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The fall of each year our elders go away for a retreat to discern what we believe should be our top priority in terms of focussed spiritual growth for the coming year. This past Sunday (1/7/18) I presented that priority in the morning’s sermon.  You can give it a listen here: Sermon1-7-18 Bought! Here it is in writing: 2018 NW Annual Priority Key Word:  Bought Bumper Sticker: Bought: We Belong to Christ! Full statement of priority: to

As the holidays approach, join me in praying with the apostle Paul ... At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison —Colossians 4:3 And when He opens those doors, what will you say? Here are some helpful resources to equip you with clear words (Col. 4.4) when God grants you

It's the most wonderful time of the year. The message of the incarnation is in many of our Christmas traditions.  It is in the inflated nativity in many yards around town. It is in the Christmas carols we hear, sing and stream. The grand story of God and sinners reconciled is mixed in with Rudolph and Frosty.  Signs of the true meaning of Christmas is still there, we just have to look harder to find them. Christmas time is also a