1 John 1:5-2:2 — God is Light. Jesus Christ is the Light of the world and the Light of life. In Christ, we are children of the Light. Therefore, we must walk in the Light and live as children of the Light. We are to be the light of the world that reflects God’s light into the world. Christ, who is the Light that is always with us, enables us to walk in the light and live as light.
Read MoreThe Holiness of God — Isaiah 6:1-8 & Revelation 4:1-5:12 — When we come face-to-face with the holiness of God the only proper response is to worship the God who grants us relationship and willingly serve in His name.
Read MoreDo Not Be Afraid (Lamentations 2:18-19; 1:9,20; 3:55-57; Mt 1:20-24; Lk 1:11-20; 28-38; 2:9-17; Mt 28:5-10; Heb 13:1-8) — Do not be afraid to follow Jesus wholeheartedly and live the kingdom live in this world. Do not be afraid to be different. Do not be afraid to live in the power of the Holy Spirit. Whatever may happen in this new year, do not be afraid because the living Lord is with us and will never leave us.
Read MoreAs we enter this new year we must not fear. We must not be anxious. Be strong and courageous. Seek first the Kingdom. These are the instructions of our Lord. How? Repent, Rely, Rejoice. Repent — turn back to God. Rely — trust in God. Rejoice — rejoice in the Lord always, glorify God in everything we do. Three R’s to remember and to live by during this new year.
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