Abounding Grace

Impressive qualifications and a great resume may land you a great job in this world of ours. But when it comes to being used by God, it’s really not needed. The Lord can and wants to use each of us, no matter what our background, or what our skill set may be. Question is, what has God called you to do, and are you doing it? Today on Abounding Grace we open our Bibles to Exodus chapter four. God ha...

Today we jump right back into Exodus, and at this point in Moses’ life he’s full of excuses. And God has an answer for each and every one of them. Perhaps you can relate, as you wonder if God could really use someone like yourself in light of your past, or abilities! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Today on Abounding Grace we’ll be encouraged to adopt a perspective modeled for us by the apostle Paul. He was humble, and just saw himself as a servant. He certainly didn’t want to draw attention to himself or receive the glory for what God did in and through his life. Pastor Ed Taylor opens Second Corinthians twelve, and urges us to live with that mindset. To support this ministry financially, v...

Consider with us the greatness, goodness, and faithfulness of God today on Abounding Grace. We’re studying the life of Moses right now as we continue through Exodus. We’ll be listening in on a conversation between Moses and the Lord. Moses said to God, “Suppose I got to the Israelites and say to them, ‘The God of your Fathers has sent me to you,’ and they ask me ‘What is his name?’ Then what shall...

As we turn the calendar today I can’t think of a better thing to do than study the Word, and specifically the names of God. We’ll frame today’s message around Exodus 3:14 where God says to Moses, “I am who I am!” And through this great declaration we learn something powerful about God’s character and nature. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=2025...

Pastor Ed Taylor will continue our new series in Exodus today. We’ve titled this message, “Excuses, Excuses!” As that’s really what we find Moses doing with God here in chapter three. God had called and chosen him, but Moses is full of excuses, questioning God’s decision. Maybe you can relate to that on some level? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29...

When God calls will you accept the charges? Today on Abounding Grace we’ll hear of the call on Moses’ life that was met with excuses rather than obedience and surrender. If we’re not careful we can fall into that same trap. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

We’ll be continuing our new study in Exodus with another visit to chapter two. You’ll soon hear about the early years of Moses. He was delivered, and prepared by God to be the deliverer. But today we also find him acting out in the flesh, something we’re all prone to! Through it all we’ll be encouraged to follow the Lord in the Spirit, rather than the flesh. To support this ministry financially, v...

Many of us have wondered what heaven is going to be like, and Scripture gives us just enough to whet our appetite! But imagine what it would be like to be taken on up to heaven, for a look around, but not being able to tell others about it. Such was the case for the apostle Paul, and we’ll hear about this experience as we turn in our Bibles to Second Corinthians chapter twelve. To support this min...

Today on Abounding Grace we’ll introduce you to a courageous woman who was willing to do whatever it took to spare the life of a baby. Even when her very own life was on the line for doing so! She trusted God rather than fear man. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Many of us woke up to find quite a number of gifts lying under the tree. And perhaps your family has already done your exchange! We have one more gift for you today, and it’s from God! It’s the gift of Jesus, and there’s no better one to receive than that one my friend. So let’s hear all about the gift that keeps giving. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/...

Merry Christmas from all of us at Abounding Grace! If you haven’t already, I’d imagine many of you will be giving and receiving a few gifts today and tomorrow. And what a joy that is. But today we want to pause and reflect on the Savior that was given by God to us as a gift. It’s the gift that keeps giving. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251...

Today we return to our study in Exodus with another stop in chapter one. Deliverance is on the way for the children of Israel, and the same can be said of you, if you find yourself in bondage today. We’ll see the way out is found in Christ and obedience to God’s Word. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Today on Abounding Grace we have the joy and honor of being able to introduce the book of Exodus to you. Exodus is an extraordinary book that catalogues the journey of God’s chosen people. The children of Israel were called by God to step away from bondage in Egypt into the freedom of His promised land! Pastor Ed Taylor will relate this to our lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: ht...

Today on Abounding Grace we notice the great sacrifice that came with being an apostle. And it’s a reminder to us of the great cost attached to ministry. Pastor Ed Taylor opens Second Corinthians eleven and if we had to sum up the latter half of the chapter in a word, it would be sacrifice! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Let’s examine ourselves to see if we’re in the faith today on Abounding Grace. We'll finish our study of Second Corinthians. It’s a good idea to examine ourselves from time to time, and we have that opportunity today with pastor Ed Taylor. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Is there someone in your life that you’re having an issue with? I think it’s safe to say, we’ve all been there. While many are quick to post their feelings on the matter on Facebook or Twitter, or type out an angry lengthy email and hit send, pastor Ed Taylor will suggest a much better approach today on Abounding Grace. And that is to go to the person directly, and take it to the Lord. Join us if...

Have you ever loved someone very deeply, poured your heart and soul into their life, and have that met with ingratitude, or not have them love you in return? It’s an all-too common experience and can be very hurtful and disheartening. You might be surprised to find out that the apostle Paul experienced this too. As we’ll see today in our study of Second Corinthians chapter twelve the more he loved...

God has called some to serve full-time in the ministry, but is it ok for them to receive a salary from the people they serve at church? And are there times when the pastor may need to pick up a job on the side to meet their financial needs? We’ll talk about that today on Abounding Grace as we near the end of our study in Second Corinthians. One thing that jumps off the page in chapter twelve is th...

You can be sure that tough times are on the calendar for each of us… even godly Christians! And at times we may wonder why we’re suffering, or why God doesn’t remove a painful trial from our lives. Today on Abounding Grace we’ll look at Paul’s experience with a thorn in the flesh. He was suffering with it for over fourteen years, and asked God repeatedly to remove it. The Lord chose not to for a v...

Many of us have put together a resume in an attempt to land a job. And we typically try to put our best foot forward, and highlight our best qualities. Today on Abounding Grace we’ll have you think about your spiritual resume! Maybe like the guy we’ll meet today, it’s not that impressive by the world’s standards. But be encouraged, God can still very much use you. To support this ministry financia...

Today, we’ll take a look at what the apostle Paul referred to as his thorn in the flesh. Still today, God gives His children thorns, and as we’ll see it’s for good reason! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

When God uses someone in your life, there can be that tendency within us to want to put them on some sort of pedestal. Because you’re thankful. Or let’s say the Lord is really using you and blessing your life… and people are thanking and praising you left and right. About that time you’re tempted to think of yourself more highly than you ought to. Today on Abounding Grace we’ll be encouraged to ad...

Many of us have wondered what heaven is going to be like, and Scripture gives us just enough to whet our appetite! But imagine what it would be like to be taken on up to heaven, for a look around, but not being able to tell others about it. Such was the case for the apostle Paul, and we’ll hear about this experience as we turn in our Bibles to Second Corinthians chapter twelve. To support this min...

Today on Abounding Grace we notice the great sacrifice that came with being an apostle. And it’s a reminder to us of the great cost attached to ministry. Pastor Ed Taylor opens Second Corinthians eleven and if we had to sum up the latter half of the chapter in a word, it would be sacrifice! As we recall the apostle Paul’s spiritual resume, you’ll quickly realize sacrifice and difficulty were a big...