The call of Jesus is a radical, wonderful thing.  In it God brings to life those who were dead.  These folks, living between the first coming of Jesus and his second coming, now move toward a cosmic vision – to live and die for the glory of God. God is moving us into a walk-by-faith mission that holds Jesus as our only hope, highest value and closest friend. If you’re in the Winona area we would love to have you walk with us.

Thanksgiving 2009 (11/29/2009)  Our giving thanks to God is VERY important to God.  Understanding the magnitude of God’s kindness to us will result in continual thanksgiving – it cannot be otherwise.  If we are not thankful we simply don’t have a good grasp on the gospel.   Being truly thankful is a reflection of how we view God.  Join us as we take a quick look at the importance of being thankful.  (read more)

being Jesus’ servant (11/22/2009)  Understanding the gospel and the magnitude of God’s saving love toward us should create our disposition toward him – servant.  The world would program us toward being people who exalt self and worship God’s gifts rather than God.  Jesus would have us follow him instead.  His words in John 12:23-26 are very serious and are the key to fruit-bearing lives of fellowship with Jesus.  (read more)

Praying for the lost (11/15/2009) – As we attempt to align ourselves with God’s vision we will be drawn ever more into evangelistic relationships with friends, co-workers, family, etc.  It is vital that we pray for them as we should.  But how do we do that?  We need to have a correct understanding of how people come to faith so that we can better pray.  While there are differing opinions as to how we actually come to faith this is a very important issue.  (read more)

Good Deeds, Good Works, Acts of Mercy (11/08/2009) – The Bible is instructs Christians to be full of good works.  The light of Jesus should shine on our works in such a way that when our works are seen, the response is God focused.  How do we do that?  It’s not a formula, it’s Christ living in us.  When we are consumed by Christ (his goal is our goal, his vision is our vision, etc.), all we do will be for his glory and the exaltation of Jesus.   (read more)

Courageous (11/01/2009) – There is much to be learned by the story of Peter and John in Acts chapter 4.  Here we see two of the disciples who were cowering during the murder of Jesus a few weeks earlier, now speaking the gospel boldly.  Even though they are standing before the same “court” that killed Jesus, they are steadfast as the Holy Spirit builds the church.  This is living by faith – cherishing Jesus above all and trusting God to be for us in every situation.  (read more)

Living an introduction to the gospel (10/25/2009) – The Bible is clear.  We should live our lives in such a way that those who observe us will glorify God.  We should live lives that provoke questions.  Our lives should make God attractive.  This is difficult because we often live lives that are self-focused.  Living lives that are transparent, full of grace and truth, and focused on serving others ends in the gospel being attractive.    (read more)