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Stories, thoughts and reflections on the Bible from the WSFC Staff.
Colossians 4:2-6
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. 3 And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. 4 Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. 5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. 6 Let your…
Read MorePsalm 29:11
Hello Friends, I’ve got a Bible verse for you today. Read it over a few times. Let it sink in. And because I know how busy and brittle life is and can be, I recommend that you go ahead and read it over a few more times after that. Just for good measure! Here it…
Read MoreLuke 14:11
“For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” Luke 14:11 In this encounter with Jesus, these words were spoken to a very proud group of Pharisees. Because it was the Sabbath day, these devout Jewish men silently resisted Jesus’ offer to enter into His concern and the work…
Read MoreReform a Weary Soul
Hello Friends, Contrary to the cultural shunning put on this footwear, my son and I really like a good pair of Crocs. Each of us has a pair by the door for quick trips to the garbage or to check the mail. And Sunday, on our way to a family gathering, I didn’t think twice…
Read MoreCamps and Retreats this Summer
“We believe that young people are fully capable and able of making incredible decisions for Jesus Christ.” This is a phrase I say often because I believe it. I believe it because I have seen it… time and time again. Our church has a history of reaching and impacting the younger generations. This is because we are a…
Read MoreWait on the Lord
Last Sunday morning was a remarkable gathering of our church. It was one of those mornings. The occasion marked 50 days after our most recent Easter celebration. Corresponding to the flow of scripture, Pastor John preached from the Book of Acts, chapters 1 and 2. On the Bible calendar, Sunday was the Day of Pentecost…
Read MoreYou Have Influence
“Real wisdom, God’s wisdom, begins with a holy life and is characterized by getting along with others. It is gentle and reasonable, overflowing with mercy and blessings, not hot one day and cold the next, not two-faced. You can develop a healthy, robust community that lives right with God and enjoy its results only if you do…
Read MoreA Friday Encouragement
A dozen friends helped me to write to you today. One suggested this great passage from the Word of God. Others provided keywords, as they asked the Lord to guide them. I’m writing today to lift you up, with the help of the Holy Spirit. “In this you greatly rejoice, even though now for a…
Read More3 Easter Declarations
Hello Friends, I have THREE things that I want to DECLARE to you this week, as we move into a time of commemorating and celebrating the crucifixion AND resurrection of Jesus Christ our Lord. Normally in this space I would be broadcasting our service times so you can remind and/or rally your family and friends…
Read MoreTake Hold of Jesus
Hello Friends, Let’s build ourselves up in the life of faith today, looking to Jesus to learn how you and I can interact with Him with faith. “When she heard about Jesus, she came behind in the crowd and touched His garment. For she said, ‘ If only I may touch His clothes, I shall be…
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