Author Archives: David Nuottila

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Good soil

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 →

Posted in Christian Living | Comments Off on Healthy faith

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 →

Posted in Faith | Comments Off on Have faith

Have mercy

Posted on January 31, 2018 by David Nuottila

Mark 10:46-52 “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asks this question twice within the chapters and verses of Mark’s gospel. The first instance occurred when James and John asked Jesus to grant their request for places … Continue reading →

Posted in Forgiveness | Comments Off on Have mercy

Inheriting the kingdom

Posted on January 30, 2018 by David Nuottila

Mark 10:17-31 What must I do to inherit eternal life? This is a question asked by so many people today. “What must I do to make it into heaven?” The rich man in the text told Jesus he had kept … Continue reading →

Posted in Repentance | Comments Off on Inheriting the kingdom

Touched by Christ

Posted on January 29, 2018 by David Nuottila

Mark 10:1-16 Even in the first century divorce was legal. All that was required was a husband’s letter of the wife’s dismissal. Today’s legalities are much more substantial. It may be legal, but in the eyes of God, divorce is … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotions | Comments Off on Touched by Christ

To share God’s love

Posted on January 26, 2018 by David Nuottila

Mathew 12:9-21, Revelation 21:22-27, Isaiah 52:7-10 Can you imagine the ruckus in the synagogue during worship? Rabbi, I don’t like the new music for the psalm. It was too hot/cold inside. I think we should sit/stand during the prayers. Rabbi, … Continue reading →

Posted in Discipleship | Comments Off on To share God’s love

Truth

Posted on January 25, 2018 by David Nuottila

Mark 3:20-35, Ephesians 4:17-32, Isaiah 44:9-20 How foolish we are; how misguided are our thoughts. Too often, superstitions and charms get in the way of faith. Who remembers carrying a lucky rabbit’s foot as a child? Who recalls possessing a … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith | Comments Off on Truth

Journey of faith

Posted on January 24, 2018 by David Nuottila

Ephesians 2:1-10 The annual salmon run in Alaska is truly something to behold. Guided by the forces of nature, salmon, one after another, struggle to swim against the currents. Navigating violent rapids and falls, the salmon push ahead finally reaching … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith | Comments Off on Journey of faith

Seek the kingdom

Posted on January 22, 2018 by David Nuottila

Matthew 6:25-34 We live in a world filled with expectations. Children are expected to do well in school. College graduates expect to embark on a high paying career. Investors expect their portfolio will pay huge dividends. Life is filled with … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith | Comments Off on Seek the kingdom