Archive for July 2025

Matthew 11:28-30 Introduction: Peace, quiet and rest in NM. “Rest” is defined as “peace, ease or refreshment.” “Relax” means “to become loose or less firm, to have a milder manner, to be less stiff.” The Bible speaks quite highly of rest. It is a repeated theme throughout Scripture, beginning with the creation week (Genesis 2:2-3).…

2 Kings 18 Introduction: I doubt any (many) of you know these names: Elah, Zimri, Tibni, Ahizah, Athaliah, Shallum.  That just a few of the evil kings of Israel. The names of the evil kings of Israel or Judah are not exactly household names.  But these you’ve probably heard of: Asa, Jehoshaphat, Jotham, Hezikiah, Josiah. …

1 Samuel 8 Introduction: Some of you may follow the British Monarchy. It was probably at it’s height in popularity when Princess Diana came onto the seen.Princes Diana was born on July 1, 1961 (a few days older than Sara and I) and died on August 31, 1997. In 1 Samuel 8:5-8 the Israelites ask…

Ruth 1:1-6 Leviticus 25:10, Deuteronomy 25 Introduction: As we are here on this Communion Sunday, I want to explain to you what is commonly understood as a ‘kinsman redeemer’. To understand, we have to go back to Leviticus to gather the necessary information about Sabbatical Years. Question: What is a Sabbatical Year? What is a…

Everyone Want’s a King. Choose wisely!

On Sunday, July 15, Pastor Mike will visit the Life and reforms of King Hezekiah and the deterrents he had to deal with.