The Increase

In June 2022, the pro-life cause won a major victory when the Supreme Court ruled that Roe vs. Wade was unconstitutional. But even with that major decision, abortion still dominates the American culture. So what do the Scriptures say about the abortion issue? What realities do we discover about God’s sovereignty over all human life?  (Sanctity of Human Life Sunday 2022)

Three angry accusations were spoken against Jesus as He hung on the cross. The surprising thing is that none of these accusations were true. In fact, the great irony of these accusations is that the exact opposite was true. So what accusations did the religious elites make against Jesus? And since they spoke falsely, how does the truth about Jesus make us worship Him and celebrate Him all the more?   (Communion Sunday Message)

Despite all the stresses of His life and ministry, Jesus consistently made time to meet privately with God for prayer and personal reflection. As we think about this habit Christians call “devotions” or “quiet time”, why is it so critical for your Christian life? How can you have meaningful meetings with God? 

From the moment Jesus arrived, people either rejected Him or received Him.  How were these two responses put on display by King Herod and the traveling Magi, and what relevant applications can we make from this to our lives in the here and now? (The Name, Conclusion)

Many Christians are discouraged and frustrated about the darkness dominating our culture, but one of the famous Scriptures we read at Christmas tells us about the dawn of a new day, when Jesus will reign supreme.  What do you need to know this day to come, and the special names that Jesus will live out?  (The Name, part 3)

In Luke chapter 1, an angel visits Mary to tell her that she will conceive and give birth to a supernatural son. As she listens to the angel, Mary hears an amazing summary of who this son would be and what He would accomplish. So what do you need to know about this one named Jesus?  (The Name, part 2)

When the LORD came to Joseph in a dream in Matthew chapter one, what unique names did He reveal about this special son growing in Mary’s womb? Why does Jesus’ divine name and destiny still matter to us today?  (The Name, part 1)

Moses tried five different excuses after God chose him to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. The humorous thing is that many Christians are still using them today when the LORD calls them to a service opportunity or a ministry assignment. How do we need to change our approach when the LORD gives us an opportunity to serve? What’s the right attitude to have? 

Have you ever noticed how the Thanksgiving holiday in America has neglected to give God a seat at the table? Most Americans are so obsessed with feasting and football that they’ve forgotten the true meaning of thanksgiving.  Why is the LORD worthy to receive our deepest gratitude? What are five reasons He is still deserving of our thanksgiving?  (Thanksgiving 2022)

Women don’t want to be labeled as a terrible cook or a bad housekeeper, and men don’t want to be known as a lazy worker or an absentee father. In the same way, churches don’t want to be known as dead or unfriendly. If you want to be commended by Jesus as a dynamic, obedient Christian, what qualities need to be developed in your life?