In light of our focus on growing as a disciple, Lent can be a time of preparation for Easter and a searching of God’s presence in our lives. Ash Wednesday is a great place to begin 40 days of experiencing time with God. Each Sunday we will continue with the 7 Areas of Growth as [...]
Ash Wednesday begins the time of searching our hearts and lives to understand the sacrifice God has made for us in giving His son. This is the essence of Lent which leads to Palm Sunday then into the Passion Week and then into the celebration of Easter. Ash Wednesday is a special day to recognize [...]
Exploring God’s Word Some of our members have been reading about God’s covenant to His people, the Jews. God keeps His promises and has a heart for Israel and the people of Israel. As God’s children, we too can have a heart for Israel and its people. Jean Whipple has provided some questions and scripture [...]
Bless the LORD, on my soul! O LORD my God, You are very great: You are clothed with honor and majesty. Psalm 104:1 The word that comes to mind is intentional. Giving to God deserves attention to detail, not a passing thought that ends with a dollar being tossed in the plate. Tithing our gifts [...]
A Quality Needed to Grow as a Disciple of Jesus — Fellowship Fellowship is a vital part of God’s plan for His church. In Acts 2:42 it is shown as one of the essentials. It is described in some ways as breaking bread and sharing sincere hearts. When believers get together in fellowship we do [...]
After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was transfigured before them. 3 His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them. 4And there appeared before them Elijah and Moses, who were talking [...]
And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. 4 The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. 5 For what we preach is [...]
1Praise the LORD. Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of his faithful people. 2 Let Israel rejoice in their Maker; let the people of Zion be glad in their King. 3 Let them praise his name with dancing and make music to him with timbrel and harp. 4 For [...]
I love you, LORD, my strength. The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. — Psalm 18:1-2
God might want you to extend His love by offering to baby-sit for the single parent down the street. He might want you to prepare a hearty meal for that lovely old man who lost his wife…and to sit and visit with him while he eats. Who knows, he might even want you to reach [...]
