It is election season--and I'm not talking about the GOP or the DNC. I'm talking about Deacons at LHBC! 🙂 I wanted to let everyone know just how deacons are elected at LHBC. Many of our newer folks don't know this, and perhaps some of you who are not-so-new don't know it either. So, here … Continue reading How Deacons Are Decided at LHBC
As many of you have noticed, we've started introducing a new song each month (or so). This month the worship leaders and I have decided on "Behold Him." The song was written by Paul Baloche. He has been writing worship songs for many years and has written songs like "Open the Eyes of My Heart" … Continue reading Song of the Month: “Behold Him”
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
I am all for congregational singing. I am all for the corporate role of teaching and admonishing one another in our singing, according to Colossians 3:16-17. In my opinion, that is not emphasized enough in some modern churches. But recently I've been impressed with the need for us to not just sing. Yes, there is … Continue reading Don’t Just Sing: A Thought on Enjoying God in Worship
Assurance of salvation is a real issue for some. It can be paralyzing. Knowing your sin and God's holiness is a great thing. But having a seemingly constant dread in the back of your mind of whether or not you're saved is . . . not great. There is lots to be said about this … Continue reading One Key for Assurance of Salvation
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