Tag Archives: preparation

“Preparing the Way for Our King” (Luke 3 sermon)

Posted on 2020/06/01 by Shawn Thomas

In 1789 George Washington was elected as the first President of the United States — and the country went wild with celebration. Washington, who was reluctant to take the office, left his home at Mount Vernon to make his way … Continue reading →

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Are You Ready For The King?

Posted on 2016/03/24 by Shawn Thomas

Matthew 3:3 tells us that years before John the Baptist appeared, Isaiah prophesied that his basic message would be: “Make ready the way of the Lord, make His paths straight.” The picture the Old Testament prophet was conveying is that … Continue reading →

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Consecration Today For Wonders Tomorrow (Joshua 3:5 sermon)

Posted on 2015/11/30 by Shawn Thomas

After months of waiting, this week it is finally here! Starting this Friday Pleasant Ridge will be presenting our Christmas musical “The Grinch” downtown at the CoMMA. It is a major production, and preparations have been made for months in … Continue reading →

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Making US Ready!

Posted on 2014/05/22 by Shawn Thomas

In Psalm 10:17 David writes, “O LORD, You have heard the desire of the humble; You will strengthen their heart, You will incline Your ear.” Near the end of a Psalm in which he has been entreating God for answers … Continue reading →

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Don’t Look Back; Look Ahead

Posted on 2013/09/30 by Shawn Thomas

I Samuel 16:1 could be a word for anyone who has been paralyzed by past hurts, and who needs to move on and follow God for what He has next for them:

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A Step of Faith

Posted on 2013/04/22 by Shawn Thomas

In Exodus 25 God gave His people instructions regarding the construction of the ark of the covenant, and in :16 He commanded: “You shall put into the ark the testimony which I shall give you.” This was an act of … Continue reading →

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