32 David replied to Abigail, “Praise the Lord, the God of Israel, who has sent you to meet me today! 33 Thank God for your good sense! Bless you for keeping me from murder and from carrying out vengeance with my own hands. Navigating family dynamics requires wisdom, especially when confronted with unwise or harmful behaviors. Inspired by the story of Abigail, we learn the importance of acting with...  Read More

Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. The influence of those we surround ourselves with cannot be overstated. As Proverbs 13 teaches, walking with the wise helps us grow in wisdom, whereas associating with fools can lead us astray. This principle should guide us in selecting our friends and mentors, ensuring these relationships draw us closer to God and suppo...  Read More

So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law. Christ's resurrection not only signifies our salvation but also marks a profound liberation from the old law, urging us to lead lives guided by the Spirit rather than by rigid adherence to the letter of the law. This freedom is a precious gift, yet it comes with the responsibility ...  Read More

The core of today's sermon delved into the concept of boundaries—both human and divine. We focused on understanding and respecting God's boundaries with us, as well as the boundaries we ought to maintain in our lives. I shared how God respects our autonomy and decisions, allowing us to face the consequences of our actions, which is a divine boundary that teaches us responsibility and growth.As we ...  Read More

We were excited and blessed to welcome more than 500 guests to our Enterprise campus on Saturday, March 16th for our annual Day on Campus! Guests arrived from all over Florida to take tours of our campus, attend presentations on Foster Care, Traumatic-based Crises and Legacy Planning, hear the stories of our continuing ministry and eat a delicious lunch.During our presentation, we were honored and...  Read More

A 4-Week Series from the Acts on the Early Church.  Astronaut Neil Armstrong once said landing on the moon was “one small step for man.” The biggest adventures start in such a simple way — especially when it comes to space! Asteroids, distant planets, and brand new galaxies await us once we leave earth’s atmosphere. Being the first to explore such uncharted territory can be intimidating. In this f...  Read More

Everyone wants to enjoy life, but only some know how to put themselves in the right place mentally, emotionally, and spiritually to experience joy in the journey. This three-week message series will explain what fun is, how to permit ourselves to have fun, and how to add more to our lives. This is a sharing Christ series. We'll look at passages in scriptures that talk about worship and joy and ref...  Read More

14 What good is it, dear brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but don’t show it by your actions? Can that kind of faith save anyone? 15 Suppose you see a brother or sister who has no food or clothing, 16 and you say, “Good-bye and have a good day; stay warm and eat well”—but then you don’t give that person any food or clothing. What good does that do?17 So you see, faith by itself isn’t...  Read More

I explored the historical perspective of the church's relationship with technology, from the printing press to digital media, and how each phase was initially met with skepticism. I stressed that while technology can enhance our ability to connect and access information, it also presents challenges that require us to maintain a balance.Delving into Proverbs' teachings, I drew parallels between anc...  Read More

33 So, my dear brothers and sisters, when you gather for the Lord’s Supper, wait for each other. 34 If you are really hungry, eat at home so you won’t bring judgment upon yourselves when you meet together. I’ll give you instructions about the other matters after I arrive. Communion is a sacred time of reflection, confession, and remembrance of Jesus Christ's sacrifice. It is a reminder of the incl...  Read More

Anyone who does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother!” The concept of family extends beyond biological ties to encompass the family of God. This spiritual family offers companionship and support for those whose biological relatives may not share the same faith journey. Within the church community, individuals find a sense of belonging and encouragement that can susta...  Read More

From Karen: The Boomers met on April 2nd and prepared the monthly mailbox motivations for the Bannerman (BLC) faculty and staff. Hagan Ace Hardware in Green Cove donated flower seed packets. We attached notes to each packet and placed them in faculty and staff mailboxes (pictured above). This week, Pizza Hut of Green Cove provided the staff with pasta trays and breadsticks for lunch, and the Boomers...  Read More