To attest that compassion belongs in not only extraordinary circumstances but also in ordinary and everyday encounters.

Many years ago, a survivor of a Nazi death camp wrote these embittered words: "Here's to a world that did not care. To those who had eyes but would not see. To those who had ears but would not hear. To those who had voices but would not speak." Let me ask you a number of questions: When it comes to the…

John 13:1-5; 12-17 This story is significant because of its timing – Jesus was preparing for Calvary Hours before His betrayal – He was leaving those whom He loved dearly Critical messages – often last minute orders WHAT IS FOOT WASHING? A Cultural Necessity: Necessary because of the foot wear – sandals…

In any political campaign it is a common sight is to see politicians holding and kissing babies. I never really understood why someone would want a politician to kiss their baby, but I do understand that it is a good photo op for the politician. We will always like someone who likes kids, better than…

By Pastor Glenn Pease Opportunity not only knocks, but sometimes it even breaks the door down, but still we miss it. Such was the case in the sad story of the great Viennese surgeon Dr. Lorenz. When he was in America some years back he was flooded with more requests with help then he could begin to meet.…

Introduction How can a person know that you are a Christian? What evidence do you display that reveals the genuine quality of your heart—a heart that has experienced transformation by the power of God? A Christian bears fruit in four areas of life: Worship Discipleship Fellowship COMPASSION - the focus…

Experience the Nativity Story The Courage of Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 Living a Life of Courage… 1. Cultivate a Heart of Compassion This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through…

Theme: God as mother hen protects all Let us pray. Most holy, Lord God, we give you thanks for your loving concern for us: help us follow your example in providing loving care for others, protecting them as a hen protects her chicks, through our mother hen, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Just after Jesus…

Over the last several weeks we have been looking at the examples the Apostle Paul has given us which illustrate what it looks like to put off the old self and put on a new self. Paul has been specific and to the point. Once again, we must remember that Paul is not telling us that we must do these things…

A true disciple is one who shows mercy and one who is totally committed to Jesus Christ no matter the cost.

Jude 20-25 20 But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost, 21 keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life. 22 And of some have compassion, making a difference: 23 and others save with fear, pulling…

Intro We are continuing our series entitled, “Around the Fire” Goal: Look at how fire is used throughout scripture in powerful and incredibly revealing ways. Looking Beyond the Narrative: The story of Sodom and Gomorrah. We are going to look a little deeper into the REAL REASON why God judged Sodom with…

Have you ever looked into your family tree? It can be a lot of fun if you look deep into your family history and origins. Most likely you’ll discover there are some pretty strange and odd characters in your family’s background. Maybe that explains why . . . well never mind? Have you taken a hard look…

Theme: The sin of self-righteousness Let us pray. Most holy, Lord God, Jesus came to be with sinners and those in polite society with the religious authorities held them in contempt: help us see those who are marginalized in our time that we may welcome them as a sign of your love, through Jesus Christ…

Christians are to have hearts of Compassion

5 Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. 6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person. Be wise 5 Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. 5 Walk in wisdom toward outsiders , making…

Funerals can sometimes be interesting. When a number of people are given the opportunity to speak at a funeral you discover people sometimes have bizarre ideas of what is appropriate to say at a funeral. Sometimes the weather makes a funeral interesting. There have been times when it has been bitterly…

At some point in your life, you have been involved in the preparation of a meal for a large group of people. This may have been a holiday meal, a wedding reception or rehearsal dinner, food for a party, or even being involved in a fundraising dinner for some organization. If you’ve done this before,…

Jonah 4 concludes one of the shortest books of the Bible. In the course of 4 chapters, we are challenged with God's incredible power and rule; hurling a storm onto the sea, appointing a fish, a plant, and a worm to teach a rebellious prophet. Yet, we also see God patient, merciful, and compassionate upon undeserving prophet and an underserving violent and wicked city. We are struck with amazement that God would so slow to anger and so quick to extend mercy. The prophet Jonah teaches us how bitterness and anger can cause us to flee the presence of God and hate the works of God. May we instead, have enough faith to trust God to apply mercy in Holy and just ways. The book of Jonah provides an important lesson for how God's people should resist anger and instead extend Christ-like compassion.

Jesus has the compassion and authority to forgive our sins, which He does through our faith.

10 For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” Every venue of Jesus’ earthly existence centered on his purpose (mission) to seek and save the lost). Venues of our existence: home, church, and marketplace. God is present in all of these venues. What we do in these venues have spiritual ramifications.…

The prodigal son's return was a joyous one. Because of his return, his father threw a party. But one person missed out on the blessing. What caused his elder brother to miss out on the blessing? Listen as Pastor Leger teaches on the sin's of the good brother.

“Put on then” We need to lay some ground work. This describes the depth of change that we should experience as Christians. It is dependent on you first accomplishing the instructions (by the power of the Holy Spirit) to put to other qualities to death in you. But you don’t stop there Your life in Christ…

We need to be ready to act when Jesus is passing by!

There’s a song we sing from time to time on Sunday mornings called “I Asked the Lord that I Might Grow.” It’s one of the longer songs we sing, and, I admit, it’s probably one that stands out as so utterly different from the modern songs being sung in churches today. It’s strange, not merely in the fact…