Two things I ask of you; deny them not to me before I die: Remove far from me falsehood and lying; give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with the food that is needful for me, lest I be full and deny you and say, “Who is the Lord?”or lest I be poor and steal and...
Paul’s letter to the Ephesian church deals with topics at the very core of what it means to be a Christian—both in faith and in practice—regardless of any particular problem in the community. He begins the letter by laying out specific theological truths and completes it with the result, application...
For the past several years, we have offered an event called “Discover Grace” that gives an opportunity for anyone to interact with our leadership and staff and get involved! Sunday morning is a casual classroom-style meet-up where leadership explains what we believe, gives a brief history of the church and...
What other relationship includes a huge ceremony where two people stand in front of God and a group of friends and family to affirm their commitments? It would be a little weird if we did that when we made a new friend… gather the family around and be led into...
In various places and seasons of life, everyone of us is called to Lead—in our families, at the workplace, at church, in our communities—no matter how many people are following. In a multitude of ways, Jesus commands us to step up and take responsibility, influence those around us for good,...
We didn’t know holiness would be so hard-won. As with many new believers, we enjoyed sudden victory over some of the sins that had marked my unbelieving life. We flew on eagles’ wings. We leap from one degree of glory to another. But then sanctification slowed. The eagles’ wings faltered,...
How to Fight Depression Depression can be brought on by a number of factors, both situational and genetic. Some people are naturally predisposed to depression, while others experience traumas that instigate a depressive episode. So, how do we fight back against the challenging physical and emotional symptoms that depression presents?...
Has your heart been ever been or currently broken? Has something terrible happened to you—or not happened—that feels like it has shattered your life into a million pieces? If so, we want you to know that you are not alone. Our Lord Jesus Christ’s heart was also broken as well....
Lord, help me to forgive as Jesus forgave on the cross. As Jesus was being crucified, He prayed: “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do,” (Luke 23:34). Can you imagine the pain He was going through? And yet, His heart was still to forgive. If your...
Restore unto me the joy of Your salvation and uphold me with Your generous Spirit. After you have forgiven the people who hurt you, you can start down the path of healing. If your heart is broken, you might have lost your joy. But you know what? You don’t have...