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“And, he went a little farther, and fell on his face and prayed, praying, 0 my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless, not as I will, but as thou wilt.” (Matthew 26:39) Spiritual stagnation is a most tragic reality in the experience of many church members and people of Read more

“It seems to me that the theme of the New Testament is one of joy. I’m somewhat disappointed that ministers do not preach on the theme very often. I feel that this is one of the best antidotes for depression.”  These are the words a member of our congregation, Dr. Howard Dewey. He said these words Read more

This week we saw a strange miracle take place. A small nation was surrounded by 5 strong hostile nations that were out to get it and actually push it into the Mediterranean Sea and symbolically into the sea of oblivion. This small state nation pushed the enemy back, and pulled off what has been called Read more

In a conversation with Bill Griffis of our church last night, we were talking about what difference is really made by going to church. Suppose I was able to follow you as a church goer around for a whole month with a camera and a tape recorder. Then, I would follow a non-church member around Read more

The great Quaker historian Arnold Toynbee has pointed out that whenever a great leader has arisen in the world, he creates an almost intolerable tension in society. You can never be neutral to a great creative genius. You either oppose him at great cost, or you commit yourself too him with fanatical dedication. This is certainly descriptive of Read more

“Just then a woman who had been subject to bleeding for twelve years came up behind him and touched the edge of his cloak.  She said to herself, “If I only touch his cloak, I will be healed.” Matthew 9:20 A strange transformation takes place in those who meet Jesus. They seem to come out of Read more