Encased in Grace (The Art of Noticing)
Have you ever noticed how some people see the same things but see different things? It’s a matter of perception. Sometimes you just have to look closer. Sometimes you just have to look differently. You...
Whatever
On November 12th we gathered to worship our God of majesty, love, hope and holiness. Pastor Ruttan led our service, but had asked Jeff Walther to share the sermon (since Pastor Ruttan was away most...
Stabilizers for the Coming Storm
Jesus said he would return. He also said that several things would happen first: wars and rumours of war, false Messiahs, increasing Christian persecution, an increase in lawlessness, and a decrease in love. What are...
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Holiness is Readiness
We don’t talk about it a lot but Jesus is coming back. That’s a big deal. So how do you personally prepare? In addition to trusting him, we are told that when he comes we...
Preparing to honour God in big situations
Jesus did big things. So did his early followers. They spoke boldly even in the face of violent opposition. They loved enemies, turned the other cheek, gave freely, and laid down their lives for others....
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Hope lifts you forward
Is it possible to experience joy in the midst of affliction? Yes it is. This isn’t a message you hear very often, but it’s true. But how? The answer has to do with hope. Not...
I have calmed and quieted my soul
The battle is waged from a place of stillness. If an army is in chaos, it’s not going to respond very well when the enemy strikes. If a soldier is always fatigued and confused about...
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Memorable is Portable: The Most Famous Proverbs, Part 1
We’ve seen it play out a hundred times in movies or books. A village is under attack. The people need to flee. “Only take what is necessary! Leave everything else behind!” Forget furniture, food or...
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God helps those who… ask for help
You’ve most likely heard it before: “God helps those who help themselves.” Did you know that’s not actually in the Bible? It makes it sound like God only helps those who are already strong, and...
Doing what’s right with the time you have left
“Life is short.” “Seize the day.” For thousands of years people have known that their lives have an end date. But knowing your priorities and living by them are two different things. When Harry Chapin...