This week I want to continue and share further the characteristics of a true disciple. A. A true disciple of Jesus Christ is willing to share his/her faith with others in open and honest fellowship. In 1 John 1:1-3, we read, “We proclaim to you the One who existed from the beginning, whom we have heard […]
Jubilee Weekly
“Growing Jubilee”
Is it possible for a church to experience growth during these tumultuous times? I would say ‘absolutely’ but it depends on the people. Recently I have been reading about Nehemiah and the contingency of people he took back to Jerusalem to rebuild the wall and restore the city. They faced many obstacles but in chapter […]
“Are You a Worrier?”
How are you handling the pandemic? Are you afraid that you are going to come down with COVID or one of its variants? I would imagine that most of us are concerned. I don’t think any of us want it to catch us. I was hospitalized with it in January 2021. Three months later I […]
“The Judgment Seat of Christ”
All mankind has several things in common, some good and some not so good. · All of us have sinned and come short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23 · All of us need a Savior, and there is only one true Savior — Jesus Christ. John 14:6; Act 1:12 · All of us are facing death. […]
“This is our Time”
In 2 Timothy 3:1-5 we read “But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, traitors, headstrong, haughty, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of […]
“You Can Praise God in the Midst of a Storm”
Yes, you read that caption correctly — “You can praise God in the midst of a storm.” I think most of you will remember the Old Testament account of Jonah, the rebellious, run-away Prophet who wound up in the belly of a great fish that was prepared by God. (1:17) He was there for three […]
“The Lord is our Helper”
We all need help whether we realize it or not. There are some who need help, but for one reason or another, they will not admit it. What a shame, because real help is available. The writer of the book of Hebrews, in the closing chapter, gives some very important exhortations and other remarks. In […]
“A Special Child is Born”
In Isaiah 9:6 we read “For a child will be born to us, a Son will be given to us, and the government will rest on His shoulders.” In Isaiah 7:14 the prophet wrote, “Therefore, the LORD HIMSELF will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive, have a son, and name Him Immanuel.” Folks, […]
Merry Christmas from the Merillats!
We are living at a time when darkness is pressing in and threatening to overwhelm our lives. MORE THAN EVER, this Christmas we need to see the real Jesus – who bonded with us as a baby and became the source of eternal salvation. (Hebrews 5:9) This was God’s plan from the beginning. For a […]
“Merry Christmas from Pastor Leonard”
Well, it is Christmas 2021. It has been a tough year, but also a year of great blessing. I praise God for the announcement of the angel in Luke 2:11, “For there is born to you this day in the city of David (Bethlehem) a Savior, who is Christ the LORD.” That verse tells us […]
