Category: general discussions
thinking about Jesus
As we remember and celebrate the birth of Jesus, its a good time to personally consider what it is that makes Jesus so special. A lot could be said in this regard, but I would like to hear from you. You are invited to share your own reflections on this question: What is it about…
the weight and wonder of God
What comes to your mind when you hear the word “God”? OK, now what do you feel when you hear the word “God”? Do your thoughts and your feelings correspond? I can think some pretty big thoughts about God: omnipresent, omniscience, omnipotence, incomprehensible, immutable, eternal, infinite. But do I feel the weight of these thoughts,…
go light your world
A beautiful song, and speaking as a proud father, beautifully sung. I’ve never heard this song before, but it is a powerful call to shine brightly with the light and love of Jesus. Janelle sang this at the Christmas program of Scugog Christian School, I only recorded her solo but it was a great program,…
to be a disciple
“The disciple of Jesus is not the deluxe or heavy-duty model of the Christian – especially padded, textured, streamlined, and empowered for the fast lane on the straight and narrow way. He or she stands on the pages of the New Testament as the first level of basic transportation in the Kingdom of God.” (The…
why do so many struggle?
So here’s a question or actually, really more just a thought / concern…… God’s promise to us is that we will never face more than we are able to handle or as He also promises, we can do all things in Him who gives us strength so why are so many Christians so overwhelmed, so…
preaching oops follow up
Do you remember this preaching oops video, where the pastor made an accidental r-rated blooper when speaking to his youth group? Well check out this follow up investigation by the FCC (US Federal Communications Commission) dealing with complaints about the sermon. But remember, its a prank. This video is about 8 minutes long, but its…
do you see what I see?
Watch this video, then read what follows for an insight into seeing God.
teamwork
Here is an ode to teamwork…
catch the wave
We just finished our first “wave” of the Senior Wave – The Deep End. This is the new and improved senior high youth program. We are now meeting on Sunday nights from 5-8pm. It ran for 6 weeks, and will begin another 6 week run in the new year.