Pastor’s Weekly Thoughts & Resources
With the new year upon us, I thought I would update the layout of the Pastor’s Update and rename it Pastor’s Weekly Thoughts & Resources. I’ve been contemplating this for…
With the new year upon us, I thought I would update the layout of the Pastor’s Update and rename it Pastor’s Weekly Thoughts & Resources. I’ve been contemplating this for…
What a week! As our nation struggled to come to grips with the assassination of Charlie Kirk, we've seen God do subtly amazing things. First off, thousands of Christians have…
It looks like we endured our annual week of summer, and now Fall is quickly descending upon us. For most families, that means soccer games and back-to-school activities that will fill up the calendar. Before you launch off on your Pumpkin Spice fueled adventure,
In James Chapter 4, we find a powerful warning about worldliness that remains just as relevant today as it was when first written. James addresses his church, which was struggling not because of external persecution but because of internal worldliness. This worldliness was causing both internal angst and external conflict among believers.
In a world filled with competing voices and opinions, how do we discern true wisdom from false? James chapter 3 provides a powerful contrast between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom that can transform how we navigate life's challenges.
As we look at the final chapter of Titus, we find practical guidance for how Christians should live and act within their communities. Paul finishes his letter by showing the church in Crete how to navigate life as citizens in a challenging culture.
In Titus chapter 2, Paul writes to his protege Titus who has been sent to oversee multiple churches on the island of Crete. Paul's concern is clear - false teachers are spreading unsound doctrine, and he wants to ensure Titus establishes healthy, thriving churches.
In a world where the definition of manhood has become increasingly blurred, the Bible provides clear standards for what makes a godly man. While some in society champion superficial traits like beards or "manly" activities, God's focus is on character, consistency, and self-control. The book of Titus offers timeless wisdom about God's design for men who lead their families and churches with integrity.
In the closing chapter of 2 Timothy, we find the Apostle Paul's final written words before his martyrdom. These powerful instructions to Timothy reveal not only how Paul finished his own race well, but provide us with timeless wisdom on how we too can complete our Christian journey faithfully.
The first Thursday in June is always a significant day in the life of Lompoc. It is the last day of school, and hundreds of seniors are graduating from High…