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This passage wraps up John's introduction to his Gospel, a biography of Jesus' person and work. John the Baptist testifies to the truth and glory of Jesus, who brings grace on top of the grace of the law of Moses. Please visit our Website to learn more about Fairlea Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

2 Corinthians 9:6-15 "God's Indescribable Gift" In 2 Corinthians 8:1, Paul began a call to the Corinthian Church to collect funds to help the Jerusalem Church. Here, he completes this call by exhorting them to generosity. God has provided all we need so that we can be generous. More importantly, God has given us the inexpressible gift of salvation through Jesus. Visit our Website to...

What does it mean that Jesus took on flesh and dwelt among us? And does it matter? This devotion examines the incarnation of Jesus and how it fulfills God's promises to save humanity from sin. Please visit our Website to learn more about Fairlea Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

This passage is the thematic center of John's prologue. In this center, he tells us that some have rejected the Word and others have believed, becoming God's children. Please join us for worship on Sunday mornings at 11:00. Visit our Website for more information about Fairlea Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

Luke 2:15-20 "What's Your Response?" Josh McDowell wrote a book called Evidence that Demands a Verdict . The Good News that God saves sinners is a message that demands a response. The shepherds respond to the angelic message with obedience. Mary responds with pondering, and the citizens of Bethlehem respond with amazement. How will you respond? Please visit our Website for more infor...

John continues the introduction to his Gospel by teaching us that Jesus is life and light. Visit our Website to learn more about Fairlea Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

John 1:1-2 In the opening to John's Gospel, he introduces us to the second person of the Trinity. Please visit our Website to learn more about Fairlea Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

Luke 2:36-38 "Waiting for the Redemption" Simeon was not the only one waiting for the Messiah. While Simeon is prophesying over the baby Jesus, Anna approaches. Anna has been a widow for a long time. She has spent that time dependent upon God. She shows her dependence by waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem and telling others about God's promised Messiah. Please visit our Website...

John wraps up his letter to Gaius with a joyful desire to see him face-to-face. We should have a joyful expectation to gather with our friends-in-Jesus every opportunity we get. Visit our Website for more information on Fairlea Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

3 John 9-12 John warns Gaius to watch out for Diotrephes and calls on him to welcome Demetrius. In this, John gives Gaius more ways to identify false teachers. Please visit our Website for more information on Fairlea Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

Luke 2:21-35 "The Consolation of Israel" This sermon looks at Simeon and the Consolation of Israel. Simeon is waiting; he is waiting for the "consolation of Israel." The Holy Spirit has told him that his waiting will be rewarded at the Temple. It is at the Temple that he meets Joseph, Mary, & the baby Jesus. And Jesus is the long-awaited Consolation of Israel. Simeon shows...

3 John 5-8 John continues to commend Gaius for his hospitality and encourages him to continue supporting them in a manner worthy of God. Please visit our Website to learn more about Fairlea Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

3 John 1-4 3 John is different from the other two. This letter is written to an individual and not a church. John expresses his affection for Gaius and commends Gaius for walking in the truth. Visit our Website for more information on Fairlea Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

Judges 12:8-15 "The Importance of Nobodies" Ibzan, Elon, & Abdon are not names that we normally have on the tips of our tongues. However, they were important to the preservation of Israel in the times of the Judges. Each one points us to truths about Jesus and the church. Especially that the "also-rans" are just as important to the growth of the church as the "stars.&q...

2 John 12-13 John concludes this letter to the church. He expresses his desire to teach more, but the joy he will have when he meets them face-to-face. Rev. Hughes points out John's love for the church and the joy he feels when they fellowship. Rev. Hughes wraps up with a summary of John's teaching in this letter and some applications. Please visit our Website to learn more about Fairlea A...

John continues his teaching to support the church. He calls out and helps identify false teachings. He gives warnings to people in the church. John continues his exhortations by telling the people to avoid giving false teachers a platform. Please visit our Website to learn more about Fairlea Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

Judges 10:17-12:7 "Negotiating Goes Too Far" Israel needs to be rescued from the Ammonites, but God has left them on their own. Enter Jephthah. Jephthah is a man with skills. He is a skilled warrior and a skilled negotiator. But his negotiation skills get him in trouble as he tries to negotiate with God for an outcome that God has already secured. Please visit our Website for more inform...

2 John 4-6 John continues his letter to the church. He commends the church for its love and points out that this love is in accordance with the commandments to love God and love neighbor. Visit our Website to learn more about Fairlea Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.

2 John 1-3 This devotion focuses on John's greeting to the church, the "elect lady and her children." John affirms his love for the church, a love which is rooted in the truth. This truth abides in each believer and leads them to love each other. John greets them with the grace, mercy, and peace of God the Father and God the Son. Please visit our Website to learn more about Fairlea A...

Judges 10:1-16 "A Repentance Problem" After the two judges, Tola and Jair, Israel once again begins to chase after false gods. After 18 years of oppression by the Ammonites and the Philistines, they cry out to God. And this chapter has the most details of any of these instances of crying out. On the surface, Israel seems repentant. But there is a problem. God is not pleased with their re...

We are going to begin something new. On Tuesdays and Fridays, Rev. Hughes will upload a devotion. We will focus on John's letters to the churches. These letters are found in 1, 2, & 3 John. In this episode, Rev. Hughes explains who wrote these letters, what the occasion was for writing the letters, and John's purpose in writing the letters. Please visit Our Website for more information...

Judges 9:1-21 "Abimelech & the Trees" What happens when Abimelech's ambition gets out of hand, and he acts more like a Canaanite oppressor than God's king? Jotham's fable declares that Shechem and Abimelech will be God's instruments of judgment. But the judgment will fall on them, not on the enemies of God's people. This chapter reminds us that God's grace is...

Galatians 3:1-14 "Faith and Righteousness" On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther nailed 95 statements or "theses" to the door of the church of Wittenberg, Germany. These were meant to start a discussion on forgiveness and authority, but they sparked a reformation. On what is our righteousness based? Is it based on our ability to keep the Law well enough, or is it based on the work...

Judges 8:22-35 "Missed Opportunities" After Gideon comes home victorious, Israel asks him to be their king. His answer is correct: "The Lord will rule over you." However, Gideon goes and acts like a king. He establishes a capital city and gathers a royal treasury. He goes so far as to name his son "My Father Is King." In this, Gideon misses several opportunities: He f...

Judges 7:24-8:21 "Gideon's Failures" Gideon begins well. He has gathered the army of 300 that God set apart and defeated the Midianites. He chases them out of the Promised Land. The Tribe of Ephraim captures and executes the two generals. But Ephraim is insulted that Gideon did not call them at the beginning of the battle. Gideon handles Ephraim with diplomacy and respect. However, G...