The fundamental difference between how a Christian and a non-Christian engage God's Word is that a non-Christian just reads and listens, while a Christian eats. God's Word claims it is food for our souls. Remember what Jesus said in Matthew 4:4 But he answered, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word … Continue reading Don’t Just Read and Listen, Eat!
When we had our back-to-school Sunday a few weeks ago, many of us gathered in the Family Center after getting some lunch from the food trucks. When I was able to get over there, I noticed several newer people and families sitting by themselves. Then I saw Neal Ballah, deacon extraordinaire, go over to a … Continue reading Great Job Neal Ballah
Preaching God's Word is one my greatest joys in life. Oftentimes I feel as though it is a main reason I am alive. Martin Lloyd Jones was a well-known preacher of the Westminster Chapel in London who passed in 1981. (Listen to many of his sermons for free here.) I don't remember when or where, … Continue reading A Thought About Preaching
King Jesus has brought some amazing people to be a part of our church. There are so many! It's impossible for me to personally acknowledge everything everyone does. But that doesn't mean we should resist honoring those we see doing good things for the Lord. Today I want to honor and recognize two of our … Continue reading Thank You, Rodger Kampenga and Tim James!
Our presbyterian brothers know what I'm about to say very well. It's from the Westminster Shorter Catechism. It's the first question. Q1: What is the chief end of man? A: Man's chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him forever. We get the first part of that answer--to glorify God. The Bible is … Continue reading Enjoying God
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