On a Sunday when families are dedicating their children to the Lord, we consider a passage that speaks to faith and commitment. Joshua challenges God’s people to make a decision to serve the Lord and him alone. Today, as we start our Fine Print focus of “Going on Record,” what better way to begin than…more
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When Solomon dedicated the temple, he prayed for God’s blessing. However, the blessing wasn’t for the building itself. His prayer extended beyond the bricks to all who would come to that place to seek the Lord; the blessing was for the people. Even as our capital campaign culminates with Commitment Sunday, we are looking beyond…more
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As we spend this week considering the part we will play in our upcoming campus expansion, we are reminded how Paul, in his letter to the Corinthians, says generous giving is like planting seeds. Through simple acts of generosity, God is able to make all kinds of blessings grow in the lives of others. Podcast:…more
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In the book of Acts, Luke describes followers filled with the Holy Spirit who are engaged in kingdom expansion. Whether they are involved in planting the seeds or watering the sprouts, God grows his church as his people make themselves ready and available. As we consider our own story as a congregation, we see signs…more
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Luke makes it abundantly clear that following Jesus has financial implications. Disciples demonstrate their commitment as they deny self-pursuits for the sake of kingdom advancements. As we continue to explore what it means for followers to “render to God,” we consider one specific opportunity for committing some of our resources, namely our upcoming campus expansion.…more
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Many Easter traditions simply celebrate the signs of spring. For believers, though, Easter proclaims the resurrection of Jesus, the ultimate sign of life. In looking forward to this future event, David found confidence in his own experience of God’s daily deliverance. Our resurrection hope, then, is rooted in the certainty of one who will save…more
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When Jesus tells a story about servants entrusted with their master’s money, he gets his followers thinking about how they handle their finances. Do we spend the king’s coins on our own stuff? Or are we willing to use these resources to advance his purposes? Over the next month, we are going to imagine what’s…more
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In Jesus, we see God’s every word brought to life. He is the perfect embodiment of God’s love and desires for his people. In the same way, those who follow Jesus are called to not only hear his word but to put it into practice. In essence, through his disciples, Jesus continues to transform something…more
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When Jesus refuses to turn stones to bread, he teaches his followers something about trust. God can be trusted to provide for his people. Just as he gave manna to the Israelites in the desert, so he continues to deliver those who look to him. Therefore, disciples do indeed live by “that which proceeds from…more
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As we read every word of the New Testament this month, we have to remain aware that some words are more important than others. When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, without hesitation he answered, “To love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength. And the second is…more
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