I’m constantly amazed by the apostle Paul’s sense of gratitude but then Paul knew the grace of God’s provision.  And maybe that’s my problem because genuine thanksgiving results from a confident assurance of God’s gracious provision.The word provision comes from the Latin meaning, “To see beforehand.”  To provide for someone is to see their need before it becomes apparent to them and see that that...  Read More

She was at her wit’s end.  Alone, ostracized, on the outside looking in.  Bitterness plagued her.  Disappointment was her constant companion.  She had battle illness for so long.  Doctors were no help.  She had spent a fortune, and she was no better.  Twelve years she struggled, now frail, weary and desperate she was on the verge of giving up.  That’s when it happened.  She heard noise in the stre...  Read More

It is without a doubt an understatement, but “Life is difficult.”  We live in a sin-cursed world.  Our world is ravaged by forces of nature and disease – both courtesy of the fall – and by people’s sinful actions toward one another.  No one is exempt.  If you are not experiencing some form of heartache or difficulty right now, cheer up it is just around the corner!  And don’t buy that one about Ch...  Read More

Don’t forget the Annual Westide Give Back scheduled for Saturday at the The Red Fork Depot Event Center 3816  Southwest Blvd., from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.  We will have a space giving out copy paper and folders.  If you would like to help let Kylie know.  It would be great to have several there to visit with folks as they come through.  Thank you for your faithfulness is supplying the needed folders...  Read More

Thank you for your faithfulness and generosity!  As of Sunday morning, we have met our goals for the Westside Giveback.  We have more than 300 folders and we’ve reach the offering goal for the copy paper. Thank you for investing in the lives of young people in our community.  It will be a great event on Saturday, August 9, as we join with other churches and groups within our community to serve the...  Read More

It was great to hear the mission report Sunday evening!  I’m grateful for Nathan and Maryem’s leadership in this mission work.  I’m thankful for all those who served as the hands, feet and voice of Christ that week.  Thank you for ministering to the hurting at the Home of Protection.  Thank you for investing in the lives of the young people who came to the camp.  Thank you for caring for the pract...  Read More