Do you remember your first day at a new church? What did you feel like? What did you notice? For many, those experiences evoke feelings of nervousness and fear. It is scary to be new, whether it is new to a church, a group, or a business. You are entering into someone else’s world. They… Continue reading Do You Remember?
Category: Growing roots
My hope is built…
Thursday April 1st This week we will hear a number of familiar passages, about Jesus betrayal, death, and resurrection. We have heard these stories so often that we can find ourselves glancing over them. They become common, normal passages of scripture. Turn with me to John 13 and 14. In John 13 Jesus celebrates the… Continue reading My hope is built…
He said what?
Thursday March 25th, 2010 This Sunday as we celebrate Palm Sunday, the beginning of Holy week, we will study Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Jesus covers a lot of topics in this passage. One phrase that is often used is, “You have heard it said…but I say to you.” What is really being said to… Continue reading He said what?
For Those
This past week I was thinking about our upcoming Rush of Fools concert and listening to their song, “For Those.” Read the words of the chorus: Lord we know it’s for those You’ve come Lord we know it’s for those You’ve given Your Son Lord we know it’s for those who can’t come on their… Continue reading For Those