What is a prologue? If we were to take that apart, it divides neatly into two words pro- meaning before logos - meaning word or saying So, in a very real sense, a prologue is a word that happens beforehand - a fore-word Composers, Filmmakers, and Authors alike have utilized preludes, prologues, overtures,…

Every faith system has a need for apologetics - or defense of the faith. Some would say that apologetics are geared more to reinforce the faith of those who already believe - rather than providing arguments to convince non-believers of the validity of the faith. Ultimately, as Christians, we believe…

01/02/2022 Sermon Outline Text: 1 Chronicles 28-29 Focus: A Legacy for the Next Generation Introduction One of the major questions that a careful modern reader of the historical books of the OT can ask is: why did the author of Chronicles repeat, omit, and add contents of 2 Samuel and Kings? Why did…

Introduction Miraculous events are not foreign to scripture. Throughout the Old Testament, God used miraculous and even supernatural events in order to work His will in the World. From His acts in creation, to the flood, to confusing languages, and the replacement of a ram as a substitute for Isaac -…

who he is - God incarnate

What he taught - Kingdom living

What he did - salvation

What he is doing - interceding

What he will do - come again and reign

Armal Porodini - our Associate Pastor Candidate - shared his testimony and a message of Peace.

When God had news for his people, whom would he tell first? Popular political leaders? Important religious leaders? The riches? scholars? Actually, no. God told shepherds. I assume everyone who reads about the message of the angel about the birth of Jesus to the shepherds is surprised that God chose…

Theme: Which of God's promises most comfort you through life's trials and triumphs? God's Word beckons His people to trust him because of what He has done, what he will do, because He has said it, and because he keeps His promises.. As the Lord pronounces his prophecies and fulfills them, He shows Himself eminently truthful and trustworthy. This familiar Advent passage reminds us of God's kindness in providing us ironclad reasons to trust Him, most principally through the person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ. As we begin this Advent season, let us look and marvel and grow in trust toward God who fulfills prophecy and purchases promises where we can stake our eternal hope.

Scene: Screen writers need a new schtick - many of them seem to be foretelling catastrophe by having one of the characters say “I promise”. couch at home, watching a show like “The Flash” or “Agents of Shield” together. (Lemony Snickett - Brother promises to a friend his safety and return, but in the…

All Stressed Out Origin of stress pressures - work, home, holiday, family, friends worries outside of our control - political battles, medical diagnosis, why is this time of year so stressful Lack of time lack of money commercialization external expectations ( Christmas cards, gifts, generosity). How…