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TRUTH HURTS 1 THESSALONIANS 2:13-16
by Howard Andersen on May 5th, 2024
If you have ever experienced being misunderstood, misused, misdirected, or misdiagnosed, you understand the frustration that life and people can bring. It often feels like everyone else is frustrated as well. We all need truth in every aspect of life, and without it, frustration, fear, and futility dominate our days. However, understanding and finding the truth can be a challenge for us all, and a...  Read More
CHANGES JOHN 2:13-25
by Howard Andersen on April 30th, 2024
Change is not only inevitable but also the only constant in life... If you find yourself in a season of undesired or unexpected change, we yearn for answers, guidance, and hope. This study serves as a practice in standing firm in the midst of whatever challenges life may present. Come and join us as we embark on a journey towards positive transformation!...  Read More
COMPLETE 1 THESSALONIANS 2:1-12
by Howard Andersen on April 28th, 2024
A motivational speaker from decades gone by wrote a book titled, "How to Win Friends and Influence People," which rocketed to the top of the New York Times bestseller list and has been one of the longest books ever on that list. Why? Because most of us have an innate desire to achieve success in every and any direction we head. However, for most, this has been elusive. Is there a better way? With ...  Read More
TASTE OF HEAVEN JOHN 2:1-12
by Howard Andersen on April 23rd, 2024
Oh, when you're young, there is so much unknown and much more to discover. There is a sense of wonder and excitement that fuels the engine powering the imagination of youth. For far too many among us, time has either robbed our passion or we've simply let them quietly or painfully slip away. What if I told you that there is more left on the table yet to be uncovered for you? Would you dare to beli...  Read More
BASIC 1 THESSALONIANS 1:1-10
by Howard Andersen on April 20th, 2024
Life can become quite intricate, my friend.Relationships with our families, friends, and coworkers often seem to grow increasingly complex.There may be moments when you feel misunderstood, and you acknowledge that understanding others can also be a challenge.Inquiring if there exists a solution that can provide lasting solace, you wonder...Fear not, for there is indeed a solution that awaits you, ...  Read More
FOLLOW JOHN 1:40-51
by Howard Andersen on April 16th, 2024
Could there be anything easier than following?It never requires skill, asks for little training or self-confidence.There’s no qualification whatsoever.Only one simple direction: "Follow Me!"We all have unanswered questions, unmet needs, and shattered expectations.Could there be a place where we find the answers, fill the gaps and heal every pain? Join us as we follow......  Read More
BALANCED LIFE COLOSSIANS 4:11-18
by Howard Andersen on April 13th, 2024
How often do you feel out of balance? Do you frequently react to negative events in life without composure or confidence? You may wish for a life that is uneventful and pleasant, but unfortunately, that is not the reality on planet Earth. However, there is a perspective and power available to us. Would you like to join us?...  Read More
ALL I NEED JOHN 1:35-43
by Howard Andersen on April 9th, 2024
All I need is... and you fill in the blank or blanks! There are usually multiple answers to that statement. All I need is someone or something. What if I told you that there is one very specific answer to anything or everything that could fulfill that longing in your heart? Would you want to know?Join us if you dare......  Read More
SAY WHAT? COLOSSIANS 4:2-6
by Howard Andersen on April 7th, 2024
Have you ever said something that you wish you hadn't? It is amazing how much damage has been done simply by saying the wrong thing at the wrong place at the worst possible time. Some of us have been devastated by things that have been spoken to us, and the scars for many have never gone away. There is an answer for those among us who really struggle with this. However, it may surprise you to know...  Read More
WHY? LUKE 24:1-10
by Howard Andersen on April 2nd, 2024
How are you? Do you have everything that you need? Are you content with what you have and where you are? Is there anything missing from your life? Could it be that the things that you want, which are missing, are not necessarily the things that you need? What if I could point you in the direction that would fulfill your every need? Would you go there?Join us......  Read More
A NEW WAY TO LIVE COLOSSIANS 3:18-4:1
by Howard Andersen on March 31st, 2024
We can so easily grow weary of the same old same old. Looking at life and thinking we were made for something better, something more. I’ve got news for you, there is!Join us…...  Read More
THE LEFTOVERS MATTHEW 21:1-11
by Howard Andersen on March 26th, 2024
I can still remember one meal that my wife made as if it were yesterday.Decades have come and gone since then.The memory of the taste is still fresh on my tongue.Oh to have that meal again! For far too many life has lost its flavor...The taste like that meal is just a memory.Today has lost its savor and tomorrow only has bitterness on the menu.If you are there, I have great news for you!We’ve save...  Read More
PEACE PROCESS COLOSSIANS 3:15-17
by Howard Andersen on March 23rd, 2024
Too many of us are living this year in the midst of economic stress, social unrest, global conflict and economic pressure few of us have seen in our lifetime. Top it all off this is an election year! How on earth do you navigate this water? There is a peace that passes understanding available for you, if you want it, you can have it. Join us…...  Read More
HARBINGER JOHN 1:19-34
by Howard Andersen on March 19th, 2024
Interesting word, harbinger. Not a word we use very often. This is a word that could be used interchangeably, like the word announcer: One who makes ready for something to come. That is the role of every believer - not to be the way, but to pave the way for something or someone greater. An announcer is not the star; they prepare people for the event. That's the complete role and responsibility of ...  Read More
PRIORITIES COLOSSIANS 3:5-14
by Howard Andersen on March 17th, 2024
Most of us struggle when it comes to keeping our priorities straight.It is easy to get pulled in different directions, wasting time and energyon things that won't fulfill our ultimate purpose in life.Jesus said that He came to give us abundant life, but many of us miss outbecause of misplaced priorities.There is a process to keep things in order and not miss out on life. Join us and discover the a...  Read More
BLESS THIS MESS JOHN 1:14-18
by Howard Andersen on March 12th, 2024
Relationships are always messy. If you've been in one for any length of time, you know that messy is a fact of life when it comes to relationships. We get bent, broken, and all twisted up over a relationship gone wrong. Is there a way to deal with the wrong and still be healthy? The answer is, without question, yes, but it's gonna be messy. I give you Jesus, the only option for blessing in the mes...  Read More
IMPOSSIBLY POSSIBLE COLOSSIANS 2:20-3:4
by Howard Andersen on March 9th, 2024
There are no limits on what is possible when it comes to faith in Christ!The word from Jesus is, "With God, all things are possible." Are you in an impossible situation? God makes the impossible possible! Want to know more? Join us......  Read More
OUT OF THE DARKNESS JOHN 1:6-13
by Howard Andersen on March 5th, 2024
One of the scariest moments of my life occurred when I was young. My friends and I were exploring old limestone mines in southern Illinois. Deep inside a mine on a hill, my best friend decided to turn off our only flashlight. The darkness was so intense that we couldn't see anything in front of us. I was terrified and couldn't even move. However, when the flashlight was turned back on, we made our...  Read More
FREEDOM LIVES COLOSSIANS 2:14-19
by Howard Andersen on March 2nd, 2024
Freedom never comes easily. In fact, freedom necessitates discipline. As the esteemed Mortimer J. Adler once wisely stated, "True freedom is unattainable without a mind liberated through discipline." If this concept appears perplexing, I invite you to accompany us on a journey of understanding and growth. Together, we shall explore the profound connection between freedom and discipline, and illumi...  Read More
THIS IS GOD JOHN 1:1-14
by Howard Andersen on February 27th, 2024
When we reflect on the life-changing experiences in our personal history, there is often a common factor: relationships. Relationships hold immense power and significance in shaping the course of our lives. They have the potential to lead us towards destruction or greatness, depending on whether the impact is positive or negative. It only takes one relationship to make a significant difference. Is...  Read More
THE QUEST COLOSSIANS 2:8-13
by Howard Andersen on February 25th, 2024
In this life, there seems to be a constant search for fulfillment. When we find a relationship that leaves us empty, we continue the search for that perfect partner. This quest affects every part of our lives—living situations, work situations, even when it comes to our recreation. And so the quest goes on. Is there a place where life and discovery merge together to show us fulfillment? The answer...  Read More
The Gamble REVELATION 22:6-21
by Howard Andersen on February 20th, 2024
Recently  while waiting in line at a convenience store, I observed someone spending over $100 on Lottery Tickets.It made me think, "They must have money to burn." Then, I came across the story of an unclaimed winning Lottery Ticket worth $36 million dollars! What a waste! What are we investing in, looking forward to, and hoping for in life? I have a surefire investment strategy for you with guaran...  Read More
RELATIONSHIP REVELATION COLOSSIANS 2:1-7
by Howard Andersen on February 17th, 2024
For most of us, building real intimate relationships can be challenging. For some, it may even seem impossible...Instead of sticking it out through difficult relationships, many of us find it easier to move from person to person or from place to place. But could we be missing out on something truly life-transforming by avoiding these challenging situations and the people within them?There is a hid...  Read More
THE MISSING PIECE REVELATION 21-22:5
by Howard Andersen on February 13th, 2024
Way too many of us are spending way too much time and energy looking for that missing piece. What missing piece, you ask? It is the endless search for almost anything or anyone that might fill the void and bring about a sense of peace and contentment that remains elusive. But fret not, for we have the answer you've been searching for! Join us......  Read More
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