Jesus put worry on the same short list as drunken revelry. It's been over 45 years since my last drink or drug, but it's hard to go 45 minutes without allowing my mind to slip into an obsessive repetition of "what if?” It's an intoxicant that hardens the heart to God and roils the emotions.
Category: christian ministry
Obedience, Faithfulness, Excellence: Success!
In the world success is usually measured in money or power. Christian service is a little different. Success is obedience to the call, faithfulness, and striving to excel in the grace He gave you.
Sunday Supernaturally: Accept No Substitutes
We live in a digital world where fantasy often replaces reality. In spiritual things, this often leads us to settle for images rather than encounters. Today., let's insist on the real thing.
Sunday Supernaturally: God Knows Best
God uses whom He chooses. He is not limited by their failures, nor impressed by their resume. He can use you! Let Him.
Sunday Supernaturally: God Help Us!
If we want God to intervene in our human affairs, we have to ask Him. It there were ever a time when we need Him to act, this is it. Pray!
Sunday Supernaturally: This is Holy Ground
Church matters, and the one who told you it doesn't lied to you. Let's go!
Sunday Supernaturally: Living Stones
Peter employs a combination of three metaphors to demonstrate the operational principles of the body of Christ. Jesus is the living stone, selected by God despite human rejection. This rejected stone represents God's chosen method for reaching humanity. The same nature is bestowed upon those who believe. Each believer plays an integral role in the overall structure.
Sunday Supernaturally: Opportunity is Knocking
If you’re a believer in Jesus Christ, if you’ve committed your life to Him, you are on duty wherever you go. God knows your heart, your steps, your future. Be ready to seize new opportunities.
Sunday Supernaturally: Miracles in the Aisles
Let's adjust our expectations to allow us to be used in power as we serve in humility. No matter what your role is, keep an eye out for opportunities. The ministry on the platform is fantastic, but I honestly believe we can expect miracles in the aisles if we just take that first step.
Update from Pastor Virgil 09/03/24
Moving Christians from the pew to the harvest.” Matthew 9:36-38 September 3, 2024 It’s a house of prayer! Recently, I attended the weekly prayer meeting at our local church. Attendance was sparse as the school year kick-off had many folks occupied. Fortunately, the Holy Spirit showed up as usual. After an hour or so, the … Continue reading Update from Pastor Virgil 09/03/24
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