Churches come in all shapes and sizes. Some are in rural communities while others are in urban communities. Some are traditional in their programming while others are unconventional. Some are liturgical in their worship while others are unstructured. But what do healthy congregations have in common? What are the basic building blocks of any healthy … [Read more...]
A Little Heart Assessment, 2 Samuel 6:16-23
Introduction Text: 2 Samuel 6:16-23 – David decides to move the Ark to Jerusalem again, this time in the proper manner. There was singing, dancing, sacrifice, and celebration. The ark restores a proper perspective of God The ark signifies Yahweh's presence It reminded the Israelites that God ruled over all It reminded the Israelites that … [Read more...]
Music team travels to Budapest for CEEMed Conference
The FHBC music team is traveling to Budapest this year to minister to ABWE missionaries of central and eastern Europe and the Mediterranean (CEEMed). This is a ministry of encouragement as they lead worship, sit and listen to stories/struggles, and watch children. The team consists of Craig and Kathy Perry, Scott and Colleen Christie, and Luke … [Read more...]
The Danger of Distortion, Exodus 20:4-6
Text: Exodus 20:4-6 Introduction No other gods – who we are to worship No carved image – how we are to worship Sobering realities regarding our relationship with God A physical depiction of God isa distortion of God. We craft God in our own likeness when we make a physical depiction of him. We craft God in our own likeness when … [Read more...]