Where do you turn when you need wisdom? “If any of you lacks wisdom,” James 1:5 says, “let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him” (ESV). What does the wisdom God gives look like? “Wisdom from above,” James 3:17 says, “is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere” (ESV). Commit this verse to memory, and you’ll be able to better discern the wise thing to...
Where does your mind go when you hear “one a day”? My thoughts go to vitamins. In fact, “one a day” is a registered trademark of Bayer Healthcare LLC under which they market a family of fifteen or so different multivitamin products. Bayer first introduced the “one a day” line in 1940. The idea is simple and compelling. Take one vitamin every day and it will improve your overall physical health and wellbeing. In a similar way, I’m asking everyone to join me in...
As the New Year unfolds, we all need “wisdom to live by.” And that is the title of the new message series that I kicked off this past Sunday based on the book of James. This Sunday, January 17, will be the second message in the series. So, read through James chapter 2, bring your Bible, and invite a friend to join you for worship at Ingleside this Sunday. “If any of you lacks wisdom,” James 1:5 says, “let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it...
As the New Year begins, there are several Ingleside events that I hope you will participate in or pray for. Please put them on your calendar today. This Sunday, January 10, Membership Class. No reservation is necessary. Dress is casual. Dinner and childcare is provided. Just come in at the east entrance to the Worship Center and a warm welcome will be waiting. The class begins at 4:00 p.m. This Sunday, January 10, Missions Class. Considering the possibility of going on an...
