Zechariah's Story Pt. 2 How did Christmas Change Zechariah? Christmas changed Zechariah from a man full of doubts that twisted into unbelief to a father who believed in God's faithfulness. When he pushed against the angel's decree, Zechariah pushed against his own beliefs about and commitment to his God. There were significant consequences in his … Continue reading Christmas Changes Everything – Zechariah’s Story 2
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Christmas Changes Everything – Zechariah’s Story
Zechariah's Story Luke 1:5-25, 57-80 There was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijab; his wife Elizabeth was also a descendant of Aaron. Both of them were righteous in the sight of God, observing all the Lord's commands and decrees blamelessly. But they were childless because Elizabeth was not able … Continue reading Christmas Changes Everything – Zechariah’s Story
Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 4th
"The Lord was with Joseph and gave him success in whatever he did." (Genesis 39:23) In a refugee camp in the Middle East, when Reza received a Bible, he came to know and believe in Jesus. His first prayer in Christ's name was, "Use me as your worker." Later, after he left the camp, God … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Dec. 4th
Don’t Be Caught Sleeping
"Take heed, watch and pray; for you do not know when the time will come. It is like a man going on a journey, when he leaves home and puts his servants in charge, each with his work, and commands the doorkeeper to be on the watch. Watch therefore-for you do not know when the … Continue reading Don’t Be Caught Sleeping
Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 30th
"Restore us, God Almighty;...that we may be saved.| (Psalm 80:7) The pictures coming from a friend's text stream were stunning! Photos of a surprise gift for his wife revealed a restored 1965 Ford Mustang; brilliant, dark blue exterior; sparkling chrome rims; reupholstered black interior; and a motor to match the other upgrades. There were also … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 30th
Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 26th
"The sun also rises, and the sun goes down." (Ecclesiastes 1:5) Ernest Hemingway's first full length novel features hard drinking friends who've recently endured World War I. They bear the literal and figurative scars of the war's devastation and try to cope with it via parties, grand adventures, and sleeping around. Always, there is alcohol … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 26th
No Thought Police 