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Responding to Tragedy
In light of the present tragedy near Nashville, I’d like to take some time to revisit a sermon I preached during the summer of 2022 about responding to tragedy. Within it are some key elements to remember and consider as we have our own responses toward this and as we talk with others. What does God think of this? Where is God? What is he doing? What is most important to remember? We’ll look at those questions and more. Thanks…
THE BEAUTY WE SEE FROM NOTHING (GENESIS 1)
Look around you. See the greenery (well if you’re not in a desert or the artic that is)? That is God’s handiwork. The beauty before us was created out of nothing. We’re on day four of the creation story. Again we are brought face to face with the character of God & his creative power. Join us!
GOD SAID (GENESIS 1)
We’re on vv. 3-5 today of Genesis 1. What a great set of verses this is and at the same time host to much debate. We’ll discuss that in part today and focus on two words that captured my attention as I read this text. Join us today as we journey through Genesis.
LIVING WITHOUT AUTHORITY
Living with no authority has serious consequences for our lives. I’m talking specifically about the authority of God. We see that with the nation of Israel in Judges where in chs. 17, 18, 19, & 21 we see the same phrase repeated: “Israel had no king.” The author sandwiches the last part of the book with the phrase: “they did what was right in their own eyes.” Even as Christians we have a tendency to do this? How might you…
WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE?
Today President Joe Biden was inaugurated as the 46th President of the United States. As with any change of power, these moments are landmarks in our nation’s history. Perhaps you are asking as I have been: “Where do we go from here?” These recent months (and even years) have revealed a flaw in our lives, in who we are ultimately putting our trust in. And even though the faces that make up our national government have changed, we serve the…
BABYLON BROUGHT TO RUIN (REVELATION 17-19)
Chapters 17 & 18 have been confusing to me as it looks at Babylon with two very different descriptions. Here is a general overview of what is going on here as well as some overall reminders we gain from the text. Revelation 17-19 NET
BEASTS, NUMBERS, SICKLES (REVELATION 13-14)
The further we get into Revelation the weirder and weirder it gets. Revelation 13 talks about beasts with horns and heads and crowns. Revelation 14 talks about sickles and winepresses. What is going on? That’s our mission today, to explore these texts and provide some answers while ultimately directing or focus to present day encouragements. Revelation 13-14 NET
YOU ARE WORTHY (REVELATION 4)
Revelation 4 is a spectacular scene of worship. And this chapter sets the stage for the rest of the book explaining that the following is God’s sovereign plan. In spite of what we might think as we behold them, these things will bring greater glory to his name, and he is worthy of our praise. Take a moment to read this fantastic worship scene though and watch. Revelation 4 NET
DO NOT LET YOUR HEARTS BE TROUBLED (JOHN 14)
There is much that can distress our hearts and minds today. Just think through the social and political turmoil over the last year. Then we add to that the daily events in our lives that tug at our hearts and minds to worry and be anxious. Jesus calls us to a different path – “Do not let your hearts be troubled.” He calls us to rest in him and trust in him. It’s not always easy, but it gives a…
AMAZED AT GOD
As I think on God and read various passages of Scripture, I am continually amazed by our God, particularly his response toward us. In these days of chaos, I am reminded of the sovereignty of God. I wonder what the disciples thought at Jesus was on trial and headed to the cross. All their plans for him, all their plans had gone up in smoke so to speak. God of course had a bigger plan. I so appreciate the grace…
COMFORT FROM ISAIAH 40
I have talked much recently on the sovereignty and glory of God in this time of what seems to use as mass chaos. I have found those things to bring me immense comfort and help me to filter the events and situations around me. Yesterday, Pastor Paul spoke on Isaiah 40 and God being a god of comfort. Take a moment to listen to this video by Paul David Tripp where he brings both of these concepts together.
REJOICE, PRAISE TO THE LORD!
In Romans 5, three times the Apostle Paul calls us to rejoice. As you read that text today, may you rejoice in what the Lord has done through Jesus Christ our Savior. As we think through the history of the world and even current events, all is going according to God’s sovereign, good plan.
ANCIENT OF DAYS
Ancient of Days. I remember hearing that term for the first time when I was in college or in a popular chorus. We see it in only a handful of places in the Bible and often in terms of judgment. But exploring the term a bit more, it also reminds us that our God is timeless. He has existed since eternity past. These moments have not caught him off guard. All is going according to HIS plan to the praise…
WORSHIP & RESISTANCE – JONAH 1
As I was studying the book of Jonah last night for a school paper, I was struck by comments Jonah made. We normally think of the big fish that swallowed him. Yet the story is about the sovereignty and grace of God. And Jonah becomes a picture of the attitude of the nation of Israel. In Jonah 1, he makes some interesting comments that perhaps reflect our own attitude at times. Please visit www.graceadell.org for our contact information and resources.…