Pastor's Blog

The task of the church is to make the invisible Kingdom visible through faithful Christian living and witness-bearing . - J.I. PackerWhat kind of ketchup do you like? At our house we try to cut costs and will often buy a non-name or generic … [Read more...] about Please Pass the Ketchup… And Jesus

When we turn away from God as He has made Himself known, we don’t trust in nothing; we trust in all kinds of things. - Alistair BeggIt was a hero’s welcome for the Artemis II crew following a safe return and splashdown recently in … [Read more...] about Did Artemis II See E.T.?

Promises and piecrust are made to be broken. - Jonathan SwiftKalina and Shane Pavlovsky planned a beautiful wedding reception at The Barn at Scappoose Creek, Oregon, yet were very disappointed when out of the 40 guests who had RSVP'd, only … [Read more...] about God Always Keeps His Promises

Most other religions are based on their teachings. Christianity is based on the death of Christ and the Resurrection that attests its efficacy. - Ajith FernandoUh oh, if KitKats are your favorite Easter candy, you may be in trouble this year. … [Read more...] about The KitKat Bandit and the Case of the Empty Tomb

If you’ve decided to follow Jesus, expect enemy attacks. - David Alan CampbellThe Great Wall of China is a gigantic structure that cost an immense amount of money and labor. It was built to protect China from raids and invasions of their … [Read more...] about Battle Stations

It is a sad thing to be Christians at a supper, heathens in our shops, and devils in our closets. - Stephen CharnockIt was one of those unforgettable conversations. Though it was over forty years ago, it’s tattooed on the wall of my mind. I … [Read more...] about Does Jesus Know You?