1 Thessalonians 5, part 1

The times we live in are uncertain and morally dim. How are we to live in this dark world? The first part of chapter 5 addresses this subject head on. Another encouragement from 1 Thessalonians as we consider the soon return of Jesus for His church.

1 Thessalonians 4, part 2

"I'll fly away! O, glory!" The words of the old spiritual may be familiar. Christians have a hope beyond the grave that is based on one of the central tenets of our faith: the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. This Sunday we will be covering this comforting passage in 1 Thessalonians 4. Don't miss it!

1 Thessalonians 4

So many people would like to know what God wants for their lives. Questions like, "What should I do?", "What is God's will for my life?", "Where should I work?" and similar thoughts arise in the heart of every Christian at many points in their faith journey with the Lord. We also regularly face questions on morality and ethics as we live in an ever-shifting culture. This chapter addresses several of these issues clearly, exhorting us to live on the higher plane of God's call. His Word is such a faithful guide for our path! Come this Sunday prepared to be blessed by the unfailing counsel found in the fourth chapter of Thessalonians.

Increasing Love

"And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, as we do for you..." ~1 Thessalonians 3:12

We can often feel so limited in our ability to love. Our love is so fickle, so fleeting, so connected with our feelings and circumstances, as well as the actions and attitude of the one who is the object of this love, whether by our choice or God's command. Loving each other, and "all" (all people, everywhere) is impossible. We are limited as humans in our ability to love. But with God all things are possible, and this verse reminds us that it is the LORD who causes the increase in love, for other Christians and for all people. Let's let HIM bring about this increase and overflow from our lives with His awesome power!

Sunday, January 17th

This frigid January weekend we will be having a guest pastor-teacher sharing from the Word of God with us.
David Mercer is from northwest Montana where he pastors the congregation at Calvary Chapel of the Flathead Valley.
He is a gifted teacher, worship leader and has a love of discipleship and also missions both close to home and abroad.
His wife Shannon and a small team of youth will also be joining us and serving in various aspects of ministry. We know that you will be blessed to share in fellowship together with them.

Journey Through the Bible: 1 Thessalonians

How exciting to be starting the new year with a new section of the New Testament! We will be considering the first letter of Paul the apostle to the church at Thessalonica (modern Thessaloniki in Greece). It is full of comfort, practicality and important scriptures regarding the coming again of Christ Jesus. Join us this Sunday, January 2nd for worship and fellowship around God's Word!

Colossians 4

There are so many situations in which people make comments and we have a choice to stay silent or respond. Should we take it to prayer or thoughtfully answer? This is part of ministering in daily life. How can we make the most of each opportunity for Christ? Chapter 4 of Colossians is so encouraging in this area. Come out as we wrap up this epistle this Sunday.