Category: Sermons

Encouragement in the Valley

The word ‘encouragement’ has ‘courage’ in it. It comes from an old French word ‘corage,’ meaning…
How can I pray more effectively?

God tells us to pray. We know it’s important. But are our prayers effective? Are we…
When following God’s commandments feels difficult

God’s commands can feel difficult — like something we have to do, not something we want…
Forget about distracted driving. What about distracted living?

Distracted driving is a public safety concern. But distracted living is a much bigger threat. The…
Is there an angel and a demon on my shoulder?

Have you seen those pictures where there’s an angel over someone’s shoulder and a demon over…
Christian is also a Verb

“Christian” is a noun, yes. Early followers of Jesus were called “disciples” or people of “the…
How do I purify myself? (From sap to syrup)

The apostle says we should “purify” ourselves. It will prepare us to meet Jesus, make our…
The Pressure to Fit in When My Faith Makes Me Different

Our culture seems to be of two minds. On one hand it celebrates being different and…
Yes to Light, No to Darkness

God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. So said John the apostle.…
What is the biblical definition of wisdom, and how do I live that way?

Wisdom is good. But what is it? If fifty million people say something is wise, is…