Politics and Religion

Pine Valley Church

Politics and Religion

September 23, 2024 • Isaiah 9:6, Matthew 25:14–30, Isaiah 26:3, Joshua 5:13–14

As our political climate heats up, it seems to me that there is very little time in between voting cycles and politics are an everyday topic in the news. In the past it has been easy for some to be ok with whoever wins because we know in four short years we will get another say in things, and what kind of irreversible damage can possibly be done in such a short amount of time? Well, this is no longer the case.

Praise

November 11, 2024 • Pastor Jill Shocklee • Isaiah 26:3, Philippians 4:4

When Paul and Silas were in prison, they had the choice to sit in silence or make a joyful noise. They could have complained or they could have worshipped. They chose to praise God and the Bible says the prison was shaken to its foundation. Praise is a foundation shaker.

From Bad to Worse: Jezebel's Downfall

October 28, 2024 • Pastor Jill Shocklee • 1 Kings 16:29—19:10, 1 Kings 21, 2 Kings 8:25—9:37, Luke 12:32

This is a woman with pride. As she sat waiting in her lofty tower, aware of her imminent death, she was steadfast in her defiance of Israel and its God to the very end.

Tragic Tales: Lessons From the Life and Death of Judas

October 21, 2024 • Pastor Jill Shocklee • James 4:17, 1 John 1:9, Colossians 1:13, Ephesians 5:8, Romans 8:1

It is mind blowing to think that Judas could be a part of this movement, so close to Jesus Himself, seeing all the miracles, all the power, the lives changed, even the feeling in his spirit by walking with the Messiah in person, and yet be able to turn away so abruptly and with such consequence.