Trading Up: Finding True Satisfaction in Christ
by Chestnut Mountain Presbyterian Church on February 17th, 2025
Are you satisfied with where you are in life? Is there a yearning or longing for something more? These questions invite us to pause and reflect on our spiritual journey. In a world that constantly pushes us to seek satisfaction in material possessions, career achievements, or personal accolades, we're challenged to consider a different perspective – one that finds ultimate fulfillment in knowing Jesus Christ. Read More
Darkness-Light, Evil-Good, Sin-Forgiveness
by Paul Veerman on February 12th, 2025
As the story goes, a college student was challenged by an atheist professor with the question, “If God created everything, did he then create evil? If he created evil, how could he be a good God? If he is not completely good, why should I worship him?”
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The Great Repair: How God is Mending Our Broken World
by Chestnut Mountain Presbyterian Church on February 9th, 2025
In a world where things constantly fall apart, we often find ourselves longing for restoration. From shattered ceramics to broken relationships, from physical ailments to emotional wounds, the entropy of our universe seems to pull everything towards disorder and decay. But what if there was a force powerful enough to reverse this trend? What if there was a promise of repair so profound that it could mend not just our possessions, but our very souls? Read More
Persistent Prayer
by Paul Veerman on February 7th, 2025
When I read Acts 12:5-17, I was amazed that God answered the church's prayers to free Peter from prison. They were praying fervently for Peter’s release but didn’t expect God to do it in the way that he did. They prayed for hours, yet ... Read More
Leadership in the Kingdom: Following Jesus Through His Chosen Ones
by Chestnut Mountain Presbyterian Church on February 2nd, 2025
In the days following Jesus' ascension, a pivotal moment unfolded in the early church. The disciples, now without their physical leader, found themselves in a period of waiting and preparation. This time, often overlooked, holds profound lessons for us about leadership, community, and following Jesus.
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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
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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
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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
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June
The Radical Inclusivity of God's LoveThe Journey Comes Home: Cultivating a Culture of EvangelismThe Unexpected Power of Prayer: Lessons from Acts 12Sight and InsightThe Extraordinary Church: Lessons from AntiochCan the West Be Won for Christ?“Alles gut.” It’s Okay.The Gospel: Subversive and Submissive
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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
