We, as a united community, are called to build a safe and encouraging environment where everyone feels valued and included. Our mission is not just a theoretical ideal, but a practical call to action, inspired by the enduring themes found in various aspects of our culture and faith. It is a collective responsibility that weContinue reading “Building Up Our Community”
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We Serve Without Judgment
Memorial Day serves as a poignant reminder for many, not merely as a day off from work, but as a sacred moment to honor those who have sacrificed their lives for freedom. In the Christian faith, this concept of sacrifice is deeply entwined with the teachings of Jesus Christ, who called His followers to liveContinue reading “We Serve Without Judgment”
Love One Another: The Remix
There is an eternal fighting between people, which tends to pull our eyes, ears, and minds toward the conflict. We see fighting in politics constantly, leading to deep divisions between our leaders, and fights create wedges between people over meaningless things like movies and sports teams. Unfortunately, division sparks within the church over non-essential dogma.Continue reading “Love One Another: The Remix”
A Life of Constant Sacrifice
Living a life of sacrifice is deeply ingrained in Christian teachings, urging followers to emulate Christ’s example to honor and glorify God. This call to sacrifice is not just about enduring hardships or giving up personal desires but is a profound expression of worship and dedication to a higher purpose. Historically, mothers have exemplified thisContinue reading “A Life of Constant Sacrifice”
Grafted For Beauty
In the context of Christian theology, grafting serves as a powerful metaphor for believers being integrated into God’s kingdom. This concept, often used in agriculture where parts from one plant are attached to another to foster growth and diversity, symbolically represents how believers are incorporated into the divine fold. Notably, Jesus and Paul utilized agriculturalContinue reading “Grafted For Beauty”
Breaking Barriers
The question of identity and unity is central to human existence, both in personal introspection and societal cohesion. In the biblical text of Romans 10:5-13, the apostle Paul delves into the essence of faith and its unifying power. We explore the themes of unity, love, and faith as outlined in Romans 10:5-13, and how theyContinue reading “Breaking Barriers”
Quit Straining
Among some of the hardest adventures and races I have ever competed in would have to be the Mammoth Trailfest 50K. Right in the middle of this race is the grueling Dragon’s Back Ascent up Mammoth Mountain, where you spend about two horizontal miles climbing over 2000 feet vertically. The climb required equal amounts ofContinue reading “Quit Straining”
The Promise
As kids, our promises begin with promising to do more chores in exchange for a bigger allowance or promising your dessert in exchange for a baseball card. The older we get, we start promising more in exchange for more, for example, promising to do a job in exchange for payment. Even further, we promise banksContinue reading “The Promise”
The Signs of Holiness
True holiness is not a mere exhibition of outward displays or the flaunting of one’s status or identity. Instead, it centers around a profound connection with Jesus and a commitment to embodying the teachings of the Gospel. In a world where people often boast about achievements and affiliations, true holiness transcends outward displays of status.Continue reading “The Signs of Holiness”
FROM FAITH + FOR FAITH
Faith in God is a potent force that not only empowers individuals to overcome struggles but also plays a pivotal role in building a community of believers and advancing God’s kingdom. In the book of Romans, the Apostle Paul underscores the transformative power of faith and emphasizes the significance of community. Follow as we exploreContinue reading “FROM FAITH + FOR FAITH”
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