As the recent holiday may have pointed out, most of us are blessed. Even if we’re nowhere close to the American definition of “wealthy”, there are many who are much worse off than we are. Do we go about our business each day with eyes closed to the hurting world around us? What do we […]
Monthly Archives: November 2009
The Daily Grind
Life is not very glamorous. Yes, there are occasional bright spots. But most of the time, we have to grind it out. Our work never ends, we’re often tired, people disappoint us, money runs short, our body ages, illness saps our strength, and loneliness hurts. Where’s the joy in that? Where’s the meaning in that? […]
Regrets
Each of us has been there — you do something terrible that creates a sense of burning shame. You feel devasted. Your mind keeps dragging you back to that terrible place and time. How can we recover from our life’s moral low points? This sermon explores that critical question. If you could use a little […]
Being The Hands and Feet of Jesus
This Sunday we celebrate World Missions Day 2009! Watch an exciting report of wonderful things our congregation has accomplished in Sudan and for the Navajo Nation, including a special guest appearance by the Joseph Esparza, Director of the Southwest Indian Foundation. Share in the celebration! Today’s scripture: James 2:14-18 Watch the webcast, then watch the […]
Peculiar People
The Bible says followers of Jesus are supposed to be a “peculiar people.” In other words, we are called to live in a counter-cultural way. But what does that mean? Some Christian have taken it to mean they ought to cut themselves off from society and adopt old fashioned norms. Is that really what God […]