Jan 25
2024
Pastor's Note
I listen to a lot of music while studying and working – I find it helps me stay focused. While I was reading and studying John 3, an interesting (and tragic) song happened to pop up on my playlist.
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Stay Connected This Summer
We are now squarely in the summer season, which, for many of us, means abnormal schedules, travel, and vacation opportunities. This also means that we may be more sporadically plugged into the events and rhythms of church! That's not necessarily a bad thing - just a reality of the season. But we might miss some things, so I want to encourage you to engage in a few specific ways!
Keep ReadingElder Update from June
Our June elder meeting was held July 1. Josh gave us an update on their mission; we were encouraged and spent time in prayer for their mission. Much of the remaining time was spent formulating a budget for the 26-27 fiscal year.
Keep ReadingOpposition to Gospel Effort
Satan is aggressively opposed to the proclamation and spread of the gospel. I think this is clearly established in Scripture and life experience. 2 Corinthians 4:4 says; "In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ..." In 1 Thessalonians 2:18, Paul tells the church he wanted to visit them, but Satan prevented it.
Keep ReadingWhat Vacation Reminds Me
As you read this, Lord willing, I will be on vacation with my family and enjoying some rest and rejuvenation. Whenever I take vacation time, I find myself reflecting on a few things. I'm greatly relieved to be able to step away and rest, and be reminded that all things are in the Lord's hands. Truthfully, every time we even go to sleep it's a reminder that the world is not dependent on our conscious activity. We ultimately are not needed. Only the Lord is.
Keep Reading"Puritan"—What Comes to Mind?
When you hear the word "Puritan," what comes to mind? For most people, who may not be as familiar with church history as we generally are, the word Puritan has associations of prudishness and uptight morality. We even have a word for it - "puritanical." It is true that they, as a rule, took matters of Christian ethics very seriously.
Keep ReadingWhat VBS Reminded Me
I am very thankful for all the people who put in so much time to make VBS happen this year. I know I'm biased because my wife had a big hand in writing out the curriculum, but I do think we put together a great week of VBS.
Keep ReadingJan 18
2024
Pastor's Note
Last week Pastor Shaun and I traveled to Phoenix for a “vision summit” for our denomination (thanks for allowing us the opportunity).
Jan 11
2024
Pastor's Note
As we saw last week, Jesus invites people to follow Him. There is power in simple invitation. Come and see. Come and follow. That was the thought behind “Visitor Sundays,” in which we encouraged you to invite visitors on the first day of the month.
Jan 4
2024
Pastor's Note
This Sunday we start our next round of adult Sunday School classes. All around, I’ve greatly enjoyed our classes this year, and think we have benefited greatly from our new basement and the additional classroom spaces.