Here are a few things we believe about missions at Trinity. We want “to so present Christ Jesus in the power of the Holy Spirit, that men, women, boys and girls shall come to put their trust in God through Him, to accept Him as their Savior, and serve Him as their King in the … Continue reading What We Believe About Evangelism and Missions
Devotional Thoughts
A Helpful Sermon by Richard Pratt
Dr. Richard Pratt preaches on Genesis 12:1-3. Much has changed in our city over the past two weeks. Do you want to go back to the way things were before? If not, Genesis 12:1-3 offers us three things: Figure out in whom you are going to trust, get your expectations straight in this life, and … Continue reading A Helpful Sermon by Richard Pratt
Pastoral Charge for Our Graduating High School Seniors
I want to charge you briefly as we celebrate this milestone in your life. The Apostle Paul pronounces a blessing on all those who follow Jesus in the ancient city of Thessalonica. In it, he offers to them and to you two safe spiritual harbors for a lifetime of meditation and reflection: God’s love and … Continue reading Pastoral Charge for Our Graduating High School Seniors
Broken City…Broken Heart…Pleading the Promises
Recently while reading Nehemiah 1, this thought struck me: Broken walls lead to a broken and repentant heart that desperately pleads and trusts the promises of God. Father, break our hearts with the things that break your heart. Give us grace to confess and not condone or excuse sin. We have forgotten you days without … Continue reading Broken City…Broken Heart…Pleading the Promises
Should the PCUSA have cleared the way for gay pastors?
As a follower of Jesus who is convinced that God’s design for sexuality does not include homosexual relationships, I am saddened by the development outlined in this article: http://outsmartmagazine.com/2011/05/presbyterian-church-usa-vote-affirms-lgbt-clergy-called-to-serve-the-church/ From my reading of Scripture, this movement (LGBT) grieves the heart of God and undermines his expressed will and original intention of one man... one woman... together … Continue reading Should the PCUSA have cleared the way for gay pastors?
When Tigers Come and Tear Your Dreams Apart
You may have heard of British singing sensation, Susan Boyle. She became an overnight international star after her unexpected performance on Britain’s Got Talent. She sang ‘I Dreamed a Dream’ from Les Miserables and she virtually stopped the show with her phenomenal voice. The lyrics go like this: “I dreamed a dream in time gone … Continue reading When Tigers Come and Tear Your Dreams Apart
A Psalm Prayer – Hurricane Katrina and Tuscaloosa Tornado
A prayer based upon my Psalm reading that I prayed the day after Hurricane Katrina. May the Lord do the same for us in Tuscaloosa. Heavenly Father, Psalm 140:7-8 says: O LORD, my Lord, the strength of my salvation, you have covered my head in the day of battle. Grant not, O LORD, the desires … Continue reading A Psalm Prayer – Hurricane Katrina and Tuscaloosa Tornado
The Value of a Heaven-Inspired, Praying Mother
This coming weekend we celebrate Mother's Day. It is fitting that we pray to our faithful God that He might "turn the hearts of the fathers to their children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers" (Malachi 4:6). This coming weekend is an opportunity for us to take time out to honor our … Continue reading The Value of a Heaven-Inspired, Praying Mother
CT – Verses most quoted after the death of Osama bin Laden
'Do Not Gloat' vs. 'Joy to the Righteous' Editor's note: President Barack Obama's news that al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden was killed after a firefight in Abbottabad, Pakistan, sparked one of Twitter's heaviest usage periods ever, with more than 4,000 tweets a second. The event was even reported live on Twitter, with Donald Rumsfeld's … Continue reading CT – Verses most quoted after the death of Osama bin Laden
The Lord’s Mercy and The Black Horse of Affliction
In the Fellowship of the Ring, the ominous Nazgul ride into the peaceful Shire on huge black horses pursuing Frodo and the other hobbits looking for the ring of power. This graphic scene portrays what oftentimes happens in our lives: All is peaceful, happy, and simple. Then the black horse of affliction rides into our … Continue reading The Lord’s Mercy and The Black Horse of Affliction
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