May we never grow weary sharing that God is a Father we can always run to. “Religious people drive me nuts, always putting others down and spouting off about their beliefs.” I was talking to a landscaper who was helping me with a lawn project when he shared an argument he had overheard between two … Continue reading "Called for Relationship, Not Religion" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 3040 | Greeted With Open Arms Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Jesus Christ greets us with arms wide open, calling us his beloved, and offering us his embrace. How often do we have our … Continue reading "Sermon for August 29, 2021" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 3039 | The Songs of Home Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Did you have a memorable family trip while you were growing up? If you were to journey those familiar roads, the sights may … Continue reading "Sermon for August 22, 2021" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 3038 | The Comfort and Connection of Bread Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Research shows that breadmaking offers stress relief and a means of self-expression. When the final product is shared with others, it … Continue reading "Sermon for August 15, 2021" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 3037 | Under the Broom Tree Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Broom trees or similar desert shrubs show up at pivotal moments throughout the Old Testament. They usually provide shade and relief in places … Continue reading "Sermon for August 8, 2021" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 3036 | Having Only A Natural Relationship With A Supernatural God Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Distant judge, vending machine, genie in a bottle – these are a few views that we see played … Continue reading "Sermon for August 1, 2021" Read the article
The Denominational Celebration is the perfect time for your local congregation to be encouraged, inspired, and challenged. Hosting a watch party is a great way to gather together and participate in the Celebration locally, reflecting and discerning the vision to which God has called your unique congregation. #gcichurchhacks Check out this month’s church hack in … Continue reading "GCI Celebration Watch Party" Read the article
Games, humor, dance, singing, and unadulterated silliness are basic human needs. Peekaboo! Ready or not, here I come! Row, row, row, your boat… How did reading these words make you feel? Perhaps they made you feel nostalgic or excited. Maybe you felt a longing for a simpler time. Whatever it was, hopefully it reminded you … Continue reading "The Playful God" Read the article
Young, middle-aged, and old can grow and learn together, blessing our faith forward churches and communities. By Daphne Sydney, Australasia Superintendent One of the greatest joys of attending or visiting one of our GCI congregations is fellowshipping with a mix of ages from the young to the well experienced in years, from infants to octogenarians. … Continue reading "Intergenerational Ministry" Read the article
You might be surprised at how easy it would be to start a connect group. By Mike Rasmussen, North America and Caribbean Superintendent For several years now, my wife Juli has been thinking and talking about hosting a Ladies Wine Night for our neighbors in Surrey Hills. My wife is an introvert and a nurturer, … Continue reading "Fresh Perspective on Connect Groups" Read the article
