One on One
Jesus’ life and ministry impacted many people while He was on earth. People loved to hear Him teach because He taught with authority. They brought those who were sick and diseased to find healing from their infirmities. Jesus’ fame caused him to rarely have time to Himself. Even with all of the demands of a growing ministry and influence in the culture, Jesus was intentional about spending time with people one on one. He had a way of making people feel like they were the
Love God's Way
James encourages us to look into the perfect law of liberty and to continue in it (James 1:25). God’s word becomes a mirror for our lives, a measuring stick of sorts. In 1 Cor 13:4-7 Paul describes what love looks like. As you look at the list below take stock of your life and see how well you love. I fully acknowledge that this kind of love is humanly impossible, that is why God is transforming us each and every day. Let’s learn to love like God. Love never gives up. Love ca
Better Days Ahead
On Sunday I mentioned to the church that I believe there are better days ahead for Concord than the days behind us. Why do I believe this? First, I see fields that are white unto harvest as Jesus said in John 4. I see a world that is in desperate need. Many people are struggling to find peace in their lives. They have tried through all the common means presented to us in our culture like marriage, kids, homes, jobs and hobbies and other things to find peace. None of the
Ambassador
An Ambassador is an official representative of a government, king or nation. They serve as a go-between. They carry information between officials. In 2 Corinthians 5:18 Paul says we are ambassadors for Christ. We are His representatives to the world. This idea carries a weight with it. How am I representing Christ? What an awesome privilege this is. Am I willing to share that I do not have it all figured out? Am I intentional about being used in this role? Paul says