Week 1 - The Value of Wisdom (Proverbs 3:13-15) There’s a quote which says, “Wisdom shines brighter than gold, offering a treasure that enriches the heart and lasts forever." Today’s world values wealth above all else, telling us that money is the key to happiness. Or that riches can buy us everything we desire. Yet… Continue reading September 2nd – Proverbs 3:13-15
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July 20th – Matthew 6:19-20
Matthew 6:19-20 We live in a world swimming with debt. And because society urges us to accumulate material treasures, to strive for wealth, status, and possessions, many people live beyond their means. All with the intent of, “keeping up with the Jones’.” But Matthew tells us otherwise. He says as Christians we are called to… Continue reading July 20th – Matthew 6:19-20
November 12th – 1 Peter 1:6-7
1 Peter 1:6-7 An Indian guru once said, “The stones of a river start out rough, but with the current continually bumping and polishing them, they end up being beautiful.” I couldn’t think of a more perfect description of the Christian life. Each of us are as river stones. Rough and jagged around the edges,… Continue reading November 12th – 1 Peter 1:6-7
January 22nd – Matthew 19:24
Matthew 19:24 Some Biblical scholars believe there was an actual gate in Damascus called “The Eye Of The Needle” During the day the main gates to the city were left open. But at night, when the gates closed, the only way to enter was through a small side gate. This small “Eye Of The Needle… Continue reading January 22nd – Matthew 19:24
August 18th – 1 Peter 1:7
1 Peter 1:7 I’ve heard it said that joy and sorrow and are like day and night. Meaning we can’t appreciate the beauty of the sunrise, without ever having experienced the darkness of the sunset. And so it is with our relationship with God. As His children we love the favor and blessings He bestows… Continue reading August 18th – 1 Peter 1:7
