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Higher Quality Audio-only Dear Church Family, Jesus was a different kind of leader, a Servant King. One that was focused on serving those under his rule, and ruling with equity, humility, empathy, and fairness. He was focused on God’s will and bringing about the Kingdom of God in the here and now. Consequently, he delivered…

Higher Quality Audio-only Dear Church Family, Who can be saved is the question of the day. Given how important the answer to that question is, wouldn’t you like to know if you’re on the list? However, who is saved and who isn’t is only something that God knows. That’s the challenge. Given the alternative, it’s…

Higher Quality Audio-only Dear Church Family, There’s something special and precious about the faith of a child; something we should emulate. Please listen to today’s service to learn more. Blessings, Pastor Rick

Dear Church Family, In every game there are two sides. Picking who is on yours is the key to success. Being picked by the right team is also critical. So, whether you are the picker or pickee you want to end up with the best team. The same holds true in life. In this world…

Higher Quality Audio-only Dear Church Family, What we believe is typically the result of our insights, understandings and discernments regarding the universe, the world, and our own unique environment accumulated over the course of our lifetime. And, while those are influenced by many factors, they rely most heavily on what we’ve personally experienced. Our individual…

Higher Quality Audio-only Dear Church Family, In today’s scripture Jesus warns his disciples and others that are in attendance what will occur to those who are ashamed of him. It’s an important message, especially during these challenging times. Please give it a listen. Blessings, Pastor Rick PS: In the service I mistakenly refer to John…

Higher Quality Audio-only Dear Church Family, The Bible is replete with stories and examples regarding what people do, how they act, what type of effort, skill or support they provide (through faith) to their religion, family members, friends, those in their community and complete strangers, and through these teachings we learn about the importance of…

Dear Church Family, Since we are human, we will always have internal conflict; constantly torn between body and spirit. There’s no way to avoid that, but that doesn’t mean that we have to be like the Pharasees; always focused on the unimportant. We can dedicate ourselves to seeking what’s important and doing that. I hope…

Higher Quality Audio-only Andy Paul Monson April 21, 1931 – July 31, 2021 Paul had a personal philosophy that began, “Start each day with the positive thought that you are going to do the best that you can do, then live that day to the fullest!” Born in Escanaba, Michigan, Paul moved to St. Ignace…

Higher Quality Audio-only Dear Church Family, Jesus said in Matthew 7:13 – Wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. Don’t fall for all of Satan’s lies that might lead you to believe this is the road to take. Instead, take the narrow path that…