In the previous post, I said that in Matthew 28:16-20, Jesus was thinking correctly when he said that he was going to leave his disciples. Why? First of all, he has given them plenty of opportunities to learn from him over the past three years. He trained them. He discipled them. He pushed them outContinue reading “Why following Jesus means stepping out of our comfort zones – Growing in Faith Together, Part 5”
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When Jesus leaves us – Growing in Faith Together, Part 4
In Matthew, chapter 28, verses 16-20, we read about Jesus’ final invitation to his disciples. They have followed him for three years. They have followed him through the craziness of his arrest, trial, beating, crucifixion, resurrection. Now this: “Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go.Continue reading “When Jesus leaves us – Growing in Faith Together, Part 4”
What the Bible says we’re supposed to talk about in the church (and what we actually talk about) – Speaking life to one another, Part 1
This week I welcome guest blogger, Kirk Marks. Kirk is a retired pastor, having served 30+ years in both local churches with his wife, Debbie, and in denominational administration. He has also taught theology and led a pastoral assessment center for many years. He and Debbie, along with their two daughters and son-in-law are membersContinue reading “What the Bible says we’re supposed to talk about in the church (and what we actually talk about) – Speaking life to one another, Part 1”
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