by joe | Feb 16, 2023 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
Our world has always been changing and the change has accelerated over the last several decades. Our world today would be very different for a time traveler even from the 90’s. Yet, while everything is changing, nothing has changed. Yes, the spiritual or...
by joe | Feb 9, 2023 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
Maybe you have heard it said, “Do not pray for patience!” I have heard this maxim repeated many times in my life. The admonition is rooted in the understanding that becoming patient is almost always the result of trials. Maybe we should look at growing in patience...
by joe | Feb 2, 2023 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
My question could apply in many different areas of our lives! There is obviously the negative, that focus on abandoning our position. Some might consider me as selling out on my Football team of birth to root for the Seahawks. There is also the positive aspect of...
by joe | Jan 25, 2023 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
Have you noticed everywhere you go it seems like retailers are trying to up-sell you something. These additional promotions appeal to our earthly nature. Probably the most common is when a fast food establishment asks you “Would you like to up-size your order?”...
by joe | Jan 18, 2023 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
Life never ceases to be confusing! It seems like it has a way of interrupting the calm waters of smooth sailing. It is easy to conclude that these times are unnecessary but God’s Word reminds us that actually nothing is further from the truth. The reality is that...
by joe | Jan 12, 2023 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
Jesus has incredible balance in all areas of His life. He provides for us an example and a challenge to follow in His footsteps. If, you are a follower of Christ, like me, you have to wrestle with your relationship and involvement in culture. Our tendency is to...
