The scripture says, “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” Through the power of God we should be fearless! However, many of us spend a lot of time in our lives being fearful. On the surface it seems that there are so [...]
Continue reading...20. July 2009
Jesus tells us, “I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” I pray that the Joy of Jesus Christ would be in me and that my joy will be made complete! I know that is your desire as well. But here is the tension: If [...]
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Although Wilmington has hundreds of churches our city is becoming increasingly unchurched. Based on faith involvement surveys and lifestyle patterns more than 70% of the population is living without God. The results of a city distant from God are devastating and heartbreaking. Our families are under attack. In New Hanover County alone there are 16 divorces [...]
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I remember when I was a child that I hated going to church. On Sunday morning I would stay in bed and listen carefully to see if I could hear anyone getting ready for church. If it was quiet then I would know we were skipping church and that made my day. The church that [...]
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21. July 2009
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