We > IMark PittengerHelen Keller once said, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” All throughout the Bible, we can see teamwork being displayed. In Genesis, we see the Trinity working together in the creation account (Genesis 1:2-3; John 1:1). Moses had Aaron to help him with speaking to and leading the Israelites (Exodus 4:10-15). In the New Testament, we see Jesus bringing twe...  Read More

God is With UsJeremy SmithGod has called all believers to follow Him. One of the easiest, and likely most overlooked ways is to serve one another. Unfortunately, we start to question why do I need to greet someone, join the worship team, or teach a Growth Community? I know from my own experience that it is easy to write off or view it as something someone else is already doing. This was especially...  Read More

A Servant’s HeartMitchell HolmesWhen I think of Jesus and I think of all that He did during His time on Earth, I am overwhelmed by His power, His majesty, and His divine authority. He did things that we as humans can only marvel at and dream about. Jesus walked on water, healed the blind, fed multitudes with a child’s lunch, and raised the dead back to life. Jesus did these things and leaves us in...  Read More

“We Want You!”Adam MooreIf you grew up in the ‘80s at all, then chances are you remember a sign with the American figure Uncle Sam next to captions that read, “I want you.” Of course, the Uncle Sam advertisements were looking for young and willing U.S. Army recruits.One of the false narratives circulating today is that churches of sizeable attendance have all the help they need, and hence more vol...  Read More

The ProgramRich SawickiAre you ready to join the team? All you have to do is receive the free gift. Romans 10:9 says, “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”There are a few things that are very important when joining a team. We will call these things the who, what, and where of being part of a team. Get out...  Read More

Teamwork Makes the Dream WorkGary Wright“Teamwork makes the dream work” is a phrase that you have probably heard. It is when a group of people who have a common goal work together to make it happen. If you have ever been on a team that works together you know how true the phrase can be.In Exodus chapter 18, Moses, the leader of the Israelite people, is doing his best to lead the people as God had ...  Read More

Serving with a PurposeJoe Wilson“As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” 1 Peter 4:10 (KJV)I must admit, once I left the military I really struggled with finding my purpose. While I was serving in the Air Force I felt as if I had a purpose. I had a very fulfilling and honorable purpose. To be completely transpar...  Read More

Put Me In, CoachMark PittengerAs I remember coaching youth travel baseball, I often think about tryouts. Tryouts can be a nerve-wracking time for both players and coaches. One thing we would do, as coaches during tryouts, is evaluating the player’s strengths. Can they throw hard? Do they run fast? Are they a power hitter or more of a singles and doubles kind of hitter? Answering these questions he...  Read More

The Proverbs of Solomon1 The proverbs of Solomon:A wise child brings joy to a father;    a foolish child brings grief to a mother.2 Tainted wealth has no lasting value,    but right living can save your life.3 The Lord will not let the godly go hungry,    but he refuses to satisfy the craving of the wicked.4 Lazy people are soon poor;    hard workers get rich.5 A wise youth harvests in the summer,...  Read More

1 Wisdom has built her house;    she has carved its seven columns.2 She has prepared a great banquet,    mixed the wines, and set the table.3 She has sent her servants to invite everyone to come.    She calls out from the heights overlooking the city.4 “Come in with me,” she urges the simple.    To those who lack good judgment, she says,5 “Come, eat my food,    and drink the wine I have mixed.6 Le...  Read More

Wisdom Calls for a Hearing1 Listen as Wisdom calls out!    Hear as understanding raises her voice!2 On the hilltop along the road,    she takes her stand at the crossroads.3 By the gates at the entrance to the town,    on the road leading in, she cries aloud,4 “I call to you, to all of you!    I raise my voice to all people.5 You simple people, use good judgment.    You foolish people, show some u...  Read More

Another Warning about Immoral Women1 Follow my advice, my son;    always treasure my commands.2 Obey my commands and live!    Guard my instructions as you guard your own eyes.3 Tie them on your fingers as a reminder.    Write them deep within your heart.4 Love wisdom like a sister;    make insight a beloved member of your family.5 Let them protect you from an affair with an immoral woman,    from ...  Read More