Do you recall a time when you had to assure others that everything would be ok? For many years, I was a youth pastor. I took teenagers on retreats, camps, and mission trips, all over the country and all over …
Ok, “There were two Jews, a governor, and a king.” Now, that might sound like the opening line of a joke, but it’s not. Instead, it’s the title of our sermon today: “Two Jews, a Governor, and a King.” In today’s …
Have you ever seen someone so convinced they are right, yet they are actually completely wrong? Nowhere is this more apparent than on social media. I heard someone say the other day, “I’ve never seen someone win an argument on …
The country singer George Strait has a famous song called, “Amarillo by Morning.” In it, he sings, “Amarillo by morning, up from San Antone.” Well, today, we’re continuing to discuss Paul’s travels. You may recall that he was set to …
Do you remember what’s going on with Paul in the Book of Acts? He was trying to make his way to Jerusalem, then to Rome, to continue expanding his mission to reach people with the message that Jesus Christ saves …
Jim Elliot was a passionate evangelist, devoted husband and father, and martyred Christian missionary. His life and legacy are an exemplary testament to the world of the absolute worthiness of Christ, and the costly call of the Christian to follow …
Did you know that ministry is not just for pastors and missionaries? Ministry is for every follower of Jesus Christ. God has a job for you to do, not only in the general sense but in a specific sense. …
Have you ever been in a ruckus? Some of you might be thinking, “I’m not even sure what a ruckus is.” A ruckus is a disturbance or commotion. Sometimes, you might come into a room where your …
An objection is a reason that you are against something or don’t want to do something. I may want my kids to go outside because they’re causing chaos inside. They may object by saying, “It’s too hot outside.” …
How many of you here think you are pretty familiar with tools? Well, let’s take a little quiz on tools and see how you do. You’ll have to grade yourself on the honor system. Ok, here’s …
