Advent
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Advent is a reminder of allegiance. Only one kingdom matters. Other kingdoms, even the kingdom we like and think is pretty darn great, will fall. Read more
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Advent reading over the years has deepened my thinking about the Second Coming than any Hal Lindsey or Tim LaHaye book… or all of them combined. Those Thief in the Night or Left Behind movies can’t deepen my sense of anticipation for the Second Coming like steady doses of Advent reading year after year. Read more
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See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name. — Rev. 3:8, NIV Read more
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The Sunday we announced our resignation as pastors of Heights Church, the Lord had me share from Acts 16 when Paul came to Troas. He had been trying to get into new territory to preach the gospel and a couple of times the Spirit kept him from heading in particular directions. Finally, he came to… Read more
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When there is evil in the world, there is a tendency as 21st Century Americans that it is somehow our duty to get rid of it. All of it. Right now. Read more
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The challenge of American Christianity is abundance. We have to fake issues to “feel” oppressed and somehow that motivates us to follow Christ. Our challenge is our abundance. The first sign of something that doesn’t agree with our personal theology, and we give up on God. Read more
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Our God is in heaven; he does whatever pleases him. (Ps. 115:3, NIV) Read more
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This may be one of those rare times you get to read Jude. In this Advent reading, there were two days of reading Jude. It can actually be done in 10 minutes or less. Read more
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Advent is a time of examination. It is to remember the first coming of Christ. It is to anticipate the Second Coming of Christ. This is a season to reflect and prepare. Read more
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