Jesus told the disciples that the Holy Spirit would empower them to be his “witnesses” in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. Those disciples did it so well that in Acts 17:6 they were accused of turning “the world upside...
Most of us are loved into the faith before we believe. That is why hospitality is so important. As is said, “They don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” We are recruiting hospitality team members every Sunday this month...
I went with three friends to see the Phillies play the Nationals last week. Going to Philadelphia was part of the reason. We wanted a quick overview of Philly and learned a tremendous amount in one hour by riding the “Hop On—Hop Off” bus. We...
Hear, my son, and receive my sayings, and the years of your life will be many. I have taught you the way of wisdom: I have led you in the right paths. When you walk, your steps will not be hindered, And when you run, you will not stumble. –...
For nearly 2,000 years, Christians have followed the teachings of the New Testament (shaped by the Old Testament). Over the past twenty or so years, traditional Christian teachings have fallen out of favor within our society and even within the...
Syri Kennah Ramkaran is only 8-years-old, but in many ways she is setting examples of how to walk the Christian walk. Young Syri has had to endure the pain of losing a parent early in life with the passing of her father, but she has not let...
Supporting other parents and working together with each other and other parents to strengthen their families in God’s grace is a way Chad and LaDonna Whisman serve Jesus, their family and their church. The newly formed community Parents of Kids...
Amanda Colby’s late husband, Kraston, passed away April 20, 2017, after living 11 months with glioblastoma. Amanda’s focus immediately turned to their four children, as they began therapy the following week.
Alexander’s mom, Mary, worried he was too young to really understand what he was asking. Like many wise mothers, she let his initial request rest a while. When her son persisted, Mary and Parker Smith contacted Pastor John Vick. Alexander reacted...
Often the most important decisions we make in life require the most prayer and consideration before we make them. That was definitely the case for Travis Eden this past spring as he was taking steps to become a member of Asbury.
