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To Better Our Nation, We Must First Better Ourselves
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(23) Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human…
Have Faith To Persevere Through Your Trials & Tribulations – Both Real & Perceived
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(15) The person with the Spirit makes judgments about all things, but such a person is not subject to merely…
What is the church?
Discover how the early church demonstrated Christ’s love through fellowship, generosity, shared faith, and a commitment to caring for one…
Don’t Be Anxious, Be At Peace
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘<Jesus said to His disciples,> “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace….
Bad Things Happen As Well As Good Things; Know That Jesus Is With You Through Both!
Word-of-the-Day: ’And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that…
To serve or be served?
Discover how God designed the church to be a community of love, connection, and service, where believers use their spiritual…
Take The Time To Be In Awe Of God’s Creation
Word-of-the-Day: ‘(1) Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. (2)…
Conflicts Are Caused By Differences; Jesus Brings Us Peaceful Commonality
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(30) And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of…
Justice for all
Understand how God’s love, holiness, and justice come together at the cross, where Christ offers redemption from sin and eternal…
Remember The Wisdom Learned In The Past
Word-of-the-Day: ’(26) Give careful thought to the paths for your feet and be steadfast in all your ways. (27) Do…
Works Do Not Lead To Salvation, But Validates It To Others While Fulfilling Jesus’ Will
Word-of-the-Day: ‘(14) What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds?…
When Bad News Comes, Make Sure ‘All Is Well With Your Soul’…
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(19) Then they cried to the LORD in their trouble, and He saved them from their distress. (20) He…
Are State-Sponsored Executions Godly Or Sinful?
Word-of-the-Day: ‘<God said to Noah,> “Whoever sheds human blood, by humans shall their blood be shed; for in the image…
Be Watchful; Not All ‘Christian Churches’ Are Godly Or Biblically Based
Word-of-the-Day: ‘(3) For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their…
You Never Know What Will Happen Next – But You Can Be Prepared, Aware, & Plan For It!
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do…
Display case of His glory
The Holy Spirit teaches, comforts, convicts, empowers, and equips believers to live as displays of God’s glory and represent Christ…
Gain Knowledge To Share With Others
Word-of-the-Day: ‘The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, for the ears of the wise seek it out.’ (Proverbs 18:15); ‘(7)…
Don’t Let Your Biases Cloud Your Judgement; Follow The Guidance Of The Holy Spirit & God’s Word
Word-of-the-Day: ‘<Moses said to the Israelites in the wilderness>, “Do not show partiality in judging; hear both small and great…
Cast Your Vote Based On Righteousness & Discernment
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people.’ (Proverbs 14:34) We are a month away from the midterm elections,…
Moving toward God
The Life Group I lead on Sundays after worship is studying through the book, The Gospel Way Catechism by Trevin…
In A World Of Turmoil, Remember You Are Blessed!
Word-of-the-Day: ‘And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that…
Amazed and astonished
Stand amazed at Christ’s marvelous love and sacrifice, resisting spiritual complacency and growing in gratitude, devotion, and love for God….
Only Believers, Individually Known As ‘YOU’, Makes Him Who Is Unknown, Known.
Word-of-the-Day: ‘How, then, can they call on the One they have not believed in? And how can they believe in…
Wake Up & Remember Who You Are, & Remember What We Forgot
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘<Jesus, through John, said to the Church of Ephesus>, “(2) I know your deeds, your hard work and your…
Forsake lip service for life service
Matthew 7:24-27 warns against merely hearing Jesus without obeying. Build your life on Christ through genuine repentance, faith, and wholehearted…
Handling The Thoughts Regarding Our Enemies
Word-of-the-Day: ‘(23) Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. (24) See if there…
Sportsmanship Should Be An Example Of Godly Respect Toward One’s Competitor
Word-of-the-Day: ‘<Jesus said, during the Sermon on the Mount,>”So, in everything, do to others what you would have them do…
Sharing Is Caring: Don’t Be Afraid To Ask For Help, & Don’t Be Afraid To Offer Help
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(3) Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, (4) not…
Be discerning
The church can be persecuted, but it is much sadder when the church experiences decay and destruction from the inside. …
Volunteer Corner
Wondering how you can serve the Lord here at MBC? Here is your opportunity. The cleaning ministry is looking for substitute…
