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A Shift in Thinking (Colossians 3:1-4)

 This is one change is critical to our spiritual life and strength. It is a bridge between God’s promises and our response. https://youtu.be/gli7fxZZvqw  

New Article: Overflowing with Thankfulness

  On the evening of Tuesday, November 11, many people left the warmth and comfort of their homes to stand in the cold on dark, rural roads and look at the night sky. They were lured by the promise of spectacular Northern Lights, and they were not disappointed. Personally, I do not remember ever seeing them so bright and red. Stretching right across the sky and even over the top of us, they were amazing! The next day, my Facebook feed was flooded with pictures of the Northern Lights. It was as if people could not help themselves. They had seen something so beautiful and amazing that they had to acknowledge and share it. To me, that is a good picture of what gratitude should look like in our lives. Our blessings should overwhelm us to the point that we must see, celebrate, and share them. Thanksgiving should not be a one-time, limited, “Oh, isn’t that nice!” affair. Rather, it should be a constant mindset and the lens through which we see our world. ...

Comfort for our Concerns: How God’s grace changes everything (Colossians 2:8-15)

 If you think the message of the gospel is too simple, you likely have it right!  (The lesson is 28 minutes long.  Communion follows)  https://youtu.be/4i306hB8mak  

New Article: Influence Starts Here

  A Swiss Army knife, a Leatherman, or a similar multitool gadget is a good thing to keep in your toolbox, glove compartment, or junk drawer.   They will not provide every tool you will ever need, but they are a good starting point. So here is the question:   When it comes to people, where do you begin if you want to be an influence for good in someone’s life?   Colossians 2:1-5 provides us with two valuable tools.   First, Paul says, “My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart” (verse 2).   Boy, we need some encouragers who make it their business to strengthen and build others up.   Discouragement disables us and derails our plans.   I think Satan’s best tool against us right now is our own negative attitudes.   Our predisposition to focus on the bad or what could go wrong crushes our ambitions, hopes, and joy.   I am not saying we should be naïve, but I am saying that we had better see our blessings.   Secondly, Paul...

Living in Christ (Colossians 2:6-7)

 Christ gives us hope, access to God's grace and new life. This lesson outlines what our response to that should be.  https://youtu.be/ZnccclKJY8E  

Influence Starts Here (Colossians 2:1-5)

 No matter who you are dealing with, if you want to help and make a difference in their life, you must start here.  https://youtu.be/hj5sg9NU-K8