Sermons

This is a long sermon, but probably only 30 minutes to read. A lot less time than it took to write. As we consider blessings and curses, I am assuming God would prefer I spend the time writing a comprehensive sermon with commentary rather than watch tv shows, playing games, wasting time posting “stuff” from…

The Christmas season is one of the most joyous times many of us experience each year. It can also be the saddest for those who have lost much and/or have no one to celebrate with. Although we all know the celebration is supposed to be focused on the birth of the greatest gift humans have…

Jealousy is a common, yet extremely harmful, sin. It often leads to worse/more sins as people decide that what another person owns or has earned should be theirs. It also applies to relationships and often breaks up the holy covenant of marriage. Our first biblical example is how jealousy of God’s approval caused Cain to…

As I have said many times, the Internet and social media are more of a scourge to society than a benefit. Add AI into the mix, and we have a barrage of information that we can neither confirm nor deny. We are constantly being fed propaganda, lies, and a partial telling of the truth. Then…

I often get asked questions about what happens in heaven. Do we have jobs? Where will we live? Do we have spouses? Do we live as we did on earth? What about the different crowns? The Bible gives us some answers.  Where will we live? John 14:2 states, “My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you…

I finally returned from my 3,000-mile round-trip journey to the Pacific Ocean in Carlsbad, California, where I enjoyed a 2-week vacation and time with my brother and sister. It was a much-needed respite and relaxing break from the heavy weight of life. As I drove for approximately 40 hours, I had many thoughts, ideas, and…

This morning, I awoke to ANOTHER physical attack on a church. It also appears the church was purposely set on fire. Charlie Kirk was killed for his beliefs and faith, a Catholic church was attacked last week, and people are becoming more outspoken against Christians, claiming WE are creating this hate. This lie is creating…

Grief involves coping with loss. Death, divorce, and the loss of a home or job are all major events that people grieve. Grief can also be a loss of safety, security, and self. While everyone’s experience of grief is different, there are common responses that can be useful to recognize if you’re facing a loss.…