A 4-Week Series from the Acts on the Early Church.  Astronaut Neil Armstrong once said landing on the moon was “one small step for man.” The biggest adventures start in such a simple way — especially when it comes to space! Asteroids, distant planets, and brand new galaxies await us once we leave earth’s atmosphere. Being the first to explore such uncharted territory can be intimidating. In this f...  Read More

Everyone wants to enjoy life, but only some know how to put themselves in the right place mentally, emotionally, and spiritually to experience joy in the journey. This three-week message series will explain what fun is, how to permit ourselves to have fun, and how to add more to our lives. This is a sharing Christ series. We'll look at passages in scriptures that talk about worship and joy and ref...  Read More

14 What good is it, dear brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but don’t show it by your actions? Can that kind of faith save anyone? 15 Suppose you see a brother or sister who has no food or clothing, 16 and you say, “Good-bye and have a good day; stay warm and eat well”—but then you don’t give that person any food or clothing. What good does that do?17 So you see, faith by itself isn’t...  Read More

I explored the historical perspective of the church's relationship with technology, from the printing press to digital media, and how each phase was initially met with skepticism. I stressed that while technology can enhance our ability to connect and access information, it also presents challenges that require us to maintain a balance.Delving into Proverbs' teachings, I drew parallels between anc...  Read More

33 So, my dear brothers and sisters, when you gather for the Lord’s Supper, wait for each other. 34 If you are really hungry, eat at home so you won’t bring judgment upon yourselves when you meet together. I’ll give you instructions about the other matters after I arrive. Communion is a sacred time of reflection, confession, and remembrance of Jesus Christ's sacrifice. It is a reminder of the incl...  Read More

Anyone who does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother!” The concept of family extends beyond biological ties to encompass the family of God. This spiritual family offers companionship and support for those whose biological relatives may not share the same faith journey. Within the church community, individuals find a sense of belonging and encouragement that can susta...  Read More

From Karen: The Boomers met on April 2nd and prepared the monthly mailbox motivations for the Bannerman (BLC) faculty and staff. Hagan Ace Hardware in Green Cove donated flower seed packets. We attached notes to each packet and placed them in faculty and staff mailboxes (pictured above). This week, Pizza Hut of Green Cove provided the staff with pasta trays and breadsticks for lunch, and the Boomers...  Read More

24 Don’t befriend angry people or associate with hot-tempered people, 25 or you will learn to be like them and endanger your soul. Evaluating the influence of family members on one's spiritual journey is crucial. While familial ties are given, the degree to which their behavior affects one's life is a choice. Setting boundaries with those whose actions are detrimental to spiritual well-being is not o...  Read More

13 Spouting off before listening to the factsis both shameful and foolish.14 The human spirit can endure a sick body,but who can bear a crushed spirit? The story of Abigail, Nabal, and David is a powerful example of the impact that wisdom and discernment can have within family relationships. Abigail's ability to act swiftly and wisely in the face of her husband's foolishness not only prevented blo...  Read More

1 How wonderful and pleasant it iswhen brothers live together in harmony!2 For harmony is as precious as the anointing oilthat was poured over Aaron’s head,that ran down his beardand onto the border of his robe. The interconnectedness of a church community is not merely a social network; it is a spiritual tapestry woven together by shared beliefs, prayers, and the collective pursuit of God's will....  Read More

In my sermon today, I explored the complex dynamics of family relationships and the importance of setting holy boundaries within them. I acknowledged the challenges that come with family ties, some of which we choose and others we inherit. I read from Proverbs 10:23, which contrasts the enjoyment of folly with the pleasure of living wisely, and shared a personal reflection on the allure of spontan...  Read More

My sermon focused on living in the freedom Christ gives us, mainly through the lens of friendship and boundaries. I introduced the book of Proverbs as our guide for this series, acknowledging that while it's often overlooked due to its poetic nature, it contains profound wisdom on living wisely. I used Jesus' relationships as a model to illustrate different types of friendships: the crowd, the tri...  Read More