I learned a new phrase this week: “media stress.” Parents are stressed about on-line schooling, video games, and too much screen time for their children. Plus there is the constant bombardment of negative news. How are Christians going to react? Is there other alternatives than fight or flight? Jesus showed us another way.
– Pastor Marlin Betts
Every day people rely on information supplied by “the experts” – weather forecasts, health and safety warnings, economic trends, even political differences. I am wondering: where do people get their spiritual truth? Should that not be the most important information we seek?
- Pastor Marlin Betts
I have repeatedly been intrigued by the prayer of Jesus the night before He died (John 17). His main concern seemed to be that His mission would be continued after He was gone. Are we doing our part to continue the mission of Christ? God has certainly equipped us for this work.
– Pastor Marlin Betts
It has been estimated that 70 million Christians have been martyred since the death of Jesus Christ. So what keeps the church going? The truth of God’s Word, the compassion of Christ for the lost, and the enabling help of the Holy Spirit. Join me in worship this Sunday.
- Pastor Marlin Betts
The Holy Spirit is called “the Spirit of truth” by Jesus. How fortunate for Christians that this source of truth is actually living inside us. What impact does His presence have in our thoughts and actions? Let’s begin to explore this concept on Sunday.
– Pastor Marlin Betts
Discerning real truth in a world of false opinions and outright lies is our greatest challenge. What if truth was not an abstract, one-out-of-many-possibilities choice? I believe that truth is simply found through a relationship with Christ. To have Jesus is to have the truth!
– Pastor Marlin Betts
Since Jesus is the source for all truth, then every sinner is living in a twisted reality. Since Satan is the father of lies, who do you choose to believe? Let's choose to worship Jesus this Sunday.
- Pastor Marlin Betts
Many people have quoted “the truth shall set you free.” James Garfield added “but first it will make you miserable.” Jesus was the originator of this statement. What was He talking about? What is the truth about freedom? Hope to see you on Sunday.
– Pastor Marlin Betts
Life has been turned upside down for many people for months, and the uncertainty continues. It is time to check on your commitment to Jesus Christ. Have you kept strong in Him? Will you remain committed if things get worse? Will you remain committed if things get better? Hope to see you this Sunday.
– Pastor Marlin Betts