Weekly Thoughts

Final Thoughts on Understanding the Covenant

Hi all,We've covered several elements of the ancient covenants, but there are a few more things of note.CircumcisionWhat an odd requirement for God to

Understanding the Covenant #3

Hi all,I've shared how covenants were based on agreements, sealed by blood, the exchanging of gifts, vows, and a common meal. Today focusing on the

Understanding the Covenant #2

Hi all,Last week I explained how the Lord God (Christ) first promised and then made covenant with Abram as part of cutting the covenant. In Genesis

Understanding the Covenant #1

Hi all,At first glance this might appear to be a boring subject. The reality however, is that our lives are governed by covenants in its various

What “Is Risen” Means #4 of 4

Hi all,Do you remember the moment in your childhood when you realized your parents were once children too? You had never thought of them

What “Is Risen” Means #3 of 4

Hi all,Last week I ended with how the resurrection changed the relationship between Father and Son forever. "This day I have fathered you" the Father

What “Is Risen” Means #2 of 4

Hi all,Last week I shared how for the first 500 years of Christianity they were focused on the resurrection rather than the cross. I talked about the

What “Is Risen” Means #1 of 4

Hi all,Early Christians in Rome were buried outside the city in the catacombs. A catacomb is an underground burial chamber, connected by tunnels, and

Nehemiah #3

Hi all,The way they rebuilt the wall is so helpful for us today as we change course or rebuild our lives. It is amazing how many helpful things we can

Nehemiah #2

Hi all,We left Nehemiah with the intention of returning to Jerusalem to build up the protective walls of the city. This is a type of you and I

Nehemiah and the Lord’s Recent Word

Hi all,In last month's e-newsletter I shared one of the things the Lord spoke to me concerning 2023, in part: “Strengthen what

According to Your Faith #4 of 4

Hi all,Have you ever felt like the Lord gave you a promise for a loved one, perhaps years ago, but now that person is not walking with the Lord? Have

According to Your Faith #3 of 4

Hi all,God doesn't test us with evil, but He does test us. Within the test we find an opportunity for growth according to your faith. In James 1:

According to Your Faith #2 of 4

Hi all,We often hide behind our fear while telling ourselves and others we are in faith. Sometimes we hide behind fear and blame whatever our troubles

According to Your Faith #1 of 4

Hi all,In the late 1980's I was the pastor of a small church in a rural community in eastern Colorado. Though the church was doing well, it was an

Weaving Life #4 of 4

Hi all,In our study of the Lord weaving our lives together to accomplish His will, we now come to our last example.It is about not feeling compelled

Weaving Life #3 of 4

Hi all,Have you lived long enough to understand how a tiny, everyday decision can have a life changing effect? Sometimes for good and sometimes for

Weaving Life #2 of 4

Hi all,This is the story of God's long memory; His ability to keep His promises. If you feel the Lord has given you promises about a loved one, but