by joe | Jan 15, 2021 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
If you are like me, you probably do not pause too often to reflect on who you are listening to. I was reminded of the importance of who we listen to in two different Bible readings yesterday. The Bible reminds us that we need to be careful who...
by joe | Jan 7, 2021 | Newsletter
Here we go 2021! I am reminded that with all the stuff that happens life must go on, and it does. Let me encourage you to take some time to do a spiritual self-assessment and set at least one spiritual goal for this New Year. Now we all know that setting a goal does...
by joe | Jan 7, 2021 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
This past week I added another year to my age brings me to within touch of 60 years old. It is hard to believe that I am close to having lived six decades. It is amazing at how quickly time passes us by if we let it. It is especially a shame when this reflects...
by joe | Dec 31, 2020 | Newsletter
Good bye 2020. I want to Thank You for an interesting year that has changed me in so many ways. Yes, you have confronted me with the fear of death but also strengthened my faith in the Lord. You have taught me much about doing ministry over the internet and you have...
by joe | Dec 31, 2020 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
It is that time of year when many will reflect on the past 12 month and ponder the next 12 months. It is a good time for self-reflection. One of the great truths is that you will never get anywhere if you do not move. I am not speaking only of a physical...
by joe | Dec 24, 2020 | Newsletter
I want to wish each of you a Merry Christmas. It is wonderful time to reflect on the real meaning for the world to celebrate. Let me encourage you to take the opportunity to share Jesus at your family gathering.Just a reminder that tonight is the Christmas Eve Candle...
by joe | Dec 24, 2020 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
We all know the words of this classic Christmas song on the birth of Jesus: Silent night, Holy night, All is calm, all is bright, Round yon virgin, mother and child Holy infant, tender and mild, Sleep in heavenly peace, Sleep in heavenly peace. I am reminded of...
by joe | Dec 18, 2020 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
It was been one wonderfully crazy week for me. If this week was a story the unfolding events of this week would definitely be building to the climax of the story. I am reminded of the blessedness of ministry related weariness. It is something that all followers...
by joe | Dec 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
I want to say thank you to everyone that has pulled together to help with the building, praying for the building and giving towards the building. I am excited to have the building open for the Christmas Eve Open House with the lights and heat on.I want to give a shout...
by joe | Dec 11, 2020 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
It is interesting how nearsighted we can be when looking at life situations. Our tendency is to see the up close and personal situation in our lives and fail to see if from the perspective of distance. It is easy for us to think that we are...
