“For many are called, but few are chosen.” (Matthew 22:14) Who is called? The Greek word translated “church”, in the New Testament, ekklesia, means “a called-out assembly.” So it’s “the church” who is called. And, who is part of the church, the congregation, the body? “There is one body and…
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Tools
“ I pray that the God of peace will give you every good thing you need so you can do what he wants.” (Hebrews 13:20 NCV). God has given each of us at least one Spiritual gift, maybe more, for us to use to accomplish His purpose for us on this…
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The Dream
Before church began on Wednesday, Pastor Wayne was standing near the front and I went up to say hello before sitting down. He said, “Hey Bill,” then asked me a question, “Are you living the dream?” It sort of caught me off guard and I replied, “Whose dream? “Well, I…
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The Plan
The Plan “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11). This verse is probably familiar to most of us. God said He formed us in the womb…
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Chosen
This message is for anyone who thinks lowly of themselves because of their past, their current weaknesses or what others think about them. “But now, O Jacob, listen to the LORD who created you. O Israel, the one who formed you says, “Do not be afraid, for I have ransomed…