Speech Scripture Reading: James 1:26, James 3:1-12 Introduction The Bible opens up introducing God as The Creator. We are also shown that all that He created was done by His spoken word. While God may grant us revelation into His plans for us and…

Putting Faith to Work in Trying Times IV: God, Visions and You Scripture Reading: Joel 2:28-29, Hebrews 10:7 Introduction Divine Vision is a broad umbrella for the insight God gives us to help us follow His will. Those insights may come in many varied ways to different people. Ultimately it is God working to show…

Putting Faith to Work in Trying Times: Divine Visions Scripture Reading: Genesis 15:1-6, Hebrews 10:7 Introduction This week our study in the series will focus on studying how God employs the visions He has placed in our heart to power us through the finish line.  Before the fall of Adam and Eve there was no…

Putting Faith to Work in Trying Times II Scripture Reading: Matthew 24:9 -14 Introduction Ever since Adam and Eve left the Garden of Eden due to sin, humans have faced all manner of challenges. The Adamic race has since produced after his kind rather than God’s kind (Genesis 5:1-3). The consequences of sin have ravaged…

Putting Faith to Work in Trying Times Scripture Reading: James 2:14-26 Introduction Do you wonder what could happen if the economy of our country or many nations of the world remain shut down and people are mandated to stay home for an additional month due to COVID-19 or other flu plagues? What do you think?…

Faith Over Fear Scripture Reading: Isaiah 43:1-10, Psalm 34:1-10 Introduction Fear is our emotional response to something, a person or situation that appears dangerous. It leads to a lingering sense of foreboding. On the other hand faith is our investment of trust in someone else other than ourselves. As Christians we are called to walk…

Gospel Identity Scripture Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10 Introduction In our video message excerpt for today’s study and discussion, Greg talked about being rescued out of a highway ditch by a tow truck for $25. Just like the truck in a ditch, there are times in our lives where we cannot rescue ourselves. If each one…

Follow Jesus #2 Scripture Reading: John 6:1-3 Introduction There is no doubt that following Jesus is a joyful experience. However there are challenges that come with the decision to follow Jesus. It was after the disciples entered the boat with Jesus that they encountered a storm. Our response to the challenges that arise may be…