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But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink… Matthew 14:30 For a few moments, the impetuous Peter actually walked on water. With His eyes completely focused on Jesus, he jumped out of a boat—miles from shore—during a violent storm, in the middle of the night, and his faith made the impossible ... Read More

              …grow up in every way into Christ. Ephesians 4:15 Grow up in every way. The Bible exhorts each of us to develop ourselves to our fullest potential—emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Far too many people come to a time in their lives when they simply stop learning, stop growing, and stop developing their gifts and talents. ... Read More

The news of the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI on February 11th stunned not only Catholics but the whole world. The ramifications of this decision may be far more reaching than many understand. This is only the second time a pope has decided to step down of his own free will. The first pope to ... Read More

We have all experienced various kinds of relationships—from casual acquaintances to intimate friendships. When trying to deepen a cross-cultural friendship with someone I have little in common with, I have found that breakthrough often happens when I seriously seek to understand and truly identify with their feelings, dreams, and difficulties. That’s called empathy. In a society ... Read More

Why go to Church for what everyone in society is already saying? From movie stars to businessmen, people of influence and position are telling us to give of ourselves, both financially and practically, to help our fellowman. The idea of serving the poor, standing up for the disenfranchised, and protecting our kids is a common and ... Read More

The prophetic word given by a trusted friend was crystal clear; God is present in the service to heal cancer, for His name is greater than all other names. As I silently prayed about when and how to best respond to this word last Sunday morning, I heard in my spirit an additional instruction from ... Read More

When the Apostle John needed a new perspective the Lord gave him a prophetic word (Revelation 4:1) - an open door in heaven with an invitation to “Come Up Here”. It was in the Lord’s presence that he would be shown things yet to take place.  Likewise, whenever you and I battle uncertainty or confusion ... Read More

I am increasingly aware that I do not war against flesh and blood, but against powerful demonic powers.  To be clear, I do not, however, attribute every problem or trial as a direct attack of the Devil. We all live in a broken, sinful world that can cause disappointment and pain for the best of ... Read More

An old hymn includes these words: Shut in with God in a secret place, there in the Spirit, beholding His face; Gaining new power to run in this race. Oh, I love to be shut in with God. This hymn speaks of what countless Christians through the centuries have witnessed firsthand: to be shut in with God in ... Read More

Recently, Pastor Manuela—one of the wonderful staff pastors of our church—had the joy of her mother, Esther, staying with her family to help in the care of Manuela’s new baby boy.  Esther is a much respected woman of God throughout Ghana, as well as an accomplished Christian singer and church leader. The day before Esther left ... Read More