Fiery Ordeals | A Sojourner’s Guide
I don’t know about you, but when it’s cold outside, I love having a fire in the fireplace. There’s just something about it – the warmth, the crackles, the dancing lights… it’s good medicine. But fires outside of a fireplace are potentially dangerous and pernicious. We’ll take some lessons from the Apostle Peter on how to overcome the “fiery ordeals” we face as followers of Jesus.
The End Is Near | A Sojourner’s Guide
Well, the end of football season is near. For some, that’s a day of celebration; for others, it’s a rather somber day. Maybe that’s what it will be like at the end of the world. That’s what we’ll get to discuss together today… “The end is near!”… and how to live in light of that reality.
Live Your Life For An Audience Of One | A Sojourner’s Guide
For those of us who grew up in the 70’s and 80’s, we remember the Wide World of Sports intro which contrasted the “thrill of victory” with the “agony of defeat.” Life can be like that at times. But, through the ministry of Jesus Christ, we can have the victory.
Let Our Walk Silence Their Talk | A Sojourner’s Guide
With the recent event at the West Freeway Church of Christ down the highway from us a bit, I know many of us have become a little more distraught and distressed. That’s totally understandable. But I’m going to ask you to join me in a study of 1 Peter 3 today so God can remind us of how He wants us to live when we face persecution and unjust suffering.
O Little Town of Bethlehem | A Song in The Air
As many of us have learned over the years, sometimes the most valuable gifts come in small packages. So it was 2000 years ago in Bethlehem. As we wrap up our “Song in the Air” series this Sunday, we’ll look at the story behind “O Little Town of Bethlehem," and why it still changes us today.
Joy to The World | A Song in The Air
I love Christmas music. Now, I’m not one of those who listens to it in July (like some of you rebels), but I love it nonetheless. One of my new favorites is called “A Song in the Air” – and that will be our theme this Christmas season.
The Greatest Use Of Wood | A Sojourner’s Guide
Have you ever considered the vast importance and usage of wood through human history? We have used wood to build ships, houses, places of worship, tools, and instruments; and, obviously, we have used it to build fires which cook our food and keep us warm. But what was the greatest use of wood in the history of the world? That’s what we will be discussing this today as we dig into 1 Peter 2:24-25 together.
Tremendous Courage | A Sojourner’s Guide
Recently, another brave contingency of U.S. special forces took out the world’s most notorious terrorist. They continue to be a beacon of what can be accomplished by people who have tremendous courage and an unrelenting commitment to a higher cause. I’m confident that God is seeking such people to build His kingdom today.
We Are Who We Are Together | A Sojourner’s Guide
The great 19th century pastor and author, A. W. Tozer, famously said that “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” Maybe the second most important thing is what comes into our minds when we think about ourselves. I really look forward to unpacking some great truth with you.
How To Live Forever | A Sojourner’s Guide
In our culture, those who are skilled at gardening are said to have a “green thumb.” Then I guess I have a “brown thumb” – cause I (unintentionally yet proficiently) kill green things. If they just weren’t so perishable! Wouldn’t it be great if there were something alive that was imperishable for us to enjoy?
