surrender (23)

Ian

The Hope Beyond Us

Psalm 38, Isaiah 32:10-20, Joel 2:12-13 In regards to their salvation, many people struggle with two particular areas. The first is pride. Realizing that one’s salvation involves the surrendering of self, a person can stop right at the light. Holding onto one’s self (one’s pride)…

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Ian

Where Peace Resides

Psalm 94, 2 Kings 11:6-23, 1 Peter 5:6-10 "When I am filled with cares, your comfort brings me joy." Psalm 94:19 "Don’t be afraid, for those who are with us outnumber those who are with them." 2 Kings 6:16 "…casting all your cares on him,…

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Ian

Thursday before the Second Sunday of Advent

Psalm 7, Isaiah 36:13-20, Luke 14:31-33 Peace is fleeting. We look around the world and cannot help but recognize that a lack of conflict only lasts for a short time. World leaders are speaking well of one another, then the next day attacking one another.

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