Introduction: Scientists tell us that most of the body replaces itself every 7 – 15 years. The interior lining of the digestive track is new every 5 days. Skin all over our body is new every 2 – 4 weeks. The red blood cells are new every 6 months. Your liver regenerates every couple of...
Sermon Category: Forgiveness
New in Christ Pt. 1
Introduction: Have you ever noticed that movies are often not as good as the book? Sometimes, something is lost in the translation from the in-depth text to the verbal dialogue and the visual imagery. Sometimes, I believe, Jesus gets lost in the translation. Often people see Jesus only as a good man, a great teacher,...
Love
Introduction: Buying gifts can be a difficult task. What color? What size? Will they like it? Do they need it? These are questions that play into our gift buying decisions. When Jesus came to earth with gifts of Hope, Love, Peace, and Joy, He didn’t expect a gift in return even though He did receive...
Love One Another
Introduction: Who in life do you love most? Who loves you most, and how do you determine who loves you most? Psychology tells us that love is a basic necessity in everyone’s life. Love is more than emotional sentiment or physical attraction. The Apostle John teaches us that love is a selfless and sacrificial action....
Conversation with Grandpa John
Introduction: What do you think the Apostle John would say to you today? In 1 John 2, we read what John’s letter said to the second and third generation of Christians. John sent this letter out to Christian leaders who were opening their homes and couches to Christians, so they could all grow in their...
The Great Substitute?
Introduction: If you need to talk with someone about a challenge and maintain a good relationship with them, there are ways to begin that conversation and ways you shouldn’t begin that conversation. If you start the conversation with criticism, contempt, defensiveness, or not listening, you can expect accelerated conflict. The Apostle John addresses the issue...
Light or Darkness
Introduction: Have you ever needed a stain removed from an important piece of clothing, furniture, a car interior, or a light-colored carpet? What’s your first reaction when a stain is revealed? Do you throw the garment or piece of furniture away? Do you purchase car seat covers from WeatherTech or a nice new area rug to...
How Will You Be Remembered?
Back to School series – “How Will You Be Remembered?” Message given by Jim Still, Newark High School Principal “Back to School Truths to Memorize” PDF can be downloaded for you to use for your child by clicking on the PDF link.