…don’t suffer poorly
The Christian knows he’s going to suffer. It should come as no surprise – Peter warned in 1 Peter 4:12, “Do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange …
pumpkin-chunkin 2019
We served coffee, cider and popcorn at this year’s pumpkin-chunkin event in Oacoma!…
you win in the end
Do you read the last chapter of a book before you begin it? What do you think about spoilers to the big blockbuster – are they helpful or harmful? If you knew the final score of the big game this …
Why suffering?
What is the reason for your suffering? I don’t know. It’s dangerous to want to know “why” when it comes to suffering. You’re not God, His ways are not your ways, and actually, you don’t have a right to demand …
trust God in suffering
There is a lot of suffering going around these days. Shootings, hurricanes and floods, divorce, suicide, and loss are rampant. I’m sure you’re suffering in some way today as well. Take heart: suffering is your last chance to trust in …
God’s justice
“He has a bigger piece of pie! She got more cookies than me! He knocked down my blocks! She took my doll!” Children understand justice, and so does the world. The new is ripe with stories of economic justice, racial …
Where is Jesus in suffering?
This article provides good perspective on the issue of suffering. It goes along with what we’re discussing at 9:30 at church, “Suffering for God’s glory.”…
living water
Are you thirsty today? What are you thirsty for? We get thirsty for a physical drink (a cold glass of lemonade on a hot day) and that certainly tastes good and fills you up, but it doesn’t last. You’re going …
parents and children
Let me tell you about my amazing daughter. “Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, able to leap tall buildings in a single bound!” I could tell you the same about my son as well. Does this …