Archive for January, 2010
National
Friday, January 29th, 2010From the Word: Seeking the Kingdom (from Matthew 13:44-58)
”The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure hidden in the field, which a man found and hid; and from joy over it he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking fine pearls, and upon [...]
Personal - accountable relationships
Thursday, January 21st, 2010From the Word: Strength and action (a cross reference from reading Matthew 13:24-43)
”By smooth words he will turn to godlessness those who act wickedly toward the covenant, but the people who know their God will display strength and take action.” (Daniel 11:32 NASB)
[ In Matthew 13:43, "Then the righteous will shine forth as the sun in the kingdom [...]
Global - Haiti earthquake relief
Friday, January 15th, 2010The scope of the tragedy in Haiti touches our hearts and we want to do something right now. The needs are immense and immediate. What can I do? For most of us, the first obvious thing is to pray, the next is to give money.
I encourage you to join us in prayer for the [...]
Philadelphia Metro
Thursday, January 7th, 2010From the Word: Protect my heart! (from Matthew 13:10 - 17)
”In their case the prophecy of Isaiah is being fulfilled, which says, ‘You will keep on hearing, but will not understand, you will keep on seeing, but will not perceive; for the heart of this people has become dull …’” (Matthew 13:14-15a NASB)
Lord, why did their hearts [...]