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Jan 2023
The Holy Spirit is God. And if you are a genuine disciple of Jesus, he actually lives inside of you. And not just only you. Since God is omnipresent, he lives within other disciples as well. You’re right. It’s mind-blowing. It’s also one of the most misunderstood or neglected aspects of our discipleship. A better understanding provides great help and hope for our lives! This sermon explores Jesus’ teaching......
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What do we really know about the historical Jesus, and how does that impact our faith?
Jesus is the centre of our faith. He came to give us life; but what was his like? What did he look like? What was it like growing up Nazareth? What was it like...
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Beginnings, beginnings and yes, beginnings
Happy New Year! The Reverend Dr. Claude Cox led our service with a sermon titled ‘Beginnings, beginnings and yes, beginnings’. How appropriate! He has been the chaplain for many years at Grove Park Home...
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Realignment
Professor Michael Mangis writes: “The human heart is constantly tempted to live under the illusion that things are fine just the way they are.” But, of course, things are not fine just the way...
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A closer look at the nativity in Luke 2:1-20: politics, fear, subversion, war and hope
It’s one of the most famous stories ever told: The birth of Jesus. Shepherds, angels, and hostile Inn-keepers have appeared in thousands of Christmas pageants for hundreds of years. But when we hear something...
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“If you ask me anything in my name, I will do it.” Does Jesus give us a blank cheque in prayer?
In this brief look at John 14:13-14, Pastor Ruttan explains Jesus’s words and encourages us in faithful prayer.
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Jenn Harris shares words of wisdom about faith in the midst of change
Audio excerpt from Jenn during service on Sunday, Dec. 11th, where Pastor Ruttan and congregation thanked Jenn for 12+ years of service as our Music Director.
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Exclusive Inclusion – Is Jesus the only way?
For centuries, these words of Jesus have given comfort and clarity. They have also been the source of controversy: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the...
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Jesus said He came to give us ‘Abundant Life’. What did he mean?
Is this Jesus’ version of “live your best life now”? Think bigger. Think life that is “abundant.” This podcast and blog distill Jesus’ use of the word “life” in John’s Gospel to two main...
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Desperate Times call for Loving Measures
They say that desperate times call for desperate measures. Think of the hail Mary pass toward the end of the football game, or the man in such poor financial shape that he thinks his...
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