Monthly Archives: August 2024

The Lord is my Shepherd- 3

You prepare a table before me    in the presence of my enemies.You anoint my head with oil;    my cup overflows.Surely your goodness and love will follow me    all the days of my life,and I will dwell in the house of the Lord    forever. Psalm 23:5-6 Speaking directly to … Continue reading

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Sunday Sermon Notes: August 25, 2024

Ecclesiastes 3: 16-22 Our most excellent adventure now examines the state of judgment both here on earth, and in heaven. Before we look at the text, I would be remiss if I didn’t remind you that we are still within … Continue reading

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The Lord is my Shepherd- 2

Even though I walk    through the darkest valley,I will fear no evil,    for you are with me;your rod and your staff,    they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 The Lord is my shepherd; He leads us, He provides for us, He protects us… Even so, … Continue reading

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Saturday Farmers’ Market

Have you ever gone to a Farmers’ market on a Saturday morning?  It’s amazing how many people are up early to get out into the fresh air and buy fresh, local produce.  I went to one in Alexandria , VA … Continue reading

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God’s Sacred Children

“You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment. Again, … Continue reading

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The Lord is my Shepherd

The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures,he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul.He guides me along the right paths    for his name’s sake. Psalm 23:1-3 With these three verses, we begin one of the most … Continue reading

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Jesus and the Law

Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the … Continue reading

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The Beatitudes, Part 4

Blessed are the peacemakers,    for they will be called children of God. Matthew 5:9 We have already seen that as Jesus went forth proclaiming the Kingdom, that healing, and restoration of wholeness followed in His wake, for the restoration of wholeness, … Continue reading

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Fields, Dreams… and Joshua Trees

Most people, when they think of California, think of beaches, palm trees, famous bays, movie stars and glamor, and California has all of those things, but it also has a great deal more… desert for example.  90 miles from downtown … Continue reading

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