Posts from November 2023
Unfaithfulness Hurts
“Confidence in an unfaithful man in time of trouble is like a bad tooth and a foot out of joint” (Proverbs 25:19). Observations about this guy: 1) He Causes Unexpected and Lasting Pain. One who has ever tried to chew food and discovered the shooting sting associated with a broken tooth knows that it is painfully unexpected. Because the unfaithful Christian may talk a good game and look like they are solid, this person can cause a great deal of…
Our Hope (Part 2)
Our Hope can be defended – “but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect…” – 1st Peter 3:15 Our Hope is found in the gospel – “if indeed you continue in the faith, stable and steadfast, not shifting from the hope of the gospel that you heard, which has…
Our Hope (Part 1)
Our Hope is Singular – “There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your call” – Ephesians 4:4 Our Hope is worth holding on to – “so that by two unchangeable things, in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled for refuge might have strong encouragement to hold fast to the hope set before us.”- Hebrews 6:18 Our Hope is better – “(for the law…
Philippines Mission Letter: October 2023
Click to download the letter. Dear Brethren, May the Lord continue to bless you abundantly, and may His grace be with you always. Last month, our youth group had an amazing time connecting with young people from neighboring congregations, helping them grow stronger in their faith and build closer friendships with fellow believers. These interactions included meaningful discussions, singing spiritual songs, testing their Bible knowledge, playing games, sharing meals, and more. These gatherings brought our young members closer together and…