Life is full of ups and downs and twists and turns. Life has a way of bringing us great joy but also great sadness and fear. As we study scripture and experience life, we find that Christians are not exempt from the trials of life. As a matter of fact, life can sometimes be…
The account of Jesus feeding the five thousand is recorded in all four gospels. This event in history is a lesson to us today that even though God does not need us, He does use us as His instruments on the earth. There is really nothing that we are qualified or deserving of doing for…
In Luke 15 there are three parables that teach along the theme of lostness. There are different views as to what these parables speak of. Some say that the lost sheep, coin, and son is a picture of those who are saved yet they have lost their way and was not walking with God as…
A parable is an earthly story with a heavenly meaning. In verses 10-17 of our text, we find an explanation from Jesus as to why He spoke in parables. There are two simple reasons that Jesus gives for why He spoke in parables: 1. So that the people would be able to understand the mysteries…
As Jesus continues His sermon there are a couple of things for us to consider. One of the things to consider is the audience. Jesus is teaching His disciples. These disciples are those who are following Him in general. These are not just the twelve disciples, though no doubt they were present. Among those…
This passage is one the most intriguing and doctrinally rich passages in all the Word of God. John introduces to us the Savior of the world. In doing so, we are brought to an understanding of who the Savior is. The theme of this passage of scripture focuses on the ‘Word’. What or who is…
Often times we wonder why God does not bless us. We cry out to God for revival but nothing ever happens. We live in a nation that is experiencing the judgment of God. This judgment of God, the natural consequences of sin comes as a direct result of our unfaithfulness to Him. This is exactly…
The book of Jonah is a fascinating book that tells of a man who learned a very valuable lesson in obedience to God. The life of Jonah teaches us that what God desires is not always what we want. However, it is much easier to obey God and follow Him than it is to go…
Thanksgiving is a special time that we set aside for the purpose of showing our gratitude to God and to each other. In the midst of a busy world with all of its strenuous demands, it is good for us to pause and take time to reflect on the good things of life. I would…
Pastor Chris Noland 