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This is an incredibly familiar verse, so I want us to think about what we are reading. 22 And they will look to the earth, but behold, distress and darkness, the gloom of anguish. And they will be thrust into thick darkness. These are people in sin, but the application is vivid. Because of sin the earth…

1 Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. 2 We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly mentioning you in our prayers, 3 remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labor of love…

During Pastoral Prayer may want to give some updates on SBC Introduction Good morning. (( recap last week )) Dirty politics is not new. Gas-lighting is not new. Definition - Gas-lighting is a form of psychological manipulation in which a person or a group covertly sows seeds of doubt in a targeted individual…

In humble dependence, pursue God with ALL your heart, soul, mind and strength while OBEYING HIS REVEALED WILL and praising Him for the guidance and direction that is to come!

Isaiah 8:18–20 (CSB) Here I am with the children the Lord has given me to be signs and wonders in Israel from the Lord of Armies who dwells on Mount Zion. When they say to you, “ Inquire of the mediums and the spiritists who chirp and mutter ,” shouldn’t a people inquire of their God ? Should they inquire…

We have all experienced the struggle of the Christian conflict against the devil and his cohorts. You need to know about this critical strategy the Apostle offers that will help you deal with the spiritual attacks we experience at the hands of the devil!

The Strength to Endure Trials An Ox is an animal known for its ability to labour, plow, pull and trample with strength and power. In ancient Israel, the Ox was considered a prized possession. It was a symbol of wealth & luxury. The most common Hebrew term used to define an Ox is Shor. OX - (שׁוֹר, shor).…

a walk through the carols

Over 700 years before Jesus was born, Isaiah told the Jewish people facing tough times about the Promise of the King Who would make all things right. In this Christmas season we look back & appreciate WHO our King really is!

For unto us For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. For unto us a child is born the Angels proclaimed For unto you is born this day in the city of…

Week 1: Hope Main idea: Christmas is here. It might seem a bit weird because we’re still technically in November, but it is here and that day is coming fast!... But more than all of those things that we humans do, lights and cookies and candy and decorations and such…which are all great things... we,…

Nathan Sehi Bethel Baptist Church Laramie, WY Introduction: Christmas is a time of great joy. ILLUSTRATION: Often it is a time in which we spend precious time with those that we love. Often it is a time in which we have special traditions such as cutting down a Christmas tree. Often it is a time of special…

Introduction A couple of years ago, Megan and I had the honor of hosting a couple in our home. They were remarkably ordinary. Typical empty nesters with kids in college, trying to eat right and take care of themselves. They were so easy to talk with and such wonderful company. And yet, as remarkably…

Victory over Circumstances 10 But I rejoiced in the Lord greatly, that now at the last your care of me hath flourished again; wherein ye were also careful, but ye lacked opportunity. 11 Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. 12 I know…

Background Isaiah (9:2–5) tells the people the truth. He does not try to make light of their hard times. But he tells them hard times are going to end. God is going to move. Things are going to get better. God has a plan. God is going to act. Hope is crucial to healthy living. People without hope die…

Christ’s followers, who believe that God is sovereign and sets up human kingdoms, will respect and honor his appointed authorities

It is illuminating to study what Israelites actually believed in Old Testament times, and even what was viewed as orthodox theology in Old Testament times. For instance, books such as Kings and Ezekiel suggest that mainstream Israelite faith often included worship of Yhwh with the aid of images and recognition…

First and the Last

TURNING THE WORLD UPSIDE DOWN THE ACTS OF THE APOSTLES Huw Rees Iain Maclean Jeremy Gibson Huw Rees wrote on chapters 6-9, 14, 24-26. Iain MacLean wrote on chapters 1, 12, 15.36-16.5, 17, 20, 27, and 28. Jeremy Gibson wrote the Introduction, the introductions to Unto the uttermost part of the earth and…

“Wonderful Counselor” Isaiah 9:1-6 Introduction Conversation with Effiong Bassey about our good system – no need for prayer Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress. In the past he humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future he will honor Galilee…

The Ethics of Generosity December 21, 2003 Scripture Reading: 2Corinthians 8:16-9:5 Introduction: Video: The Gift of Perspective The last two messages in 2Cor. 7 and 8 have taught us that we can have joy, real Christian joy, because of what we have in Christ, no matter what trials we face. We also learned…

Standing Against the Enemy, Part One Ephesians 6:10-17 In April of 1943, the world was embroiled in war. The Allied armies by that time were turning their attention to mainland Europe, and recognized that the occupation of the island of Sicily was strategic if they were going to win the victory. The…

The experience of human suffering has perplexed minds ever since the fall. For Christians, the question of suffering rises to a new level of importance because of our belief in the sovereignty of our loving and merciful God. In Suffering and the Sovereignty of God, John Piper and friends tackle some…