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Making That Little Extra Effort
Our Gospel Meeting – a special effort with Hiram Kemp – is just around the corner (September 12-14). We can be very confident that Hiram will do a great job proclaiming the gospel of Christ. This effort is a special opportunity for those of us at Westside to make that little extra effort. After all, sometimes it’s important to have an “extra push” to stretch ourselves in praying, inviting others and scheduling more time assembling with others to worship and…
How to Respond to Biblical Questions
There have always been those who have been interested in Christianity and who have questioned its practitioners (Acts 17:18-20; 25:22; 26:1). We should not be surprised when people question our faith today. When it comes to answering questions about our faith and why we believe what we believe we must be careful and wise. We should be careful because many will not hesitate to “fact check” us and wise because if we are dishonest or inaccurate we may further their…
Overcoming Greed
In concluding our recent study of First Timothy, it was striking to study the difference between greed and godly contentment in the lives of God’s people. It is possible as Christians to have misplaced priorities, even unintentionally. In our nation and culture, it is possible, even with the best intentions, to fail in our contentment. Here are some of the words of Paul to Timothy as he closes the letter: 1 Timothy 6:6-10 – But godliness actually is a means…
VBS Makes a Lasting Impression!
This year’s VBS almost is here (July 7-11). VBS is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impression for good on both younger and older alike, on the congregation and on our neighborhood and community. Just to make a point: how many of YOU have special memories of VBS when you were younger? Here’s WHY our VBS can make a positive lasting impression – 1. God is the Star. This VBS is all about our awesome God creating the world.…