Happy Independence Day! As we ponder the blessings our Lord has given to us in this great land of peace and plenty, we sometimes wonder: Why we are so blessed? The answer is simple: so that God can bless others through our generosity. Pastor's sermon, "We Overflow in Gracious Giving" is based on 2 Corinthians 8:1-9,13-14.
Storms can be frightening. That's true of both the real storms and the metaphorical storms we face. Yet in the storms of this life, we trust that our gracious God still reigns. Pastor's sermon, "Seek Refuge in God Your Shield" is based on Proverbs 30:4-5.
Because of the shame of our sins and our fear of punishment, we often want to reject God's claim on our lives, which can be seen in the ways we try to hide our guilt and blame God and others for our sins. Yet the Lord brings us in from the cold through His Son Jesus Christ, inviting us with the promise of salvation and the forgiveness of our many sins. Pastor's sermon, "Where Are You?" is based on Genesis 3:8-15.
"Keep the Day of Rest holy!" But why? For what purpose? The Third Commandment was given not to benefit God, but to benefit us as we use the day of rest to remember what God has done for us and for our salvation. Pastor's sermon, "Look to the Lord of the Sabbath", is based on Mark 2:23-28.