Village Seventh-day Adventist Church

When difficult times come, people of God are called to come to him with their troubles- and to come to each other, to understand each other. Pastor Kelly discusses one of those difficult times and expresses his wish that the body of Christ be united according to God's will.

Elijah's faith in God led him to stand up against the apostasy under King Ahab, and to risk his life to demonstrate God's power. In the midst of the rain after God's display of strength on Mt. Carmel, Elijah's faith was great enough to allow him to show compassion to his enemy who tried to have him killed.

The good news of the Gospel is always relevant, always meaningful. Jesus promises all of us forgiveness- but beyond that, his righteousness to replace ours. He declares us right, then he makes us right.

Solomon's journey in Ecclesiastes reveals that all worldly pursuits are vanity without a relationship with God. Despite his immense wealth and wisdom, Solomon found true fulfillment only in fearing God and keeping His commandments. His story serves as a powerful reminder that true success is rooted in a personal relationship with God, not in material wealth or achievements.

We have an obligation to keep our promises, as seen in the example of Israel under Joshua rescuing the Hivites from their enemies. God expects us to have the nobility of honesty.

This week's message explores the concept of spiritual DNA, examining how the values and behaviors we inherit shape our lives and congregations. By looking at the story of Israel in the Bible, we learn about the consequences of grumbling and faithlessness, and the importance of faith and obedience. The message emphasizes that bad spiritual DNA can be changed through divine intervention, reflection, and renewed commitment to God's covenant. Reflect on your own spiritual DNA and embrace the possibility of transformation through faith and obedience to God.

This week's message, 'The Remnant and the Rocks,' explores the journey of faith through the story of Joshua leading the Israelites across the Jordan River. Key themes include living by faith, the importance of remembrance, and the role of leadership and community. Joshua's actions, such as setting up memorial stones, highlight the significance of remembering God's faithfulness. The sermon encourages believers to step out in faith, support one another, and reflect on God's past interventions to strengthen their trust in Him.

Today's sermon is about faith and belief in God's promises, through the lens of Abraham's servant searching for a wife for Isaac. The servant had faith in his mission and absolute confidence that Rebecca was who he had been sent to find. His example is one of abiding in faith.

This week's message focuses on the theme of second chances, using personal anecdotes and biblical stories to illustrate the importance of faith and obedience. The story of Rahab in Jericho highlights how acts of faith can lead to redemption and new beginnings. Joshua's leadership emphasizes the need for trust in God's guidance. We need a renewed commitment to faith, and encourage practical steps to embrace second chances in our lives.