Good Questions Give Us An Opportunity To Grow-Part 3
I usually choose to save my conclusion until I reach the end of what I write, but this time I want to state the main point up front. I think
Read MoreIn their care to distribute
What are the consequences of Easter? How does the resurrection change our minds, hearts and actions? When we are freed from fear of death, and forgiveness releases us from guilt,
Read MoreScattering (and re-gathering) believers
In this pastor’s note, Jim Linder reflects on parallels of the early church and the origins of our fellowship. May the testimony of God’s work in our lives these many years encourage
Read MoreChoices & Assurance: A lesson from my dog
Most mornings start predictably the same way, with few variations. I have my morning routine to prepare myself for the day ahead and to prepare for my dog’s day as
Read MoreJesus who I love but sometimes do not like
Renée’s wonderful and challenging teaching yesterday started me thinking about a reality that I visit and revisit periodically. I dearly love Jesus, but there are times when I don’t particularly
Read Moretrickle to a river
Water oozing out from under the threshold on the east side. Not a lot, but a steady flow. No small leak. If this was my house, I’d be on the
Read MoreThank Goodness!
Today I got up feeling not so happy. Not so joyful. Not so grateful. I felt tired. And sick. And “sick and tired” of being sick and tired. “Don’t worry:
Read MoreCircles of Repair
Imagine with me a tree as a metaphor of NCF’s journey towards justice, nourished by scripture, teaching, and prayer. As we learn, our roots deepen and spread, giving us strength
Read MoreJoy for what is and is to come
This week we hear from Sharon Chubbuck, a long time NCF’er, about the many forms joy takes and the lessons we can learn from each. May you be encouraged to
Read MoreGOOD QUESTIONS GIVE US AN OPPORTUNITY TO GROW – Part 1
This is part 1, of what will hopefully become a 3 part series from Ron Simkins, on the power of asking good questions to God. As we journey with Ron,
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