Most cars have the following inscribed on the passenger side mirror, “OBJECTS IN MIRROR ARE CLOSER THAN THEY APPEAR.” Have we considered that Satan is closer than he appears? “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about …
By Terry Clark A new year always provides new opportunities to serve the Lord. What if a new year provided “another opportunity” to serve the Lord? Last year’s theme for the Vision Book was to be doers of God’s word …
By Terry Clark There will always be things vying for our attention, especially on Sundays. I recall a time when stores would be closed on Sunday or open after 12:00 pm, and organized community sports were not played on Sundays. …
By Terry Clark What troubles you? What keeps you awake at night? Peace can be found in Christ, the Savior. We read in John 16 that Jesus would soon be separated from his disciples. Jesus tells the disciples in verse …
By Terry Clark As a young boy, I recall a waitress in a restaurant who was struggling to serve our family. The whole dining experience was not good. My grandfather left a very generous tip for the waitress, because he …
Last week every member in the congregation received a letter from the elders as a reminder of the scheduled worship services and current Bible study opportunities provided to the church family. The pandemic has interrupted some of life’s routines; however, …
Our society is currently experiencing many emotions including emptiness, loss, confusion, and anger. The Father provides refuge, so how can we the Church help others see God’s goodness too? “You are the light of the world. A city that is …
Our nation and the world are currently in the middle of a pandemic. The news we receive daily is sobering. Many have been impacted physically and economically; some have lost their lives. The order of events can be very unsettling, …
Elders must give account for the flock (Hebrews 13:17). Must the flock also give account? According to Romans 14:12, each Christian will give account of themselves to God. Each Christian must be an active member of the body (Romans 12, …
