Monthly Archives: December 2018

2 Timothy 4:8 (NLT2)   And now the prize awaits me—the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all who eagerly look forward to his appearing. . . . … Continue reading →

Psalm 94:19 (NASB)  When my anxious thoughts multiply within me, Your consolations delight my soul. Anxious times cause us to feel so down and out.  But, when we cast our worries at the feet of Christ, despair turns to delight.  — Pastor Darvin

1 John 1:5 (NASB)   This is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you, that God is Light, and in Him there is no darkness at all. Christmas lights shine everywhere this time of Season.  But, always remember what those lights symbolize–the One True Light, Jesus … Continue reading →

Philippians 4:6 (NLT2)   Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. If only we would stop stressing out and turn to God–for He is here!  Christ the Babe has come and Christ the Holy One of … Continue reading →

John 12:46 (HCSB)  [Jesus said:]  “I have come as a light into the world, so that everyone who believes in Me would not remain in darkness.” Only Christ can remove the darkness in the world and from within our hearts.  Pastor Darvin  

John 12:2 (ESV)  So they gave a dinner for him there. Martha served, and Lazarus was one of those reclining with him at table. At our Christmas Party today following worship service, remember to prepare a place for Jesus–in your heart. — Pastor Darvin

John 1:12-13 (NLT2) 12  But to all who believed him and accepted him, he gave the right to become children of God. 13  They are reborn—not with a physical birth resulting from human passion or plan, but a birth that comes from God. A man can accept what Christ has … Continue reading →

Mark 1:15 (ESV) 15  [Jesus said to His audience in the 1st century:] “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.” He says the same thing today in the 21st.  — Pastor Darvin

1 Thessalonians 5:16 (NIV) Be joyful always. Christmas reminds us that, despite our doubts and fears, we have a Savior–Christ, the Lord.  And when you begin to realize all of the implications of that simple, yet powerful, reality, then you cannot help but to be OVERWHELMINGLY JOYOUS ALL OF THE … Continue reading →

Psalm 105:5 (NIV) Remember the wonders He has done, His miracles, and the judgments He pronounced. This Christmas, remember God’s wonders, and most especially, the wonders of His love in sending His Son. — Pastor Darvin