Kim and I had an amazing trip to Israel a few years ago. The Bible came alive in 3-D. When you stand on a particular hill in Jerusalem, you see a road that twists and turns through the hills, starting in Jerusalem and ending in Jericho. The valley below is known as "the valley of … Continue reading Walking Through the Dark Valleys
Author: Derek Spain
Chapel Bible Study — Announcement
As spiritual leaders, we desire to stay in step with the Spirit of God. We seek to follow him to be right where he wants us to be, to lead our church family where God wants us to go. A few weeks ago, we as a staff realized that perhaps one of the reasons that … Continue reading Chapel Bible Study — Announcement
Right priorities create space for great opportunities
Here are my notes from Pastor Kev's message at Hebron Church last Sunday. I hope you got as much from the message as I did. Let's boldly and compassionately live for Christ! Now Peter and John were going up together to the temple complex at the hour of prayer at three in the afternoon. And … Continue reading Right priorities create space for great opportunities
Imitate Me?!?
OK. So you hear the words of the apostle Paul when he says, "Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ" (1 Corinthians 11:1) and you wonder, "Do those words apply to me?" The answer is yes. As followers of Jesus Christ, we are all called to lead others into a growing relationship with Him. To … Continue reading Imitate Me?!?
God Has a Plan
God has a plan. He has a plan for everything. He works in and through our lives to grow us, stretch us, and work through us, with the #1 goal of leading men, women, teenagers, and children to faith in Jesus Christ. If we can remember that is the goal, we will find great encouragement … Continue reading God Has a Plan
Quotes on Prayer
Prayer is simply a two-way conversation between you and God. -- Billy Graham Each time, before you intercede, be quiet first, and worship God in His glory. Think of what He can do, and how He delights to hear the prayers of His redeemed people. Think of your place and privilege in Christ, and expect … Continue reading Quotes on Prayer
Called to Be Saints
A good post by Charles Spurgeon that I wanted to pass along to you: "Called to Be Saints" We are very apt to regard the apostolic saints as if they were "saints" in a more special manner than the other children of God. All are "saints" whom God has called by His grace, and sanctified … Continue reading Called to Be Saints
Invest in Next
The next generation of children, students, and young adults has the potential to change the world. God has great plans for them. Let's encourage them to be all that God wants them to be. It's easier than you think. STEP 1: OPEN HOUSE -- Visit and Observe on a Sunday in July Each Sunday morning … Continue reading Invest in Next
God Can Restore Broken Marriages
God can restore broken marriages. Do you believe that? I do. With all my heart. Because I believe that nothing is impossible with God. He's never seen a situation that He can't handle. He loves you. He cares for you. He wants the best for you. When He works in amazing ways, we experience His … Continue reading God Can Restore Broken Marriages
Yellow Mama
There are a lot of names that people use to refer to their grandmother: grandma, nana, gram, granny, and the list goes on and on. But we always called my mother's mother by one name: Yellow Mama. A one-of-a-kind name for an amazing woman. You've never met anyone who loved God or her family more … Continue reading Yellow Mama