Category Archives: christianity

Will God Protect Me From Temptation?

Posted on October 18, 2018 by Corey Sharpe

“Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Matthew 26:41 The true nature of our faith doesn’t usually come to light until we are faced with our own … Continue reading →

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Should Churches Be Large?

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Corey Sharpe

“The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed…” Matthew 13:31 Christians admire mega churches and corporation-sized Christian non-profits. They have amazing capacity to take on large projects and to deliver the goods. Both have a large capacity for innovation … Continue reading →

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How Can We Always Be Happy?

Posted on July 25, 2018 by Corey Sharpe

…even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy. 1 Peter 1:8 Sometimes we struggle to grasp the biblical view of joy because of the way it is … Continue reading →

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Does God Ever Ignore Us?

Posted on June 22, 2018 by Corey Sharpe

How long, LORD? Will you forget me forever?  How long will you hide your face from me? (Psalm 13:1) Every Sunday in worship we pray for our homebound members, the sick and the hurting. During the week we ask God for … Continue reading →

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Moses, the Burning Bush, and Choosing a Major

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Corey Sharpe

“Pardon your servant, Lord. I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since you have spoken to your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue.” Exodus 4:10 The question of vocation seems to be a crisis at … Continue reading →

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What Did Jesus Do on the First Holy Saturday?

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Corey Sharpe

“He descended into hell.” The Apostles’ Creed (359 A.D.) According to the Gospels, Jesus’ disciples mourned his death and hid in fear. According to Luke, the women prepared spices and ointments on Friday, rested on the Sabbath and went to … Continue reading →

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Zacchaeus and The Disadvantages of Being Short

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Corey Sharpe

He wanted to see who Jesus was, but because he was short he could not see over the crowd. Luke 19:3 As I prepare for this Sunday’s sermon about Zacchaeus, my mind keeps wandering. What was it like being short … Continue reading →

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Can Christians Be Certain?

Posted on November 6, 2017 by Corey Sharpe

Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. 1 Corinthians 13:12 One of my favorite quotes comes from a book titled The Workshop Way of Learning, which was written in 1951. Dr. … Continue reading →

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Father Abraham and Sexual Exploitation

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Corey Sharpe

“He treated Abram well for her sake…” Genesis 12:16 The Old Testament is replete with sexual violence, which is not so different from The Game of Thrones or the news. Thankfully, organizations like the International Justice Mission are opening our … Continue reading →

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Why Can’t We Perfect? (Like Jesus Said.)

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Corey Sharpe

Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. Matthew 5:48 Imagine how wonderful it would be if we all did this. I would never lose patience with my children. I would always listen deeply to my wife. I would … Continue reading →

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