Florida Hospital SDA Church Sermons - Video

As Christians, it is imperative that we increase our level of candor and honesty–both the level of providing candor and the graciousness to receive honest comment, instruction, or correction.  This may sound like a good idea theoretically. We may agree with the idea that wounds from a friend are a blessing, that we can go […]

Peter couldn’t make it clearer: “Show respect for everyone. Love your Christian brothers and sisters.  Fear God. Show respect for the king.” 1 Peter 2:17  To not respect a person calls into question our love for them.   Jesus was clear that the world would know we are the genuine article of followers of Him […]

It’s so much easier to talk about faith and argue about biblical interpretation or doctrinal nuances than it is to get up and do something. The Bible is boldly clear that actions accompany faith. What will it mean for us to “Do Something?”

What does it mean to be stuck?  What is the relief of being taken in?  Does the Bible have guidance on how to offer support? We are adopted by God, so what does that mean for how we can be adopters of those in need?

Jesus uses a child to demonstrate greatness in his kingdom and cautions on the great danger for anyone leading a child astray.  Abuse is a severe problem in our culture, and we must be the voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.  We must be sensitive to those currently being abused and call abusers […]

What does it mean to be a friend, and why do I need to be one or have one?  The reality is that we live in a world of interpersonal relationships.  There are people all around us, and it’s an illusion that we will do just fine on our own. How do we best be […]

Jesus was known as the “Friend of Sinners.”  Throughout his time on Earth, his practice was to meet and mingle with everyone, always showing love and acting in grace and mercy. As people who take seriously the call to share Jesus with our world, are there necessary expectations of what our interpersonal relationships look like?

In Philippians 4, Paul seems to counsel us to, in all things, “Don’t Worry, Be Happy!” How is that even possible – or reasonable? Is there some kind of secret to stewarding our hearts and minds so this kind of no-worry, peaceful life can be ours?

Do we spend too much energy and give undo attention to that which is worthless while minimizing or ignoring the truly valuable thing? Is it really those things for which we strive, earn and merit that are most valuable? In Philippians, Chapter 3, Paul doesn’t seem to think that is the case. Philippians 3.