Monthly Archives: February 2020

Seeking the kingdom

Posted on February 19, 2020 by David Nuottila

Matthew 6:25-34 So many of us get caught up on our hopes and dreams. When we are young, we become fixated on the future and the possibilities of what might be. Steps felt necessary are taken to make lofty goals … Continue reading →

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Encourage one another

Posted on February 18, 2020 by David Nuottila

1 Thessalonians 5:1-22 Young or old, rich or poor, we all face difficulties in life. Everyone, no matter their status or station in life, experiences days when things don’t go according to plan. Everything we do turns out wrong; everything … Continue reading →

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Authority, source, norm

Posted on February 17, 2020 by David Nuottila

Mark 11:27-33 As Jesus taught in the temple, many heard his words and were amazed. Some Pharisees, however, were not so pleased with Jesus’ teaching. They often found themselves to be the subjects of his lessons which pointed out to … Continue reading →

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God’s never failing word

Posted on February 16, 2020 by David Nuottila

John 21:20-25, Psalm 119:105-112 The number of gadgets we have to make life simpler is amazing. The gadgets on my desk alone connect me to a world of information and allow me to speak to and see people all over … Continue reading →

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Walk in the Spirit

Posted on February 15, 2020 by David Nuottila

Galatians 5:13-25 “We confess that we are in bondage to sin and cannot free ourselves.” Many people wrestle with this confessional phrase. On one hand, we know we are sinners. On the other hand, we are freed from the consequence … Continue reading →

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The greatest is love

Posted on February 14, 2020 by David Nuottila

1 Corinthians 13:1-13 To love one another, that is the command given by Jesus to his followers. You are to love one another. At times, it is easy to love one another. The things we have in common and the … Continue reading →

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Words of Spirit and truth

Posted on February 13, 2020 by David Nuottila

John 6:48-69 How can this man give us his flesh to eat? He must be crazy. Some of the things he is saying are just too hard to believe. Such were the thoughts and comments of those who had been … Continue reading →

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The Father’s will

Posted on February 12, 2020 by David Nuottila

John 6:38-47 Who could know the will of God? So often, especially in times of great anticipation or distress, Christians  might pray “please let it be your will.” In times such as these, our wants and our fears get in … Continue reading →

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Doing the works of God

Posted on February 11, 2020 by David Nuottila

John 6:28-37 They have received the loaves and fishes. The great multitude ate their fill until all were satisfied. And they have chased Jesus to the other side of the sea wanting more. Even after Jesus exhorted them to spurn … Continue reading →

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The bread that endures

Posted on February 10, 2020 by David Nuottila

John 6:22-27 In the recent past, there is something that has become a standard practice for many as they search for a new church home. Church shopping; that is the name given to the method of searching for one’s new … Continue reading →

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