by Halli Riskus | Dec 22, 2022 | Build Ordinary Faith
Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. About that time some wise men from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, “Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw his star as it rose, and we have come to worship him.” King Herod...
by Halli Riskus | Dec 15, 2022 | Build Ordinary Faith
Acts 11:19-24 Meanwhile, the believers who had been scattered during the persecution after Stephen’s death traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch of Syria. They preached the word of God, but only to Jews. However, some of the believers who went to Antioch...
by Micheal | Apr 16, 2022 | Build Ordinary Faith
I don’t know how you pick the most sober moment from the most terrible day in the History of God. But, the following passage has often stopped me in my tracks. Luke 23:55-56 (NLT) As his body was taken away, the women from Galilee followed and saw the tomb where his...
by Micheal | Apr 15, 2022 | Build Ordinary Faith
The best word I can think of to describe Jesus last night is “heavy”. It doesn’t seem to be completely sad. Jesus seemed to take joy in washing their feet. He enjoyed serving them the Passover meal and spending time with them. But, He also knew what was ahead...
by Micheal | Apr 14, 2022 | Build Ordinary Faith
Jesus was very busy His final week before He endured the Cross. He knew that a series of events had been set in motion. And, His teachings the last few days of His ministry became very clear, concise, and even sharp. Difficult times were coming. He had seen it, and no...
by Micheal | Apr 13, 2022 | Build Ordinary Faith
Jesus flipping tables and running money changers out with a whip made of ropes is an image that sticks with you. All four gospels record it, so you know it certainly made an impression upon the Disciples. Matthew 21:13 (NLT) He said to them, “The Scriptures declare,...
by Micheal | Apr 12, 2022 | Build Ordinary Faith
Isaiah 40:31 (NLT) But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. I have never been good at waiting. Even as a child, I hated waiting for my ride to...
by Micheal | Apr 7, 2022 | Build Ordinary Faith
Natural and ordinary problems start in a supernatural place. Every problem we are able to see begins with unseen forces. Ephesians 6:12 (NLT) For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against...
by Micheal | Mar 31, 2022 | Build Ordinary Faith
How Do I Build Others? Building Ordinary Faith is about building people. It sounds simple. But, if you consider your past church experience, there has often been a lot that did not build you. Maybe, there was a lot of tearing down. So let’s begin with the negative....
by Micheal | Mar 24, 2022 | Build Ordinary Faith
The beginning of almost everything is unseen. The most important part of a building is its foundation. So much labor, time, and resources are invested in a good foundation. Everyone knows the integrity of a structure is only as good as that upon which it is built. It...
