John’s message of repentance was calling for something much larger than individuals turning from their besetting sins. In light of the impending arrival of the Messiah, John was calling for Israel to completely reorient their lives individually and corporately.
Local Church Membership is Important
Suffering and the Kingdom of God
We all go through seasons of suffering. We suffer as a result of living in a fallen world. On occasion we are hurt because of our own decisions and often we suffer because of the actions of others. While God does not cause us to suffer, He does work through suffering to accomplish His kingdom purposes. When we realize this we are able to find joy in the midst of suffering.
A Statement on Abuse
Our View of Money: Stewards Not Tithers
Often our attempts to teach on the subject of money are received with suspicion by the church body and the community at large. We want to be clear where we stand on this important issue, in hopes of cultivating transparency and trust. In this short post, we are not attempting to communicate a theological position on finances, but rather share some basic principles that we have adopted.