Pastor Dan recently had the privilege of participating in a CLA medical missions trip in Tanzania. In this week’s Blog, he shares a personal experience while there that really drove the point home that nothing can separate us from God’s love, protection, safety, comfort and blessings. This connects to this month’s key verse, Romans 8:38-39. We encourage you to take some time to commit it to memory. Through it all, God is there ..read more

Pastor Katie uses beautiful imagery in this week’s Blog post as she compares God’s love to a rushing river. There is nothing that can block God’s love from flowing down to us. While life may throw us many things, it will never stop the powerful, ever-flowing love of our mighty God. She also shares three practical action steps to reinforce this truth in our daily lives ..read more

The Lord’s presence gives us a profound sense of peace and comfort, knowing that we are never alone and that He is always watching over us. It’s amazing to know that nothing – absolutely nothing – can separate us from His presence, love and power. Check out Pastor Shane’s Blog post (video), which kicks off our September promise ..read more

In today’s Blog post, Jamey McClintock shares some thought-provoking questions about hardships and God’s goodness. For example, what is our first reaction when trials come our way? Do we blame God? And might we be missing out on God’s power because we avoid the things He’s sent to strengthen us? Such good insight here ..read more

Jesus is our sustaining power who helps us get through every day. Whether things are going well in our lives, or if we find ourselves in a challenging time, He helps us, is with us and cares so deeply about us. Plugging into Jesus as our “power source” is so important for finding strength, comfort and renewal. Read more in Pastor David’s Blog post ..read more

In today’s Blog post, Dave Reed shares His firsthand experience how God uses what seems to be our weakest moments to propel us to the next chapter in His plan and purpose for us. Dave shares a personal story of a time he could barely leave his house due to anxiety. Yet he also shares three key takeaways and how God moved in His life ..read more

This month’s verses (2 Corinthians 12:9-10) are like a breath of fresh air. While the concept of weakness might be countercultural, these verses show how we can draw upon God’s unlimited power, no matter what struggle or weakness we face. Take a few moments this week to listen to and reflect on Pastor Shane’s Blog post (video) on this month’s promise ..read more

In today’s Blog post (video), Pastor Shane delves a bit deeper into this month’s promise – God promises to protect us. In this short video, Pastor Shane reflects on a familiar Bible story where the Lord was with three individuals in a fire. Do you believe God is with you…protecting you and your family? Make it your declaration today ..read more

A summary of some of our favorite Blog post highlights from January-July. We are halfway through 2024, which means we are halfway through our Pursue the Promises 2024 all-church theme. Pastor Shane has been encouraging us to hold onto these promises and to anchor our lives to them. He’s also encouraged us to memorize each of the key Scriptures. Members of our team have shared Blog posts related to each promise. We pray these posts, along with video posts by Pastor Shane, have been meaningful to you as you reflect on the promises of God. Below please find a summary of our promises so far, ke ..read more

The Lord is our refuge and fortress, regardless of life's uncertainties. As I sit in a local coffee shop writing this Blog, let me be transparent with you as I read Psalm 91:2. The energetic song, "We’ve Got the Beat," is playing loudly, chairs are scraping across the floor and the movement around me is almost chaotic. The thought of grabbing a piece of pumpkin bread crosses my mind – perhaps to ease my distraction – but I overhear a conversation that draws my interest. Two young women nearby are discussing their anxieties about starting college this fall. Their fears are felt in my core, an ..read more