IIn the hustle and bustle of our lives, it is easy to get lost in pursuing material possessions and distractions. During this time of year, we are completely inundated with advertisements about how any number of products will help us organize better, eat healthier, manage our finances, or help us get in shape. However, asContinue reading “You Are Meant For More”
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When We See The Star
On New Year’s Eve, as the world turned its attention to the glittering spectacle of a crystal ball dropping in Times Square, it’s essential for us, as believers, to heed a more profound call. God encourages us to redirect our gaze upward, much like the wise men who followed the celestial guidance of a guidingContinue reading “When We See The Star”
A Fulfilling Love
Embracing God’s love as the foundation for our relationships and mission is like anchoring our lives in an unshakable truth. The divine source empowers us to extend love to others, mirroring the boundless love God has shown us. In the intricate tapestry of faith, Mary’s acceptance of God’s plan becomes a profound example of surrenderingContinue reading “A Fulfilling Love”
Everything Begins With Joy
Music, laughter, and smiles surround us during the advance toward Christmas. The decorations and songs intend to bring joy to the people around us. Unfortunately, we are caught up in the same anxieties and troubles that entrap us through the year. Joy coming from the Spirit of God serves as a counterexample to the commercializedContinue reading “Everything Begins With Joy”
Preparing Our Communities
Take a walk down the street, and chaos swirls around you. Whether looking at the two mass shootings this week, the highly contentious political environment or the war spread throughout our planet, what the world needs right now are peacemakers. During Advent, Peace resonates in our hearts as we reflect on the coming Prince ofContinue reading “Preparing Our Communities”
Waiting, Hoping, and Wishing
The Advent season begins with great intentions, plans, and new music playing everywhere. Anticipation and the sounds of Christmas melodies permeate the atmosphere throughout Advent, fostering a sense of connection to the season. This period is marked by a collective experience of waiting, hoping, and yearning for the arrival of Christ, accompanied by a steadfastContinue reading “Waiting, Hoping, and Wishing”
A Never-ending Thanksgiving
The essence of being a faithful servant of God is encapsulated in the significance of Thanksgiving, recognizing it as the catalyst for various virtues such as ministry, grace, hope, peace, and love. This concept extends beyond a single day in November, advocating for a continual presence of gratitude within our hearts throughout the year. AsContinue reading “A Never-ending Thanksgiving”
Wake Up Church: It’s Time To Get To Work
God has bestowed upon each of us unique talents and gifts, and in response to His divine calling, we are urged to employ these blessings for the betterment of our community and to spread the gospel’s teachings. It is a universal truth that every church, irrespective of its size or available resources, possesses the potentialContinue reading “Wake Up Church: It’s Time To Get To Work”
Are You Ready For It?
Preparation is the key. Thanksgiving is happening in less than two weeks; are you ready for it? Walking through your local club store might fill someone with anxiety as they are full of people and long lines. Everyone wants to ensure they have all their shopping done so that their food will be purchased andContinue reading “Are You Ready For It?”
The Pillars of Our Actions and Words
A Call To The Reformation of The Church In 1517, Martin Luther posted and promulgated the infamous Ninety-five Theses, setting the Protestant Reformation in motion. The various corruptions in the church troubled Luther greatly, and much of his energy was spent wrestling with the church’s rationale for placing itself between God and the people. AsContinue reading “The Pillars of Our Actions and Words”
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