He's on your side

This Sunday morning we begin a sermon series from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. The first four beatitudes in Matthew 5 are sometimes called “the poor beatitudes.” From this perspective, it might be more fitting to call these chapters, “Jesus’ sermon from the valley.” To those who are in the valley, burdened and discouraged, Jesus gives the assurance that he is on their side.

It seemed like a good idea at the time

When you sign up to go skydiving, you do so on solid ground. Up in the plane, you might rethink your decision. When we profess our faith in God, we do so in the safe haven of our church family. But we soon discover that following Jesus involves a lot of challenges and can be somewhat unnerving; we might have some doubts about what we signed up for. But as Jesus called his disciples, we too are reminded that when God calls us he also equips us. Following Jesus is a lifelong adventure in which we grow to be more like Jesus every day. Sunday, Sept 23, 10 a.m.

Looking through the garden gate

This is Fall Fair weekend in Lucknow; the theme is Looking through the Garden Gate. This Sunday we look through the Garden Gate, from the other side. Having admired the produce we turn around to see the Gardener. Jesus describes God the Father as our Gardener. The fruit we produce happens because of him. (John 15:1,8)

From now on, Preach it!

When things go from bad to worse, it’s tempting to retreat. But that’s when we are expected to get to work. Jesus heard the news that John the Baptist had been put in prison, and from that time on he began to preach (Matthew 4:17). We too, have been called to preach, in one way or another. May the Holy Spirit empower each of you, from now on, to stand up and "preach it!"

Weekend at Point Farms Provincial Park

God blessed us with beautiful weather for Lucknow Community Christian Reformed Church's Labour Day campout. He also blessed us with lots of laughs during the games, safety (for the most part!) as we swam and biked and walked, great conversations, and an amazing worship service in the park.