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Somehow, every Easter it seems like the same thing. Mad rushing to prepare, getting everything “perfect” around the church building in anticipation of new visitors, hoping to get it all right… but is that really the point of it all?[Easter: an Encouraging Word 001 | © 2011 phillipgonzales.com] Related PostsHow to Think of Yourself in the Right WayDo you ever get the feeling maybe you're not seeing yourself accurately? "For by the grace given to me I say to everyone among you not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to ... Grace is Your Antidote to BitternessHave you discovered how subtly bitterness can sneak in to your soul? God Has a Greater Reward for YouDo you ever wish you were more "near to God?" "whoever would d

One of the most curious things Jesus says about entrance into the Kingdom of God is that it’s impossible for the rich. He says bluntly, “It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God…With man it is impossible…” -Mark 10:25, 27 Like most of the truths in the Bible, this one has multiple layers, many facets, different ways to understand it. Here’s ONE to consider… Your DYNAMIC Role: “Rich and Poor” from Phillip Gonzales on Vimeo. If you can, take a few minutes and read through the following Scripture passages. Think about them. What would they have meant to the first hearers, and what do they mean for us today? ………. Blessed are...

Did you know Scripture has a storyline? This is the graphic used in part 01 of the teaching series “Your DYNAMIC Role in the Kingdom of God”. It illustrates one of many “Meta-Narrative” frameworks that can be used to understand the broader scope of Scripture. Check out more at http://www.postmodernpreaching.net/metanarrative.htm NOTE: Links to external sites to not necessarily imply agreement with everything those sites contain. Did you like this post? >> If you haven't already, click here to subscribe and have new posts delivered right to your inbox. >> Also, why not use the buttons below to share it with a friend, or click here to leave a comment and join the conversation! Related PostsPraise Brings Power to Your Daily LifeDo...

Last night I had the privilege of sharing some thoughts on the book of Philemon at our Bible study, and we had a great time! For anyone interested, here is the audio of a message I call “True Slavery, True Freedom, and Love”. Blessings to you all. - Phillip [download id="4"] Did you like this post? >> If you haven't already, click here to subscribe and have new posts delivered right to your inbox. >> Also, why not use the buttons below to share it with a friend, or click here to leave a comment and join the conversation! Related PostsTEACHING: The LighthouseWhat do you do when the light starts to go dark? **FICTITIOUS** COMPLIANCE NOTICE FROM U.S. OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS ASSISTANCE In 1884, the Sanibel Island Light first brightened the skies o

What a blessing it was to be able to share with our church last Sunday.  I have had the privilege of speaking in front of people many, many times before, but this was my first actual “Sermon”.  It was interesting because I had definitely expected to be nervous, but as I started to share what God had put on my heart, it wasn’t nerve-wracking at all.  In fact, it felt natural, like it’s something I was made to do. I have no idea what God has planned for me in the future, but if it includes more opportunities to open the Word and share what I’m learning, I’m on board all the way. Remember, if God has CALLED you, He will EMPOWER you, and if you follow His leading then He will USE you in wonderful ways. - Phillip 8/08/09 download...