to be a Pharisee, so we are influenced to become what we are. Saul's conversion began as 

Jesus asked "Why are you doing this?", but it would have come to naught had he not

listened. Will you listen to Jesus when He asks "Why do you do this?"

Jesus uncovers these effortlessly, but then offers us His eternal spring of quenching water.

The woman was so unraveled that she left her pitcher at the well in her haste to share the

encounter. Can you share the quenching water of Christ that way?

in God's abundance. If you find yourself in need, remember that God will provide

for His people. Don't let your fear unravel you!

because of his occupation. Jesus, however, felt him worthy enough to dine at his home.

Zacchaeus immediately repented of his sins. As always, Jesus does the unexpected. By reflection, 

Jesus lit the sins of Zacchaeus and the hypocrisy of his neighbors. You, too, can be found worthy!

through a shared hardship or pain. If we can feel empathy for another, our 

situations may change our feelings in a different direction. This can often result in a 

positive change in our behavior.

only Peter had the courage to try to meet Him partway. The rest of the disciples

sat in the boat. Will you have the courage and faith to try to meet Him, 

or will you sit in the boat & wish for peace?

You may be surprised to find that, when you feel totally unraveled,

God provides times of joy in the midst of chaos.

grave clothes he was wrapped in. For us to be resurrected to new life in

our spirit, we must rid ourselves of our "grave clothes". What are the things 

you are wrapped in which keep your spirit dead?

Fortunately, the miracles of Jesus do not depend on our faith. He does not need our help

for that. Rather, His deeds, combined with our faith in Him, are meant to 

show the full glory of God and His creations.

As fully God and fully man, Jesus was able to experience the emotions and concerns of His followers.

Thus, He was able to give Mary & Martha the comfort they needed in a time of distress.

Isn't this the kind of leader you would want to follow?

death of her brother, Lazarus. Jesus will help us find our way when we are in pain.

Remember that as darkness gives way at sunrise, our darkness & pain

will give way to light at Son Rise!!

unable to wait for anything. Jesus, and all that He gives us, is worth waiting for.

During this time of forced inactivity, we should step back, take a break, and

wait for the wonders & gifts that Christ brings.

all obstacles. Many of us wish God was like that for us. But, if we never face adversity,

we never have the chance to develop our strength, or experience God's comfort.

Don't wish for the "lawnmower" God; instead, reach for Him in time of need!

But when we ask Jesus for His help, in faith and with expectation, He can change 

that feeling. Then we feel like we have emerged into the light of life.

Grasp that feeling today!! 

things Jesus teaches about. Being children of God, these thoughts will then lead 

us to act upon those things in accordance with His teachings. The peace of 

God will then be evident in us.

Instead, he endured his hardship, with God's help, and found the peace of Christ.

In this way, we too can find joy no matter what our situation.

Pastor Chris explains in today's message.

with others & with Christ. To grow & mature as Christians, we need to press on 

toward better knowledge of Him. However, we needn't completely forget our past

because that which we experience can often help comfort & aid another.