1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Luke 15:1-7: Joan Botthof’s Funeral Sermon

Jesus told a parable to those who thought they had sealed the deal with God. They didn’t need to repent–they were God’s people. So Jesus told them a parable, a story to make a point. But in that parable, Jesus also makes a point for us. But what is that point? Ah, Jesus sneaked it […]

Joan Botthof’s Memorial Service

On Wednesday, December 3, 2014, Joan Botthof died and was transferred from the Church Militant to the Church Triumphant.  Her memorial service will be on Saturday, December 6, at 6:00 PM, at Stumpff Funeral Home, here in Kimberling City.