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Give Christmas a Boost: Celebrate Advent!
Pastor Tom Brashears — Nov 22, 2011
Most Christians struggle to keep Christ central in their lives and families during the holiday season. The tension begins in early fall when catalogs arrive in the mail and younger family members begin to study the toy sections. By November, when blinking lights and cotton snow decorate store windows, the gift lists are in final-draft form. Santa and his grazing plastic reindeer have had their claims staked in the center of the mall for weeks.
What Does God Dream About?
Pastor Tom Brashears — Oct 23, 2011
I think that when God dreams, He dreams of PEOPLE! He doesn’t dream of programs, plans or procedures. He dreams about one thing…PEOPLE. People matter to Him. I think we're creating a place here where everyone matters, where everyone is accepted and valued, where everyone can build real relationships and where everyone can see, know and follow Christ.
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What Do You Say To Someone In The Hospital?
Pastor Tom Brashears — Oct 5, 2011
When you go to the hospital to visit your mom, dad, or friend think about what you’re going to say. Most people have some reflection on what they are NOT going to say and many determine a priori to NOT say anything that addresses the deeper issues: death, dying, and God. People avoid those subjects like an infectious disease. And, it’s a big mistake.
How Do I Pick Out A Bible
Pastor Tom Brashears — Jun 29, 2011
If you’re like me and were raised with the King James Version you’d say “Now, that’s the Bible!” It’s what I’m used to. But that’s not the reason so select it. We need to take a balanced approach to this, understanding the nature of Biblical translations. All translations have certain characteristics that make them unique. Bible translations can be review in two primary ways....
What is a Lutheran?
Pastor Tom Brashears — May 31, 2011
Based on the picture to the left of Martin Luther I can’t decide whether he looks more like Pr. Ryan or Pr. Mike. What do you thing? Regardless, both of them are Lutherans and, most likely, you are too. What does it mean to be a Lutheran?