Audio: Get at Grip on Your Finances

Get a Grip on your Finances from Michael P Arnold on Vimeo.

"Get a Grip on Your Finances" is a weekend message I taught at Crossroads Church in Cranberry, a growing faith community in the north hills of Pittsburgh, PA. In this message we look at what scripture says about our stuff and how the things we own can end up owning us.

Why Can I Trust the Bible?

This weekend at Crossroads Church we are launching a 6-week spiritual growth campaign entitled Hearing God through the Bible. Through the years I have enjoyed partnering with people as they begin their journey with God. Often, one of the first questions asked is “how can I trust the Bible?” 

Many have sought wisdom and clarity from the Bible, but is it really trustworthy?  Is it really a word from God? On Sunday we will look at the amazing accuracy of this unique book. We will look at how its truths are compatible with science and how it is relevant to all cultures. 

No other book has impacted this world like the Bible and on Sunday we will look at why we can trust the truths in this amazing text.

What if We Could Hear God?

Have you ever been in a situation where you wish you could hear God? Maybe you had a difficult decision, and after asking all your friends and family for advice, you felt more confused than ever! All of us would like to hear God’s voice with a little more clarity from time to time. 

This Sunday at Crossroads Church in Cranberry we will be introducing this year’s spiritual growth campaign: Hearing God Though the Bible. We will look at the foundational discipline of reading Scripture and obeying God’s voice. We’ll also see how hearing God through the Bible can help us get to know Jesus in a personal way, reshape our character and spark our faith to new levels. 

Take some time this week to read through Matthew 7:24-27 and joins us Sunday as we start this new season together!

S.O.A.P.

At times I like to use the tool S.O.A.P. in my personal time with God.  This process of Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer often help me gain clarity and apply the Bible to my daily life.  Here are some thoughts from this morning.

Scripture: 1 Kings 18

Observation:

·      Elijah was at risk because of his belief in God.

·      Jezebel was killing people because of their faith. 

·      Obadiah was afraid to let Ahab and Jezebel know that Elijah was alive because the news of this put him at risk. 

·      Elijah had tremendous trust in God for his own provision and protection.

·      Elijah stood up for truth. 

·      God was faithful and strong enough to beat the profits of Baal. 

Application:

1.    The Lord is strong enough to protect us in times of trouble.

2.    Hold firmly to the truth and walk closely with the Lord.

3.    God has the power to do anything. 

4.    It is better to be one with God than 400 without him.

5.    God is source of strength.

Prayer: 

“Lord in moments of fear and trouble give me the courage to trust in you.  Your strength and your power are more than enough to meet the challenges of this day.  I trust in you.”

(Audio) Get a Grip on Your Attitude

Get a Grip on Your Attitude from Michael P Arnold on Vimeo.

"Get a Grip on Your Attitude" is a weekend message I preached at Crossroads Church in Cranberry, a growing faith community in the north hills of Pittsburgh, PA. In this message we look at the impact of attitude in our daily lives and what the Bible says about where to place our trust.