Be Prepared

What is Discipleship?

Introduction: How did you learn most of the things that you know how to do? If you are handy with construction projects, you probably had someone that taught you on the job. If you are good with mechanical things, you may have started with learning how to change your oil. If you are good at knitting…

Broken and Poured Out

Introduction: What are your favorite holidays? We are about to be celebrating the 4th of July and this year is a special celebration as we celebrate 250 years of America’s Independence. You may have certain traditions that you follow and certain foods that you throw on the grill. You may find a pool…

The Discipline of a Father

Introduction: What is the worst trouble you ever got into? Don’t glorify your sin, but consider the response of your parents (or the lack thereof) Why did you parents discipline you? Because they love you Because they saw the danger your actions could create You’ve probably heard the phrase: “You are…

A Heart that Worships

Introduction: 6 Now when Jesus was at Bethany in the house of Simon the leper, 7 a woman came up to him with an alabaster flask of very expensive ointment, and she poured it on his head as he reclined at table. 8 And when the disciples saw it, they were indignant, saying, “Why this waste? 9 For this…

A Story of the Heart

Introduction: Vignettes Definition in Photography A vignette in photography refers to a technique where the edges of a photo are darker or less saturated than the center. This effect can be used intentionally to draw the viewer's attention to the subject in the center, creating a sense of depth and focus.…