Happy Mother’s Day. I was so blessed with a wonderful mother. Mom died in 1998 of pancreatic cancer. I have fond memories of her, thankful for her faith in Christ. She is the one who instilled in me the love of cooking. I’m also blessed with a dear mother-in-law. I too am thankful for her […]
My good friend Pat Quinn serves as the director of counseling at University Reformed Church in East Lansing. He’s preached here several times in my absence. Crossway published a book by Pat on corporate prayer. I quote from his chapter, Prayer Is and Should Be Trinitarian. Our prayers need to include all members of the Trinity. […]
In 1828, Governor Martin Van Buren wrote a letter to then President Andrew Jackson. His letter is the epitome of having no vision – living in the past and refusing to change with the future. He wrote: “The canal system of this country is being threatened by the spread of a new form of transportation known […]
Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! This historical saying dates back to Christianity’s early days – instead of saying “good morning” or “hello” believers would use this refrain on Easter. The tradition lives on 20 centuries later. We will use it this morning. Be ready. Did you know that Christ’s resurrection will destroy death itself […]
It is a joy to welcome to the pulpit this Sunday, Anthony Lange. Currently Anthony is the minister of congregational care at Berean Baptist in Livonia. Our pulpit committee and deacons have been involved in meeting and talking with Anthony about the possibility of him coming here to serve in the future. He has been […]
Last Sunday at the end of our service Paul Krepps announced Anthony Lange as a potential pastoral candidate. His resume is on the kiosk. Friday our deacons and wives met Anthony and his wife Kali. He’s been asked to preach next Sunday so you can meet him too. Please make every effort to attend. This […]
In three weeks we will celebrate the resurrection of our Lord – though technically every Sunday is Easter. We meet not on the Sabbath (Saturday) but on the first day of the week (Sunday) because Jesus rose from the dead. And yet Easter is special. On April 20, our annual breakfast will be held here […]
In government the name of Washington is revered. In literature the name of Shakespeare is respected. In music the name Bach is admired. In Christian circles the name of Spurgeon is honored. If the names of mortal men are regarded for their accomplishments and integrity, how much more should we esteem the name of God? The third commandment […]
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change, Ja 1:17. The Bible says God is infinitely and lavishly generous. But my sinful tendency is to think he’s not good but mean. And I am not alone. Tragically this is […]
I like collecting quotes – you know, small, one sentence reminders of truth. I write some in the fly leaf of my Bible. My phone has dozens of them saved under photos. Here are a few miscellaneous ones that have spoken to me: “Fear arises when we imagine everything depends on us.” – Elisabeth Elliot […]