When Luke described the ministry of John the Baptist, he characterized his ministry with a quote from the prophet Isaiah: “A voice of one calling in the desert, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him’” (Lk. 3:4). Much like those in the ancient world who were sent out before a king Keep reading…
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December 1st, 2018 by Pastor Jon EnrightWhy Is Belief In The Virgin Birth Of Jesus Important?
December 1st, 2018 by Pastor Jon EnrightThe vast majority of the information Scripture provides us about Mary is in connection with the birth of Jesus. Besides the Christ child himself, Mary is the central figure in the nativity story. It was to Mary that the angel Gabriel appeared, announcing that, though she was a virgin, she would give birth to a Keep reading…
Only One?
Reading: Luke 17:11November 25th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Seeing and Not Seeing
Reading: John 9:1November 18th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Standing Together
Reading: 1Thess 5:25November 4th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Free!
Reading: Mark 5:1October 14th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
The Reach of Grace
Reading: Luke 19:1October 7th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Water Into Wine
Reading: John 2:1September 16th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Let the Children Come
Reading: Luke 18:15September 9th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
The Song of the Redeemed
Reading: Ps 107:1August 26th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
God Our Help In Ages Past
Reading: Ps 77:1August 19th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Fear Not
Reading: Ps 27:1August 12th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
The Cat
August 1st, 2018 by Pastor Jon EnrightOver the past year or so, a feral cat has visited our back door on a regular basis. She is uncanny in her ability to know, not only that I am cooking something, but that I am thinking about cooking something. The cat’s interest in our back door has been the subject of numerous conversations Keep reading…
One Body
Reading: 1Cor 1:1, Acts 11:1July 22nd, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
We Believe
Reading: Col 1:15July 16th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
He Alone Is God
Reading: Deut 4:32, John 1:18July 8th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Will We Know Each Other In Heaven?
July 7th, 2018 by Pastor Jon EnrightGod created each of us with an individual identity and, as individuals, we are not only valuable to God, but he knows us intimately. In Psalm 139, as just one example, David marveled at the intimacy of God’s knowledge of him as an individual. Scripture also teaches that God created us to live in community Keep reading…
What Is Apostasy?
June 7th, 2018 by Pastor Jon EnrightApostasy is to turn away from, or forsake Christ. In Matthew 24:10-12, Jesus warned that many who initially followed him would ultimately fall away from their faith. The Apostle Paul gave a similar warning, saying that there would be a “falling away” or “rebellion” (Gk. apostasia) from among God’s people before the end of the Keep reading…
Blessed Are the Poor
Reading: James 1:9, James 2:1May 27th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
A New Way
Reading: Isa 58:6May 20th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Who Are the Needy?
Reading: Deut 15:7May 6th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Father Of The Fatherless
Reading: Zech 7:8April 29th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
What Does The Lord Require Of You?
Reading: Micah 6:6April 22nd, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
The Deepest Mystery
April 7th, 2018 by Pastor Jon EnrightIf there is one word that could characterize our universe, it would have to be “mystery.” Advances in science have shed light on the fascinating mystery that is the cosmos. Long range telescopes have shown us amazing cosmological works of art, such as the Cartwheel Galaxy, that is about twice the size of our vast Keep reading…
Their Eyes Were Opened
Reading: Luke 24:13April 1st, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
O Jerusalem
Reading: Luke 13:31March 18th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Did You Think I Came To Bring Peace?
Reading: Luke 12:49March 11th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
If You Would Come After Me
Reading: Luke 9:57March 4th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
The Time Is Fulfilled
Reading: Luke 9:18February 25th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
An Anchor For the Soul
Reading: Gen 22:1, Heb 6:13February 11th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Why Are There Two Different Creation Accounts In Genesis?
February 7th, 2018 by Pastor Jon EnrightThere are many different perspectives regarding how we should understand the relationship between Genesis 1 and 2. Often the discussion centers around questions about apparent contradictions between them, the historical accuracy of the text, or whether they were written by a single author or two or more authors. These questions, in turn, are part of Keep reading…
Further Up and Further In
Reading: Gen 17:1January 21st, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
Learning To Live By God’s Promises
Reading: Gen 15:1January 14th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
God Of Promise
Reading: Gen 12:1January 7th, 2018 by Pastor Jon Enright
How Can I Know God’s Will?
January 7th, 2018 by Pastor Jon EnrightWhen I was child listening to Christians talk about God’s will, I got the impression that it was a set map for our lives which must be discovered and followed or negative consequences would follow. The way to know God’s will was to see the signs. A verse during devotions or a coincidence that could Keep reading…
Unto You Is Born A Savior
Reading: Luke 2:1December 24th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Do Not Think It Strange
Reading: John 15:18November 12th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
What’s With All The Groaning?
November 7th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright22 We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time. 23 Not only so, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for our adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. 24 For in this hope we were saved. But hope Keep reading…
Rejoice! Our Judge Is Coming!
Reading: Ps 98:1October 22nd, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
God Of Compassion
Reading: Luke 7:11October 15th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Our Eternal King
Reading: Ps 93:1October 1st, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Lead Us Not Into Temptation
Reading: 1Cor 10:12September 24th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Train Up A Child
Reading: Prov 22:6September 10th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
The Discipline Of Forgiveness
Reading: Matt 6:9September 3rd, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Forgive Us Our Sins
Reading: 1John 1:9August 20th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Shining The Light
Reading: Matt 5:14August 6th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Daily Bread
Reading: Luke 12:15July 30th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
May Your Wll, Not Mine, Be Done
Reading: Matt 26:38, Ps 103:20July 9th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
May Your Kingdom Come
Reading: Isa 9:6June 25th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Our Father In Heaven
Reading: Rom 8:14May 28th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Praying in Jesus’ Name
Reading: John 14:12May 21st, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
A High Calling
Reading: Prov 31:1May 14th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Why Pray?
Reading: Ps 145:1April 30th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Where Is God?
Reading: Ps 42:1April 23rd, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Christ Our All
Reading: John 14:1, John 16:11April 16th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
A New Commandment
Reading: 1Cor 13:4, John 13:34, Phl 2:1March 12th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Faith That Brings Life
Reading: Jer 17:5, Rom 1:16February 19th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Growing In Grace
Reading: Rom 5:1, Rom 6:1, Rom 8:31February 12th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Justified Freely
Reading: Rom 3:21, Rom 5:1January 29th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Sin And Grace
Reading: Isa 59:1, Rom 3:10January 22nd, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Responding To The Epiphany
Reading: Matt 2:1January 8th, 2017 by Pastor Jon Enright
Why Do We Refer To Christmas Time As The Advent Season?
December 1st, 2016 by Pastor Jon EnrightIn the first centuries of the Christian tradition, the church developed a calendar of special holy days and seasons to be observed throughout the year. This is called the “Liturgical Calendar.” Advent is the first season of the Christian year. The name comes from the Latin word, adventus, which means “coming.” It is the season Keep reading…
If The Only Way To Heaven Is Through Jesus, How Were The People Before Him Saved?
September 1st, 2016 by Pastor Jon EnrightOn the night of his betrayal and arrest, Jesus made a bold statement about himself: “I AM the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6). With these words, Jesus taught his disciples the truth that lies at the heart of the Christian faith. Jesus, Keep reading…
What Are The Essentials Of Christianity?
August 1st, 2016 by Pastor Jon EnrightChristianity is first and foremost about the salvation that Christ has provided for us through his death on the cross and his resurrection. Many people, however, emphasize the work of Christ as a way of getting to heaven, or having eternal life. While we do receive these things as a result of Jesus’ sacrifice, getting Keep reading…
What Does The Name Immanuel Mean?
December 5th, 2015 by Pastor Jon EnrightWhat does the name Immanuel mean? One of the names we often associate with Jesus at Christmas time is the name “Immanuel.” We associate it with Christmas because it is the name Matthew emphasizes in his narrative of Jesus’ birth. He tells us that the birth of Jesus was the ultimate fulfillment of a prophecy Keep reading…
What Is Intercessory Prayer?
November 5th, 2015 by Pastor Jon EnrightWhat is Intercessory Prayer? Intercessory prayer is prayer for others. An intercessor is one who takes the place of another or pleads another’s case. In intercessory prayer we act as a mediator, standing between God and those we pray for, and appealing to God to intervene on their behalf. Intercession is to be part of Keep reading…
How Can I Overcome Sin?
September 5th, 2015 by Pastor Jon EnrightHow can I overcome sin in my Christian life? The Apostle Paul explains in Romans chapter 6 that those who have trusted in Christ have been set free from the power of sin (v. 7, 22). There are two ways in which we should understand this bold statement. First, by offering himself as the sacrifice Keep reading…
Must A Christian Be Obedient To Government?
June 5th, 2015 by Pastor Jon EnrightMust a Christian be obedient to the government under which he lives? This is an important question, particularly in these times, when the government under which we live is becoming increasingly critical of foundational Christian values and commitments. It is entirely possible that the day will soon come when what we believe and practice as Keep reading…
Why Did God Create Us?
September 1st, 2014 by Pastor Jon EnrightThe fact that God created the universe, and human beings in particular, is one of the greatest evidences of his goodness and generosity. Perhaps the best short answer we could give to this question is that God chose to create humanity out of the overflowing abundance of his love. The first thing to notice from Keep reading…
Why Does God Want, Or Need To Be Worshipped?
May 1st, 2014 by Pastor Jon EnrightScripture makes clear that God commands our worship. The first two commandments call us to the worship of God at the exclusion of all other things that might lay claim to our hearts (Ex. 20:1-6), but why? Is there something missing in him so that he somehow needs our worship? Is he an ego-maniac who Keep reading…
What Is Holiness?
July 1st, 2013 by Pastor Jon EnrightHoliness is often listed among the attributes of God, but it might be more accurate to say, as one scholar, V. M. Sinton, has put it, “Holiness is the shining brilliance of all God’s attributes blended together into a whole.” We human beings cannot possibly comprehend the full scope of God’s holiness. In fact, on Keep reading…
How Can I Be Sure I Am Praying According To The Will Of God?
January 1st, 2013 by Pastor Jon EnrightMany Christians see God’s will as a set map for their lives which must be discovered and followed or negative consequences will follow. In actuality, God’s will is very clear in scripture. Romans 8:29 says God has predestined everyone he has called into relationship with himself to be conformed to the likeness of his son. Keep reading…