This past week we were able to attend the annual Pastor's Conference in Arequipa Peru. Isaac and I traveled from here over the Andes mountains to the city of Arequipa, where we once lived while in language school. The trip is pretty amazing considering we crossed from one side of the Andes completely to the other side getting to over 15,000 feet at time. It took us close to 10 … [Read more...]
Training Leaders
We had a wonderful time this past week during our workers and leaders conference. We had classes starting on Thursday morning thru Saturday morning from 9:00 to 12:oo and the church provided lunch for all those that were with us. Also each night from Wednesday thru Saturday we had a special service for all the people of the church. The conference ended on Sunday with our … [Read more...]
6 questions to ask to know whether you should or shouldn’t
One of the issues that many Christians face is what to do with the "grey" areas. Those things that they are just not sure if as a Christian they should be doing or not. Obviously we are not talking about things that the Bible clearly states as sin but those things that the Bible is silent about or doesn't give a direct command one way or the other. There are two extremes when … [Read more...]
Preaching the Bible
Have you ever sat through a message and at the end you say, "that was good, but what was it about?". Today there is a great drought of true biblical preaching. Too often the messages we hear are filled with opinions, agendas and unfortunately even poor doctrine. What we need today is a great revival in true biblical preaching. This of course means that our principle goal is to … [Read more...]
An Opportunity you won’t want to miss
I can remember in the mid nineties the first time that I went to Christian Camp. I actually went as a counselor because I was in my mid 20's but it probably changed my life as much or more than any of the campers. There are many that have had their lives changed or made a decision about serving the Lord while at camp. It is those times, often in the beautiful mountains, away … [Read more...]