We live in a time of unique opportunity when it comes to sharing our faith. The wide reach of the internet and the migration of people groups are just two factors that bring people into proximity with the gospel message. But there are other factors that make this a challenging time for evangelism. People are often increasingly isolated in our … [Read more...]
KINGDOM: already but not yet
Disillusioned as we move through another election season? This summer we will be considering God’s kingdom of perfect peace. Jesus is the rightful king who has defeated the enemies of Satan, sin, and death. And he is returning soon to inaugurate his kingdom. Have you recognized Jesus as King? Are you living under his reign? Listen to each sermon … [Read more...]
Todd DeKryger Memorial Service, March 26
Watch the Memorial Service: Some speakers were mislabeled, so this program may help. Funeral and Visitation Details The funeral service for Todd DeKryger will be held Saturday, March 26 (11am) at Sunshine Community Church (3300 E. Beltline Ave. NE Grand Rapids, MI 49525). A luncheon will be held following at Forest Hills Baptist … [Read more...]
Entering Narnia
C.S. Lewis wrote the Chronicles of Narnia to communicate the powerful truths of the gospel. Narnia was a parallel existence. What transpired in Narnia was what was transpiring on earth. Narnia, like earth, was filled with beauty, brokenness, evil and redemption. Lewis wrote the series in 1940 during the outbreak of WWII. The people of London were … [Read more...]
Peace or the Sword?
Ephesians 2 tells that Jesus is our peace and that he has come proclaiming peace. But Jesus himself said that he did not come to bring peace but the sword (Matt. 10:34). How are we to resolve this apparent contradiction? I believe that Jesus came to bring peace and the sword. The key is the order. The disciples didn’t anticipate that they would … [Read more...]