I am often tired, but Christ is not, and He will be my strength. I am often tempted, but Christ is not any more, and He has triumphed over temptation and will make a way for me to escape. I am often anxious, but Christ is not, and He will still my soul. I am … Continue reading I Am Often ___, But Christ Is Not
The first four books of the New Testament are called the "gospels," of course--Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. They are a genre of writing that's different than the epistles, prophecy, or poetry, or even historical narrative. Because it's a unique genre of writing, it should be read with that genre in mind. It took me … Continue reading A Lightbulb Moment for How to Read the Gospels
Not long ago, the members of Lake Hills approved the following motion, presented by the deacons: We move that the “Transition Team,” comprised of Pastor Jacob, Neal Ballah (deacon), Daniel Devine, Erica Ogden, and Ken Tanis, be affirmed by the members to work with the deacons to propose changes to relevant portions of the current … Continue reading Pray for the Transition Team
Church family, I've decided to take a break from Saul for three weeks. He's done enough boneheaded things to last us a while! 🙂 This Sunday, during Pack the House Sunday, I will be preaching a sermon simply titled "Sing." I want to explore and show why God wants His people to sing to Him. … Continue reading Update on Preaching Schedule
A new ministry is starting this summer: a team of people to help create content for Lake Hills Baptist Church. Social media is a little bit like the yellow pages of today. The Yellow Pages was a giant book that magically arrived at your door full of the names and numbers of every business known … Continue reading Social Media Team for LHBC
Pastor Jacob’s Blog 