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Mountaintop Metaphors –Preaching Tip for 5 May 2018

The metaphor of mountain typically symbolizes a place where one meets God. The mountaintop lies above or within the clouds, a place where reason and everyday “sight” don’t apply. Instead, the mountaintop is bathed in mystery, clouds, intensity of light, and a view of...

Pastor’s Prayer for 5 May 2018

“Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which...
Educated: A Memoir

Educated: A Memoir

Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover –Review by Teri Hyrkas “On the highway below, the school bus rolls past without stopping…. I am only seven, but I understand that it is this fact, more than any other, that makes my family different: we don’t go to...

Easter 4

But when they looked up, they saw that the stone, which was very large, had been rolled away. As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man dressed in a white robe sitting on the right side, and they were alarmed. “Don’t be alarmed,” he said. “You are looking for...
10 Greek Words Every Christian Should Know

10 Greek Words Every Christian Should Know

10 Greek Words Every Christian Should Know Lectionary 29 April 2018 5th Sunday of Easter Acts 8:26-40 Psalm 22:25-31 1 John 4:7-21 John 15:1-8 Text to Life Anyone here this morning who is multi-lingual? Anyone tri-lingual? Anyone speak more than three languages?...