The God Beyond Us Has Become the God Among Us

Have you ever stopped to consider what defines God?  Most people have a basic conceptualization of who God must be.  If He is God, then He is eternal; He has no beginning or end.  He is the all-powerful Creator of all things; He brought the universe into existence.  He knows everything.  There’s nothing He cannot do.  He… Continue reading The God Beyond Us Has Become the God Among Us

Stress, Anxiety and Depression

Start Building Resilience this Seasonspecial feature by Pastor’s wife, Diane Scallon Over the last few years, studies and scholars have shown that stress, anxiety, and depression have skyrocketed.  There are many stressors, as well as the increasingly popular word, “triggers”.  The ADAA (Anxiety and Depression Association of America) states, “Everyone experiences stress and anxiety at one time… Continue reading Stress, Anxiety and Depression

Communion “Resolutions”

Guilt.  The recollection of failure and inadequacy.  Recognizing that we fall far short.  Shame from being plagued repeatedly by the same sin that we have previously resolved to forsake once-and-for-all.  The feelings of defeat and despair.  Desiring help… but not exposure. The opportunity to examine ourselves when we participate in the Lord’s Supper, or Communion,… Continue reading Communion “Resolutions”