Author Archives: Pastor Mike Bradley

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” (Matthew 5:8) “The aim of our charge is love that issues from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.” – Paul  (1 Timothy 1:5) Having … Continue reading →

“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” (Matthew 5:7) “A King wished to settle his accounts…one was brought that owed ten thousand talents.  And since he could not pay…out of pity for him, the master of that servant released … Continue reading →

“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” (Matthew 5:7) “See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no ‘root of bitterness’ springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled” … Continue reading →

“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy” (Matthew 5:7) “And Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.’” (Luke 23:34) As we think about the subject of mercy we are drawn to Jesus and … Continue reading →

“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” (Matthew 5:7) “You shall not take vengeance or bear a grudge against the sons of your own people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself…” (Leviticus 19:18) “Then Peter came … Continue reading →

“My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from Him.  He alone is my Rock and salvation; He is my Fortress, I will never be shaken.” – David (Psalm 62:1, 2) “The apostles returned to Jesus and told … Continue reading →

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” (Matthew 5:6) “…for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content.  I know how to be brought low, and I know how to … Continue reading →

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” (Matthew 5:6) “Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.  Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him … Continue reading →

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” (Matthew 5:6) “And He who sent me is with me.  He has not left me alone, for I always do the things that are pleasing to … Continue reading →

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” (Matthew 5:6) “But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ.  Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing … Continue reading →