It won't be long now! Just over a week and we kick off summer connexion (that would be June 1st, 8pm). This summer we're looking at the short little book of 1 John. Don't make the mistake of thinking 1 John is a nice little book - it's earth shaking, or at least life shaking. … Continue reading summerconnexion: can your faith stand the test?
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showing Christ clearly
Last Sunday night we talked about the Simple Life (no, not the stupid reality show. I'd like to say that I've never actually seen an episode, at least a whole episode, of the show). We talked about the life that has one single focus, one pure and holy passion (to quote the song). This becomes … Continue reading showing Christ clearly
adoniram judson’s letter of courting
Last night I mentioned that I had been listening to a short bio of a man named Adoniram Judson. He was the first missionary to Burma, and America's first foreign missionary. He went with his wife named Ann two weeks after they were married. The story of his life and ministry are remarkable, but I … Continue reading adoniram judson’s letter of courting
What Constitutes the Local Church
Bob did a phenomenal job on Sunday night. I have an ongoing love affair with the church, as I hope you do also. Our theme for the semester has been "When Christ is Your Treasure", and we have tried to look at various aspects of our live's from this persepective - what does life look … Continue reading What Constitutes the Local Church
Did Jesus Descend Into Hell
Two weeks ago we read the Apostles Creed together. This ancienct creed declares that Jesus "suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; He descended into hell". I had at least one person ask my about my views on this, the phrase "He descended into hell", so I thought a post might help. Right … Continue reading Did Jesus Descend Into Hell
God Entranced 