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Why are Christians So Intolerant of Other People's Beliefs?
by Cara Erickson on September 18th, 2025
Intolerance is often used as a criticism against Christianity, but the truth is that intolerance is unavoidable—every worldview excludes something. The real issue is not whether we disagree, but how we treat those we disagree with. This post explores the difference between objective intolerance (standing for truth) and subjective intolerance (devaluing people), showing that Christianity uniquely holds both uncompromising truth and radical inclusion at the same time. Far from being the most intolerant, Christianity proclaims the most inclusive God—one who calls every person to Himself while affirming their worth as image bearers of God.  Read More
Commit to God's Covenant
by Sermon Recap on September 2nd, 2025
In Deuteronomy 27, we're reminded of the profound importance of committing wholeheartedly to God's covenant. The chapter details a ceremony where the Israelites were to confirm their commitment to God's law, emphasizing the gravity of their covenant relationship. This ancient ritual holds surprising relevance for us today. Just as the Israelites were called to publicly declare their allegiance, we too are invited to confirm our commitment to God, not through stone monuments, but through faith in Christ. The passage beautifully illustrates how our spiritual journey involves planning, pondering, and performing our commitment to God. It challenges us to consider: Are we merely going through religious motions, or are we truly living out our faith in every aspect of our lives? This message urges us to move beyond superficial religiosity and embrace a genuine, transformative relationship with God, rooted in Christ's finished work on the cross.  Read More
If grace is free, why does obedience matter?
by Seth Shelton on May 12th, 2025
This blog post explores the common question, “If God’s grace is free, why am I expected to obey Him or love and serve others?” by unpacking a fundamental misunderstanding about the nature and effect of grace. Rather than demanding anything, true grace—God’s undeserved, unmerited, and unobligated favor—transforms those who receive it. Through a biblical lens, the post explains that grace meets us in our spiritual death, makes us alive in Christ, and empowers us to live differently, not out of obligation but as a joyful response. Obedience, love, and service are not expectations placed on us to earn grace, but the fruit produced by grace within us. The right question is not why grace expects something, but how grace so deeply changes us that we long to obey and serve in return.  Read More
My Brother's Keeper
by Sermon Recap on May 5th, 2025
This week, we're challenged to reflect on our role as our brother's keeper. The central message revolves around God's call for His people to be generous and compassionate, mirroring His own nature. We're reminded that as God's children, we're not just recipients of His blessings, but channels through which His love flows to others. The tithe, often seen as a burden, is reframed as a joyful act of worship and a means to support God's mission and care for the needy. This passage beautifully illustrates how our generosity isn't just about giving money, but about reflecting God's character in our relationships and community. As we consider the Sabbath year of release and the call to open-handedness, we're invited to examine our own hearts. Are we holding tightly to what we think we've earned, or are we living with the same generous spirit that God has shown us? This message challenges us to see our resources, whether financial or relational, as tools to bless others and glorify God.  Read More
Sharpened by Love: The Role of Love in the Life of the Church
by Cara Erickson on April 25th, 2025
This article explores the foundational role of love in the life and mission of the church. Love is presented as the keystone of obedience, the means by which mission is accomplished both within and outside the church body, and the whetstone that sharpens and strengthens the people of God. Through Scripture and practical reflection, the article challenges believers to examine their personal and communal expressions of love and encourages a renewed commitment to embodying Christlike love that glorifies God and advances His kingdom.  Read More

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