Today we celebrate Palm Sunday. The people cut palm branches, waved them in the air, and laid them out on the ground before Jesus as He rode into the city. The palm branch represented goodness and victory. This was symbolic of the final victory He would soon fulfill over death. “O death, where is… Continue reading Message for April 2, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
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NOTHING CAN STAND AGAINST OUR GOD!
NOTHING CAN STAND AGAINST OUR GOD! Whatever you face in life, if you will just hold your peace and remain at rest, God promises He will fight your battles. He will make a way even when you do not see a way. If God could close the lions’ mouths for Daniel, Part the Red Sea… Continue reading NOTHING CAN STAND AGAINST OUR GOD!
Message for March 26, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] Will gain new strength and renew their power; They will lift up their wings [and rise up close to God] like eagles [rising toward the sun]; They will run and not become weary, They will walk and not grow tired.… Continue reading Message for March 26, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
Message for March 19, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
In prayer this week as what to write for the handout I heard Holy Spirit say, “It is time to gather the spoils.” This reminded me of the scripture in 2 Chronicles 20:20-25 “ When Jehoshaphat had consulted with the people he appointed singers to sing to the Lord and give thanks to him for… Continue reading Message for March 19, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
The Danger of Seeing Yourself as a Victim
The Danger of Seeing Yourself as a Victim Most, if not all people, have had to face difficulties in life. Some have been mistreated; others have experienced tragic situations. Though we can do nothing about our past, how we view it can determine our future. The Bible says much about who we are to God… Continue reading The Danger of Seeing Yourself as a Victim
Message for March 12, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
Psalm 23 – The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures: he leads me beside the still waters. … Continue reading Message for March 12, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
UNCOMPLICATED LOVE!
UNCOMPLICATED LOVE! Religion and performance-based Christianity complicate what it means to love God. They add rules and commandments that need to be obeyed to love God. This is why so many people are confused and even lack assurance of their own salvation. They struggle with having confidence in God because that confidence comes from their… Continue reading UNCOMPLICATED LOVE!
Message for March 5, 2023 from Pastor Jerry
“Brethren, my heart’s desire and my prayer to God for Israel is that they may be saved. For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge.” Romans 10:1-2(NKJV) “For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes.” Romans 10:4(NKJV) I have heard… Continue reading Message for March 5, 2023 from Pastor Jerry
The Gift of a New Heart Changed EVERYTHING!
The Gift of a New Heart Changed EVERYTHING! Jesus didn’t come to Earth so we could give Him our hearts. He came to give us His heart. Religion teaches people to give their hearts to the Lord but nowhere in the New Testament do we read that people gave their hearts to the… Continue reading The Gift of a New Heart Changed EVERYTHING!
Message for February 26, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
We all have a story to tell of our life. God is still writing my story and He is still writing yours as well. We have opportunities to share our life story so others may be encouraged by what God has done. Holy Spirit showed me a few months ago that I have been in… Continue reading Message for February 26, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
Message for February 19, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
What is happening at Asbury in Wilmore Kentucky and other college campuses? Is it the great Awakening that everyone has prayed for? Is it the last day Revival before the Lord’s return? I don’t know. I do know it has caught the attention of the world. Everyone is talking about it on all the… Continue reading Message for February 19, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
The Local Church is a Place of Refuge
The Local Church is a Place of Refuge The Old Testament cities of refuge reveal a beautiful picture of Christ as our protection. Now let me show you another type hidden in the teaching of the cities of refuge, and that is the picture of the local church. The six cities are scattered across the… Continue reading The Local Church is a Place of Refuge
Message for February 12, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
To know the Love of God is freedom A Love that shouts, “The Son has set you free, you are free through and through” This Love from God brought the gift of salvation to all who would believe No more condemnation of who I use to be A new creation I have been made … Continue reading Message for February 12, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD IS THE GREATEST!
JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD IS THE GREATEST! Jesus Christ our Lord is the greatest man in history. He had no servants, yet they called Him Master. He had no degree, yet they called Him Teacher. He had no medicines, yet they called Him Healer. He had no army, yet kings feared Him. He won no… Continue reading JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD IS THE GREATEST!
Message for February 5, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
Have you ever had someone tell you something and it kinda slaps you in the face. Something that leaves you saying, “are you kidding me.” I had this happen to me recently. I was left wondering why this person would make the decision to do what they did. I knew their… Continue reading Message for February 5, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING
BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING “I will make you a great nation; I will bless you and make your name great; and you shall be a blessing.” Gen. 12:2 Listen to the words that God pronounced over Abraham: “I will bless you and make your name great; and you shall be a blessing.” Myfriend, as… Continue reading BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING
Message for January 29, 2023 from Pastor Jerry
Jesus said, ”This cup is the new covenant in My blood, which is shed for you” Luke 22:20 NKJV Last Sunday both LaVerne, while leading praise and worship, and Pastor Shirley, when preaching, mentioned the “cup” while sharing about its place of importance in our Christian society. Jesus told us to drink of it in… Continue reading Message for January 29, 2023 from Pastor Jerry
Barna’s 7 cornerstones of a Biblical Worldview:
Barna’s 7 cornerstones of a Biblical Worldview: –God is eternal, omniscient, omnipotent and just Creator.-Humans are sinful by nature.-Jesus Christ grants forgiveness of sin and eternal life when sinners repent and profess their faith in Him alone.-The Bible is true, reliable and always relevant.-Absolute moral truth exits.-Success is defined as consistent obedience to God.-Life’s purpose… Continue reading Barna’s 7 cornerstones of a Biblical Worldview:
Message for January 22, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
Victory in Jesus my Savior forever, He sought me and bought me with His redeeming blood; He loved me ere I knew Him. And all my love is due Him. He plunged me to victory beneath the cleansing flood. … Continue reading Message for January 22, 2023 from Pastor Shirley
THE POWER OF WORSHIP
THE POWER OF WORSHIP “Oh come, let us worship and bow down; let us bow down before the Lord our Maker. For He is our God, and we are the people of His pasture, and the sheep of His hand.” Psalm 95:6-7 Some people think that when they worship God, they are giving something to… Continue reading THE POWER OF WORSHIP