A Word for Today | John 16:33 In the first half of John 16:33 Jesus promises His peace to those who believe in Him and trust His Word, in whatever storm they may have to pass. The verse concludes with Jesus’ final words to His disciples before leaving to be arrested: “In this world you […]
Peace from Christ
A Word for Today | John 16:33 On the night of Jesus’ arrest, after sharing the Last Supper with His disciples, our Lord spoke words of comfort. Jesus knew that as soon as He was arrested a storm would break over the believers. He said: “The hour is coming, indeed it has come, when you […]
Our Mighty Fortress
A Word for Today | Psalm 46:1-3 Psalm 46 has inspired many Christians in times of trouble and danger. Martin Luther spent his life in constant peril because of the gospel and would turn his mind to this psalm when he was especially disheartened. His co-worker Philipp Melanchthon recalls Luther saying at such times, “Come, Philipp, let’s […]
Church Life Update (3/22)
I am Mel Duncan, an elder in the congregation and I want to bring you an update on the life of the church. For the foreseeable future, we will be suspending all ministry activity involving more than 10 people and conducting our Sunday worship services as well as the Sunday School Hour and Wednesday Night […]
Seeing the Chariots of Fire
A Word for Today | 2 Kings 6:15-17 One of my favorite Old Testament stories took place when the prophet Elisha was surrounded by enemy horsemen. In this situation, his servant was surprised that the prophet did not seem to be distressed. “Alas, my master! What shall we do?” he cried (2 Ki. 6:15). Elisha […]
Knowing that God is in Control
A Word for Today | Psalm 44 Psalm 44 is famous for its sense that God has abandoned his people by subjecting them to great trial. “Awake! Why are you sleeping, O Lord?” it asks (Ps. 44:23). “Why do you hide your face? Why do you forget our affliction and oppression? (Ps. 44:24). Events had […]
