For all of you who nailed your “Unless Ultimatums” (defined as ‘anything’ that keeps you from being obedient to God) to the crosses at our Weddington and Monroe campuses–know that they are no more!–Nothing but ashes. But we didn’t need to burn them for that. Psalm 103:12 tells us that the Lord forgives and forgets […]
READ MORESome years back there was a story of a broken-hearted father who took out an ad in the Madrid newspaper. It read: “Dear Paco, meet me in front of this newspaper office at noon on Saturday. All is forgiven. I love you. Your father.” The next day scores of young men named Paco were there, […]
READ MOREEver heard this one? Ever said it yourself? If you’re a parent you’re probably sick of hearing this. Good news is it seems to taper off with age and maturity. However, I’m not sure it ever completely vanishes from our sinful DNA. Yesterday I informed my blog readers that there were a few more things […]
READ MOREWe finished our “Divine” series yesterday—a journey through the Gospel According to John. I absolutely love the hope, grace, forgiveness and divinity presented in this great gospel account! Covering so much material in our final lesson yesterday was tough—therefore, I want to take this week to add a few things that time wouldn’t allow me […]
READ MOREWe ended our nearly 2 year long journey through the gospel of John today. I love this gospel—to me it is the most personal of the four and most vividly displays Christ’s love and grace toward man. My own love and relationship with Jesus has deepened due to the study of this great book. Sorry […]
READ MOREThere must be a ginornous number of Christians out there wondering how they can live a more victorious Christian life. I know because one of the questions I get more than almost any other is just that… “Pastor Rob, how can I really make an impact?” Oh, it’s not always in those exact words. In […]
READ MORESunday, Monday Evening Mind Dump! The first of many trips to Haiti leaves in a little over 24 hours. This first trip is to demolish the remains of one of our sister church buildings that still lies in ruins after the earth quake a year and a half ago. Our team will do this, clean […]
READ MOREJust joining us on this one? Go here for part 1… So, dabbling in sin is not a viable option for the true Christ follower. That would seem obvious at first glance. However; observing this country’s behavior ( a country who claims to be 85% Christian) clearly shows that the majority feel a little dabbling, […]
READ MORELike it or not. Agree with it or not. NOT everything goes for the believer in Jesus Christ. God’s Word points to many things that are simply off limits to us at anytime, for any reason. Worshiping false Gods Sex outside of marriage Adultery Stealing You know, let’s start with the big 10—the […]
READ MOREEveryone needs a vacation sometime, but I always end up missing my Southbrook family whenever I’m away. This times was no exception—you all had way too much fun while I was gone! Clayton brought the Word with heat (as he usually does) and 45 decisions were made for Jesus Christ! Tell me, does that EVER […]
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