Verse By Verse Study of the Book of JonahJonah gets a second chance in Jonah Chapter 3.

Word of the Year 2022 GROWLast year's WOTY Action. Teams took action, fundraising teams formed for the paving the parking lot. Remodeling projects in the kitchens etc. GO – ROW GROW- In Jesus Deep & Wide- SongDeep- Discipleship –Matthew 28:19go and make disciples of all the nations,[b] baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Ho…

What’s Real?The Church in Colossae. Colosse was located about 120 miles east of Ephesus, in the province of Asia (Now Turkey)When Paul was in Ephesus people from all over Asia heard about Jesus. Ephesus was like the capital of the area. Paul writes to the new church about some of the problems they were facing. 1. False Teachers who focused on linea…

2021 is full of possibilities. For me the word of the year is action. We act by hearing what God is saying TO us and then allowing Him to work THROUGH us! There are 2 questions that will help us in worship services. We are all going to arrive for services expecting. Pregnant w/ anticipation. 1. What does God want TO say to me?2. What does God want …

David Poole gives personal experiences and scripture to show how God works within the lives of believers.

Testimonies from our faith family at ABC.

How did the world get to be such a messed up place? How does the Bible explain the chaos, hatred, and pain that is in the world today?Genesis chapters 3-4 explains the perils of trying to define what is good and evil on our own. People justify their actions in order to do what is self-serving.The Man and Woman Sin3 The serpent was the shrewdest of …

The Account of Creation1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.[a] 2 The earth was formless and empty, and darkness covered the deep waters. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters.3 Then God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. 4 And God saw that the light was good. Then he separated the light…

Romans 12:2Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

Because our God is an Encouraging GodI'm EncouragingI will encourage others dailyI will encourage others spirituallyI will encourage myselfI Am GenerousGod Invented GivingWhen God gave life to the universe, He spared nothing. Think of all the incredible gifts: beautiful sunsets, mountain peaks, and deep blue oceans. Think of the way plants give oxy…

Last Week I’m an Optimist. I’m an optimist because of God’s Word not people’s behaviors. Romans 8 Lots of stuff happened this week. One of the young African American pastors I follow posted something on Instagram that made sense to me so I’m going to share it. Mike Todd- From Tulsa Ok. It fits with last weeks message. Here is what I think about Rac…

Stay PositivePower of a smilePower of a frown.Too much negative news. A saw a hummingbird this week. Beautiful fast It was drawing sweetness from a flower. What do vultures eat? They eat dead things. You will find what you look for… What are you looking for Good or Evil? I’m not saying we stay ignorant. But what do we dwell on the goodness of God o…

Ekklesia- the called out and set apart gathering of God’s children.The Way- Early followers of Jesus were called The Way.Before GPS there were theses things called Maps. I had on that I kept in my glove box. I mean I kept it there and never pulled it out. In northern Rural Indiana I would go to a concert or visit a friend in a different county. On …

Daniel keeps his faith and identity in God while working for and residing in a pagan culture.

A continuing contrast, and comparison of Old Man Vs the New Man. It is a teaching to bring one to an understanding of WHO they are in Christ. It helps one understand that what was appropriate in the old ways is not always so in the new. It also distinguishes differences between Religion and Relationship living. Blessings.…

Most Christians struggle with their identity in Christ. This series explores the differences between the Old Man, and the New Man. What do I mean? Well, the Old Man is the un-regenrate, sinful, dead in their sin flesh man, born after the nature of Adam. This man loves religion. Has all sorts of rules and laws to live by, but never quite stacks up. …

Most Christians struggle with their identity in Christ. This series explores the differences between the Old Man, and the New Man. What do I mean? Well, the Old Man is the un-regenrate, sinful, dead in their sin flesh man, born after the nature of Adam. This man loves religion. Has all sorts of rules and laws to live by, but never quite stacks up. …

Most Christians struggle with their identity in Christ. This series explores the differences between the Old Man, and the New Man. What do I mean? Well, the Old Man is the un-regenrate, sinful, dead in their sin flesh man, born after the nature of Adam. This man loves religion. Has all sorts of rules and laws to live by, but never quite stacks up. …

Most Christians struggle with their identity in Christ. This series explores the differences between the Old Man, and the New Man. What do I mean? Well, the Old Man is the un-regenrate, sinful, dead in their sin flesh man, born after the nature of Adam. This man loves religion. Has all sorts of rules and laws to live by, but never quite stacks up. …

Since we were Born Again, we SHOULD no longer see other after the Flesh, but after the Spirit. In Other words, we need to look for, and see Jesus in them, NOT their human weaknesses and limitations. If we SEE them in the Spirit, and judge their words and actions accordingly, we can be free from offence. How is that possible? Well, if their behaviou…

Do you have Peace with: God, Self, Others and Circumstances? If you are in Christ, the answer is, (or should be) YES!

We've all heard it said, that "God is Love", but do we really understand what that implies? We are created in His Image, and have His Spirit living in us. We are born of God. Therefore, we are, by definition, "sons (& daughters) of Love". We have more in us than we give credit for. I explore the implication of God living in us, and what He brings, …

Do you know the voice of God? Can you hear His Voice when He speaks to you? John shares both Biblical lessons on HOW to hear from God, and practical examples he has experienced himself. He's even sharing a failure to obey what He heard, and the results of doing so.

The Ripple Effect Samuel 23:82 Samuel 23:8That’s when most of us run away. But not Josheb. Those are long odds, but God loves long shots! And to the Infinite, all finites are equal. There is no possible or impossible. There are no degrees of difficulty. Impossible odds set the stage for God’s greatest miracles. I know the motto of the Hunger Games:…

Psalm 119? Aleph1 Blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the Lord.2 Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart—3 they do no wrong but follow his ways.4 You have laid down precepts that are to be fully obeyed.5 Oh, that my ways were steadfast in obeying your decrees!6 Then I would …