https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZT8V_DZxws Above is the song we will be learning together in September. Below are a few thoughts about why I chose this song followed by the lyrics. Why This Song The weariness of the world threatens to steal our joy and burden us to the point of breaking us. This is not God's will for … Continue reading New Song for Worship: “Come to Jesus (Rest in Him)”
Have you ever been lost? My friends and I got lost while hiking in Tennessee one time. We decided to go off the trail in order to save time. Needless to say, we did not end up saving time. It was difficult to try to determine where we were without a clear path in front … Continue reading Lost
As I’ve stated several times, God wants us to focus on Jesus this year. As a part of that, I’m starting a prayer routine I want to invite you to join me on. I’m calling it “One Prayer.” “One Prayer” is a 1-minute prayer at 1PM EST for one thing—that God would grow our love … Continue reading New Prayer Initiative: One Prayer
I am happy and content. This comes from knowing God through Jesus Christ. God is everything to me. Knowing Him has been so good. Many of you know exactly what I’m talking about because you’ve tasted and seen. But maybe some of you don’t know this contentment. And I know all of us have people … Continue reading A Burden on My Heart and An Opportunity
Well, another day has gone and another day has come, and God has been faithful yet again to His promises. Remember these things, dear friends: The Lord knows all there is to know about you (Psalm 139).God is your refuge and strength (Psalm 46).God goes before you (Deuteronomy 31).He will never leave you or forsake … Continue reading Dear Central Oaks (Part 11)
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