At the Gates of Hell
The man possessed by demons is a powerful demonstration of being controlled by evil. However, as powerful as Satan is, he is no match for the all-powerful God who has power over the weather and over spiritual darkness. When we allow Christ to control us and take over our lives, he cleans us up spiritually, […]
The Little Big Man
Everybody needs a breakthrough. Zacchaeus was one of the most hated men in all of Israel because of his deceitful lifestyle. However, Jesus breaks through the social norms and prejudices of his day and demonstrates that anyone’s life can be transformed—even the life of Zacchaeus. In our brokenness, Christ picks us up, cleans us off, […]
Habits
Change. What part do we play in the change that God wants in our lives? Athletes train their bodies for a particular purpose. They discipline their eating, sleeping, time, and body in preparation to compete. Some Christians will discipline their lives in many ways but feel that there should be no suffering for their spirituality. […]
Influence
Change is a part of reality. God’s creativity is a work of change. He renews and transforms Christians bringing change in their lives. He even purposes Christians to influence their communities and this world. This also is an act of change. Taking a look at the qualities in David that urged him to confront Goliath, […]
Change
Change. At times and in some areas, the word brings excitement and hope. It brings anxiety and fear in other contexts. Change is, however, real and a part of reality. Pastor Brian explores the difficulties and the joys of change in the Christian life. Through understanding procrastination, sanctification, and the power of cultivating spiritual habits, […]
To the Future
At the end of the year, people often reflect on where they have been. At the end of 2020, we exclaim, “What a year!” Pastor Brian challenges the church to look to the future with direction and certainty.
