Hundreds of ministry centers, including hospitals, clinics, and funeral homes, use the name "Samaritan." The name represents the idea that "we care about you and want to help you with your need." Jesus started the whole Samaritan idea with a parable. We will look at His parable on Sunday.
- Pastor Betts
A person can plant a seed, but they cannot make it grow. There is a power in the seed that begins life. So it is with the gospel of Jesus. There is power in the gospel to bring spiritual life!
- Pastor Betts
Christmas is on Sunday this year. Those who can will gather for worship at 10 a.m. and celebrate God's love in giving Jesus to us! Jesus came into our messy world and dealt with people who had messy lives. He cares about your messes as well. Think about that this Christmas.
- Pastor Betts
On the fourth Sunday of Advent our church will be presenting the Christ story in our annual Christmas program. Each year the program is different, but the message remains the same. Jesus came to bring salvation to us! - Pastor
The Advent emphasis this week is on Joy. Joy is more than an emotion. It involves a right frame of mind when dealing with life. And that takes lots of patience. See you Sunday! - Pastor
The Advent emphasis this Sunday is on peace. Peace is difficult to locate in a world of self-centeredness. Peace in a church is often disrupted by differing opinions. The only true Source of peace is Jesus Christ. - Pastor
The emphasis on the first Sunday of Advent is HOPE. Christians hope for a new day. But there are things to accomplish before sunrise. That is why Christians are people of the dawn. We work while we hope for the return of Christ. - Pastor Betts
Thanksgiving was started with the purpose of thanking God for a good harvest which would help the pilgrims survive through the winter months. Today Christians are still thankful for provisions. But many of our blessings are also spiritual.
- Pastor
"You are so talented." People say that to others. But the truth is that every person has been gifted by God with abilities of one type or another. Some can style hair. Others can repair engines. But do you use your talents for God? - Pastor Betts