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The Christmas Message
Pastor Jeff Christianson The Lord told Isaiah that when Jesus is enthroned, He would be given royal names that reveal who He truly is. One of those names is Wonderful Counselor. That name speaks of wonder. It points to something astonishing and beyond explanation. Jesus is not simply a counselor who offers good advice. He possesses wisdom that is higher than ours, deeper…
Vision for Ministry
Pastor Jeff’s Vision for Ministry (Part 1) Christ at the Center — Not Methods, Messages, or Movements Early in my pastoral life, I loved the Word of God, taught the Word of God, and believed the Word of God. But I didn’t yet understand something vital: not every truth carries the same weight, and not every emphasis produces the same fruit. Over time, the Lord pressed one…
1 Corinthians 14:1-5
1 Cor 14 Prophecy and Tongues Pursue love, and desire spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy. 2 For he who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to God, for no one understands him; however, in the spirit he speaks mysteries. 3 But he who prophesies speaks edification and exhortation and comfort to men. 4 He who speaks in a tongue edifies himself,…
Growing in the Grace of God
Resurrected Living
God was Sufficient for Joshua and Caleb
Jesus is your treasure. A discussion of biblical stewardship and money.
How is stewardship actually worship? Jesus devoted roughly 25 percent of his words in the Gospels to the resources God has entrusted to our stewardship. This includes some 28 passages in the Gospels. In the Old and New Testaments combined there are over 800 verses on the subject, addressing topics…