This is one of the most exciting times of the year. Not because taxes will soon be due, but because we stand on the threshold of a new year filled with opportunities. During the next 12 months, we will experience many things. For several, there will be places to see and things to do. Babies will be born and loved ones will pass away. We will experience times of joy intermingled with sorrow.       God desires that we serve Him every day of the week. I want to encourage our people ...

      “Let your loins be girded about, and your lights burning; And ye yourselves like unto men that wait for their lord, when he will return from the wedding; that when he cometh and knocketh, they may open unto him immediately” (Luke 12:35-36.).      Our God urges believers toward wakefulness and watchfulness, while also prompting unbelievers to seek repentance and faith. Jesus’ instructions were given at a time when the kingdom was imminent. The disciples expected Jesus to set up His ...