Yesterday, Pastor Byron shared the final message on Advent. You can listen to it here (Dec. 22, 2019). Today, I’d like to reflect on the Wise Men in the Christmas narrative. There is much legend surrounding these Magi, or Wise Men. We will look at likely truths regarding these men from the East. I’ve referenced […]
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Yesterday, one of the missionaries we support, Hilary, was in town and shared some updates. You can hear her message here. (Dec. 15, 2019). As we are in advent season, I’d like to reflect on one of the main characters in the Nativity narrative. It is a character we have a few details about. Today
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For many, Thanksgiving is full of joy. It is a time to anticipate. For others, it is a reminder of absence. It is a lonely time. That’s why the foyer at TGP has the sign “Where Friends Become Family.” TGP has been a family to me for 10+ years. I moved in 2003, hundreds of
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Thanksgiving (gratitude) is a neglected attribute. Both the Old and New Testaments encourage thanksgiving. King David exhorts both himself and others to be thankful to God. Paul urges believers in various churches to be thankful. Often times, when we bless a meal, we say “Give thanks.” Why is thankfulness so encouraged in the Bible? Like
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Yesterday, our elder Cal shared the first message in our series on the Power of Thanksgiving. You can listen to the message here. Most people aren’t naturally thankful. It is a learned mindset. But when we look at Scripture, we find a lot of guidance toward habitual thankfulness. Today, I’d like to talk about some
