Where do Christmas traditions come from? Are they simply that? Traditions? Or are there deeper meanings tied to Christ?
Continue readingLeading Like Christ – Maiola Vivas (One Love Ministries)
Throughout the Bible, we see strong examples ofleader submitting to the authority of God. From Moses to King Josiah, what made these men Godly leaders?
Continue readingGreat is Your Faithfulness – Duke Hokama (One Love Ministries)
In the book of Lamentations, Jeremiah sees much to grieve over. But in the midst of all the mess of the world, he is reminded of the faithfulness of the Lord.
Continue readingAttitude of Gratitude – Zachary Stankovits (One Love Ministries)
Feeling As We Were Made – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
God made us to experience everything life has to offer, including our feelings, and when not impaired, ALL of it will ultimately lead us to Him. So let’s live as we were made by 1) feeling our feelings, 2) being honest with what’s going on inside us, & 3) living out our freedom by letting go and letting God!
Continue readingActs 17:22-34 – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
Paul continues in Greece, giving an example of what it is like to be an active, bold, and articulate witness for Christ. We find him practicing the basics of “Evangelism 101: Building Relationships” in order to preach the greatness of God, the goodness of God, the government of God, and the glory of God.
Continue readingActs 17:10-21 – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
Paul and Silas travel to Berea, but not without some of the Jews agitating the crowds and causing a stir. Paul is sent to Athens — one of the most idol-filled societies. Paul stands up and proclaims the gospel nonetheless. If he can do it, so can you! One writer says Paul was short, bowlegged, balding, with a big nose, and an eyebrow that resembled a dead caterpillar. What’s stopping you from sharing?
Continue readingActs 17:1-9 – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
Paul and Silas, fresh out of prison, head to Thessalonica. There they preached in a synagogue and convinced many to follow Christ, but not everyone was onboard. Some of the Jews were jealous and formed a mob, getting Paul and Silas thrown out of town.
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Acts 16:34-40 – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
After some rocking worship (literally), Paul and Silas are told they can leave the jail. Paul, however, finally reveals that he was whipped and beaten without trial and is a Roman citizen. What prompted Paul to keep this quiet until now when it could’ve been an easy get out of jail free card?
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