Monthly Archives: February 2018

To glorify God

Posted on February 10, 2018 by David Nuottila

Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18 Imagine holding in your hand a fresh, bright, red apple. There is not a single blemish on it; the apple is perfect and you cannot wait to take a bite. Sinking your teeth into the fruit, you … Continue reading →

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The truth in us

Posted on February 9, 2018 by David Nuottila

1 John 2:7-17 “If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not is us” (1 John 1:8). Early in his first epistle, the apostle John states clearly that, although our sins are forgiven through … Continue reading →

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Through faith

Posted on February 8, 2018 by David Nuottila

Exodus 13:17-14:4, 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:10, Mark 12:18-27 “Walk by faith and not by sight.” From a human standpoint, trusting the promises of God is difficult. Burdened by sin, people live in the present moment surrounded by fear, doubt, and worry. … Continue reading →

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Hope in God’s promise

Posted on February 7, 2018 by David Nuottila

Mark 11:12-25; 2 Corinthians 1:1-7; Lamentations 1:1-12 Our landscape is dotted with metropolitan centers which once boasted of extraordinary things. In their glory days, citizens could look toward a promising future while enjoying the good life. Such communities trusted the … Continue reading →

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First in the kingdom

Posted on February 6, 2018 by David Nuottila

Mark 9:30-41 What do you want to be when you grow up? That’s a question that we all faced at one time or another. Some probably wanted to be doctors or nurses. Some perhaps wanted to be a professional athlete. … Continue reading →

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Gifted

Posted on February 5, 2018 by David Nuottila

1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Within an orchestra, no room exists for division or distinctions. No one instrument or ensemble is superior to another. In order for the composition to be complete, each musician must perform according to high standards, playing instruments … Continue reading →

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Good soil

Posted on February 4, 2018 by David Nuottila

Mark 3:31–4:9 When the Parable of the Sower is preached, it is likely most in attendance believe they indeed resemble good soil. We are at worship; we are hearing God’s Word and singing his praise. Yet, truthfully, as the seed … Continue reading →

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Healthy faith

Posted on February 3, 2018 by David Nuottila

John 2:13-22, Hebrews 3:1-11 Everyone has at least one bad habit, one particular vice that keeps us from getting the proper amount of rest, nutrition, or exercise. Left unchecked, bad habits can lead us along a path of poor health, … Continue reading →

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Have faith

Posted on February 1, 2018 by David Nuottila

Mark 6:47-56 “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” This is one of my least liked statements. People usually say something like this when they experience various hardships, when friends are struggling or in times of loss. This … Continue reading →

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