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Mothers seem to have an uncanny sense for what their children need or are doing. God's attention on us is even more keen. Rev. Kristy Manion reflects on Isaiah 49:13-15 and a early motherly moment.

This year's Thanksgiving may be super different than our traditions. Finding thankfulness might have been difficult. Rev. Bob Grussing reflects on what the youth are thankful for and 1 Thessalonians 5:18 and Ephesians 5:20.

11/22/20 - Perplexing Texts - Why Is Jesus Taking So Long? by LaGrave Church

When surrounded by enemies, or pandemic, for what do we have to be grateful? Rev. Mike Hoogeboom reflects on Acts 4 and Christ as the Chief Cornerstone.

We often reach for things that will not save us. Only God can span the grace gap. Rev. Ruth Boven reflects on Isaiah 64:7-8 and the beginning of Advent.

Putting too much faith in government...a problem since 500 B.C. Dr. Larry Visser reflects on Psalm 146 and the prioritizes of the Lord's administration.

Feel like you distrust everything? Feel a sense of communal disconnect? There is a reason. Rev. Peter Jonker reflects on Shalom, loving truth and the 9th Commandment.

We sometimes run into obstacles to our faith. The story of the Canaanite Woman presents 4 obstacles, one of which is the church. Rev. Peter Jonker continues our 4-part sermon series on texts that have us wonder why they're in Scripture. The Scripture passage is Matthew 15:21-28.

How long was Noah's family in the ark? Not 40 days. Rev. Kristy Manion reflects on Genesis 6-8 and the process happening during the flood.

Ever wonder what heaven is like? Is it a place of utter perfection? Rev. Peter Jonker continues our 4-part sermon series on texts that make us scratch our heads. The Scripture passage is 2 Corinthians 5:1-10.

What do you ask God for? Are you like Solomon? The Disciples? Rev. Bob Grussing reflects on 1 Kings 3:5-12 and things he asks God for.

Steering the boat may not be an option. Maybe we are only able to keep it floating. The LaGrave Ministers give a devotion about how they are keeping our "ark" afloat.

Does the Bible hint at the existence of zombies? Or is there more to this text in Matthew? Rev. Ruth Boven starts of a 4-part sermon series on texts that beg more questions than give answers. The Scripture passage is Matthew 27:50-53.

Hymns can reflect the grandeur of God and at the same time, God's immediate presence. This hymn really reminds us of how close God is every moment. Dr. Larry Visser reflects on "Just a Closer Walk with Thee" arranged by Carlton R. Young.

Our joys, the small pleasures of our lives, bring God glory and anticipate heaven. Rev. Peter Jonker brings you cutting room floor material from Sunday's sermon as he reflects on 1 Peter 5.

Do you spend much time thinking about heaven and Christ's return? Is there danger in focusing on heavenly things? Rev. Peter Jonker concludes our Fall Sermon Series. The Scripture passages are 1 Peter 5:8-14.

When will it change? When will it end? We want to know when "normal" will return. But what does Jesus say about the future? Rev. Kristy Manion reflects on Matthew 24:36.

We are often fans of Jesus and end up needing to DTR with Him. What would your life look like if you were a follower, not a fan? Rev. Bob Grussing reflects on "Not a Fan" by Kyle Idleman and Luke 9:23.

We sometimes want to heap burning coals on the head of our "enemies" and change their behavior. But what if Paul is talking about a change in us? Rev. Mike Hoogeboom reflects on good reactions and Romans 12:20.

We hear about 3 different states of alertness and that we are to keep our emotions balanced. We continue our Fall Sermon Series with Rev. Peter Jonker. The Scripture passages are 1 Peter 1:13, 4:7-8, 5:8-9.

Waiting can be hard, for many reasons. However, a period of waiting can offer growth and signs from God. Rev. Ruth Boven reflects on a glowing backyard and Isaiah 40:10.

Hymns bring us comfort, it is one of their greatest blessings. And that comfort is deeply felt as Dr. Larry Visser reflects on "Precious Lord, Take My Hand" by Rev. Thomas A. Dorsey.

With Scott Sharda's funeral just a couple days ago, Rev. Peter Jonker reflects on John 20:30-31, Scott's testimony last year, and miracles.

What is the source of humility? It comes from the dead things of our head, hearts, and hands. Our Fall Sermon Series continues as Rev. Peter Jonker unfolds Christian behaviors in 1 Peter. The Scripture passages are 1 Peter 3:3, 5:5-7.

Ever thought it weird that Christ says tomorrow has enough troubles? Maybe He is saying that we have enough going on today alone. Rev. Kristy Manion reflects on the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 6:25-34.