Posts with the tag “compassion”

The Book of 2 Peter - Holding Fast to Truth in a World of Deception
by Pastor Nate on October 25th, 2025
We live in an age of misinformation, where truth is often sacrificed for influence, personal gain, or convenience. Just as in Peter’s time, voices compete for our allegiance, some leading us toward Christ, and others leading us away under the guise of wisdom.   Read More
0
The Book of Titus - Representatives of the Faith
by Pastor Nate on October 11th, 2025
Much of the letter’s premise is focused on the ways that the behavior of Christians in the world is essential for building up the church.   Read More
0
Reflection on Romans 15:7
by Pastor Nate on August 28th, 2025
An issue that exists all over the world is misconceptions and stereotypes about different religions. These misguided assumptions can create climates of religious intolerance which often lead to violence and oppression.Brian McLaren reflected on these dynamics in his book on Christian Identity in a Multi-faith World:“I think the truth is, we are very, very different. Our biggest problem though, isn...  Read More
0
The Book of James - Faith in Action
by Pastor Nate on July 26th, 2025
James is a book that emphasizes the importance of action. Throughout the letter, James encourages Christians to not just hear about their faith, but to put it into action through acts of love and mercy  Read More
0
Compassionate God, I Weep For
by Pastor Nate on April 10th, 2025
Jesus understands the depths of sorrow, and He invites us to bring our tears to Him. Our weeping is never in vain, for God is near to the brokenhearted.   Read More
0
God of the Oppressed, protect those who are vulnerable
by Pastor Nate on March 24th, 2025
When you closely examine the stories of scripture a very common theme seems to emerge. Again and again, God seems to choose the underdog.  Read More
0
The Life was The Light of All People
by Pastor Gary on March 1st, 2025
Jesus chose to shine light into the dark corners. He became the light for those who were marginalized.   Read More
0

Categories

Tags

Abide Academics Acts 2:42 Advent Aging Centering Prayer Children of God Christmas College Connection Cosmic Christ Courage Doubt Elijah Faith Forgetfulness Genesis God with Us God's mission God\'s mission Good News Hebrews 11:1 Holy Spirit Hope Identity Isaiah 25 Jesus Kingdom of God Lent Marks of Discipleship Mercy Messianic Secret One Simple Tool Practice Presence of God Providence Questions Reason Reconstruction Sermon on the Mount Spiritual Practices This We Believe Trinity Trust Uncertainty Universal Christ abundant life allegiance art assumptions banquets baptism beginnings blessed to be a blessing blessings blessing breathe burdens calling care catechism celebration census change churchwide assembly church communion community compassion confession control covenant creation cross crucifixion daily bread death discernment discipleship discomfort division early church easter emotions encouragement epiphany eschatology ethical dilemma exile exodus expectations faith in daily life faith into practice faithfulness fear feast food forgiveness freedom fundamentals generations generosity gift good friday grace gratitude grief guidance healing history holy week humility hymn devo immediately incarnation interruptions joy justice justification lament laws life of faith life light of the world love majesty mentor ministry mission trips music mysticism nature new life ordinary ways of God party patience peace pentecost perseverance personal podcast poetry political prayer promises read reconciliation redemption relationships representatives rest resurrection sabbath sabbatical reflections salavation salvation scripture affirmation seasons sermon service shepherd silence sing sin societal issues songs stewardship stories of bethany suffering theology of the cross theology time transformation unexpected unity unseen vocation water weakness wisdom wonder words and actions worship zombies

Archive

 2025