There are people who have expressed, “Give me Christ but not the church.” Now, I understand there are reasons such has been said, one of which is the human aspect of the church; the imperfection among believers. Not all behave or interact as they ought. I, myself, am not always as I ought to be. However, it is … [Read more...] about DIVINE TOGETHERNESS!
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WHAT’S HAPPENING WITHIN?
In the summer of 1979 -- as I was working with the church in Toledo, Washington -- we had a congregational campout at the beautiful and serene Spirit Lake in the shadow of majestic Mount Saint Helens. It was such a calm setting for our personal reflection and worship together. There in the peaceful midst of part … [Read more...] about WHAT’S HAPPENING WITHIN?
THE KING’S OPEN INVITATION!
Receiving an invitation from a king would be something not to be taken lightly. To be the recipient would probably make us feel very special or at least privileged. And so should be the feeling in view of the invitation Jesus has offered us. Jesus said. . … [Read more...] about THE KING’S OPEN INVITATION!
SO SOW!
Living a “so-so” life is not very exciting. However, living with purpose that glorifies God should be acknowledged as an honor and a privilege. To surrender to being used by God for His Divine purposes -- being engaged in the works created in advance for us to do (Ephesians 2:10) -- should provide a real boost to our self-esteem … [Read more...] about SO SOW!
NEEDED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT!
In Paul’s first letter to Timothy, He urged. . . “(1) First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, (2) for kings and all who are in high positions, that we … [Read more...] about NEEDED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT!
