Pastor's Pen

Okay, so I came across something in a podcast that I thought was fascinating since it relates so much to Christian growth.  You’ve heard me say that Paul says to put off things like anger but if I just think about putting off, I’ll never long-term change. I need to concentrate on the corresponding “put on” gentleness, etc.  Or put off lying, and put on the truth.  I need to focus on truth telling,...

Stewardship of God’s CreationAt the heart of Christian stewardship is the call to care for the earth, as outlined in Genesis 2:15, where humanity is tasked with tending and keeping the garden. Solar energy is a clean, renewable resource that reduces reliance on fossil fuels, cutting greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating the impact of climate change. For example, a church like Trinity Presbyteria...

Let’s be honest—some Sundays, getting to church feels like running a marathon with no warm-up. The kids are melting down, the dog threw up on the carpet, and the coffee tastes like burnt hope.  And when online church is just a click away—while you're still in your PJs, pancakes in hand—why should you bother with physically showing up?Well, as someone who’s spent a fair amount of time on both sides...

The central problem with many seeker-friendly, "light gospel" churches that focus on practical advice while avoiding deep engagement with God's Word is that they may offer behavior modification without true spiritual transformation. Here’s a breakdown of the key issues:Superficiality over Substance:Instead of deeply exploring biblical theology, hermeneutics, and historical context, these churches ...