Published on February 13, 2012
For years, the New International Version has been the Bible translation of choice at The Fellowship. It’s been the standard for preaching, teaching, and study - at least during Donnie Smith’s tenure as Pastor. However, as of February, 2012, The Fellowship is switching to the English Standard Version as the preferred translation to be preached, ta... more
Published on January 30, 2012
When I was little we went to the Five & Ten Cent Store. Before going inside, my mama would say, “No asking for everything or I’ll cut your ‘wanter’ out.” I tried so hard not to “want” a coloring book, a pack of Chicklets gum, or a bottle of bubbles. Most of all, I wanted candy. There was a whole aisle of it. That’s when I usually caved and would... more
Published on January 12, 2012
When was the last time you read Revelation? Beyond reading it, when was the last time you tried to study it?! There’s a reason for the lack of Bible studies in churches on Revelation. And the reason? It’s hard! Saint John’s Revelation is a hard letter to interpret. With all its bowls and trumpets and dragons, what are we to make of this book? I... more
Published on January 4, 2012
Okay, maybe the title should be "The Perfect Model For A Woman." Because believe it or not, there is no perfect woman - just like there is no perfect man. We all have flaws, we all sin, and relationships take work when flawed, sinful people are involoved. But the Bible does offer a pretty good idea of who the godly wife and mother is. Read Prov... more
Published on December 22, 2011
With the arrival of the holidays, one thing is certain - Santa will be imposed on your family in one way or another during this season. It’s impossible to avoid him. He’s at the mall. He’s on Coke cans. He’s on TV. He’s everywhere you look! So what do we do? How should Christians respond? Navigating the holidays, with all of Santa’s myth and fo... more
Published on December 13, 2011
Have you ever played “Telephone?” It’s a children’s game that shows how easily stories get twisted. One person whispers to the next sitting in a circle, and the sentence gets repeatedly whispered until it’s made its way around the circle. Then the last person says the sentence out loud - only it’s never the same as it started. Now imagine a gam... more
Published on December 6, 2011
As we begin “Unwrapping Santa,” our new blog series fittingly starts on December 6th, St. Nicholas Day - the day that people all over the world are remembering the death and celebrating the life of Saint Nicholas. Getting to the root of questions like “Who is Santa” and “Was he a real person” lead us back in time to the village of Patara, on th... more
Published on December 2, 2011
With Christmas fast approaching, we’re launching into our Christmas series on Sunday mornings, “Unwrapping Jesus,” - where we’ll take a focused look at the Messiah. The Christ. The One who was born in Bethlehem and would grow up to die for the sins of the world. The One who, according to popular bumper stickers, is the “reason for the season.” ... more
Published on November 22, 2011
“First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is proclaimed in all the world.” Romans 1.8 “I give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that was given you in Christ Jesus,” 1 Corinthians 1.4 “I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers,” Ephesians 1.16 “I thank... more
Published on November 10, 2011
Today is November 10th, and a significant day if you enjoy freedom and appreciate courage. There are two birthdays worth celebrating today. The United States Marine Corps. And Martin Luther. The United States Marine Corps was formed by Captain Samuel Nicholas by a resolution of the Second Continental Congress, on November 10, 1775, and today’s... more