I was thinking this week about all the different things you could do and programs you could implement to grow a church. But now that I’ve been a youth pastor for almost two years, I realize Jesus is really into numbers and that every number has a person and story behind it. As I dive more into the lives of … Read More
Burning Ones – John Bidaurreta
Fire has been called the foundation of human civilization, and there are few things more vital than starting and maintaining one when you’re in a survival situation. I believe there is a similar truth in the spirit. The Fire of the Holy Spirit is foundational to our Christian walk and that by maintaining and feeding that fire we not only … Read More
Free Indeed – Katharine Weiss
In the Middle East, grudges last not for years, but for generations. For example, the Crusades are still remembered with intensity by some groups, although they occurred long ago. What about you and me? How long are we willing to hang on to past offenses when, as disciples of Yeshua, we are commanded to forgive? Forgiveness is a great gift … Read More
Lost Baggage – John Bidaurreta
A few years ago while taking a trip to Brazil, we got delayed in the security line and missed our flight, but our luggage did make the plane. The next flight did not leave until early the following day, so I had a lot of time to ponder the thought of just having the few remaining items that were in … Read More
Teenagers Experiencing True Freedom – Milt Hodges
Teenagers Experiencing True Freedom May 4, 2012 – By Milt Hodges, Student Ministry Pastor @New Life Can teenagers heading in the wrong direction find true freedom through Jesus and be transformed in a moment? Yesterday, I was reflecting on a teenage girl who attends our weekly youth services. As tears welled up in my eyes, all I could say is, … Read More
Lightning, Fireballs, & Revival in California – The Hour is Coming and Now Is – Caleb Klinge
Now, Now, Now! That’s what the Lord has been emphasizing to us over the past two weeks. The events of the last 12-15 days have left me convinced that there is a fresh move of God coming to the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. We have been caught up in such a swirl of supernatural activity, a whirlwind of … Read More
“They Sent Me To Finish It” – Rachel Klinge
In the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City, Tanzanian runner John Stephen Ahkwari was the last runner in the marathon. He finished about an hour and a half after the winner, practically carrying his leg, as it was so bloodied and bandaged. He was asked why he kept going when he had no chance of winning. John responded, “You don’t understand. … Read More
WWJD – What Would Joseph Do? – Overcoming Sexual Sin, by Caleb Klinge
Our culture’s thinking about sex has changed. “Hooking up” is the norm, and virgins are viewed as freaks. It’s common to hear people talk about the need to discover whether they are sexually compatible before making a long-term commitment. People have bought-in to the notion that their sexual purity doesn’t have significance or value. Sadly, they are creating a downward … Read More
Sleeping Through Life’s Little Quakes – John Bidaurreta
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.0 shook the San Francisco Bay Area at 5:33 a.m. on Monday, March 5, 2012. Thankfully, no damages or injuries have been reported. One resident tweeted, “All of San Francisco just woke up, tweeted, and are now going back to bed for an hour. Thanks early morning #earthquake.” When life brings a little shake-up … Read More
Following and Followers – Milt Hodges
Who You Follow Impacts Who Follows You With Twitter you can have followers, and be a follower. The same is true about life. It brings up several important questions: Who are you following? Who is following you? Where are the people you’are following leading you? Where are you leading the people who are following you? If Jesus used Twitter, one … Read More