In every generation there are those that are commissioned by God and those that are imposters. Both speak in the sight of God and will experience the penetrating gaze of God. One will receive approval and one condemnation. As the listener, how do you...
Where did Jesus find you? You were dead when He found you. He made you alive in Him. His Spirit regenerated you so that you could respond to Him. Our natural propensity is to think that we found Jesus. We looked for Him. We blessed Him by becoming Hi...
Good Morning, This Sunday is going to be great at Redemption Valley Church. Pastor Jim will be preaching on Luke 6:6-11, "The Big Jesus Beatdown." Kimbriels will bring waffles, whip cream and maple syrup. This Saturday the Young Men's Discipleship G...
Several people have asked for the 6 purposes for fasting from last weeks sermon, so here they are:To Seek God’s GuidanceTo Repent and Return to GodTo Humble the SoulTo Intercede for OthersTo Draw Closer to GodWorshipping and Receiving DirectionBlessi...
Throughout the word of God beginnings are mentioned. With the creation of the universe being so spectacular we would expect the coming of God to earth to be equally spectacular. But, it is not. A stable is the setting. Shepherds are the first visitor...
We do not have a reluctant God. He gives. He give generously. The beauty of His giving is that it is personal. It is personal on His end. He gives us the kingdom, and the kingdom is living under the beautiful reign of the King. Jesus is the rei...
The other day my dogs went wild in the middle off the day. I looked around the property and spotted a coyote in the distance. I generally grab a gun and fire a “Get out of here” shot. As I looked I noticed the coyote was hunting prairie dogs. It is o...
Years ago my friend commented on being a servant of Jesus. He reminded me of how we feel ill used when we are actually treated as a servant. Servants serve. As I age the demands of servitude take more of my energy. Does that mean I don’t serve? No. I...
Good Morning, It is a beautiful Saturday morning, the skies are blue and the weather is warming up (a bit). Gathering tomorrow to worship our Savior tomorrow is exciting! I will be preaching on, Luke 5:33-39 "Feasting and Foraging" Kimbriels will...
Recently my wife received flowers. They were from me. They did not go unnoticed. I did not go unnoticed. There is no faster way to get on someone’s radar than to love them. Expressing your love, displaying your love is powerful in getting their atten...