1 Sam 3:1-14 In the opening of 1 Samuel, God is doing a new thing. Until this time the people of Israel were led by judges. Men and Women that could discern God’s will in a specific situation that usually provided deliverance from the enemies. The judges spoke condemnation to the enemies of Israel. Samuel …
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Oct 02
Pushing Against a Door Marked “Pull”
He fell to the ground. Then he heard a voice say, “Saul, Saul, why are you working so hard against Me?” Saul answered, “Who are You, Lord?” He said, “I am Jesus, the One Whom you are working against. You hurt yourself by trying to hurt Me.” (Acts 9:4-5 New Life Version) Have you ever …
Sep 17
Climbing the Ladder: A Call to Aim Higher
“If You Aim for Nothing—You Will Hit It Every Time.” In Genesis 28, Jacob dreams of a ladder reaching from earth to heaven, with angels ascending and descending—this vision that is a profound metaphor for human potential. This ladder isn’t just divine architecture; it’s a symbol of the vertical axis of meaning, a path each …
Sep 11
The Quiet Power of Sacrifice
Our text for this Sunday is Genesis 22:1-14, where we will be confronted with the idea of Sacrifice. Here is an article I enjoyed about this topic in our current life. In our fast-paced world, sacrifice might seem outdated—but it’s still the heartbeat of community and faith. Sacrifice isn’t just about giving something up; it’s …
