The Christian life is like a race. We are stretching out and striving to reach the finish line. Our ultimate goal is heaven, but we are not there yet. So while we are still here, we should be striving toward Christ-likeness in our attitudes and in our behaviors. We are certainly not perfect, but we are hopefully moving in the right direction. We should be fulfilling the ministries God has set before us. We should be using the opportunities God gives us and going through those open doors that are before us. And we don’t quit the race until we reach the finish line. Read More ...
What do we understand about our times? God is in control; he is sovereign over the events of this world, and for his own purposes and in his own ways, he is moving world events toward the intended goal—Jesus will return, establish a kingdom, the earth will be renewed, and we’ll enjoy the rest of eternity. Until that time arrives, because of human sin and corruption, the times will be full of chaos and conflict. Read More ...
As we go through the door to the new year, let’s make sure that we bring our faith and our good works with us. Let’s not only continue, remain, and abide; let’s also strengthen the things that remain in 2024. Read More ...
We don’t know what may befall us in 2022. For some of us, like Paul, we may finish our course this year. Some of us may face persecution and opposition like Paul did. We may be tempted to quit or to sit on the side lines. We may be tempted to quit fighting and just give up. But quitting is not an option for the Christian. Our goals for 2022 should be that we fight the good fight, finish the course God has for us, and defend the faith. That’s a biblical and practical set of resolutions we can put into practice this year. Read More ...
What it all boils down to is the choice between Christ and chaos. People will tolerate chaos only temporarily. Eventually, society will submit to a tyrant who will promise safety and peace. Totalitarianism is the end result of a secular worldview. It’s only when we choose Christ that we have freedom. As John Adams said, our constitution is fit only for a religious and moral people; it is wholly inadequate for any other. Read More ...
Bible Text: Matthew 24:1-14 | Preacher: Pastor Brad Anderson | Series: Miscellaneous sermons on various topics | Over the course of just the last few days, the world experienced the…
Bible Text: Psalm 90 | Preacher: Pastor Brad Anderson | Series: Miscellaneous sermons on various topics | Julius Caesar instituted January 1 as the first day of the year in…