“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on…Read more Learn the Unforced Rhythms of Grace
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Praying for the Sick
Every Sunday we welcome those who are sick and wish to be anointed with oil and ask God to heal them. "Are any of you sick? You should call for the elders of the church to come and pray over you, anointing you with oil in the name of the Lord." (James 5:14, NLT) It's…Read more Praying for the Sick
Thy Will Be Done
Miracles happened throughout the Bible. At certain points in history like the Exodus, during the lifetime of certain prophets like Elijah and Elisha, the ministry of Jesus and the early church miracles happened frequently. God still does miracles today. God still heals, sets people free from what holds them captive, and the most important miracle…Read more Thy Will Be Done
He is Near – Easter Monday
Happy Easter Monday! “Our God, we thank you for being so near to us! Everyone celebrates your wonderful deeds.” (Psalm 75:1, CEV) The nearness of our Lord Jesus Christ is eternal! The Resurrection of Jesus assures us our hope is built upon Him and shall never fail. This hope is not only for the confident, but…Read more He is Near – Easter Monday
Fasting and Disasters
Don VanHoozier, one of the godliest men I’ve ever known, challenged me as a young pastor to consider the words of this passage from Joel. “Declare a holy fast, call a special meeting, get the leaders together, Round up everyone in the country. Get them into God’s Sanctuary for serious prayer to God.” (Joel 1:14,…Read more Fasting and Disasters
Things I Wish I had Known Before I Married #1
This is one reply from many I received from a question I posed, "What do you wish you knew before you got married?" How much work it would take to grow, change together, and stay in love with life happening everyday and marriages failing around you. That reply reflects the wisdom of experience from a…Read more Things I Wish I had Known Before I Married #1
Fasting vs. My Appetite
“Dennis, you must learn to fast. Fasting will make you aware of my presence and God will grant you power for ministry.” My trust was exceedingly high in those who taught me that I would become closer to God and be more aware of His presence. I wanted the power of God manifested in my…Read more Fasting vs. My Appetite
A Big and Blessed Imagination
I was looking at the cross in the sanctuary this morning with joy and confidence. God’s love demonstrated in Christ’s laying down His life for our sins. He gives us boldness to pray with a Holy Spirit inspired imagination. His resurrection confirms the glorious plan of God that delights angels and Christians alike. When I…Read more A Big and Blessed Imagination
CHRISTMAS FAVOR
“But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. ... Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” (Luke 2:10; 14, NIV) A wonderful promise is contained in the phrase, "good…Read more CHRISTMAS FAVOR
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas from our family to yours! It was a wonderful Advent Season, topped off by Christmas Eve Services last night at Woodland. It is one of my favorite services of the year. Last night was no different! Here at home, Christmas Day has been more like the days of yore. With three little grandsons,…Read more Merry Christmas!
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