Congregations are still struggling to reach their pre-COVID numbers for physical gatherings. Some remain online or continue to meet in small groups at home. Congregations are dispersed in a way that we haven’t seen in centuries…or millennia. Church leaders are looking for direction. Will God provide direction? He will, in His time for His purpose.
Read MoreWe’ve been in a wilderness over the past two years. Our wilderness has been social, societal, phycological and political. It’s been very exhausting, like walking through the wilderness. We have been bombarded with fear through confusion, isolation and polarization.
Read MoreMaybe you’ve just entered a time of sorrow? Maybe you’re just coming out of one? I can’t promise it won’t hurt, but joy is coming. Hope is on the way. Don’t stop praying; don’t stop crying out to God. He sees you. He is faithful. He has a plan.
Read MoreAlthough it might not always feel like it; although you might not always see it happening, God is intimately involved in your life each and every day. Why? Because He has a greater purpose, and you are part of His plan. He wants to bring meaning and value to your life for His glory and the Gospel.
Read MoreWhat have you had to endure throughout the pandemic? How might you be hurting or suffering as we hit the 2-year mark? What wounds might you be carrying?
Read MoreI’ve been sitting on this post for the past two weeks. As a pastor, it’s hard to know when to speak up and when to stay silent, since I have friends and family on both sides of this discussion. As I watch protesters being rounded up by police, I feel like it’s time to publish a few thoughts.
Read MoreDescribe a life of faithful obedience and reverence. What does a faithful, obedient, reverent life look like for you right now?
Read MoreHow is your faith being displayed in this moment of life? How is your life any different? How is your life pleasing to God?
Read MoreWhat’s your faith position on the origins of the universe? What’s your reaction to hearing that you’re God’s image-bearer?
Read MoreHow have you aided in the mission of Jesus in the past couple of years? How will you aid in His gospel mission this year? What step will you take this week?
Read MoreHow are you doing? Maybe you’re experiencing yet another, COVID-Christmas? Maybe you’re entering into another year of on and off restrictions? We’ve all been watching the constant news cycle reminding us of yet another virus variant, and that the pandemic is far from over. And no matter your stand on masks, vaccines, or the pandemic as a whole, it’s a burden.
Read MoreDo you connect Christianity with charitable giving? Why or why not? Should Christians be giving differently to those in need? If so, what would it look like?
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