The Promise of Peace
"His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6, ESV...
Unshakable Kingdom
Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken. Hebrews 12:28, ESV...
King Jesus Restores Creation
Even the wilderness and desert will be glad in those days. The wasteland will rejoice and blossom with spring… Isaiah 35:1, ESV...
King Jesus Provides Meaningful Work and Reward Programs
“Idle hands are the devil’s workshop.” Proverbs 16:27, TLB...
King Jesus Will Bring Peace and Prosperity
He shall judge between the nations, and shall decide disputes for many peoples; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war anymore. Isaiah 2:4, ESV...
Biblical Support for a Millennium Kingdom
Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:10, ESV...
What Is The Millennial Kingdom?
Let the sea roar, and all that fills it; the world and those who dwell in it! Let the rivers clap their hands; let the hills sing for joy together. Psalm 98:7...
Thanos, Jesus and the Fury of His Wrath
From his mouth comes a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations, and he will rule them with a rod of iron. He will tread the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God the Almighty. Revelation 19:15, ESV...
The Armies of Heaven
And the armies of heaven, arrayed in fine linen, white and pure, were following him on white horses. Revelation 19:14, ESV...
The King on His War Horse
Then I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse! The one sitting on it is called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he judges and makes war. His eyes are like a flame of fire, and on his head are many diadems, and he has a name written that no one knows but himself. He is clothed in a robe dipped in blood, and the name by which he is called is The Word of God. Revelation 19:11-13, ESV...
The Battle of Armageddon
And they assembled them at the place that in Hebrew is called Armageddon. Revelation 16:16, ESV...
The Second Coming In The Bible
Behold, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him, even those who pierced him, and all tribes of the earth will wail on account of him. Even so. Amen. Revelation 1:7, ESV...
The Return of Christ Is Not The Rapture
For as the lightning comes from the east and shines as far as the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. Matthew 24:27 ESV...
The Greatest Comeback
Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.” Acts 1:11, ESV...
The Antichrist Will Be A Controlling Leader
And the ten horns that you saw are ten kings who have not yet received royal power, but they are to receive authority as kings for one hour, together with the beast. These are of one mind, and they hand over their power and authority to the beast Revelation 17:12...
The Antichrist Will Be A Cruel Leader
He shall speak words against the Most High, and shall wear out the saints of the Most High. Daniel 7:25, ESV...
The Antichrist Will Be A Clever Leader
I considered the horns, and behold, there came up among them another horn, a little one, before which three of the first horns were plucked up by the roots. And behold, in this horn were eyes like the eyes of a man, and a mouth speaking great things. Daniel 7:8, ESV...
The Antichrist Will Be A Charismatic Leader
I considered the horns, and behold, there came up among them another horn, a little one, before which three of the first horns were plucked up by the roots. And behold, in this horn were eyes like the eyes of a man, and a mouth speaking great things. Daniel 7:8, ESV...
The Antichrist in Culture and Christianity
Children, it is the last hour, and as you have heard that antichrist is coming, so now many antichrists have come. Therefore we know that it is the last hour. 1 John 2:18, ESV...
The Pale Horse
I looked, and behold, a pale horse! And its rider’s name was Death, and Hades followed him. And they were given authority over a fourth of the earth, to kill with sword and with famine and with pestilence and by wild beasts of the earth. Revelation 6:8, ESV...
The Black Horse
I looked, and behold, a black horse! And its rider had a pair of scales in his hand. 6 And I heard what seemed to be a voice in the midst of the four living creatures, saying, “A quart of wheat for a denarius, and three quarts of barley for a denarius... Revelation 6:5...
The Red Horse
And out came another horse, bright red. Its rider was permitted to take peace from the earth, so that people should slay one another, and he was given a great sword. Revelation 6:4, ESV...
The White Horse
I looked, and behold, a white horse! And its rider had a bow, and a crown was given to him, and he came out conquering, and to conquer. Revelation 6:2, ESV...
What’s The Purpose of the Tribulation?
I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” John 16:33, ESV...
The Coming Great Tribulation
For then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been from the beginning of the world until now, no, and never will be. Matthew 24:21, ESV...
The Crown of Glory
Shepherd the flock of God that is among you, exercising oversight, not under compulsion, but willingly, as God would have you; not for shameful gain, but eagerly; not domineering over those in your charge, but being examples to the flock And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory 1 Peter 5:2-4, ESV...
The Crown of Righteousness
Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the LORD, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day...
The Crown of Imperishability
Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it. Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable. 1 Corinthians 9:24...
The Crown of Life
Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12, ESV...
The Crown of Boasting
For what is our hope or joy or crown of boasting before our Lord Jesus at his coming? Is it not you? For you are our glory and joy. 1 Thessalonians 2:19...
The Jesus Awards Ceremony
And without faith, it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him. Hebrews 11:6, ESV ...
The Judgement Seat of Christ
For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil. 2 Corinthians 5:10, ESV...
7 Raptures in the Bible - Part B
And when he had said these things, as they were looking on, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight Acts 1:9...
7 Raptures in the Bible - Part A
Enoch walked with God, and he was not, for God took him Genesis 5:24...
The Rapture and its Differences from the Return of Christ
Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord. I Thessalonians 4:17...
Some Will Be Left Behind
Then two men will be in the field; one will be taken and one left. Two women will be grinding at the mill; one will be taken and one left. Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming Matthew 24:40...
Good News About The Rapture
But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep. For this we declare to you by a word from the Lord, that we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will not precede those who have fallen asleep. For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord. Therefore encourage one another with these words. 1 Thessalonians 4:13...
In The Twinkling of An Eye
In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised imperishable, and we shall be changed. 1 Corinthians 15:52, ESV...
Jesus Is Coming To Pick You Up!
Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. John 14:3, ESV...
Five Signs of the Times | #5 A Great Apostasy
Now concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our being gathered together to him, we ask you, brothers, not to be quickly shaken in mind or alarmed, either by a spirit or a spoken word, or a letter seeming to be from us to the effect that the day of the Lord has come. Let no one deceive you in any way. For that day will not come, unless the rebellion comes first… 2 Thessalonians 2:1...
Five Signs of the Times | #4 The Rise of Globalization
No one can buy or sell unless he has the mark. Revelation 13:17, ESV...
Five Signs of the Times | #3 Peace in the East
Now the Lord said to Abram… “I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you and make your name great so that you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you…” Genesis 12:1-3, ESV...
Five Signs of the Times | #2 The 10G Alliance
As for the ten horns, out of this kingdom ten kings shall arise Daniel 7:24, ESV...
Five Signs of the Times | #1 The Regathering of Jewish People
For behold, days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will restore the fortunes of my people, Israel and Judah, says the Lord, and I will bring them back to the land that I gave to their fathers, and they shall take possession of it.” Jeremiah 30:3, ESV...
How To Interpret the Signs of the Times
“Tell us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?” Matthew 24:3, ESV...
Signs of the Times
And the Pharisees and Sadducees came, and to test him they asked him to show them a sign from heaven. 2 He answered them, “When it is evening, you say, ‘It will be fair weather, for the sky is red.’ 3 And in the morning, ‘It will be stormy today, for the sky is red and threatening.’ You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times. Matthew 16:1...
Prophecy? It’s All About Jesus!
“For the essence of prophecy is to give a clear witness to Jesus.” Revelation 19:10, NLT...
Prophesy Is About Blessing, Not Stressing
Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. Revelation 1:3, ESV...
If You Love the Bible… You Will Love Prophecy!
Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. Revelation 1:3, ESV...
The Real Prophets and the Fake Phonies
Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit you will recognize them. Matthew 7:15-16, NIV...
Longing to Know About Future Things
But in these last days, he has spoken to us by his Son… Hebrews 1:12, ESV...
How to Deal with Difficult People
"And the Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome but kind to everyone…" 1 Timothy 2:24, ESV...
God Makes Jonah Study His Anger
And the Lord said, “Do you do well to be angry?” Jonah 4:4, ESV...
Jonah Spewed His Anger
“for I knew that you are a gracious God and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love, and relenting from disaster. Therefore now, O Lord, please take my life from me, for it is better for me to die than to live.” Jonah 4:2-3, ESV...
Jonah Stuffed His Anger
But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he was angry. And he prayed to the Lord and said, “O Lord, is not this what I said when I was yet in my country? That is why I made haste to flee to Tarshish. Jonah 4:1-2, ESV...
You Have a Message to Share
Then the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying, "Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it the message that I tell you." Jonah 3:1-2, ESV...
Dare to Share (Part 2)
Jonah began to go into the city, going a day's journey. And he called out, "Yet forty days, and Nineveh shall be overthrown! Jonah 3:4, ESV...
Dare to Share
Jonah began to go into the city, going a day's journey. And he called out, "Yet forty days, and Nineveh shall be overthrown! Jonah 3:4, ESV...
Go Where No One Else Will Go
"Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city…" Jonah 3:2, ESV...
Get Unstuck
Then the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying, “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it the message that I tell you.” So Jonah arose and went to Nineveh, according to the word of the Lord. Jonah 3:2-3, ESV...
3 Keys to Jonah’s Prayers in Quarantine
Then Jonah prayed to the Lord his God from the belly of the fish… Jonah 2:1, ESV...
An Honest Prayer in Jonah’s Quarantine
Then Jonah prayed to the Lord his God from the belly of the fish, 2 saying, “I called out to the Lord, out of my distress, and he answered me; out of the belly of Sheol I cried, and you heard my voice...” Jonah 2:1...
When Cast Away or Quarantined, Don’t Forget God…
So they took up Jonah, and cast him forth into the sea…. Jonah 1:15, KJV...
Solo Prayers of Jesus, Jonah, and Yourself
Then Jonah prayed to the Lord his God from the belly of the fish. Jonah 2:1, ESV...
The Castaway Is Inside the Belly of a Whale? Really?
Then Jonah prayed to the Lord his God from the belly of the fish. Jonah 2:1, ESV ...
The Salvation in The Storms
Then the men feared the Lord exceedingly, and they offered a sacrifice to the Lord and made vows. Jonah 1:16, ESV...
God’s Storm Intervention
But the Lord hurled a great wind upon the sea, and there was a mighty tempest on the sea, so that the ship threatened to break up. Jonah 1:4, ESV...
How to Spot the Storm Makers
Then they said to him, “Tell us on whose account this evil has come upon us. What is your occupation? And where do you come from? What is your country? And of what people are you?” Jonah 1:8, ESV...
Self-Created Storms
Then they said to him, “Tell us on whose account this evil has come upon us.” Jonah 1:8, ESV...
Lessons from the Life of Jonah
But the Lord hurled a great wind upon the sea, and there was a mighty tempest on the sea, so that the ship threatened to break up. Then the mariners were afraid, and each cried out to his god. And they hurled the cargo that was in the ship into the sea to lighten it for them. But Jonah had gone down into the inner part of the ship and had lain down and was fast asleep. So the captain came and said to him, “What do you mean, you sleeper? Arise, call out to your god! Perhaps the god will give a thought to us, that we may not perish.” Jonah 1:4...
Disobedience Pulls You Down
Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord. He went down to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish. So he paid the fare and went down into it, to go with them to Tarshish, away from the presence of the Lord. Jonah 1:3, ESV...
Obedience Calls You Up
Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, “Arise...” Jonah 1:1-2a...
Why We All Run from God
Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it, for their evil has come up before me.” But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord. He went down to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish. So he paid the fare and went down into it, to go with them to Tarshish, away from the presence of the Lord. Jonah 1:1-3, ESV...
The Runaway and a Whale of a Tale
Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it, for their evil has come up before me.” But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord. Jonah 1:1-3, ESV...
Power Made Perfect In Weakness
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:8, ESV...
Transform My Mess Into A Ministry
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God." 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, ESV....
Look Past The Pain and See His Promise
"For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison As we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal." 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, ESV...
God Uses Pressure to Produce Godliness
"We rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope." Romans 5:3-4, ESV...
God Will Bend You. He Won't Break You.
"We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed." 2 Corinthians 4:8...
Why Address The Black Lives Matter Movement?
As a Pastor of a church and Father, I feel need to address the Movement, I will share a story to help you understand, and ask that you read the daily posts throughout the week to get the rest of my message....
How Does Sin Impact Being Made in God’s Image?
The good news is that we still reflect God's image despite sin....
Who’s Responsible for Creation?
And God blessed them. And God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it, and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth.” Genesis 1:28, ESV...
Remember Whom You Represent
Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.” Genesis 1:26...
How Do We Resemble God?
Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness...” So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. Genesis 1:26a-27, ESV...
Where Do We Come From?
For in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them. Exodus 20:11, ESV...
Think Before You Post
And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works... Hebrews 10:24, ESV...
Learn More
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect Romans 12:2, ESV...
Talk Less, Listen More.
My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak. James 1:19, NIV...
Change Continually
Repent, therefore, and turn back, that your sins may be blotted out, that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord. Acts 3:19...
You Talking To Me?
“Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint and dill and cumin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness. These you ought to have done, without neglecting the others.” Matthew 23:23, ESV...
We Overcome Temptation Better Together
But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. James 1:14, ESV...
We Get Through Tough Times Better Together
Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2...
We Better Understand Ourselves When We Are Together
Listen to advice and accept instruction, that you may gain wisdom in the future. Proverbs 19:20, ESV...
We Bear Witness of Jesus and His Church Better Together
How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity! Psalms 133:1, NIV...
The Danger of Division
I appeal to you, dear brothers and sisters, by the authority of our Lord Jesus Christ, to live in harmony with each other. Let there be no divisions in the church. Rather, be of one mind, united in thought and purpose. ...
Communication and Prayer
“...Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints.” Ephesians 6:18...
The Mind and the Word of God
“...Take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” Ephesians 6:17 ...
The Shield of Faith
“In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one.” Ephesians 6:16...
The Gospel of Peace
“...As shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.” Ephesians 6:15...
Stand Strong in Truth and Righteousness
"Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness..." Ephesians 6:13-14...
A Dumb Idea to Downplay the Devil
For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Ephesians 6:12...
The Devil and His Schemes
Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. Ephesians 6:11...
Disbelief In the Devil?
Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. Ephesians 6:11...
Rely On God’s Power
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Ephesians 6:10...
No Small Disturbance | The Back Story to the Church in Ephesus
Acts 19:23 About that time there arose no little disturbance concerning the Way....
Work Before an Audience of One
Ephesians 6:7 ...Rendering service with a good will as to the Lord and not to man......
Put Your Heart into It
Ephesians 6:5 Bondservants, obey your earthly masters with fear and trembling, with a sincere heart, as you would Christ....
What Does the Bible Have to Say about Slavery?
Ephesians 6:5-9, ESV Bondservants, obey your earthly masters with fear and trembling, with a sincere heart, as you would Christ, not by the way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but as bondservants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart, rendering service with a good will as to the Lord and not to man, knowing that whatever good anyone does, this he will receive back from the Lord, whether he is a bondservant or is free. Masters, do the same to them, and stop your threatening, knowing that he who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and that there is no partiality with him....
Navajo Brothers and Sisters in Need
During this difficult COVID-19 Season, one specific area within our state and country that has particularly been hit hard is the Navajo Nation. There has been a high number of infections in the area, as well as shortages in food and supply. We have been able to get connected with a local church within the Navajo Community. ...
A Prayer Guide for Those Affected by COVID-19
As Christians, we turn to God in times of fear and uncertainty as we do in times of joy and celebration. Please join us as we pray for God’s heart of love, mercy, and truth to dwell in us and show us how to face the challenges posed by the new coronavirus....
Jesus chose and appointed his disciples to GO
John 15:16, ESV You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit should abide…...
Jesus says we are friends if….
John 15:14, ESV You are my friends if you do what I command you....
The Greatest Sacrifice
Romans 5:7-8, ESV For one will scarcely die for a righteous person...
Parenting Myth #5: Good parents treat their kids equally.
Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6, ESV...
Parenting Myth #4: Good beginnings lead to happy endings.
But I have this against you, that you have abandoned the love you had at first. Revelation 2:4, ESV...
Parenting Myth #3: Godly parenting guarantees godly kids.
Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6, ESV...
Parenting Myth #2: Good parents develop peak performers!
Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. Ephesians 6:4, ESV...
Parenting Myth #1: Good parents don’t reveal their mistakes.
For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23, ESV ...
Prayer Guide for The Many Kinds of Mothers
"First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people." I Timothy 2:1, ESV...
The Mix of Emotions Around Mother’s Day
“Honor your father and mother” Ephesians 6:2...
Listening to Your Mom Could Make You Famous!
Intelligent children listen to their parents; foolish children do their own thing. Proverbs 13:1, Message...
Jesus Obeyed His Mom
“And he went down with them and came to Nazareth and was submissive to them. And his mother treasured up all these things in her heart.” Luke 2:51, ESV...
God Used Them To Make You!
“Honor your father and mother” this is the first commandment with a promise. Ephesians 6:2, ESV...
Daily Devo - A Gospel Marriage - Day 5
“Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.” Ephesians 5:31...
Daily Devo - A Gospel Marriage - Day 4
This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church. However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband. Ephesians 5:32-33...
Daily Devo - A Gospel Marriage - Day 2
However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband. Ephesians 5:33...
Daily Devo - A Gospel Marriage - Day 1
Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you. Ephesians 4:32...
Daily Devo - A Respectful Wife - Day 5
His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence. 2 Peter 1:3...
Daily Devo - A Respectful Wife - Day 4
To the woman he said, “I will surely multiply your pain in childbearing; in pain you shall bring forth children. Your desire shall be contrary to your husband, but he shall rule over you.” Genesis 3:16...
Daily Devo - A Respectful Wife - Day 3
However, each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband. Ephesians 5:33, ESV...
Daily Devo - A Respectful Wife - Day 2
Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives, when they see your respectful and pure conduct. 1 Peter 3:1-2...
Daily Devo - A Respectful Wife - Day 1
Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife even as Christ is the head of the church, his body, and is himself its Savior. Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit in everything to their husbands. Ephesians 5:22...
Daily Devo - A Loving Husband - Day 6
But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever. 1 Timothy 5:8, ESV...
Daily Devo - A Loving Husband - Day 5
But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever. 1 Timothy 5:8, ESV...
Daily Devo - A Loving Husband - Day 4
But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever. 1 Timothy 5:8, ESV...
Daily Devo - A Loving Husband - Day 3
“For the LORD sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the LORD looks on the heart.” ...
Daily Devo - A Loving Husband - Day 2
Then the Lord God said, “It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him.” Genesis 2:18, ESV...
Daily Devo - A Loving Husband - Day 1
For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Ephesians 6:12, ESV...
Daily Devo - Jesus Offers Real Life - Day 3
“But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.” John 20:31, ESV...
Daily Devo - Jesus Offers Real Life - Day 2
He said to them, “Because of your little faith. For truly, I say to you, if you have faith like a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you.” Matthew 17:20, ESV...
Daily Devo - Jesus Offers Real Life - Day 1
“After this Jesus revealed himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tiberias...” John 21:1, ESV...
Daily Devo - More Spirit and Less Stress - Day 5
“...Be filled with the Spirit, 19 addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with your heart, 20 giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, 21 submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ.” Ephesians 5:18b-21, ESV...
Daily Devo - More Spirit and Less Stress - Day 4
“If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit.” Galatians 5:25, ESV...
Daily Devo - More Spirit and Less Stress - Day 3
“And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.” Ephesians 4:30, ESV...
Daily Devo - More Spirit and Less Stress - Day 2
“And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit...” Ephesians 5:18, ESV...
Daily Devo - More Spirit and Less Stress - Day 1
“And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit.” Ephesians 5:18, ESV...
Daily Devo - Living Wise in Crazy Times, Day #5
But since you excel in everything - in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in the love we have kindled in you - see that you also excel in this grace of giving. 2 Corinthians 8:7, NIV ...
Daily Devo - Living Wise in Crazy Times, Day #4
As a kid you may have prayed the classic children’s bed time prayer so many of us learned: “Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep. If I should die before I 'wake, I pray the Lord my soul to take.” Prayers like these aren’t necessarily bad; it’s just that God isn’t asking for us to memorize a phrase to repeat. Rather he wants us to come to him as child would come to his/her loving parent....
Daily Devo - Living Wise in Crazy Times, Day #3
May God be gracious to us and bless us and may his face shine upon us… Psalm 67:1 ...
Daily Devo - Living Wise in Crazy Times, Day #2
“So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.” Galatians 6:10, ESV ...
Daily Devo - Living Wise in Crazy Times, Day #1
“ Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise.” Ephesians 5:15, ESV ...
Devotional #5 - RISE AND SHINE
In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father. Matthew 5:16, ESV...
Devotional #2 - DO WHAT’S GOOD, RIGHT, OR TRUE
For the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true. Ephesians 5:9, ESV...
Devotional #3 - PLEASING THE LORD
…Try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord. Ephesians 5:10, ESV...
Devotional #4 - EXPOSING DARKNESS
Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. Ephesians 5:11-14, ESV...
Devotional #1 - LIVING IN THE LIGHT
For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light. Ephesians 5:8, ESV ...
COVID-19 Update #3
Dear North Valley Family and Friends, We hope you enjoyed our services this Sunday, whether you listened in online or you joined us in person on our campus. As we discussed in our previous e-mails and during our Sunday services, Ephesians 5:15-16, 2 Timothy 1:7, and I Peter 3:15 have been key verses in guiding our prayers and decisions about public gatherings at North Valley. We also discussed that this is a constantly evolving situation and we would continue to monitor the guidelines and recommendations as they were updated. ...
COVID-19 Update #1
Last night as my wife and I left Neighborhood Group, we couldn’t help but realize the great fear and concern that many of you and others in our state and country are experiencing concerning the Coronavirus (COVID-19). It’s on everyone’s minds, it’s all over the media, and the topic of conversations just about everywhere. ...
COVID-19 Update #2
COVID-19 – Pastor Ryan Update #2 Dear North Valley Friends and Family, I have spent the day in on the phone and in meetings with state health advisors from the Governor’s office, officials from the Department of Health Services, the Superintendent of DVUSD, our staff and elder team, key volunteers, and most importanly with our Lord Jesus Christ in prayer....
Why we use the ESV
Why we use the ESV As we jump into a new message series through the book of Ephesians in our Bible, I wanted to take a minute to share with you why we use the ESV and emphasize the value of all of God’s Word at North Valley. Don’t miss the opportunity to dig into God’s Word by joining us for this 12-week message series, picking up a journal, and joining a group. ...
Great Marriages: How to Serve our Husbands Emotionally
Serve one another humbly in love. – Galatians 5:13b...
Great Marriages: How to Serve Your Husband Spiritually
How to Serve Your Husband Spiritually For the eyes of the LORD move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His. ...
Great Marriages: How to Serve your Husband Physically
How to Serve your Husband Physically Do not deprive each other of sexual relations, unless you both agree to refrain from sexual intimacy for a limited time so you can give yourselves more completely to prayer. Afterward, you should come together again so that Satan won't be able to tempt you because of your lack of self-control. ...
Great Marriages: Serve Your Wife Spiritually
Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered. –I Peter 3:7 ESV ...
Great Marriages: Serve Your Wife Physically
Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel…. —I Peter 3:7 ESV ...
Great Marriages: How to Serve Your Spouse
Over the next seven days, North Valley’s prayer team will be praying for you and your marriage. Each day you will receive a special devotional that will help you serve and better understand your spouse. In this series, you will learn how to serve your spouse in three keys areas of his/her life....
Great Marriages: Serve Your Wife Emotionally
Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman…. —I Peter 3:7 ESV ...
June Update Regarding the Campus Project
The latest information on the Campus Renovations...
Meet Wes Austin, North Valley Worship Team Member
Recently, we took the time to ask North Valley member Wes Austin a few questions about himself and about his role as a volunteer on the Worship Team. Take a few minutes and get a peek into his world!...
Special Video Announcement from Pastor Ryan
Take a minute to hear the exciting news about the Campus Development projects, our Father's Day and Baptism Sunday services coming up soon, on June 16th! ...
As A Man Thinketh So Is He?
As A Man Thinketh So Is He? Within Christianity, there are ‘power of positive thinking / word of faith’ movements that teach what a person repeatedly thinks about, and how they think about it, will determine who they are becoming, and is quoted as neuroscience fact, which it is not....
Die to Self
Die to self This is a poem that I found from an unknown author. It was used from the message I recently taught, entitled “The Best Place to Be in Life ...
New Elder Team Member: Steve Sutton
God is at work in North Valley. We are excited about all that He did in 2018. We believe God is going to do even more in 2019!...
Giving to God
I can only imagine what joy the wise men felt when brought their gifts to Christ. Joy, joy inexpressible, likely filled their hearts. Matthew records that three gifts were given. This is where many have concluded the number of wise men. The Bible doesn’t tell us how many wise men were actually present, but it does give us a clear description of three gifts that these wise men offered....
The Star of Joy
What is there to be joyful about on Christmas if your heart is overwhelmed with business? What is there to be joyful about if there is no family to share it? What is there to be joyful about if finances or health is failing? Steady yourself, Christian. The joy the Christ offers is not all limited by one’s circumstances. The joy that Christ offers you is that which was experienced at the first Christmas....
Come to Worship Him
It might sound crazy to leave your home in search of a king, but the wise men studied the stars and scriptures and then made a decision. They would travel a great distance to come and worship a newborn King. Their honesty is strikingly bold....
Asking Questions
The wise men had very little fear. They ask questions because they are learners and not afraid of looking dumb. We have a saying at North Valley: the leaders are the learners. Learners ask questions. Matthew tells us that the wise men came to ask King Herod where the King of the Jews was. ...
Step of Faith
he wise men were counselors and advisors to political leaders within the Roman Empire. These men studied astrology, dreams, sacred prophetic scriptures, and the arts of magic. At the time of the writing, Jesus had been born in the town of Bethlehem, during the reign of Herod the King....
Confidence in God
We have looked at God’s Word over the last twenty days, and we've seen how prophecies made concerning the coming Messiah have been fulfilled. From the birth location to the virgin Mary to his very own name, we have seen promises made, and promises kept. God’s Word is true....
King Jesus Forever
Herod tried to kill Jesus as a toddler. The rumor of a king being born in his small jurisdiction was too much. Yesterday we learned about his fear and fury. Today we learn about King Jesus’ reign forevermore....
King Herod’s Fury
Who are you angry at? Is your anger solving the problem? Why are you angry?...
Caesar Augustus: the King of Peace?
Caesar Augustus was the adopted son of Julius Caesar. Augustus was born on September 23rd in 63 BC. He ruled as the Emperor of Rome for the first 14 years of Christ's life. He rose to power in time of great peace for this massive empire....
What's the right thing to do?
As a dad of three kids, I try my best, like most parents, to teach them to do what's right. My goal is to help them become independent of me and dependent upon God. ...
The Decree from Caesar
Luke’s gospel records that Caesar issued a decree that every resident within the Roman Empire should return to their home town to register and pay a special tax. Caesar Augustus issued this decree, but in truth, this decree had already been issued by God....
Yes, Lord
Nine months before our Savior’s birth, an angel appeared to a young Jewish girl, Mary, whom Scripture describes as a virgin, engaged to a man named Joseph. Prior to that angelic visit, Mary must have felt great excitement as she anticipated her marriage. ...
The Last Words of Christ in Heaven
It is pure speculation to assert these were the last words of Christ before He became a baby in the womb of Mary. But they may have been! ...
Messiah
By the time that Mary gave birth, hope in God’s promises for forgiveness and deliverance from the empire had reached a fever pitch. Some were looking for a beneficent dictator. Others expected a high-profile miracle worker. Others hoped that a famous prophet like Elijah had come with a spectacular message....
Looking at the Big Picture and Finding Hope
That first Christmas; all eyes were on Augustus, the cynical Caesar who demanded a census so as to determine a measurement to increase taxes even further. At that time who was interested in a young couple making an eighty-mile trip south from Nazareth? ...
The Way
We don’t have the insight to find the right path, nor the inner power to walk it. That’s why Jesus’s disciple Thomas admitted that he didn’t know the way, even though he was close to the Master. ...
Fatherly
Unrecognized. Unseen. Undiscovered. Nobody knows. Nobody sees. Nobody cares. As long as there is plenty of food, lots of cheer, a plethora of tinsel, and a cornucopia of gifts, everyone’s happy. Jesus? Who’s that?...
Given by God
To fully cherish Christ this Advent season, we must first understand God’s motive in giving his son to us! This answer can be found in the familiar and most famous verse in our Bible. John 3:16 says… “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only son...” ...
His Shoulders
No prince or president could out-politic him, nor pompous military power subdues him, it's Christ’s call. He can carry upon his shoulders the weight of the sin of the world. He is surely able to carry our daily burdens. What good news!...
Wise Counselor
Have you trusted in unwise counsel? The Lord is inviting you to call upon him today for a fresh sense of his power and presence through the Holy Spirit, who serves as your counselor. James 1:5 is God’s guarantee for you ...
Everlasting Father
USA Today, did a special on Gertrude Weaver. She was born in 1898, making her the oldest woman in the world. She is from the good ole south, Arkansas. At 117 years old you could say she watched the world change. She was alive before there was the Ford automobile, she was alive before there was a Hitler or a man on the moon. She was there to see the world change. Think about God, theologically. He created the world and changed the world. He is eternal; he is before age. He cannot be numbered nor counted....
Empire of Grace
Isaiah foretold of the Messiah coming as a King David’s descendant. This would mean that Christ comes from royalty and in the line of a rightful King! The birth of Jesus would fulfill God’s redemptive plan for humanity. Jesus as the Messiah would establish a Kingdom like as an empire of God’s grace. ...
Prince of Peace
It is hard to turn on the news today and find peace and quiet in the Phoenix Valley. We are now the 5th largest city in the USA. Peace is something not only sought after from major cities of the world but for all mankind. We all long for peace, from major urban epicenters to rural run down villages peace is what we want. We want freedom from disturbance; we want quiet and tranquility...
The Lamb: Slain from before the Creation of the World
Christmas begins within the triune God...
How North Valley's Easter outreach event changed a life!
Our annual Easter egg hunt has been a big draw for the community. With each egg we set out, we prayed that God would use this fun, family-friendly event to connect people to Jesus and His church relationally. There was one person, in particular, who was looking for a family-friendly Easter egg hunt for her daughter and found a church family!...
New Church Plant Grand Opening October 7, 2018
Mission Grove Church will have its Grand Opening Oct 7...
A Night of Worship at North Valley Community Church
Come and join us at North Valley Community Church for a family-friendly night of Worship...
Important Message to the church family from Pastor Ryan
North Valley Community Church is Growing!...
12 Ways To Become A Great Student As An Act Of Worship
School is about to be back in session. As parents of three wonderful kids, Leslie and I help our kids get ready each year by reminding them that their lives as students can be an act of worship to God....
Vivian Is Living A New Life
Vivian Bush grew up in a Christian household but never fully understood her mom's Christian faith. At the age of 18, she lost her mother and her heart grew cold....
Blossoming After Baptism
This story is an encouragement to all! Ryan and Taryn McFoy share their story in an interview about their faith journey to be baptized and their spiritual growth as a family at North Valley. ...
Kevin Ross Comes to Faith in Christ!
Kevin grew up in Scottsdale with his parents and an older brother. He only attended church for funerals. He had no real religious exposure except for a few friends....
Strong Links
If you think about family genealogy and history like links in a chain of faith, there are broken links, weak links, strong links, and first links. ...
Jesus’ Grandmothers, Part 2
Ruth converted to the Lord after her husband died, and she became one of the godliest women in the Bible. She was King David’s great-grandma....
Jesus’ Grandmothers, Part 1
In an unprecedented act, Naomi’s friends seemed to have named the boy Obed in what was possibly a prophetic utterance. Obed means servant, or worshipper, of God....
Restorer of Life
God’s order of marriage is covenant, consummation, then conception. For the first time, Boaz and Ruth enjoyed the gift of marital intimacy as husband and wife....
Aliviah Wnenta is a 7th grader at North Valley and this is her story!
She came to our church as an energetic young lady that all would say is “ready to blaze her own path!” Independent and strong! Aliviah was definitely seeking more in her life but not quite sure how to put her finger on exactly what was missing. ...
New Beginning
The storyline of Ruth goes from a funeral to a wedding both practically and emotionally. Ruth, which is one of the best-written short stories of all time, concludes with scenes of God’s hand of providential blessing resting upon Boaz, his lovely bride, Ruth, and her mother-in-law, Naomi. ...
Our Redeemer
Indeed, Boaz shines forth here as a strong, bold, wise, and shrewd redeemer. He was clearly a man of action who made a promise to Ruth, headed immediately into town, called a court meeting to session, invited the unnamed man to sit down and make a decision on the spot, and in a short period, obeyed the law and redeemed Ruth as he led and everyone gladly followed him....
Part of God's Family
Filled with joy for his legal victory and thrilled to be marrying Ruth, Boaz launched into a speech before those he had assembled to witness this great day of redemption. He promised to lovingly care for Ruth as his wife, as well as Naomi as his mother-in-law, and to honor Ruth’s deceased husband, Mahlon, and Mahlon’s deceased father, Elimelech....
Joy from God's Plan
Influenced by Boaz’s shrewdness, the unnamed man realized that he couldn’t afford to buy the land and care for the two widows and any children that he might bear through Ruth....
Strings Attached
By Israelite law, when land was put up for sale, it was preferable for it to be purchased by a near relative to keep it in the family (Leviticus 25:25-30; Jeremiah 32:6-12)....
Business Day
For many people, reading the Bible can be, quite frankly, a bit disappointing. They see God speaking to people, but they’ve never heard His voice. They see angels delivering messages, but all they get are bills in the mail....
Provider, Protector, Redeemer
Now the story hits a crisis when Boaz reveals to Ruth that as a law-abiding man, he must find a way to marry her legally. Because Naomi had chosen to welcome Ruth as a full daughter, the women had the legal right to their family land....
Toeing the Line
Today, single people often ask where the line is in dating. But Ephesians 5:3 (NIV) says, “among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality.”...
Stepping Out
In this scene, the older woman Naomi practiced the essence of Titus 2:3-5, providing Ruth with counsel that was wise but also quite risky....
The World's Way or God's Way
Ruth could see the differences between a relationship in her native, sexually-immoral Moabite culture and her adopted, Godly Israelite community. ...
Defining the Relationship
At this point in the story, Ruth and Boaz have taken center stage. Their relationship commenced with great hope as Boaz spoke kindly to Ruth, prayed for her, protected her, and provided for her all as one would expect from a man ready to be a godly husband....
The Gift of a Redeemer
With wise motherly counsel, Naomi encouraged Ruth to stay close to Boaz and his workers because he was a godly and safe man. ...
Getting to Provide
A clue to the remainder of the story is then revealed when Naomi informs Ruth that Boaz was, in fact, a relative somehow connected to them through her deceased husband, Elimelech (see also 2:1). Consequently, Boaz was qualified to become a “redeemer” for the women if he so chose and if other relatives concurred....
Grateful to Know You
Boaz demonstrated his generous and kind character in his care for Ruth, making sure she is fed, safe, and employed...
Giving to Know You
The story of Ruth and Boaz, which is arguably the greatest human love story in all of Scripture, is incredibly timely even though it is roughly 3,000 years old....
Getting to Know You
Much of who we are and how we see the world is shaped by our earliest childhood experiences. ...
Protection and Provision
In response to the gracious protection and provision of Boaz, Ruth followed a common Eastern mode of demonstrating gratitude and humbly received his favor. Without tipping his hand, the author paints a lovely picture of Boaz as a respectable man with character like Jesus’, and Ruth as a blessed and cared-for woman who respected Boaz easily....
The First Encounter
To modern ears, the exchange of prayers between Boaz and his workers seems especially peculiar; very rarely does a boss walk into his or her business to hear priestly blessings showered down from the cubicles. Boaz was apparently a man who was an evangelist and pastor to his workers. He loved and cared for them so well that they spoke well of him and prayed to God for him....
Luck or Providence?
As Ruth went out to glean for food, she found herself in the fields of Boaz....
Provision for the Poor
Scripture has much to say regarding the poor. There are both righteous and unrighteous poor people. The righteous poor include those who are widows (like Ruth and Naomi), orphans, sick, elderly, immigrants, and hard-working people who struggle to make ends meet, even such as our Lord Jesus. The unrighteous poor include those who are poor because of sin such as laziness, drunkenness, and foolish spending, as illustrated throughout Proverbs. ...
Trustworthy and Faithful
The timeless book of Ruth is timelier than ever. For the first time in U.S. history, the majority of adults are single. The same is true in many other nations around the world. As anyone seeking a mate can testify, finding a safe person is perhaps more difficult than ever. ...
HONEST ABOUT THE HURT
Perhaps the women were sitting together and weeping loudly at the thought of adding the loss of their close friendship upon their already devastated lives as Naomi continues to persuade her daughters-in-law to return to their families in Moab rather than journey with her for an uncertain future in Bethlehem. Orpah chose the ordinary course of reasonable action and returned to her home in hopes of perhaps again falling in love, remarrying, and starting her life over. ...
NAOMI SAYS GOODBYE
In his book Necessary Endings, Dr. Henry Cloud explains how there are times in life where we need to have a clear ending with a person or place so that we can heal up and move into a new season of life. This is what happens after the funerals in Moab....
HOPE IN HARDSHIP
Have you ever hit rock bottom? Have you ever lost someone you dearly loved? Have you ever felt like your whole world came crashing down, that there was no one to turn to and God seemed far away? ...
WOUNDED WIDOWS
While in Moab, Elimelech and his wife, Naomi, saw their sons marry Moabite women, which wasn’t technically forbidden in Scripture (Deuteronomy 7:1...
MOVING AWAY FROM GOD
Can you recall the absolute worst season of your life? Do you remember how overwhelmed you felt, how exhausted you were, and how unsure you were if your future would ever get any better?...
Receive the good news
Christianity offers the hope of good news: a savior has been born, named Christ the Lord. We have a real need and a real savior who ALONE can really save....
Reject the alternatives
Besides Christianity, there are four predominant worldviews that compete for allegiance:...
Three big hints
Jesus is the Savior. All religions and worldviews outside of Christianity have one thing in common: God is not the savior. Either you are your own savior, or there’s no savior at all. ...
Listen again for the first time
Luke 2:8–21 is perhaps the most familiar passage in all Scriptures. Linus reads it every Christmas for the Charlie Brown television special. Almost every church has a nativity scene stashed somewhere. ...
The glorious announcement for an unlikely audience
Have you ever wondered what people thought of shepherds in Jesus’ day? People thought shepherds were odd. They lived by themselves, outside of town, sleeping in the open, and surrounded by animals all the time. Their reputation was less than stellar...
Jesus is like us and unlike us
Jesus’ birth is historical: Christianity is based on fact. It is theological: God entered humanity in order to save us. Finally, it is biographical: What does Jesus’ birth mean for you and me? What does this possibly have to do with our life?...
The theological meaning of Jesus’ birth, part 2
Today, we conclude answering some of the most common questions regarding God entering history as the man Jesus Christ. The truth is Jesus was fully man and fully God. He lived life perfectly as a man, to serve as our example and a flawless substitute sacrifice in our place. ...
The theological meaning of Jesus’ birth, part 1
In order to describe the theological significance of Jesus’ birth, theologians like to use the word incarnation. It comes from the Latin meaning “in the flesh.” Incarnation refers to the Christian doctrine that God, who is spirit, took upon Himself human flesh and came as the God-man, the Lord Jesus Christ....
The historical facts of Jesus’ birth
Luke introduces us to Augustus Caesar, who was ruling at the time that Jesus was born. Augustus Caesar was a very important political leader who ruled over the Roman Empire, one of the most prominent, longstanding, far-reaching empires in the history of the world. He was the adoptive son of Julius Caesar. ...
NOT 1, NOT 2, BUT 3 PRAYER TEAMS
God, Jesus Christ, and the abiding guidance of the Holy Spirit are walking through our community and NVCC is prepared to welcome folks with open arms and the Love that can only come from The Living Son of God. See you on Christmas Eve. Keep on Praying!...
The birth of Jesus Christ
Every Christmas, cards start arriving in the mailbox and songs echo at the mall with the word “Immanuel.” But what does that mean?...
Replace anxiety with history
Mary has two options in light of all that has happened in her life. She can either give in to anxiety, or she can focus on history: What has God done?...
Replace worry with worship
One of the lessons we learn from Mary’s example is to replace worry with worship. It’s okay to be concerned about your life, and to make plans for your future. But Jesus says do not worry (Matt. 6:25...
Sing
Song is a means of enjoying, honoring, recognizing, and proclaiming God. Human beings were made to sing...
Worshipping instead of worrying
Unmarried. Poor. Young. Pregnant with God. Mary has a lot to worry about. Rather than worrying, however, we find her worshipping in Luke 1:46...
Life lessons from two couples
Every man and woman should aspire to have faith like Mary’s. By the grace of God, we should aspire to love God, trust God, and serve Jesus like she did. We should long to have the same kind of heartfelt devotion and affection for Jesus as she did. ...
Ten things we learn about Jesus
The Scriptures are all about Jesus, and we learn ten things about Jesus from the angel Gabriel’s announcement of His birth....
Todd and Jeri Experience God's Grace
God’s Grace FREE’S, heals and renews. Todd and Jeri Kehoe’s story reflects God’s liberating power of Grace. Come this Sunday to hear more! This heartfelt story shows how God’s Grace FREE’s and restores lives!...
Damond's Story
Damond knew something was missing. He was not regularly attending North Valley at the time, but later decided he needed to come back and check it out. Soon he found himself coming more and more regularly. He slowly started being interested in learning more about the life of Christ and the Christian message. It’s was all so new to him....
FINDING FAMILY THROUGH SERVING
“Serving keeps your heart in the right place. It reminds us of our purpose: to share and show the love of Christ to others. We schedule serving on Sunday, but it is really something we do the rest of the week too.” ...
Favored by God
Gabriel appears to this young girl Mary, and she was startled. Gabriel likely appeared as a man, and men would not have customarily approached and engaged in private with a young woman like that. Additionally, he says that she has found “favor with God.” ...
The first gospel sermon
Based on how Luke tells her story and describes his research, it is likely that he actually sat down with Mary, an older woman by that time, to ask her questions about her miraculous life. She is a relative of Elizabeth, but when Luke picks up the narrative Mary does not yet know that her elderly cousin is preg