Posts by Bob Rhodes (Page 19)
Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin?
This final week of our Half-Truths series, Pastor Bob explores the phrase, “love the sinner, hate the sin.”
God Said it, I Believe It, That Settles It?
This fourth week of the Half-Truths series challenges us to think through what parts of the Bible we prioritize over others…
God Won’t Give You More Than You Can Handle?
The third in our series based on Adam Hamilton’s book Half Truths, we explore the phrase: “God won’t give you more than you can handle.”
Gratitude
Dear friends… As I write this, it’s actually well before this issue of the Beach Breeze is to be released in early May. I’m about to head with Beth on a trip to Palm Springs after a full Easter Sunday. And I’m filled with excitement. There are a number of reasons that I feel excited. One is simply that I’m going on vacation for a few days with Beth – and while the boys stay home under the capable care…
God Helps Those Who Help Themselves?
This is the second question in our series Half Truths where we explore the statement, “God helps those who help themselves.”
Everything Happens for a Reason?
Beginning the sermon series Half Truths, we explore the phrase, “everything happens for a reason” and consider it’s deeper meanings and whether or not saying such a thing can do more harm than good.
Authentic Resurrection
Dear friends… As we move into the month of April (and as my dad would say), Spring has sprung! The famous San Diego weather has returned and the sun warms us free of clouds of rain. Fresh blooms are appearing, and the lemon tree (bush) in our back yard is producing in excess. It reminds me of something we’ve talked about recently: resurrection moments. This month, we will celebrate Easter – a resurrection moment surely in the ministry of the…
Giving Up Death
This Sunday is Easter Sunday!! We conclude our Lenten series with the reminder that Jesus’ death and resurrection mean we are no longer subject to sin and death.
Giving Up Popularity
This Sunday we will experience Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday…
Giving Up Our Lives
This fifth Sunday in Lent, we continue the series “Giving It Up” by looking at giving up our lives.