How is God working even when things seem to be going in ways we think are “shipwrecks”? Pastor Tim turns to Paul’s journey to Rome for this week’s encouragement ahead of Faithtoberfest.
James encourages us to listen but not to stop at listening. Combining listening and acting is necessary for arriving where God wants us.
Pastor Tim thinks of the splendor of the autumn leaves and how that splendor points to the even more wondrous Creator behind them.
How often do we “listen” to other people without really listening? How often do we jump immediately to actions and words that don’t reflect the heart of God? James challenges us to do something different.
Pastor Tim reflects on why we dig into the truth about who God is even though it is mind boggling; it tells us about the One who sends us.
How do we deal with darkness and uncertainty in life? Can we count on God’s blessing? James helps us to think about this.
Pastor Tim cools off in the pool as we think about cooling off our uncontrolled wills and being more focused on the things God values.
Sin distorts our ability to understand what God is saying to us and how much we need His mercy.
Sometimes we look at technology as a force opposed to God. But is that what the Bible actually says about about human innovation?
When we find ourselves demanding mercy from God do we see all the mercy He’s already provided? Do we understand the true mercy He’s offering?