May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. (2 Corinthians 13:13) By Bob Regazzoli, Pastor, Australia This scripture listed above is found in Paul’s last letter to the believers in Corinth and is often used as a benediction – … Continue reading "The Trinitarian Blessing" Read the article
By Bill Hall, National Director of Canada Coming just after the Christmas season, Epiphany is the next major observance in the Christian calendar. It comes from the Latin word meaning manifestation or shining forth. It is interesting to me that the very term “epiphany” has become a part of our day-to-day language. The Merriam-Webster dictionary … Continue reading "Epiphany: The season of Manifestation" Read the article
The Love Avenue of a Healthy Church is going and participating with God. By Heber Ticas, Superintendent of Latin America The Love Avenue of a healthy church is perhaps the most challenging of the three ministry avenues. In the Love Avenue, a healthy congregation will create spaces for missional participation as a corporate body. Significant … Continue reading "On Mission with God" Read the article
Continuing our focus on Healthy Church, the 2022 theme for Equipper and our GCI media team is “Compelled by Love.” The church of Jesus Christ exists for the sake of other people. I spent most of my life with an “us and them” point of view. The main “us and them” concerned those who believed … Continue reading "For the Sake of Other People" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 4010 | Hitting Too Close to Home Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion We often say the phrase “too close to home” when we go through something embarrassing or uncomfortable that affects us directly in … Continue reading "Sermon for January 30, 2022 – 4th Sunday after Epiphany" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 4009 | Practicing Christ in the Kitchen Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Our amazing God is indeed present everywhere! The wise and respected Brother Lawrence always tried to find God even in the simplest … Continue reading "Sermon for January 23, 2022 – 3rd Sunday after Epiphany" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 4008 | No Comparisons Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion People tend to compare themselves with other people and soon after you will be in a rabbit hole of blaming, self-distrust, and anger. God reminds … Continue reading "Sermon for January 16, 2022 — 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 4007 | God’s Whistle Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion In this episode, Greg shares a nostalgic memory from his childhood. Chances are you have a certain sound that takes you back to your youth; … Continue reading "Sermon for January 9, 2021 — Baptism of the Lord" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 4006 | Already a Good New Year Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion A new year is approaching! This means new beginnings, new journeys, and new resolutions. The New Year is often an opportunity to … Continue reading "Sermon for January 2, 2022 (Second Sunday after Christmas)" Read the article
Many GCI congregations celebrate Advent with special services and events. This month, our church hack offers a closer look at advent symbolism, the candle lighting ceremony, and a powerpoint template to go along with your Hope Avenue gatherings this season. #GCIChurchHacks Click the link below to access and download the GCI Advent 2021 Church Hack. … Continue reading "Church Hack – Advent" Read the article
