The Power of God's Blessing: Finding Peace in His Promises
by Chestnut Mountain Presbyterian Church on September 7th, 2025
In the bustling chaos of our daily lives, we often find ourselves yearning for a moment of peace, a whisper of reassurance that everything will be alright. What if I told you that such comfort exists, and it's been right there in the Bible all along? Let's explore the profound wisdom and comfort found in one of the most beautiful blessings in Scripture – the Aaronic Benediction.In Numbers 6:22-27,... Read More
The Journey Continues: Reflections on Acts 28
by Chestnut Mountain Presbyterian Church on August 31st, 2025
As we turn the final pages of the book of Acts, we find ourselves not at an ending, but at a new beginning. The apostle Paul has finally reached Rome after a tumultuous journey filled with storms, shipwrecks, and even a snake bite. Yet, as we read the closing verses of this remarkable narrative, we're left with more questions than answers. What happened to Paul in Rome? How did his hearing with Ca... Read More
Freedom in Christ
by Paul Veerman on August 20th, 2025
And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:32For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to ayoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 One of the most significant lies in our culture is that freedom doesn’t have rules. If I am truly free, I will have no limitations, and my behavior will have no moral bounds. When the apostles John and Paul talk... Read More
The Way: Truth, Submission, and Counter-Cultural Living
by Chestnut Mountain Presbyterian Church on August 17th, 2025
In a world of diverse beliefs and spiritual paths, there's a way that stands apart - a way that claims to be the truth, demands submission, and challenges cultural norms. This way is rooted in the person of Jesus Christ, who boldly declared, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."As we explore the book of Acts, particularly chapter 19, we encounter a ... Read More
The Subversive Power of the Gospel: Turning the World Upside Down
by Chestnut Mountain Presbyterian Church on August 10th, 2025
In a world often characterized by cynicism and despair, there's a hunger for something more. A place where broken and tired people are welcomed with love and tenderness. A community that gives itself away in service, eagerly sharing hope and purpose. This is what the church should be - a beacon of light in a darkened world.But when such a church truly proclaims the gospel of Jesus Christ, it doesn... Read More
Modern Day Parables
by Paul Veerman on August 6th, 2025
There are 38 parables that Jesus used to explain spiritual concepts. They help us understand theological issues—for example, the ten virgins in Mathew 25. The purpose is to be prepared for the return of Christ, the bridegroom. That makes sense. It’s not profound, but clear. How about the lost coin in Luke 15? The parable emphasizes the immense joy in heaven over the repentance of one lost sinner. ... Read More
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The Power of God's Blessing: Finding Peace in His Promises
September 7th, 2025
The Journey Continues: Reflections on Acts 28
August 31st, 2025
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