Let’s face it, when it comes to things we want, humility usually isn’t near the top of the list, if it’s even on there at all! However, the Bible has much to say about the benefits of being humble. Jesus teaches a parable about seats at a wedding banquet to illustrate His point beautifully. Join … [Read more…]
When you think of the concept of being a “good neighbour” what comes to your mind? Showing courtesy, not cutting your grass at 7:00 am, keeping your dog tied up, hosting a block party, etc. may all be options. But what if it simply meant doing for someone else what they needed most? That is … [Read more…]
Financial planners tell us to invest our money wisely and that a small amount invested in the right place at the right time can yield incredible results. That is also true for the kingdom of God. When we live in such a way as to put God first, God can use that little bit of … [Read more…]
We live in a wonderful and prosperous country here in Canada. If we are not careful, we might think that life is all about the stuff we own and not about the things of God. Where is your treasure? Jesus has some challenging questions for us in the passage from Luke’s gospel that Pastor Brian … [Read more…]
The New Testament record tells of a great man of God named Barnabas who was a huge blessing to so many. Whether you are a dad or not, the character qualities of this man are worth our time and attention. Join us this Sunday at 10:45 am for a time of worship and study in … [Read more…]
At the time of Christ’s birth there was an old widow hanging around the temple day after day. Anna, a devoted follower of God, had God as the centre of her life and the Lord blessed her to be able to meet Mary and Joseph and the newborn Messiah. Is God at the centre of … [Read more…]
No, this is not a slogan advertising a special offering challenge. This is a reference to a dynamic marriage duo, Priscilla and Aquila, who assisted the apostle Paul in his work of planting churches during the New Testament time. They were tireless in their efforts and proved to be a great help in the furtherance … [Read more…]
In the early church landscape the practice of travelling missionaries was common. A certain church leader, Gaius, had a reputation for being a big help to these itinerant ministers of the gospel. What can we learn from his example that will help us today as we reach out to those ministering in foreign lands? Join … [Read more…]
What does it mean to truly be a “servant of Christ” these days? Is it a term we just throw around if we are someone who goes to church, or who believes in God? To be a servant (or slave) to someone means that our rights belong to that one whom we serve. If that … [Read more…]
Join us this Mothers’ Day for a time of worship at 10:45 am. WE will study the life of a great woman of the Bible, Lydia. She was described as a “worshipper of God” in the Book of Acts. What does that mean, and what are the implications of such a description? Pastor Brian will … [Read more…]