God created us to live our lives in community with others. God even exists in community with Himself -- the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. As we follow the example of the early church (see Acts 2:41-47), the first followers of Jesus ate meals together, spent time together, prayed together, shared with one another, studied … Continue reading Pray Together
Author: Derek Spain
Amazing Authority & Compassion
Jesus was unlike no one else who had ever lived. When He began His public ministry, this was incredibly apparent. He displayed amazing authority and compassion. Jesus taught with authority. Unlike the other teachers of His day, when Jesus taught about ANYTHING, He taught was an authority that amazed those who listened. He lived what He … Continue reading Amazing Authority & Compassion
Why Are There Four Gospels?
Have you ever noticed that when you read the gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John that they are incredibly similar but very different? Why didn't God just give us one Gospel? In Some Ways, All Four Gospels Are The Same They all demonstrate that Jesus of Nazareth was God-in-the-flesh, fully human and fully God. … Continue reading Why Are There Four Gospels?
Interactive Worship
-- What is worship? Pastor Kev spoke on Sunday about interactive worship. His title was "Wii Worship." Notice the title. Pastor Kev is not encouraging us to worship video game systems 😉 but rather he is challenging us to examine our lives every day of the week (not just on Sundays) to see if we are … Continue reading Interactive Worship
Eight (8) Marks of a Strong Follower of Christ
Then Jesus said to them all, “If anyone wants to come with Me, he must deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow Me. (Luke 9:23) But be doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. (James 1:22) The results of an in-depth project by LifeWay Research were released recently. You can read an article about the study HERE. According … Continue reading Eight (8) Marks of a Strong Follower of Christ
Laser-Focused on Jesus
In the gospel of Matthew, chapter 14, an amazing event in the life of Jesus and the disciples is described. In this event, we see the importance of being laser-focused on Jesus, keeping our attention on Him in the midst of distractions. The disciples are sent by Jesus across the Sea of Galilee on a … Continue reading Laser-Focused on Jesus
Conformed to the Image of Christ
For those He foreknew He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, so that He would be the firstborn among many brothers. And those He predestined, He also called; and those He called, He also justified; and those He justified, He also glorified. Romans 8:29-30 (HCSB) God desires for you to … Continue reading Conformed to the Image of Christ
The Way God Works
Romans 8:28 (HCSB) 28 We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God: those who are called according to His purpose. "We Know" There are some things that we absolutely know. The Scriptures declare these truths. We are able to see them, to perceive them. We know them by … Continue reading The Way God Works
Important
If you were in prison for proclaiming the gospel, what would be at the top of your prayer list? If you were separated from many of your close friends for situations beyond your control, what would you say to them if you sent them a message? If you had only 140-characters or less to wrap … Continue reading Important
When God Says, “No”
Our children do not like it when Kim or I tell them "no." But we have a God-given responsibility to provide for them, lead them, and help them make the best decisions possible. And sometimes what is best for them is for us to say "no" to the things they ask of us. If we … Continue reading When God Says, “No”