On World CoOcmmunion day, Pastor Gary points out the importance of conversations around the table. A time of remembering the past and a time of sharing what is going on in our lives. When Jesus instituted communion, He wanted us to remember Him and his sacrifice, as well as remember our responsibilities as His followers.…
Rev. Ruth Blum shares from James 3:13-4:3 exploring the importance of Wisdom in our lives. Following are some highlights. Our world is constantly trying to have MORE of [fill in the blank]. The church’s philosophy is LOVE. Do we as Christians demonstrate LOVE when we are pushing and pulling for MORE? James points out the…
Mark 8:27-38 and Proverbs 1:23 With lessons from various scripture passages and messages from other theologians, Rev. Gary Kennedy share the message from Jesus that as the Messiah, he had to suffer, die and come back to life after three days to redeem His followers for their sins. We as followers, like the early disciples,…
When you are encouraged to mentor others in their spiritual journey, do not refuse because you do not feel “good enough.” Simply put into practice the WHY of what you believe. We are usually very readily available to teach others at a new job. What stops us from being a mentor to others in their…
Jesus worked hard at teaching his Disciples the importance of service, love, sacrifice and sharing in our relationship with God. The Pharisees hated Jesus’ teaching and insisted that Ceremony and Ritual were more important. Jesus is the “real deal” in Rev. Gary Kennedy’s message about the importance of reminding us not to just give “lip…
Rev. Gary Kennedy reminds us when God calls us to action, he gives us wisdom, revelation, knowledge and understanding. He opens the eyes of our hearts. Therefore, when He calls us to action, He gives us the tools we need to fulfill our task. Have no fear, God has gifted you to do what He…
1 Samuel 8:4-20
Because of his background of persecution of the church, Paul was challenged when he was led by the Holy Spirit to chastise the church for allowing many outside influences to tarnish their ministry. They demanded to know what his credentials were to give him the right to call them out. His reply was based upon…
Born of flesh or born of Spirit? Both are necessary. See John 3:1-17
Imagine Jesus praying for you personally. And He prayed for me personally. As He gave His love for us by giving all He had to us and for us. Jesus gave his very life for me and for you. Jesus gave the Holy Spirit to each of us before He left us. He prayed specifically…