May 1, 2020
by Jonathan Rourke
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The woman makes the man, for better or worse. The Bible often fuses the reputation of husband to wife. Eve, Delilah, and Jezebel brought shame. Curiously, women seem to resist the bad influence of their husbands more effectively. So, almost in passing we read "Her husband is known in the gates when he sits among the elders of the land" (Proverbs 31:23). Of course, just lik...
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April 30, 2020
by Jonathan Rourke
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The Bible is the word of God in written form, meant for our instruction and correction. It's both a sword and a shield. It cuts through and defends against falsehood, so it must speak. Independent from any help, that fact remains "Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. Do not add to his words, lest he rebuke you and you be found a li...
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April 23, 2020
by Jonathan Rourke
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Dinner with a winner can be beneficial, but Proverbs 23:1-3 reminds us, "When you sit down to eat with a ruler, observe carefully what is before you, and put a knife to your throat if you are given to appetite. Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food". Powerful, prosperous, or popular people are also persuasive. It's flattering to be invited into their pr...
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April 22, 2020
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Good morning Men of Tri City,
I pray that everyone is doing well and staying healthy. I also pray that everyone using the technology that we have been blessed with and taking advantage of the opportunities that are available either through Vimeo or ZOOM. The Pastor has posted PODCASTS on the Thessalonians series (you can find these by looking under sermons then sort by se...
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April 22, 2020
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Good morning Men of Tri City,
I pray that everyone is doing well and staying healthy. I also pray that everyone using the technology that we have been blessed with and taking advantage of the opportunities that are available either through Vimeo or ZOOM. The Pastor has posted PODCASTS on the Thessalonians series (you can find these by looking under sermons then sort by se...
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April 21, 2020
by Jonathan Rourke
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Remember that way of making sure the split is fair? What if that applied to worship? What if we asked God to choose between loving our neighbor, and formal worship? Proverbs 21:3 says, "To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to Yahweh than sacrifice". The first is literally "Yahweh's choice", and if the Spirit fills us, we offer both....
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April 17, 2020
by Jonathan Rourke
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Look at all the people walking around your neighborhood. Then look at how they pair up. Same pace. Same direction. Same stamina. Same style, or lack of style. Proverbs 13:20 says, "Whoever walks with the wise will become wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm."Our literal walking companions are affected by physical limitations. Our spiritual walking partners can...
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April 17, 2020
by Jonathan Rourke
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Presently, construction workers are considered essential workers. This fact came to mind while reading Proverbs 14:1 "The wisest of women builds her house; but folly with her own hands tears it down". The greatest construction workers are women, wives, and mothers. The ones who consistently, and joyfully serve the Lord by managing the home (and the people who live it), do ...
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April 17, 2020
by Jonathan Rourke
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Presently, construction workers are considered essential workers. This fact came to mind while reading Proverbs 14:1 "The wisest of women builds her house; but folly with her own hands tears it down". The greatest construction workers are women, wives, and mothers. The ones who consistently, and joyfully serve the Lord by managing the home (and the people who live it), do ...
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