For some people winter is a drudgery. It’s something to “get through,” especially for many who live in NEPA. But what if instead of getting through it we could get something out of it. Here are four ways to embrace winter to the glory of God. #1 Use winter to rest and recharge. The first… Continue reading 4 Ways to Embrace Winter to the Glory of God
The Holy Spirit is probably the most misunderstood member of the Trinity. It is important for the believer to know how the Holy Spirit does and does not work. Here are 4 ways the Holy Spirit guides believers. #1 The Holy Spirit convicts us of sin. The Holy Spirit convicts us of sin because He… Continue reading 4 Ways the Holy Spirit Guides Us in Life
Common vs Special Grace As a dad, I love doing special things for and with my children. I love taking them out for ice cream or pizza, spending individual time with them. Although, one of my favorites is taking a ninja vacation. This is where my wife and I pack the bags without telling the… Continue reading God Gives His Children Extra Blessings
In October I celebrated 15 years of pastoring Cornerstone Bible Church in Forest City, PA. A lot of people don’t know that this is unusual. Pastor turnover rates are high for much of the country. The average tenure of 3.5 years is now around 6.5 years, depending on the study you read. An improvement, but… Continue reading How to Keep a Pastor for 15 Years
God’s Word is powerful and encouraging. Here are five Bible verses that will remind you of this and carry you through the new year. All of these verses are best studied in their context, so take time to look at the surrounding verses. Psalm 31:23-24 Love the Lord, all you his saints! The Lord preserves… Continue reading 5 Verses to Start the New Year
