Category: Church

Don’t be Digitally Deluded

Building People of Substance for Works of Power A few weeks ago, I was hungry for some good carne asada. It had been a long time since we had ventured out to our favorite Mexican place, so Judy agreed very quickly, “Let’s go!” It was a Monday, a day on which many restaurants are closed. … Continue reading Don’t be Digitally Deluded

Sunday Supernaturally: Get Credit

And you Philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church entered into partnership with me in giving and receiving, except you only. Even in Thessalonica you sent me help for my needs once and again. Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Get Credit

Sunday Supernaturally: Soul Watch

Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they are keeping watch over your souls, as those who will have to give an account. Let them do this with joy and not with groaning, for that would be of no advantage to you. Hebrews 13:17 ESV I spend a lot  of time thinking about the local … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Soul Watch

Sunday Supernaturally: Permit and Prohibit

"And so I tell all of you: what you prohibit on earth will be prohibited in heaven, and what you permit on earth will be permitted in heaven. "And I tell you more: whenever two of you on earth agree about anything you pray for, it will be done for you by my Father in … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Permit and Prohibit

Let the leaders lead.

Building People of Substance for Works of Power Therefore if the whole church comes together in one place, and all speak with tongues, and there come in those who are uninformed or unbelievers, will they not say that you are out of your mind? But if all prophesy, and an unbeliever or an uninformed person … Continue reading Let the leaders lead.

Sunday Supernaturally: Encouragement and Strength

On the other hand, the one who prophesies speaks to people for their upbuilding and encouragement and consolation.  The one who speaks in a tongue builds up himself, but the one who prophesies builds up the church. Now I want you all to speak in tongues, but even more to prophesy. The one who prophesies … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Encouragement and Strength

Who Gets the Glory?

Building People of Substance for Works of Power When we first got into the Charismatic movement, there was a lady who was billed as a prophetess. She appeared on several Christian shows and had a considerable following. Her meetings were well-attended. At one point she gave a “word” predicting in some detail the imminent destruction … Continue reading Who Gets the Glory?

Pastor Virgil Update – May 11, 2022

Moving Christians from the pew to the harvest.” Matthew 9:36-38 Who’s watching for your soul? This past month, I had the privilege of speaking to the “Southern Arizona Pastors, Leaders and Volunteer Gathering” at Living Faith Christian Center here in Tucson. The theme of the meeting was “"Creating the Atmosphere for God's Presence to Manifest … Continue reading Pastor Virgil Update – May 11, 2022

Sunday Supernaturally: Maternal Wisdom

His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.” John 2:5 ESV  It’s Mother’s Day and many church services will commemorate the wonderful love of moms.  That’s a good thing.  In a day when the importance of parents is being disparaged, the focus on motherhood and the physical and emotional benefits that nurture … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Maternal Wisdom