Refreshment for Our Souls
After God spent six days creating, Genesis tells us on the seventh day he rested from all his work. God builds this pattern of work and rest into the law, … Read More
Wise in Our Own Eyes
The wisdom of this proverb tells us that life is far too complex to figure out on our own, and that we should trust God to help simplify it and … Read More
Rhythm of Rest
Rhythm of Rest from Centralia Church of the Nazarene on Vimeo. Genesis 2:2-3 By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh … Read More
A Person of Noble Character
A friend recently asked, “What does it mean to be noble?” It’s a great question, as it’s not a word we use very often to describe people any longer. You … Read More
His Grace is Sufficient
Scripture is consistent in its counsel to find ways to rejoice and give glory to God, even in the worst of our circumstances. As I read through some of Paul’s … Read More
God’s Church or Mine?
Paul preaches one message about Jesus, forgiveness and freedom, and the following week the whole town shows up for church! But now we have a problem, the Jewish people become … Read More
Listening for God’s Guidance
Five guys are gathered in a room praying and worshipping God, and the Holy Spirit speaks to them, saying he wants them to send Saul and Barnabas out on a … Read More
The Mindset of Abundance
The author of Hebrews challenges us to spur one another on to love and good deeds. While this becomes the natural fruit of a transformed life, laziness creeps in and … Read More