You Can Know Them by Their Deeds By Rev. J. Loren Russell During this holiday season, there will be many requests for your time, your talents, and most significantly, your treasures. In the “Sermon on the Mount,” Jesus says we […]
By Reverend J. Loren Russell, BA, MDiv. Amos 5:24 NKJV “But let justice run down like water, and righteousness like a mighty stream.” When Amos penned these words, it was a time of great prosperity of for Israel and Judah. […]
On this Thanksgiving eve, here are a few scriptures of thanksgiving that I hope will encourage your heart. Psalms 97:12 NKJV“Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous, And give thanks at the remembrance of His holy name.” I Chronicles 16:34 NKJV“Oh, […]
By Reverend J. Loren Russell, BA, MDiv. I Chronicles 16:7-9 NKJV “On that day David first delivered this psalm into the hand of Asaph and his brethren, to thank the LORD: Oh, give thanks to the LORD! Call upon His […]
Written to one man, but for everyone. Be encouraged! Isaiah 41:10 CEV “Don’t be afraid. I am with you. Don’t tremble with fear. I am your God. I will make you strong, as I protect you with my arm and […]
They press on to the high calling of Christ Jesus, just like those who finish the race.
We Should Be There For Each Other “Let us be concerned for one another, to help one another to show love and to do good. Let us not give up the habit of meeting together, as some are doing. Instead, […]
Every generation and every society must make political decisions that will impact the entire nation.
Let Love Speak for Itself Romans 12:9-21 GNT “Love must be completely sincere. Hate what is evil, hold on to what is good. Love one another warmly as Christians, and be eager to show respect for one another. Work hard […]
By Reverend J. Loren Russell, BA, MDiv. Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 NKJV 9 Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. 10 For if they fall, one will lift up his companion. But woe to him […]
Colossians 3:13 NLT “Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.” Be Blessed! Rev. J. Loren Russell is an associate minister at both Goodwill and […]
James 1:2 KJV “My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations.” I looked up the word “temptation” in Greek because its use in the English language doesn’t capture the essence of the word as it is […]
By Rev. J. Loren Russell “If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging. If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing kindness […]
People respect individuals who have developed and valued a good name more than their desire for silver or gold.
Lost things and lost people must be saved.
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