May 30th 2008
Pastor Greg shares photos and insights from his recent trip to Israel, the Holy Land. He also brings a message that focuses in on Jesus’ return, the significance of Jerusalem and the Great Tribulation.
May 27th 2008
One of our pastors is traveling to Myanmar to train local pastors in grief counseling and crisis intervention. Please pray for the victims in that region and their families, and for our pastor and his comrades as they venture to do God’s will. We will have more to share upon his safe return.
Photos courtesy of AP photo archives.
May 27th 2008
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Dennis Davenport, our guest pastor on Sunday, explains the progression away from God that we can go through when we resist dealing with sin in our lives. Discouragement in times of trial is exactly what Satan desires. But God desires healing, peace, and holiness for all his children.
May 24th 2008
I want to express my sympathy to Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife and family over the tragic death of their young daughter, Maria Sue Chapman. Maria was one of the close-knit family’s six children.
I have met many talented Christian musicians over the years, but Steven Curtis Chapman stands out as an unusually godly and compassionate man to me.
I remember when we were in Christchurch, New Zealand, a couple of years ago and we had a long lunch together. We talked about a lot of things, but it was evident to Cathe and me that Steven’s passion was not about his career, songs, or anything like that. His passion was adopting Chinese children into Christian homes, and little Maria was one of those he adopted.
There are no words we can say to take away Steven and his wife Mary Beth’s pain in this very difficult hour, but we can turn to the One who touch them as only He can, and bring consolation.
Jesus said, “Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted.” May He extend His comfort to this family at this time.
Little Maria is in heaven now and thank God she is not only a part of the Chapmans’ past, but also of their future. They will see her again, as all believers will reunited with their loved ones who have died in the Lord.
Greg
P.S. Steven has a Web site that tells you more about adoption of children who are in great need overseas. Check it out here.
May 23rd 2008
We have just returned from our trip overseas. I am majorly jet-lagged.
I HATE jet lag (I am typing this at 3:45 a.m. on Friday morning). But it’s good to be home again!
One of the things I miss most when I’m away from America is Mexican food! So that will be on my list of things to do today.
To read the rest of Pastor Greg’s blog entry for Friday, click here.
May 22nd 2008
What does it mean to have the Lord as your shepherd, and what does it mean to be His sheep? Pastor Levi Lusko takes one of the most well-known chapters of the Bible and uncovers its depth. He explains the biblical and cultural context, which reminds us why this passage is so loved.
May 21st 2008
Yes, folks, Lost Boy is finally here! I am holding a copy in my hands, as we speak.
Well, actually, I had to set it down to type this. I am quite happy with the way it turned out. Its size will not intimidate you. This is a book I think you will start and finish.
To read the rest of Pastor Greg’s blog entry, click here.
You can purchase your own copy of Lost Boy at the Harvest Bookstore now. Also, Pastor Greg will be holding two book signings soon. Check the bulletin this Sunday for more information.
May 19th 2008
Pastor Levi Lusko delivered this amazing message from John 16
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We have been promised that there will be trials for us here on this earth. And here in Scripture, we are also given three different ways to respond to pain.
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