Perhaps at times we may not realize it, but our children are one of our most precious gifts from the Lord. What a wonderful opportunity to be able to share the love of the Lord with a child! Unfortunately, most of society does not have that goal in mind. They would prefer to tell your children just to have fun and do whatever brings them instant gratification. Here is Pastor Bill Luebkemann as he talks about this and more in his message entitled Love the Lord.
June 6, 2024
There are many things that are important to us: Our spouse and children, our family and friends, our pets. There are many objects of our affection. There is someone, however, who surpasses all and He should be the most important recipient of our affection. That person is God. Pastor Bill poses some intriguing questions regarding love in this message recorded at Calvary Chapel of Marlton. Let's join him now in Deuteronomy six.
June 5, 2024
God has some amazing things for us. As a matter of fact, everything we have is from Him. Not only do we enjoy what He gives us now, but His children also look forward to the wonderful blessing of abiding in Heaven with Him. But the true gift that God gives us, is Himself. Today our study is framed around Deuteronomy six where we are given the greatest commandment, Love the lord your God, who is the only one actually worthy of love and adoration.
June 4, 2024
There are certain mental conditions that we understand much better now than in the past. Schizophrenia is characterized by withdrawal from reality, illogical patterns of thinking and delusions. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder drives people to repeat actions until they feel comfortable. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder prevents people from concentrating. Of course, the Lord can heal these conditions through miraculous intervention and medical treatment. But what medical label is given to a man who claims his donkey talks to him? Well, nothing because it happened! Here is the true story from Numbers chapter 22.
June 3, 2024
Through the years there have been some classic stories that involve talking animals. Many cultures have had this idea of speaking animals in their stories and fables. American culture is no different ranging from a giant talking mouse, to a seven-foot tall yellow bird, and a rabbit that can't seem to keep himself out of mischief. Well, American cinema sure didn't invent the idea; as a matter of fact at one point in history there was a donkey that actually could talk, in real life! Here is Pastor Bill Luebkemann with the story from the book of Numbers chapter twenty-two on Hope From the Word...
May 31, 2024
If there is one thing that we humans are exceptionally good at, it is making excuses for ourselves and convincing ourselves that something is okay even when it's not. Well, today on Hope From the Word Pastor Bill Luebkemann continues our study from Numbers chapter 22 through 24 as we see Balaam trying to figure out ways to make it okay to take the job presented him. We begin in the story with God speaking to Balaam about the proposal...
May 30, 2024
As we travel through the Old Testament, we've come to Numbers chapter 22, and a fascinating story of intrigue, corruption, and a talking donkey. There's also a prophet named Balaam and Pastor Bill will show us that he's not what he seems. In fact, Balaam doesn't have as much sense as his donkey. Let's look now to Numbers chapter 22 as we join Pastor Bill.
May 29, 2024
Pastor Bill continues his study in Numbers Chapter thirteen, as we delve deeper into the subject of Trust. Have you ever had a problem and known the right thing to do but still didn't do it because it seemed too difficult? We don't always understand God's path, but He doesn't ask us to understand, He asks us to trust Him. And guess what? He has never let anyone down. Well, that is a lesson the Israelites needed to learn, as you will see here in Numbers chapter thirteen.
May 28, 2024
Doubt is a problem we all face. Especially when we are facing difficult times and don't see a way of escape. Well, today on Hope From the Word, Pastor Bill Luebkemann bases our study on Numbers chapter thirteen where we see the Israelite people beginning to doubt how exactly they are going to get into the land that God has promised them. They become focused on their fear rather than the God who brought them out of slavery.
May 27, 2024