Living In Spite of Our Troubles
Philippians 1:12-18 Billy Graham told a story of a bedridden, elderly woman who gave $5 every month out of her Social Security check to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Ministry. When asked about giving to the Ministry, she said, “I might be in bed, but I have long...
Prayer With a Punch
Philippians 1:7-11 General prayers like “God take care of everyone in the world” and “God bless all the missionaries” are lazy prayers. It’s a prayer without an investment. Did you really mean that? General prayers don’t bring Glory to...
Why Singing Matters
Seven Biblical Reasons Why Singing Matters (a summary of an article written by Tom Olson … for the full article, go to www.unlockingthebible.org) When we sing we obey … Colossians 3:16 “Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom,...
People Watch Our Witness
Question: If a tree falls in the forest, and there’s no one around to hear it, does it make a sound? Many people believe that they are not being heard, nor do they think others value their life of faith. So why, bother? The truth is our witness, transmitted via...
No Fast Track in Christian Life
When God calls people to the ministry, the first thing they do is go to Bible school, and maybe, seminary to be trained. Jesus instructed us to make disciples of, “all Nations, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.” Matthew 28:20 (and...Great Question! round 2
Pastor Kevin Rutledge, Pastor Nate, Evan Rhule, Caleb Hoover (staff member of Cru, Northern Illinois University) Questions: Isn’t believing in something supernatural just the easiest way to deal with life’s toughest challenges/questions (i.e....Great Question! round 1
Pastor Kevin Rutledge, Pastor Nate Miller Questions: What if I know that my heart believes in Jesus, that I have asked Him into my heart, and I know that He loves me and sides for me, but I am still scared to die, scared that I might not make it to heaven because of...
