Speaker: Dustin Parks

Scripture Reading and Introduction 2 Corinthians 11:16-33 read. Paul’s boasting not of the Lord, but foolishly. Details of Paul’s suffering: stripes, imprisonment, shipwrecks, perils, weariness, hunger, and concern for the churches. Paul’s escape from Damascus. Thankfulness for the opportunity to be present and receive what the Lord has to offer…. read more

Scripture Reading and Interpretation (Psalm 42) Reading of Psalm 42, focusing on the soul’s thirst for God and the experience of being taunted by others questioning God’s presence. “As the heart panteth after the water brook, so panteth my soul after thee, O God.” Recalling past experiences and pouring out… read more

Psalms 103 Reading Reading of Psalms 103, focusing on blessing the Lord and remembering His benefits. “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me. Bless His holy name.” “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all of His benefits.” Enumeration of God’s actions: forgiving… read more

Tisha Welshan – Rome Experience Elder Dustin

Lukewarm water or indecisive, indifferent. Hot water is good to soak and bathe in, to get clean. Cold water is refreshing and cooling. Lukewarm water is not good and is oftentimes stagnant and full of pollutants.    As Christians, we should strive to not be lukewarm. We should never be lukewarm for Christ. We should… read more