A Diamond? or A Rock?
Spiritual formation and becoming Christ-like is essential for kingdom building. It is also essential for healthy relationships with others. Healthy relationships are the building blocks for society and for marriage…
Carrying the Rock
Today we return to our series on Peter. Peter loved Jesus and lived his life passionately as a follower of Christ. He did this in the power of the Holy…
Holy Spirit Under-Standing
Pentecost, the pouring out of God's Holy Spirit into the hearts of his people. Today we celebrate this new God with us, each of us, through the indwelling of his…
Eyeing the Cornerstone of the Rock Formation
Peter the Rock (A Formation) - The cornerstone determines everything about a structure. As the structure goes up the builder continually checks to make sure everything is in line and…
The Rock Formation, Taking Shape
Once the foundation has been laid the structure can be built and things begin to take shape. What need is there for a spiritual foundation if we do not build…
The Foundational Foundation
Strong formations that last are built on a solid foundation. Our Christian life is eternal only because it is built on the work of Christ. Faith in him gives us…
A Shepherd’s Calling
Jesus said that he would build the church upon the testimony of Peter, his disciple. His testimony was shaped and formed by his relationship with Jesus. Our testimony is no…
Who Will Roll the Stone Away?
Christ the Lord is Risen. He is no longer dead, Alleluia!! On Easter we celebrate the resurrection of our Savior from the dead. Jesus' death and resurrection gives us new…
Who is This?
We remember Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and the crowds mistaken yet truthful reaction. Their king had arrived on a donkey, but they failed to understand the path Jesus would have…