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
My Praise
I praise You, oh Lord. Your goodness exceeds my worthiness. Your hand has brought me both protection and provision. All that I have I owe to You. You have given me a wife whose beauty and strength inspire me. You have given me children who now give back to me as much love as I give to them. You have been faithful. I have never lacked. In fact, I have always had abundance. Your words comfort me. Your Spirit fills me. Your joy strengthens me. Your mercy is greater than my sin…. Read More
Imagine Your Life Without Jesus
If it had not been the Lord who was on our side when people rose up against us, then they would have swallowed us up alive, when their anger was kindled against us; (Psalm 124:2-3 ESV) There are some phrases in the Bible that seem to always stop me in my tracks. This is one of them – “If it had not been for the Lord who was in my side…” I remember driving on the interstate in Virginia, coming around a curve and losing control of my vehicle. Apparently there had… Read More
Three Pastors I Most Admire
I’m not aware of it’s origin or initiator, but I think it is wonderful that October has been designated as “Pastor’s Appreciation Month.” As pastors, my wife and I have been overwhelmingly blessed by the cards, gifts, and words of encouragement that have come from our New Hope family over the past several weeks, particularly as we recently celebrated twenty years of ministry at New Hope Worship Center! As grateful as I am for the honor I have received during Pastor’s Appreciation Month, I am grateful for those whom I have had… Read More
Pastor Dale Jenkins 