Pearls From Peace

Nothing really matters when life is lived apart from God. But a life lived with God makes everything meaningful and valuable.

Solomon is considered one of the wisest men who ever lived. Before picking out his casket he wrote one of the most brutally honest, painfully helpful books ever written on life.

I can’t get no satisfaction! That’s so true, from our stuff! But why? Solomon would know. He had everything! Yet none of it satisfied. Do the math. Everything - God = Nothing. Or Nothing + God = everything. Sunday Morning Bible Study with Pastor Brad.

As the Christ child is born in Bethlehem and placed in the manger, the mighty dragon waits to devour Him.

The greatest gift at Christmas is Jesus. The second greatest gift at Christmas, might just be forgiveness. - Christmas Eve Service

During the Sunday School Christmas Service there were six short messages shared to expand on the children's program.

What does this world need more than anything? Think about it. Now let’s see what God will provide.

In this first week of Advent, we focus on Hope. In the context of Hope, we will also look at commitment, and covenant, and promise and see how they have been realized for us in Christ, and how they are connected to other relationships.

God give us prophecies concerning the last times not to scare us but to warn us that there will be things that come that will challenge our faith. There will be a rebellion against God’s law. God has given us the truth so we can stand firm and faithful.

It really matters what you believe, what you put your faith in. The Bible articulates very clearly who Jesus is and what He has done. Thank You God for the words. Yet, we also thank God for the person of Jesus Christ, Himself.

We keep our heads up, eyes focused on the cross, and in this we can see the redemption Christ won for us.

As Martin Luther did 500 years ago, we stand on the Word of God that we are saved by grace alone, through faith alone, because of Christ alone.

All Saints' Day reminds us of those who have gone before us in the faith. All Saints' Day also reminds us that we who believe in Christ are also counted as saints.

Jesus teaches us not to give up when we pray, but be persistent and patient. God talks to us in His Word. We talk to God in prayer. Let’s review a little bit about what our conversation with our Heavenly Father looks like and does.

As we celebrate Thanksgiving, we can be thankful for the kinsman redeemer that came into Ruth's life, which ultimately led to Christ our Redeemer coming into ours.

As you read the Parable of the Lost Sheep, do you see yourself as the shepherd, the lost sheep, or the 99 sheep who are not lost?

A brief recap on the National Youth Gathering Sunday, as we spoke with those who were in attendance about what they learned.

God is at work in the world preparing people’s hearts to believe in Him and His Son Jesus Christ for the salvation of their souls. They just need someone who knows and loves Jesus to come an speak to them about His love. Who will that be? This is the mission of the Church.

Jesus uses this parable to teach us to use our wealth wisely. One way to do that is by being generous to, and making friends with, those in need especially those who do not yet believe, in the hope that we will see them in heaven.

Salvation is something God does for you. Discipleship is something you do with God. Salvation occurs in a moment. Discipleship takes a lifetime. Our relationship with Jesus is in a category above all other relationships. No matter how difficult following Jesus may get, do not quit. He will see us through to the end.

What are your biggest fears in life? What are you most afraid of? And is it possible for us to be set free from fear?

Life is hard. The struggle is real. It's a good thing we have God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit who make it all better.

Sometimes when people get really passionate about something there is usually conflict not far behind. Jesus speaks passionately and urgently about His mission and warns His followers that as they too share that passion and urgency they will experience opposition. How do we maintain a passion and urgency for the Gospel?

What do you do and where do you go in time of worry, fear, anxiety, and doubt?

The things we put our time, effort, and even money into, are the things that we treasure the most, but can also be the things that become our master. Who is your master?