A Faith Avenue Overview By Michelle Fleming, Media Director Belonging is a primal human need to be a part of something bigger than yourself; it is positioned right at the center of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. When I think of what it means to belong, I think of acceptance, my unique qualities being seen and … Continue reading "The Power of Belonging" Read the article
A triduum is a religious observance that lasts three days. The best-known example of this is the three days from the evening of Maundy Thursday to Easter Sunday. Called Paschal or Holy Triduum, this one event is the not only the center of the Christian year, it commemorates the great saving act of God. The … Continue reading "God’s Great Saving Act" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 3018 | Coronation of Thorns Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion The crown of thorns is one of the most known symbols in Christianity. The crown was given by the soldiers to mock and humiliate … Continue reading "Sermon for March 28, 2021" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 3017 | See the Manager Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Have you ever had a sour experience in a restaurant or store that you just wanted to see the manager? When we say “I … Continue reading "Sermon for March 21, 2021" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 3016 | The Sacred Irony Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Do you ever find yourself trying to earn God’s favor with good works? As God’s beloved children, there’s nothing we can do to earn … Continue reading "Sermon for March 14, 2021" Read the article
Speaking of Life 3015 | The Opposite Game Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion The Opposite Game was used to let students fully understand the contrast and meaning between words. Contrary to our belief that God is distant, … Continue reading "Sermon for March 7, 2021" Read the article
Youth Vision Jesus was a master storyteller. He communicated profound truths using images easily recognizable to his audience. He was able to make his message relevant and immediately applicable. A good example is found in Luke 13: Again he asked, “What shall I compare the kingdom of God to? It is like yeast that a … Continue reading "Contextualizing Jesus" Read the article
By Anthony Mullins, U.S. Southeast Regional Director Always affirm God’s love for the person you are mentoring. Build a relationship as if you are going to know them for the rest of your life. Consistent availability. If they find you’re consistently unavailable, they’ll look elsewhere. Disciple them by demonstrating the gospel in … Continue reading "The ABC’s of Healthy Mentoring " Read the article
One of our GCI prayers is that every pastor and ministry leader is intentionally mentoring and equipping a disciple of Jesus. By Rick Shallenberger, U.S. North Central Regional Director I have been blessed to have a few good mentors in my life. My desire to become a pastor began when I was 16 years old … Continue reading "Faith Forward Mentoring" Read the article
Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it. (Mark 8:34-37) By Randy … Continue reading "Take Up Your Cross. What?" Read the article
