Category Archives: Scripture

Knowing Jesus: The Story Behind the Name, Part 2

The angel of the Lord told Joseph and Mary to name their son after the great Old Testament military leader, Joshua — the one who led the Israelites to the promised land. I think that’s also a big part of … Continue reading

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Knowing Jesus: The Story Behind the Name, Part 1

There’s a story behind every name. I bet there’s a story behind your name. Maybe you’re named after someone or your parents selected that name for you because of it’s meaning. Maybe you took your spouse’s last name on the … Continue reading

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Knowing Jesus

New sermon series for 2024: Knowing Jesus, an in-depth look at the names and titles given to Jesus in the Scriptures. Hope you’ll join us at 9am on Sunday mornings at Mayfair Church of Christ or online at mayfair.org. Happy … Continue reading

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Best Books of 2023

Each year, I set myself a goal of reading one book per week. It’s an ambitious goal and I rarely ever hit the mark. This year I’m finishing with a total of 45 books read. But given the hectic pace … Continue reading

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The Five Love Languages: Receiving Gifts, Part 2

The Bible tells us that God is the best gift-giver. James 1:17, Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. God’s gifts are good … Continue reading

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A Weary World Rejoices

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The Five Love Languages: Physical Touch, Part 3

You really see all of this coming together in a Gospel story about two people who were healed by Jesus through physical touch. Matthew 9:18-25 …a ruler came in and knelt before him, saying, “My daughter has just died, but … Continue reading

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The Five Love Languages: Physical Touch, Part 2

Since Jesus is our ultimate example, I want to look at how He did this. Jesus didn’t come to earth as a ghost or a spirit. He came in a physical body. John 1:14, The Word became flesh and dwelt … Continue reading

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The Five Love Languages: Acts of Service, Part 2

We’ve already talked about words of affirmation in this series. Some people really need to hear those words in order for their emotional tanks to be filled. But there are others among us who are more of the mindset that … Continue reading

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The Five Love Languages: Acts of Service, Part 1

For the past few weeks, I’ve been reflecting on the five love languages identified by Dr. Gary Chapman. I think this has the potential to spark good discussion with loved ones, with the goal of being more attuned to the … Continue reading

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