The heart of our celebration—life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for all. Blind Bartimaeus sits by the roadside crying out for his liberty and happiness. Jesus sees and hears a beloved child of God in pain and agony. In this Independence Day weekend 2020, we hear the cries of African Americans who seek freedom, wholeness, and happiness. This is the moment to listen and live like Jesus lived.
Read MoreThis Biblical story serves as an introductory story for our ministry life together. It involves a mom/mentor, a little mathematics, and a team of miracle workers. This is a pretty accurate description of Pastor Sherry’s life. And it is her hope that together we will be a miracle-working, life-transforming team.
Read MoreMaranatha means “Our Lord Comes!” It was used in the early church to greet one another. When they arrived, they said, “Maranatha!” and when they left they said, “Maranatha!” Will we recognize Jesus when he comes? What if Jesus comes as a blind man? What if Jesus comes as a beggar? Will we reach out in love as God expects of us? As Pastor Gus departs, his word for us is, “Maranatha!”
Read MoreForget about the successes and the failures of the past, enabling us to move forward. Everything is not going to go smoothly just because we are Christians. Challenges will continue to be with us. Don’t forget that you have a God—a great big wonderful God! God is our refuge and strength.
Read MoreThis is Trinity Sunday when we celebrate the three persons of God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. In this passage, Jesus claims the power that has been given to Him. Power to do good, to unite not to divide, to heal not to cause wounds, to bring people together, to cleanse their hearts, free from hate and ready to love.
Read MoreOn the day of Pentecost Jesus bequeathed to the Disciples the power of the Holy Spirit. Pentecost is the birthday of the church. Before this day, the disciples were a group of well-meaning guys who were very timid and uninspired, but after Pentecost these very same disciples became powerful, bold witnesses to the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Read MoreToday is Ascension Sunday. Before Jesus ascended into heaven, the power of God was given to his disciples. They were to be his witnesses to the ends of the earth. Something extraordinary happens when we witness for Jesus Christ. We are given the power of the Holy Spirit.
Read MoreEven the most devoted Christian is not exempt from suffering. But never believe that God has abandoned you. The God who loved you yesterday is the same God whose love is showered on you today. Suffering reminds us of our mortality and reminds us to focus on God. God answers our grief with his Grace. His grace is sufficient for each of us.
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