Jesus is there in the midst of trials and storms of life.  In fact, for his children, he plans them!  This is a crazy thought when you are hurting, but it also is very comforting.  But it is true, God uses the trials and storms in our life to draw us close to him and…

This past week Doug Schillinger spoke on listening to Jesus.  There is great power in His words!  Those who listen well experience great benefits; removal of shame of sin, greater working of God in one’s life, and increased intimacy with the Almighty God!  Attached here is a link to a Bible Study on this important…

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“Lord, keep our hearts soft toward your Word.”  This should be a prayer of our lives each day!  When we meditate on the gospel of Jesus Christ and the grace of God, our eyes are opened to center our lives on what He has done and not on our works.  The parable of the four…

1 Samuel 16:7 tells us that God looks at a person’s heart–not simply at outward appearance.  This is particularly true in the story of the woman who anointed Jesus’ feet in Luke 7:36-8:3.  In this story, we learn that Jesus responds positively to people who genuinely come to him in sincerity… indeed, God through Christ, cancels all…

Friends, it is me again today!!  We have finished a quick little series of sermons about our church, Parkview, and how it fits into God’s plan to bless all peoples on earth through Christ.  This past Sunday’s sermon, by Doug Schillinger, talks about how Jesus made disciples.  The study below goes through key passages on…

All, below is a link to a study that reflects on this January 30th’s sermon by Jeff Gilmore on the Mission of Parkview Church and our key values.  The study has places where you can write out your reflections from the verses listed.  Use it for personal study or study with a friend or a…

This week is a special week for celebrating Christmas.  We are studying the names that were given to Jesus in a prophecy by Isaiah.  Here is a study guide we made up for you!  Use it as you think about the reason for Christmas and how the characteristics of Jesus can radically impact your life.…

We all have been uniquely crafted by God’s design!  He has made us in our mother’s womb and created us as His workmanship.  He has given us unique gifts, abilities, and talents for us to use for His glory.  He is our great Potter and Father!  “But now, O Lord, You are our Father, We…

Hey All, I write a Bible study for our church each week that is based on the sermon.  Here is an example of one for this week’s sermon by Jeff Gilmore on Luke 7:1-17.  You can use it if you are a Parkview Church small group leader to help you lead your discussion.  You can…