The ability to see clearly should not be taken for granted. Billions of people around the world need some type of corrective lenses in order to see where they are walking. The same is true in our spiritual lives. "Without vision, the people cast off restraint," is what the Bible tells us. (Proverbs 29:18) Having that clarity enables each of us to move forward in confidence, … [Read more...]
Fortified Part 7: The Anti-Esau
Who wouldn't turn down a free gift? Whether it's Christmas, a birthday, or some other special occasion, most of us would be happy to receive the blessings of a gift. But the Bible describes someone who despised his gift: Easu. Thinking only of himself, he sold his gift for a bowl of soup. Join us this week as we conclude our Fortified series by looking at how we can … [Read more...]
Fortified Part 6: Diligence
Someone who practices diligence will declare: I will finish my projects. I will do a job right. I will follow instructions. I will concentrate on my work. I will not be lazy. What does that look like in our spiritual lives? Listen this week as we continue our Fortified sermon series and discover how Jesus is concerned about how we live while we wait for His return. … [Read more...]
Fortified Part 5: Goodbye Old Man
Sometimes it's hard to say goodbye. Sometimes it's easy. Listen this week as Pastor Jon shares that part of our life to which we need to say, "Goodbye. " … [Read more...]
Fortified Part 4 – The Vitamins and Minerals of Faith
Blame it on a marketing scheme. Blame it on over harvesting. Blame it on genetically modified organisms. Blame it on whatever you want, but your breakfast cereal is most like fortified with vitamins and minerals not normally found in a box of Corn Flakes! Why? The most common answer one hears is because the population is not receiving enough nutrients through a balanced … [Read more...]