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‘The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. ‘Proverbs 1:7 When I was a child, my grandfather, Rev. Richard Lee Curtis gave me some advice that changed my outlook on life. He told me… “Whenever you’re around adults, be quiet and listen to them. Then you’ll learn … Read more
Cheerful: Unlocking the Joy of Generosity Part 5 – The Key of Supply Scripture Focus:2 Corinthians 9:8–15 (NKJV) “And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work…”— 2 Corinthians 9:8 NKJV Series Reminder This series teaches us … Read more
Part 4 – The Key of Cheerfulness Primary Scripture II Corinthians 9:1–7 (NKJV) “So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.”— II Corinthians 9:7 NKJV Series Reminder This series teaches that generosity is not just about what you give.It’s about how you … Read more
“All Things New” 2 Corinthians 5:14–17 (NKJV) Vision Theme for 2026 “ALL THINGS NEW” Declaration: “I’m becoming who God wants me to be.” In 2025 you were challenged to Believe • Belong • Become. In 2026 you are called to move deeper into transformation: 1. Believe – Trust God, trust the process, hear God clearly, … Read more
Cheerful: Unlocking the Joy of Generosity — Part 3 Series Theme God calls us to live generously with our resources, time, service, and love. The “Cheerful” series teaches that generosity unlocks joy.So far, we’ve discovered: Scripture (NKJV) “But thanks be to God who puts the same earnest care for you into the heart of Titus…”— … Read more
Cheerful: Unlocking the Joy of Generosity — Part 2 Series Purpose God invites His people to give cheerfully—not grudgingly or by pressure—because generosity reflects His heart and brings real joy (2 Cor. 9:7). Today’s Big Idea Faithfulness turns good intentions into Kingdom impact. Love fuels it, faithfulness completes it, sincerity keeps it pure, and equity multiplies it … Read more
🌿 Cheerful: Unlocking the Joy of Generosity Part 1 – The Key of Surrender Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1–5 (NKJV) “Moreover, brethren, we make known to you the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia: that in a great trial of affliction the abundance of their joy and their deep poverty abounded in the riches … Read more
This article from Psychology Today explains why and how we receive grief from the actions of the political figures. According to Psychology Today, “Political grief can occur when we experience a loss of safety, trust, or hope for the future because of government practices and/or backlash to enacted policies.” The article goes on to say, … Read more
Part 4 – Freedom to Stand Your Ground Ezra 4:1-3 (NKJV) “Now when the adversaries of Judah and Benjamin heard that the descendants of the captivity were building the temple of the LORD God of Israel, they came to Zerubbabel and the heads of the fathers’ houses, and said to them, ‘Let us build with … Read more
Sermon Notes from Ezra 3:8–13 (NKJV) Series: Freedom: Releasing, Rebuilding, and Restoring God’s People2025 Vision: REVIVE US AGAIN! (Psalm 85) — “I believe God is reviving us again.” Scripture Reading Ezra 3:8–13 NKJV “Now in the second month of the second year of their coming to the house of God at Jerusalem, Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, Jeshua … Read more