Recent Blog Posts
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How to Have Courage in the Storm
Four spiritual anchors give us courage in life’s storms: God’s presence, our identity as God’s children, aligning with God’s will, & trusting God’s sovereignty. Read More
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Remembering Our First Love
The Ephesian church, praised for its hard work and correct beliefs, was rebuked by Jesus for losing its passionate devotion, its first love for Christ. For contemporary Christians, regaining this fervor requires remembering their initial encounter with Jesus, repenting for letting distractions dampen their ardor, and returning to early practices of faith to rekindle their… Read More
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Know Jesus: It’s Not that He Gets Us But That We Get Him
The controversial “He Gets Us” ad campaign that aired during the Super Bowl has sparked a lot of debate this week. These commercials began in 2022 with the goal of helping people know Jesus by connecting Him to modern-day issues. The “He […] Read More
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Being A Faithful Witness: Principles for Sharing the Gospel
Being a faithful witness of Jesus Christ involves sharing our faith in a respectful and compassionate manner, exalting Jesus over ourselves, communicating the need for and benefits of the gospel, emphasizing the importance of Jesus’s resurrection and repentance, relying on God’s help, being prepared for rejection, and praying for those we share the gospel with.… Read More
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The Passion of Jesus: Unveiling the Heart of Christianity
The Passion of Jesus Christ is the heart of Christianity! It should be no surprise that Mark devotes one-third of his Gospel to the events that occur in Jesus’ final week. Mark began his Gospel by declaring, “The beginning of the gospel […] Read More
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The Book of Revelation: Revealing Jesus Christ
Today, our church began a teaching series on the Book of Revelation. I plan to document our journey through this book. My hope is that you will gain a greater understanding of this incredible book. The Book of Revelation is a captivating […] Read More
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How To Finish Well: Your Finish Matters More Than Your Start
What matters in life is not how you start; but how you finish. This is a universal truth. It is true about sports, business, relationships, and even our spiritual journey. I think it’s safe to say that we all want to finish […] Read More
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The Reasons Volunteers Say “Yes”
Volunteers are the key to any healthy church. They are the backbone of every thriving ministry within the church. Every volunteer role, no matter how big or small, is essential to fulfilling the mission of the church. While the motivations to volunteer […] Read More
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From Followers to Leaders: How To Develop a Leadership Culture
Cultivating a Leadership Culture for Thriving Churches. Discover practical tips and strategies to empower individuals and transform your congregation. Read More
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The Key to Bearing Spiritual Fruit is Abiding
Do you feel like you are constantly striving yet falling short spiritually? Jesus says the key to bearing spiritual fruit is abiding in Him. As we shift our focus from striving to abiding, we embrace a life marked by the natural outpouring of spiritual fruit. Read More
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New Year, New You
There are basically two types of people when it comes to a new year: 1) those who love to make New Year’s Resolutions, AND 2) those who loathe making New Year’s Resolutions. The funny thing is that regardless of which camp you fall into…almost […] Read More
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He Shall Be Called…Prince of Peace
Unto us a child is born…and His name shall be called Prince of Peace! This is part four of a four-part series based on Isaiah’s prophecy about the Messiah. Isaiah says our Messiah is a Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of […] Read More
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He Shall Be Called…Everlasting Father
And His name shall be called Everlasting Father! This is part three of a four-part series based on Isaiah’s prophecy about the Messiah. Isaiah says our Messiah is a Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. When God promised to […] Read More
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He Shall Be Called Mighty God
Unto us, a child is born…and His name shall be called Mighty God! This is part two of a four-part series based on Isaiah’s prophecy about the Messiah. Isaiah says our Messiah is a Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. […] Read More
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Turn The World Upside Down By Engaging the Culture With the Gospel
In Acts 17:1-34, we uncover the strategy and example the Apostle Paul gives us for engaging the culture with the Gospel. Paul’s example highlights several key principles for sharing the Gospel and living missionally. In this post, we are going to discover […] Read More
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He Shall Be Called…Wonderful Counselor
Unto us, a child is born…and His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor! This is part one of a four-part series based on Isaiah’s prophecy about the Messiah. He says our Messiah is a Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. […] Read More