Philippians 3:12As I grew up, I became an avid fan of hockey, and in particular, the Detroit Red Wings. I still remember my dad coming into my bedroom when I was a kid and asking me if I had ever heard of the Red Wings' new draft pick. His name was Steve Yzerman. Of course, Yzerman would become one of the greatest players in NHL history in the next two decades.For many years, the Red Wings would p...  Read More

Main Point and Overview:     “Sit back and relax, you’ve done enough” is a cultural slogan that doesn’t fit Christianity! Neither is, “you could never be used by God because of your past!” Those two thought processes are in contrast to the challenge the Apostle Paul gave to the Philippians. Remember, Paul wanted the church to follow his passionate example. He was a man who had experienced it all! ...  Read More

Psalm 139:1-10 If you’ve ever spent any time with a toddler or a young child, then you’ve probably experienced a multitude of “whys”. A recent conversation with one of my grandchildren went something like this;  Them: “Can we go to the park today?”Me: “No, not today.”Them: “Why?”Me: "Because it’s raining.”Them: “Why?”Me: “Because God sent rain to water the flowers.”Them: “Why?”Me: “Because the flo...  Read More

1 Timothy 6:6 What brings you contentment? There are lots of “things” in life that do so. The older I get I think contentment becomes a bit easier. When I was young, there was a drive for materialism. I graduated high school and college in the 80s. The 80s introduced us to MTV and 24-hour music videos. The 80s brought changes economically and socially. Perhaps what the 80s are most known for (besi...  Read More

Luke 18:9-14 Just last week, Pastor John preached about being dependable. Are you teachable, serving, and humble? He used this point to draw a clear line about who should get the credit; that's right! Remember it's not about you or me. It's ALL about our heavenly Father. We must constantly remind ourselves of this truth and keep watch over what motivates us. Are we doing things to make ourselves l...  Read More

Read Philippians 3:7-11 “Oh to be like Thee! Oh to be like Thee!”. You may have heard or sung that hymn before. To be like Jesus every day is the ultimate goal! Paul had the right idea when it came to being like Jesus. In verse 10, Paul says he wants to KNOW Jesus and be like him. Oh, that I may know him! That you may know him. Not just about him but to follow him. Paul is such a great example to ...  Read More