John 18-19 King James Version (KJV) 18 When Jesus had spoken these words, he went forth with his disciples over the brook Cedron, where was a garden, into the which he entered, and his disciples. 2 And Judas also, which betrayed him, knew the place: for Jesus ofttimes resorted thither with his disciples. 3 Judas then, having received a… Continue reading Holy Week Bible Study – Good Friday – John 18:1-19:42
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Holy Week Bible Study – Maundy Thursday – John 13:1-17; 31-35
John 13:1-17 King James Version (KJV) 13 Now before the feast of the passover, when Jesus knew that his hour was come that he should depart out of this world unto the Father, having loved his own which were in the world, he loved them unto the end. 2 And supper being ended, the devil having now put… Continue reading Holy Week Bible Study – Maundy Thursday – John 13:1-17; 31-35
Holy Week Bible Study – Tuesday – John 12:20-36
John 12:20-36 King James Version (KJV) 20 And there were certain Greeks among them that came up to worship at the feast: 21 The same came therefore to Philip, which was of Bethsaida of Galilee, and desired him, saying, Sir, we would see Jesus. 22 Philip cometh and telleth Andrew: and again Andrew and Philip tell Jesus. 23 And Jesus… Continue reading Holy Week Bible Study – Tuesday – John 12:20-36
Holy Week Bible Study – Monday – John 12:1-11
During this extraordinary Holy Week 2020, I want to walk with you through some very important passages of the Bible. I hope that you will take advantage of the opportunity to consider what these verses have to say to you and yours, especially as the world battles COVID-19. We may be separated physically from each… Continue reading Holy Week Bible Study – Monday – John 12:1-11
Audio Sermon for March 22, 2020 – “Mountain Top Faith”
Silent Night, Holy Night
Tonight, in just a little while, I will gather with the members of my congregation, Elpis Christian Church, and we will do what we always do on this silent, holy night. We will listen to a little music, sing a few carols, hear the Christmas story as told by Luke, and light some candles. It… Continue reading Silent Night, Holy Night
Time to Wait
Well, it’s Advent again. So what? In answer to that question – I have nothing new or flashy to offer. I don’t have a catchy new program idea; music you’ve never heard; a video that will really grab your attention – nothing. Except this… For thousands of years, people in need waited for God. They… Continue reading Time to Wait
Family Guidance
Psalm 128:1–6 1 Blessed is everyone who fears the Lord, who walks in his ways! 2 You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands; you shall be blessed, and it shall be well with you. 3 Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your house; your children will be like olive shoots around your table. 4 Behold, thus shall… Continue reading Family Guidance
Prayer
We talk about it a lot. Hopefully we do it frequently. Yet it still remains something of a mystery for many. Somehow, many of us are not quite sure we are doing it “right.” What am I talking about? Prayer. It is key to our relationship with God. No wonder then that the disciples specifically… Continue reading Prayer
In the Lion’s Den: Integrity
Not many people I know have thoroughly read the Book of Daniel in the Old Testament. A bunch of people I know are at least vaguely familiar with the story of “Daniel and Lion’s Den” found there. Here’s a very quick synopsis: Daniel has been granted a great deal of responsibility by his boss. Some… Continue reading In the Lion’s Den: Integrity