Christmas questions that determine your impact: What made the wise men wise? Introduction: The biblical account of the wise men is found in Matthew 2:1-12. They followed a star to find baby Jesus, wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger. They were diligent seekers for the truth. They were willing to follow the…
Christmas questions that determine your impact: Will I obey God when things don’t make sense? Introduction: Ever been in a situation where you simply don’t see any kind of good outcome. You know you should pray and trust God, but that is not easy when things just don’t make sense; when God’s plan for you…
Will I accept God’s destiny for me? Introduction: God created everyone and made each person for a unique purpose. He has a specific destiny for everyone. God had a plan for Mary. He chose her, and He created her to become the mother of the Son of God. And what was Mary’s response? She didn’t…
Introduction: The three parables of the lost sheep, lost coin, and lost son can be thought of as independent stories. While we look at them in isolation, there is a consistent pattern: the main character possesses something valuable and does not want to lose it. The main character rejoices in the finding of the lost thing…
How to be an intentional parent. Introduction: Every parent has dreams for their children. As parents, we all start out with the best intentions. Although, at some point, we move from lofty dreams to more realistic appraisals. Raising kids in today’s culture is a difficult challenge and it requires a plan. Without a plan, parents…