Follow Me As he walked by the sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew, his brother, casting a net into the sea – for they were fisherman. And he said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you fish for people.” Immediately theyRead More →
“Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, so that as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk inRead More →
THE BAPTISM OF OUR LORD Christmas is beginning to fade from our memories, the New Year isn’t so new any more, and we’ve just experienced a bitter cold snap that’s given most of us cases of cabin fever. We may be a little cranky, a little critical, and a littleRead More →
Whatcha Gonna Call That Pretty Little Baby? Luke 2:21 – “On the eighth day, when it was time to circumcise him, he was named Jesus, the name the angel [Gabriel – see Luke 1:31] had given him before he had been conceived.” When did you receive your name? Most likelyRead More →
The Angel Wore Coveralls The days before, during and following the Christmas holidays are reported to be some of the busiest travel days of the year. The desire to spend at least some part of Christmas with those we love is a powerful motivation to pack up and deal withRead More →
“And the angel said to them, “Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of a great joy which will come to all the people; for to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” – Luke 2:10-11 In theRead More →
Blessings for Everyone Luke 1:30-31 The angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And now, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you will name him Jesus.” Many times in our lives we take items for granted. Read More →
Singing the Praises of God Psalm 100:2 “Worship the LORD with gladness; come into his presence with singing.” Have you seen and heard our choir, organist, pianist, bell ringers, instrumentalists and choir director? I’m so impressed with each and every one of their abilities. Bless the Lord for the giftsRead More →
“Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above.” – James 1:17 Recently, I read an article about a group of young people who are part of a “Rake and Run” project. Each fall, young people are encouraged to join this group and for the next few weekendsRead More →
CHRIST THE KING SUNDAY “We know that in everything God works for good with those who love him, who are called according to his purpose.” – Romans 8:28 A few weeks ago, I attended my high school class reunion, visiting with long-time friends, reminiscing and catching up. At our lunchRead More →