Most of us probably don’t use the word “diaspora” in our everyday conversations, but ALL of us are familiar with the concept. It’s any people who have moved from their original homeland. In a nation of immigrants and in Silicon Valley with its unusual diversity and people “…on the move…” we all have experienced “diaspora”…
The life of Carol Swain is one of the most inspiring stories I’ve ever heard. Born into a family of 12 children in the backwoods of Virginia, Carol grew up without adequate food, clothing, education, indoor plumbing or running water. Eventually she dropped out of school in the ninth grade, was married at 16, had…
By any objective standard Cooper Kupp should be one of the most “fulfilled” people on the face of the earth. I freely confess I’m no sports fan, but we have kind and generous friends who let us watch the Super Bowl with them (and eat their snacks) while they patiently explained the game and the…
Dear Worshippers, Jesus’ resolution to die was not some whimsical decision that He made on the spur of the moment. On the contrary, it was foretold by the prophets and thus a necessity. Doctor Luke put it this way, “As the time approached for Him (Jesus) to be taken up to heaven, Jesus resolutely set…
Dear Friends, “Contents under pressure. Handle with care” – Have you ever felt like that warning label applies to YOU? For the last five weeks we’ve been talking about living under the pressures of being afflicted, perplexed, persecuted, and struck down. We’ve learned that through our deep faith, we can trust God and His promises.…
