A tradition in Methodist/Wesleyan churches through the centuries has been to annually renew the commitment to being a follower of Jesus, using the Covenant Renewal Service that John Wesley produced. The first Sunday of a New Year is the traditional time to hold John Wesley’s Covenant Renewal Service. As has...
Once again, instead of sharing my thoughts about this Sunday’s verses, I am encouraging you to read them and consider what they imply about Mary’s character, especially if you consider the implications of possibly being an unwed mother in those times. Thanks to those of you who shared your insights...
Strong Words About Division I personally find poor losers and gloating winners to be equally offensive (I’ve been both). They are prideful expressions that only cause further division. This week we have seen both of those expressed in regard to the appointment of Justice Amy Coney Barrett and I expect that we will...
As of this Sunday, our monthly Hymn Sing will be before our 9am service. We will gather on the lawn at 8:45am to sing our hymns. The time change will allow the staff more time to prepare for the online service, and will allow more flexibility for making in-person requests, if...
The Awakening Life Course is a four week journey of Scripture, prayer, conversation, and transformation; all centered around the awakening and disciple-making mission of Jesus Christ. Expect to be challenged, encouraged, equipped and empowered for the important season of faith ahead. The course will unfold over four weeks (Oct. 17-Nov....
“It doesn’t matter what you believe, as long as you believe something!” This is commonly affirmed today, and it is as wrong as it was when it escaped the lips of the serpent in the Garden! Of course it matters what you believe! There is Truth, and there is the...
Since so many things in our world are unsettled right now, I thought we could all stand to be encouraged by taking some time to meditate on these familiar verses. Remember that we severe a God who is not overwhelmed or surprised by the events of this world. His love...
This Saturday, Franklin Graham is leading a prayer march in Washington DC. It is not a protest or a rally to support anything political. It is a day of prayer to ask God to heal our land. “America is in trouble. Our communities are hurting, our people are divided, and there’s fear...
We are excited to announce A Night With New Room, Friday evening, Sept. 25, 2020! As you would expect, due to the ever-changing restrictions and limitations of COVID-19 and with the safety of everyone in mind, we’ve made the difficult decision to transition the New Room Conference 2020 to an...