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Army Ranger to receive Medal of Honor for hostage rescue mission By Sean Kimmons, Army News Service September 3, 2020 WASHINGTON -- An Army Ranger who risked his life to save dozens of hostages facing imminent execution by ISIS fighters will be awarded the Medal of Honor, the White House announced Thursday.…

IF God is good, why is there evil? Why is this world so messed up? What we looked at last week answers that question, and is something we believers need to know in order to answer the questions that are raised. This world is messed up. There is evil because even though God revealed Himself and the way…

THE EXISTENCE OF GOD 1 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. 18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; 19 Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it…

1 A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth. 2 It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. 3 Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face…

We are just finishing up our birthday season. We have Christmas, then Nancy and Grace’s birthdays are in January, and David’s and mine are in February. That makes for a lot of gifts being given in two months. The kids have been thrilled. I am looking at the house, wondering what we are going to do with…

10 For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. 11 For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed. 12 For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call…

Ephesians 5:1–5 Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; and walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour. But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named amongst you,…

8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world. 9 For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of His Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers, 10 making request if, by some means, now at…

Last week we spoke on the Gospel and Faith. As someone put it, “unrestrained loyalty.” The Gospel is the power of God for salvation It is Gods righteousness revealed to man It is applied to faith. It starts with Jesus and ends with Jesus - AMEN Today we look at the flip side Paul’s talks about salvation…

You’ve probably never heard of the name Sayyid Qutb. But Sayyid Qutb has had a profound effect on your life. On your family, on your job, on your future, on your travel. Even though he died about forty years ago he has had profound influence on you through his worldview. How did he do that? Sayyid Qutb…

The Weeds Among the Wheat Last Sunday the readings reminded us that God's word works. It is supernatural; it is efficacious; it accomplishes what God desires and brings forth life and fruit. Today's readings are an interesting contrast. God's Word always works but sometimes not in the way you want it…

Death Is Final for Some Acts 20:17:31 ILLUSTRATION This is from an article I read some time ago, but is still holds true today. Death for someone who has not come to know God is a frightening prospect. And indeed it should be, for when one passes from this life there is no longer the possibility for…

Introduction Have ever been angry? What brought those feelings up in you. Was it a situation you saw, or something you experienced. What was your response. In scripture we are encouraged in our angry not to Sin. 26 Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, Anger is an emotion…

Seeing God at Work Among Us “I like work. I really do. I can sit and watch it for hours!” My practice of social interaction, certainly with people I don’t yet know, involves way more listening than talking. Sometimes I overhear people’s conversations or notice what they say in passing. I’m not trying…

During the French Revolution, there were three Christians who were sentenced to die by the guillotine. One Christian had the gift of faith, the other had the gift of prophecy, the other had the gift of helps. The Christian with the gift of faith was to be executed first. He was asked if he wanted to…

Introduction: It’s all about the Gospel | Romans 1:1-17 Doctrine of the Gospel | Romans 1:18-8:39 Divine Plan of the Gospel | Romans 9-11 Duty of the Gospel | Romans 12-14 Dedication of the Gospel | Romans 15-16 The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all the godlessness and wickedness…

Amos 3:1-15 Romans 8:31 tells us 31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? But the title of the sermon today reflects what happens if the opposite is true. Israel, at this point when Amos is speaking, has found herself in a very dangerous position because of…

Introduction: Well, good morning once again. I’m so glad you’ve joined us at Hope. Today we are continuing on in a series of sermons called Counter Culture: Answering the lies in culture with the truth. Last week Josh Monda was here and talked about how we as Christians should respond to the political…

Who we were and Who we are. 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. 17 For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith for faith, as it is written, “The righteous shall live by faith.”…

Why did God Command the Destruction of Nations? Part 1 This morning we are going to begin studying what for many people is a troubling passage of scripture. It is a passage that skeptics, atheists, and even some professed Christians would say indicates that God is not nice, or God is not fair, or the…

The Overview: Very Prevalent form of “cheap grace” theology. Masked in determinism and logical contradictions. God is Holy, Perfect and Just He is filled with both Love and Wrath We are Morally guilty before God due to sin Gods demand for righteousness must be kept We cannot possibly do it. Jesus did…

Seeking Truth in a World of Counterfeits Two weeks ago now, during the fourth of July weekend we began a sermon series I’m calling: Seeking Truth in a World of Counterfeits. We remembered Jesus saying, “You will know the truth and the truth will set you free.” and that started us on this journey. What…

A few quick reminders: A quick look back so we can look forward. The power of the Gospel originated from God ( Rom1:16 ) The outreach of the Gospel is to reach all men ( Rom1:16-17 ) The power of the gospel will produce faith ( Rom10:17 ) The power of the gospel will produce fruit ( Col1:5-6 ) The gospel…

We Lost Something Very Important Rev. Thomas A West, Sr June 12, 2022 Romans 1:18–25 (NKJV) Introduction What have we become? This country is more divided than it ever has been. What has always been there has exploded its like watching Mt Saint Helen erupting again. Like I said hatred and division of…

The power of the gospel Several weeks ago we looked at, did not finish looking at being unashamed of the gospel, and we should finish that before getting to the next section, which, by the way, may be a little hard to swallow. (Insert The gospel is for all picture here) Previously we have seen: Paul…