Every year at this time we challenge daily Bible reading. How are you doing in your daily devotions? There are countless ways to read our Bibles but on the kiosk in the foyer is a schedule which enables you to read the Bible through in a year – a noble goal. I’ve used this schedule a […]
I know I live a sheltered life. Susan and I recently watched a documentary – we were taken back by what my dear mother would have called “potty mouths.” Tragically such language is common today. Recently in my devotions the prophet was denouncing Israel for her sin. There is no faithfulness … only cursing, Hosea 4:2-3. That […]
I often say, “Sunday is the best day of the week” and I mean it. Sure I understand that every day is lived for Christ – one man considers one day more sacred than another; and another man considers everyday alike, Rom 15:5. Sunday is the best for me because it’s on this day we come together for corporate […]
“Change is constant—so is the mission.” This motto is used by the Marines to inspire adaptability without abandoning its purpose. I love it. It also captures the pastoral challenge of holding fast to timeless truths while engaging in timely ministry. Local church ministry in 2025 is different than 1965 or even 1995! Think about the […]
The title pastor comes from the Latin – meaning shepherd. Pastors/elders are shepherds. Living in a metropolitan area we aren’t as familiar with the job of a shepherd. What does a shepherd do? Last week we looked at 2 descriptions of shepherds: they protect and lead the flock. There are 2 more descriptions. Shepherds feed […]
What does a pastor do? With Anthony Lange joining the pastoral team it would be helpful to review that answer. The title pastor comes from the Latin – meaning shepherd. Pastors/elders are shepherds. Living in a metropolitan area, we aren’t as familiar with a shepherd’s job. So the question is, what does a shepherd do? […]
Kindness. I think it’s the missing virtue of our age. Years ago, a stranger in a parking lot had to comment about the size of one of our pregnant daughters. He wasn’t just unkind. He was rude. Uncaring. I am sure he had no clue. He was unaware how hurtful he was. But unkindness isn’t […]
The theme for our Magnify conference this year is “Maturing in Christ.” Dates: Friday and Saturday, November 7-8. Our speaker is Joel Beeke. Register online. As a supporting church we supply cookies during the breaks. Please sign up to bring 2 dozen. This is always a highlight of the year. Come to enjoy the ministry […]
Many Christians suffer with unnecessary fears about sharing their faith. Much of the time the biggest problem is simply moving a conversation from small talk to “big” talk, the biggest subject of all—the Gospel. A friend sent me an article by Midwestern Baptist Seminary with a list of questions that can help us. Questions to Ask to […]
“Why did this happen to me?” is one of the most common questions asked in the counseling room. It is answered by Apostle Paul in 2 Cor 1:3-11. Look up this text. “Comfort” is used 10 times. Comfort is the first thing we look for when troubles come – and here, God is called “the God […]