Community building and autumn both allow for new beginnings. Much like the New Year, there is something about the fall season that allows for a fresh start. Perhaps it’s the beginning of the school year as well as all the new activities and sports. Additionally, it’s the launch of the busy holiday season. Whatever the reason, I’m in the mood to try something new and, of course, it’s my hope that all of you will participate.
Read MorePosted by Patrice | Oct 6, 2018 | Blog, Verse of the Week
Broken is a disturbing word. We want to be strong and whole, not broken. But in reality, we all come to Jesus broken and in need of repair.
Read MorePosted by Patrice | Sep 29, 2018 | Blog, Verse of the Week
Command is a four letter word. We don’t like being told what to do; however, it’s part of our daily life. We are told: to pay taxes, when to put our garbage out, to be at work at a certain time, to complete an assignment, etc. Although we don’t like it, for the most part, we obey the commands of men. Conversely, the commands of God are often ignored – even defied. So, this week we are examining the Ten Commandments and how they influence our behavior – or not.
Read MoreShortness of life, do you contemplate that reality? It’s funny, I check expiration dates religiously on labels; however, I’m not nearly as cognizant of time’s expiration date. But I should be. After all, I can buy more milk, I can’t purchase additional time.
Read MoreMany of us are happy when the mailbox is empty. No junk mail or bills! But for others, particularly shut-ins, it means no communication from the outside world or from family and friends. Staying in touch has changed over the generations, and as I contemplate how different things are from my childhood, my mind wandered further back in time. How did people communicate with friends and family who lived far away from one another in biblical times? They probably had a figuratively empty mailbox all the time. Or did they?
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