Chapter 13 in the Baptist Confession of Faith explains the Bible’s teaching on sanctification or, the Christian’s pursuit of holiness. The confession strongly and correctly makes the point that salvation in Christ always sets in motion the transforming process by which Christians become come more and more holy. The sermon and the service this Lord’s…
It is our privilege to welcome Rev. Art Larson, long-time pastor of Tri-Lakes Baptist Church (now retired), and a friend of our church. He will speak in the morning worship service.
Peter wrote to comfort first century Christians facing persecution for their faith. He challenged them to remember the grace of God—grace that secures our future hope (1 Peter 1:3-5). Christ put this grace on display in the salvation he secured. Old Testament prophets predicted this grace, but Peter says they found two themes perplexing: the…
Many Christians equate worship with triumphal songs that only communicate happiness. They seldom, if ever, sing songs of sorrow and lament. This is a different kind of service. To those who assess the worth of all things by entertainment value it will feel unnatural.It is designed to help us grieve over the death of our…