Category Archives: Prayer

The armor of God

Posted on April 10, 2018 by David Nuottila

Ephesians 6:11-20 No one ever said life was going to be easy, and no one promised things would always go your way. Surely, we live in a harsh world, one rife with sudden twists and turns. Does this sound familiar? … Continue reading →

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He came and prayed

Posted on April 9, 2018 by David Nuottila

Acts 9:32-43 There is an old saying that bears much truth: “When the phone rings at 2:00 a.m. it is usually bad news.” For most people, such an hour is meant for sleeping. But when a family member is away … Continue reading →

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The day after

Posted on March 31, 2018 by David Nuottila

Luke 23:50-56 As the sun set the evening before, Jesus, the one who was crucified, was laid in the tomb. For so many, grief was the only thing they would know as the sun rose again the day after. It … Continue reading →

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The Father’s good pleasure

Posted on February 20, 2018 by David Nuottila

Luke 11:1-13 As it is with most fathers, I have gotten used to the fact that when my kids call, it’s not long before the conversation gets to the point when money becomes involved. I can usually tell when the … Continue reading →

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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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Believe

Posted on December 27, 2015 by David Nuottila

Mark 9:14-29 There is one thing that is fairly certain, we have all at one time or another asked people to keep us in their prayers. Another thing that is certain is that others have asked us to do the … Continue reading →

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