Tag Archives: Prayer

More than I can handle

Posted on March 1, 2020 by David Nuottila

Mark 6:47-56 “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” We have all heard this statement. It is offered with the best of intentions, but if one looks closely, there is a flaw with this line of thinking. This … Continue reading →

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You are dust

Posted on February 26, 2020 by David Nuottila

Psalm 51:1-19 Remember, you are dust. As if we need a reminder. You are dust and there is nothing you can do about it. To dust you shall return. This has been the case ever since Adam and Eve took … Continue reading →

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Take heart

Posted on February 25, 2020 by David Nuottila

John 16:16-33 Somehow, things seemed much different. He wasn’t acting quite right. He was distant, preoccupied. Sure, he was right there with us, but his thoughts seemed million miles away. I only wish I understood why or how he could … Continue reading →

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God is with you

Posted on February 24, 2020 by David Nuottila

Genesis 12:1-4 It is true that, because of technology and transportation, our world is becoming a smaller place. People often pick up, move from one place to another and settle in new places. Yet, there are places where many families … Continue reading →

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The weight of the world

Posted on February 22, 2020 by David Nuottila

Isaiah 40:28-31 The weight of the world is a very heavy burden. But there comes a point in life that, no matter how strong our resolve, strength gives way to weariness. We have all been there. One thing is added … Continue reading →

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You can’t please everyone

Posted on February 21, 2020 by David Nuottila

Psalm 34:1-22 The old saying is alive and well, you can’t please everyone. No matter how good your intentions might be, someone at some time is going to express disappointment or concern with your effort. When this happens, it becomes … 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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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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Do not be afraid

Posted on February 9, 2020 by David Nuottila

John 6:16-21 It is not a secret, I love to watch powerful thunder storms. I love to watch them especially at night when the thunder shatters the quiet of the night and then lightning flashes so bright that one must … Continue reading →

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