Introduction As Christians, we are called to go into the whole world and share the gospel--the good news that God saves sinners. Matthew 28:19-20 is the capstone of this mission, and has become more than just words; it has become a guiding principle that has shaped my journey as a devoted follower of Christ. For... Continue Reading →
7 Traits of a Healthy Christian Disciple
What does a healthy disciple of Christ look like? How do we fulfill the great commission? Are we called to evangelism, discipleship, or both? These are good questions that each of us should be asking ourselves. It was made clearer to me today when our Senior Pastor, Keith Treadway, preached on this topic: 7 Traits of... Continue Reading →
Pray for Paradise Island: Fiji
Population: 854,098 Capital: Suva Official Language: English, Hindustani, and Bau Fijian Area: Fiji is located 1,200 miles northeast of New Zealand. There are two larger and 110 smaller inhabited islands, both volcanic and coralline. There are around 7,100 square miles of land in this area, slightly larger than the state of Connecticut. Prayer Requests Fiji has an abundant amount... Continue Reading →
Top 5 Least Evangelical Countries in the World
5. Yemen - Located in Western Asia, the Republic of Yemen is in the Arabian peninsula, borders the Gulf of Eden, the Arabian Sea, and the Red Sea. It ranks as the 50th largest country in the world at 203,850 square miles. The top 3 languages spoken are Arabic, Hindi, and Somalian. There are approximately... Continue Reading →
What is a mission statement? Both Christians and non-Christians talk about this concept. Businesses think through missions. The Coca-Cola mission statement is to refresh the world, inspire moments of optimism, and to make value and difference in the world. Armies strategize their missions to protect and serve their country. Ordinary people may say their mission... Continue Reading →