We look at the priorities that Jesus says must be in our lives to be obedient believers, disciples, of Jesus. (Luke 14:26,27,33)

One of the most spiritually healthy things we have done in a church since I took over as the head pastor is to begin to cultivate a disciple-making culture in our church. That process began about 2 1/2 years ago. We have come a long way, praise the Lord, but we still have a long way to grow- don’t we?…

John the Baptist knew his purpose, to be the forerunner of the Messiah. When Jesus came, rather than view Him as competition, he honored Him. What does this mean? Blessed Lord, You have caused all Holy Scriptures to be written for our learning. Grant that we may so hear them, read, mark, learn, and take…

Perhaps you have seen them, the signs popping up all over Greene County attempting to encourage young people struggling with suicidal and addictive thoughts. One in particular caught my attention the other day; it read, “You are Enough”. This short phrase perfectly sums up the spirit of our age. That…

May 10, 2015 Intro – (Read Lu 11:45-54). Jesus goes to lunch with a Pharisee, but it gets contentious immediately when Jesus doesn’t wash up. The host is appalled that Jesus would neglect this sacred tradition – tho it’s not God’s Law. Jesus bluntly warns against the danger of moralism – concerning ourselves…

Just before these words which were just read, we find the be attitudes. The blessings that seem backwards at times. A kingdom which belongs to the poor. Comfort found by those who are sad. This is ended in Matthew 5:11-12 : 11 “Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say…