Our Sunday Services and Sunday School are back to “normal,” that is, COVID-19 normal. Our pastor was under quarantine because he was exposed to the virus during his pastorly duties. […]
Starting on September 27, Journey with Us through the Book of Acts
The first time someone stepped into the arena to preach Jesus, he wanted all to understand—this Word of Christ is for everyone! Such a day, which some christen as the […]
Philippians 1:12-14, 19-30: Chrestos to Christos to Kerdos
Under house arrest in Rome, Paul can no longer travel. In earlier days, he twice journeyed to Philippi, disembarking at the port of Neapolis. Now, trekking overland, the closer he […]
Matthew 18:21-35: 70 x 7
“Up to seven times,” Peter blurts out, stipulating how many times somebody should absolve another. The Jewish rabbis of his day said someone met this obligation after forgiving three times […]
Romans 13:1-7: For Whom Does the Sword Swing?
Some days or years before our first parents bit into the forbidden tree’s fruit, God founded both Church and family. In a love unknown to us and a closeness beyond […]
To Isolate or Not, Such is Our Reality
This is our pastor’s article for the September edition of our congregational newsletter. The Old Testament doesn’t view life and death as mere biological facts. Read Scripture, and you will […]
Matthew 16:21-28: Your Cross and His Cross
At last, somebody understands Jesus! Earlier, He tossed this query toward His disciples, “Who do people suppose the Son of Man is?” Above the others, Peter rose, “You are the […]
Romans 12:1-2: A Living Sacrifice
After explaining how God saves, Paul now waxes lyrical. With the depths of God as his topic, he embarks on an exclamation of praise. First, he seizes a word connected […]
Jesus in the Storm
The day began as Jesus withdrew to a deserted place to be alone. Later, in the afternoon sun, He ascends atop a mountain to pray. Again, Jesus seeks solitude, far […]
Isaiah 55:1-5: Delight in the Richest of Fare
A water vendor, a part of ordinary commerce in ages past. Most did not live next to a stream, and sometimes access to a well became problematic. So, in typical […]