President’s message: Standing on the truth
Pontius Pilate asked the famous question, “What is truth?” (John 18:38). Pilate wasn’t looking for an answer; he was stating his view that there really is no such thing as…
The story of us
The Christian church year is the story of what God has done for us. It is our story to repeat and remember. At the Passover table when generations of Jewish…
The world’s leading philanthropist is our friend
“At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions. . . . But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he…
Q&A: Were we “created to make a difference”?
I saw a sign that read, “You were created to make a difference.” What is your opinion of that message? What does making a difference mean? God did create us…
A keeper of random information
Memorizing brings an opportunity to witness and comfort. “Have you seen my keys?” “Mom, where did my Avenger guys go?” Most of the time I can easily answer the questions…
One person at a time
When all the social and relationship issues of our nation came to a head in the summer of 2020, citizens in our nation and members of our synod had mixed…
Faith and the thinking Christian: Part 1: Science as servant
Early one morning, the team gathered on the open plain. Staring at the tower in the distance, they waited. All of their intense, combined efforts over the past many months…
Confessions of faith: Cheryle and Dana McArdle
Man’s best friend leads to a new friend, a new church, and a renewed faith in Christ. On a routine visit to the dog park with her German shepherd, Cheryle…
A thought: The Bible still matters
The Bible is God’s revelation. It’s not speculation. God’s revelation focuses on one person—Jesus Christ. Many have asked why an itinerant preacher two thousand years ago is important to us…