Jesus proves His friendship to Christians by sharing His life with them and giving it up for them—and He says they can show they are His friends in return living by and for Him. What a Friend We Have in Jesus.Par Grant Van Leuven

Christ Who faithfully watches over His own Father's house calls on Christians who are His house to thus hold fast in confidence and be fixed firm in hope until His return to fully inhabit it. May We be Fixed Firm in the Faith.Par Grant Van Leuven

While the LORD often lays His people low He will always lift them up. Though the LORD Often Lays Us Low He Will Always Lift Us Up.Par Grant Van Leuven

The Christian's chief desire for his mouth is to be filled with praise that honors God's name always. Let Our Mouths be Filled with God's Glorious Praise All Day.Par Grant Van Leuven

This is a memorial service message on Psalm 23:4, 6 for our member, Jan Vermillion on Saturday, September 21, at the VFW in El Cajon, CA. She and her surviving husband, Chuck Vermillion, recited Psalm 23 every day and she asked during home hospice for this to be the verse for a message at her memorial service.…

Though man makes his plans only God's purpose stands. Be Free of the Illusion of Having Control.Par Grant Van Leuven

There is always the very dangerous possibility of self-deception in hearing God's Word but not doing it and pretending that we are and that we are all right. Beware of the Danger of Self-Deception.Par Grant Van Leuven

God's people must resist the temptation to turn to worldly men and power for relief by remembering to keep trusting in God Who alone is their refuge. It's Best to Rest in the LORD.Par Grant Van Leuven

It is vital to remember by repeating out loud together that the Lord's mercy lasts forever. The LORD's Mercy Never Ends.Par Grant Van Leuven

Christ's sheep follow Him because they are familiar with His shepherding voice. Have the Ministry of Presence of Mind.Par Grant Van Leuven

When Christians show up to serve the physical needs of the least of Christ's people, they serve Jesus Himself. Have the Ministry of Presence of Body.Par Grant Van Leuven

There is a way God has designed our bodies to best function when we give them the best fuel according to His design for the best witness and influence for Him and His Church. Eat and Drink Healthy and Exercise.Par Grant Van Leuven

Though the wicked seek to knock out the righteous, the righteous always rise up in victory. Keep Getting Up AGAIN!Par Grant Van Leuven

With the example of the enduring faithfulness by faith of God's people waiting for Christ in earlier generations, we Christians must remove obstacles to best run our lap of the Church's relay witness race. Prepare and Pace Yourself on Your Pilgrimage.Par Grant Van Leuven

What God has said in His Holy Scriptures is not pointless but will accomplish His purpose in and for His people for Himself. God's Word is Never Empty Words.Par Grant Van Leuven

Christians are to let good peer pressure lead them into an addiction to serving others Christians. Be Addicted to Serving the Saints.Par Grant Van Leuven

We can comfort others through their troubles with how God has comforted us through our trials. Minister from Your Wounds.Par Grant Van Leuven

On the occasion of Mrs. Jan Vermillion (member and wife of Mr. Chuck Vermillion for 60 years) going to glory last Tuesday, July 30. This was not a memorial service but for our comfort. All who look to Jesus facing their death on earth will immediately see themselves with Him in glorious heavenly life. Jan's soul went immediately from her bedroom in…

God's Word provides us uplifting counsel. Find Comfort in the Counsel of God's Word.Par Grant Van Leuven

The man of God must flee the lustful desire to forcefully dominate and instead pursue a gentile touch. Follow Meekness.Par Grant Van Leuven

The man of God must flee the lustful desire to run from responsibilities and instead pursue staying power. Follow Patience.Par Grant Van Leuven

The man of God must flee lustful, ungodly longings and instead pursue godliness. Follow Godliness.Par Grant Van Leuven

Those who follow Jesus will be found following Him in peace while seeking to make and keep peace with others, especially with His Own people. Follow Peace.Par Grant Van Leuven

Those who follow Jesus will be found following Him in faith with other brothers in the faith. Follow Faith.Par Grant Van Leuven

Those who follow Jesus will be found following Him in love loving one another in brotherly love. Follow Charity.Par Grant Van Leuven