I hope that the desire of each follower of Jesus is to become like their Lord. What I mean is a desire to reflect Jesus kind of thoughts, to speak Jesus kind of words and to perform Jesus kind of actions. Yet, I am afraid that an incorrect understanding of becoming like Jesus hinders… Continue Reading
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Rearview Mirror 4-9-2020
We truly are living during an interesting time. Our lives and way of living are being reshaped right before our eyes. Who would have thought that on Easter Sunday church buildings would be all but vacant. I would concur with some that we may be living through one of those world changing once in a… Continue Reading
Spiritual Growth – One Step at a Time!
It is interesting to see how my grasp of spiritual maturity has developed over the years. This past March I celebrated my 38th year as a follower of Jesus. And, yes, God has had his proverbial hands full with me (actually all of us). It has taken me a long time to grasp that… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 4-2-2020
I am by nature and introvert and so is my wife. Yet, we have both remarked about how we are missing our regular social interaction. I am really missing connecting with our congregation on Sundays. I am missing the limited interaction with our family. So if you are feeling a little wonky just know… Continue Reading
Trust Me, I Got This!
I wonder what Jesus would say to His followers at a time like this? I am sure it would be something like, “Hey, take a deep breath, trust me, I’ve got this!” It is easy to forget that one of our many blessings is that Jesus walks with us during those dark times! And… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 3-26-2020
It has been another interesting week as we have experienced a number of changes related to the Governor’s “Stay Home, Stay Safe” orders. We are all shuffling through trying to figure this all out. Let me encourage you to take time, as they say, to smell the roses. I was able to do that this… Continue Reading
Leaning on Jesus Through the Storm
I hope that you are finding time to get into God’s Word. We are living through an interesting time in human history. A friend who is a little older than me commented, “I have never seen anything like this before!” I would have to concur. It is the uncertainty that breeds fear, but our… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 3-19-2020
It is crazy how quickly things can change. It has been a busy couple weeks for me working through changes with our Sunday school use suspended and then setting up an online service this past Sunday. I want to say thank you to everyone that has helped and those that participated. I know that it… Continue Reading
Quarantine Can Be a Blessing!
Maybe you have been in a context where someone has said, “Let’s talk about something other than the Corona virus!” It has captured our attention and focus. Anything that contributes to sickness, hardship and death should be a priority. I do want to encourage you with a few blessings for you and your family.… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 3-12-2020
Most of you have probably heard that South Kitsap School District has suspended facility use for all outside groups. This suspension is in effect until April 3rd at which point the situation will be reevaluated. We will be moving our service to a digital live stream with Facebook live on our Living Hope Facebook Group.… Continue Reading