Give Hope to Somebody Today
I met Tommy at a local coffee shop. He was playing solitaire – like, with an actual deck of cards. I sat down at a table next to him. He asked me what time it was. Then he asked what day it was. At one point he leaned over and asked if I had a calculator. I pulled out my phone and asked him what equation he needed to be solved. He said, “I want to know the exact amount of B25.” I thought to myself, “I’m gonna need to turn my calculator… Read More
Jesus on Money
Money does not determine your character, it reveals it. Both generosity and greed are found among the rich and poor alike. This week the Powerball lottery jackpot is at an all-time high- over one billion dollars! People are literally lining up to purchase lottery tickets in hopes of overnight riches! Jesus spoke often of money, and explained why – because “where your treasure is there your heart will be also.” Jesus warned that we not fall into the endless trap of accumulating possessions. He wasn’t speaking against saving money, but against the… Read More
Four Things I’ve Learned About Money
Every Tuesday I meet with a group of guys at Starbucks to read the Word, journal what God is saying to us, and pray together. I’ve been doing that nearly every week for probably 15 years or more. Not only am I personally encouraged by the conversation among these guys, it also is a testimony to every person who walks in for coffee! I have a friend who is a barista there. I’ve known him since he was in high school. Now he is in his early twenties, has been married for… Read More
Pastor Dale Jenkins 