Paul said it, but do we believe it? One of the most quoted New Testament verses within the evangelical church. As Paul wrestled with his
Read MoreLove is a loaded word. I live in the North and I hunt. When I say, “I love Black Bears!” it means that Black Bear
Read MoreYou Can Be A Saint. Take a look at the opening greeting in Philippians 1: “Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints
Read MoreWhile on my bike! Now that Spring’s finally arrived, I’ve been trying to get out on my bike. There’s a great place to mountain bike
Read MoreHow do you use your downtime? When we get some downtime, we let our mind wander and quite often reflect on past experiences. As we think back to those experiences, they almost always include past relationships.
Read MoreDuring the conversion experience, or soon after putting our trust in Christ, many connect with a particular passage or verse. Some refer to it as their life verse, because it was so pivotal in God’s plan for their salvation. This verse is typically the first to be memorized and brought to mind in times of trouble.
Read MoreDiscover how to truly believe that God is for us and not against us, even in times of struggle.
Read MoreNo matter how hard life gets, something inside of us convinces us that we shouldn’t ask for help. We try to walk through deep valleys of trial and pain, relying solely on our own strength. In reality, it’s just not possible.
Read MoreLast week we introduced the concept of Surrendering our Status. Francis Chan encouraged us to give up our constant desire for popularity in the world’s eyes, in order to truly follow Christ. Today, we’re going to dive deeper into that concept.
Read MoreGoal-setting is so important! When I was a youth pastor, taking trips was a key part of the ministry. Before we left, we would have an evening of spiritual preparation; a group session to discuss the spiritual goals for the experience. Goal setting can be a great addition to any conference or mission experience, to increase the impact of the trip.
Read MoreFor many Christians, a certain verse or passage can carry more importance or perhaps, becomes easier to memorize. This is because of its attachment to particular events in their life. Sometimes attached to their salvation or baptism. This piece of Scripture becomes an anchor used to solidify their faith, and throughout their faith journey, comes to be known as a “life-verse”.
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