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Spiritual Transformation Groups serve a distinct purpose in our community; their purpose is accountability in wholeheartedly following Jesus Christ and being transformed by Him.
Spiritual Transformation Groups do not exist to foster relational intimacy in the body of Christ, though this may be a result in some cases; they are not a means to develop friendships [...]
Okay, so I have talked in front of the church before about making a audio podcast ministry called “testimonies for jesus” I am planning with Scott to record the first testimony (of Scott O.) this saturday. Well I think I would like to come up with a name that is a little more interesting, but [...]
As I was reading and listening to John 3 today, here is a verse I’ve rarely heard quoted; however, it substantiates that, in the mind of John the Baptizer, belief in Christ was an aspect of obedience to Him:
John 3:36 He who believes in the Son has eternal life; but he who does not [...]
In Matt 4:23-24; Matt 9:35-38; Lk 8:1-3 we have a picture of the mission of Jesus:
Teaching in their synogogues
Preaching the good news of the kingdom (called the “gospel” in all three passages; also Mk 1:14-15)
Healing all kinds of disease and sickness
Jesus was provided for by those who had been healed (Lk 8:3)
The primary parallel passages [...]
Luke 22:19-21 And when He had taken some bread and given thanks, He broke it and gave it to them, saying, “This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me.” 20 And in the same way He took the cup after they had eaten, saying, “This cup [...]
Below is a view of Compassion Connect’s Website - Check it out, become familiar with it as it will help us to link with other churches in serving our community in the name of Christ for His glory!
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