Living Stones
by Paul Veerman on February 1st, 2025
I’ve never looked at rocks as living organisms. Stones don’t move on their own. They are inanimate objects. You can’t say they were ever dead because they were never alive. For example, pet rocks are not really pets. Read More
Hope Rekindled: The Kingdom's Spiritual Power and Global Reach
by Chestnut Mountain Presbyterian Church on January 27th, 2025
Life can be hard, sometimes crushingly so. We start out hopeful, seeking to make a difference, but the harsh realities of a fallen world often erode that hope. Disappointment, frustration, and hurt take their toll, leaving us cynical, resentful, or simply checked out.
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A Simple Faith; A Complicated Life
by Paul Veerman on January 25th, 2025
We must still apply the Gospel to every aspect of our complex lives. We no longer reason like a child. We don’t talk like one, and our responsibilities are hundredfold. Can I bring Christ into my crazy busy life and maintain a childlike innocence? I have to. Read More
The Rebirth Portal
by Paul Veerman on January 22nd, 2025
The Lord has called me into his presence and looks at me kindly. It seems like I have only been in heaven for a split second, but truthfully, it has been many years in Earth's time. He speaks softly to me and says, “It’s time, Paul. It’s time to greet our newest family member.” Read More
The Book of Acts: A Continuing Story of Jesus' Ministry
by Chestnut Mountain Presbyterian Church on January 21st, 2025
In a world that often dismisses Christianity as a "tired product," the Book of Acts stands as a powerful testament to the ongoing, vibrant ministry of Jesus Christ. Far from being a mere historical account, Acts reveals a profound truth: Jesus' work didn't end with His ascension – it continues today through His church. Read More
Tough Questions, Difficult Answers
by Paul Veerman on January 20th, 2025
Why is Christianity so exclusive? This is a question that many non-believers use to discredit Christianity. I’ve heard it many times. It is a tough question to answer because following Christ IS EXCLUSIVE, but it is not exclusive to how the world thinks. Read More
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Archive
2026
January
The Beginning of the Gospel: Finding Level Ground at the RiverThe Man from Nazareth: Finding Hope in an Unexpected SaviorWhen Jesus Calls: Discovering Your True Identity in the Kingdom of GodWhen Authority Meets MercyWhose Voice Are You Listening To?When Healing Isn't the Point: Finding Diamonds Amongst the Gold
2025
January
Standing Firm in the Face of Spiritual Warfare: Insights from Ephesians 6My Words from God’s WordBubble Wrapped LifeTough Questions, Difficult AnswersThe Book of Acts: A Continuing Story of Jesus' MinistryThe Rebirth PortalA Simple Faith; A Complicated LifeHope Rekindled: The Kingdom's Spiritual Power and Global Reach
February
Living StonesLeadership in the Kingdom: Following Jesus Through His Chosen OnesPersistent PrayerThe Great Repair: How God is Mending Our Broken WorldDarkness-Light, Evil-Good, Sin-ForgivenessTrading Up: Finding True Satisfaction in ChristWealth and the Kingdom of GodThe Reluctant Prophet: Lessons from Jonah's Journey
March
April
May
June
The Radical Inclusivity of God's LoveThe Unexpected Power of Prayer: Lessons from Acts 12The Journey Comes Home: Cultivating a Culture of EvangelismSight and InsightThe Extraordinary Church: Lessons from AntiochCan the West Be Won for Christ?“Alles gut.” It’s Okay.The Gospel: Subversive and Submissive
July
August
September
The Power of God's Blessing: Finding Peace in His PromisesFinding Joy in Life's Waiting RoomsThe Exodus: A Testament to God's Sovereignty and MercyThe Power of Joy in Adversity: Lessons from Paul's ImprisonmentThe Unshakeable Holiness of God: Lessons from Exodus TenLiving for Christ: Finding Joy in Uncertainty and Hope in Death
November
The Profound Mystery: How Christ's Love for His Church Should Shape Our LivesFrom the Depths to the Heights: The Journey of ForgivenessThree Hard Commands That Transform Church LifeLiving on the Cusp of Eternity: Finding Purpose in the Final WordsJesus, the True and Better MosesWhen Life Brings Disappointment: Finding Hope in the Gospel
