"God had given us a great opportunity—to live our lives in such a way that everything we do, even the … More
Author: James Paulgaard
Living in the in between, becoming, but not quite there yet, old and new mixed together, hanging on with all my might to the One who is holding onto me.
Stewardship of Life
Pastor Mike was in his office working on his sermon for next Sunday when Bob Smith burst through the doorway … More
Who are you following? (John 1:35-51)
Read: John 1:35-51 Focus: What does it mean to be an apprentice? Inform V. 35 mathaytays a disciple, an apprentice, … More
Where is Your Life Pointing? (John 1:19-34)
Read: John 1:19-34 Focus: What signs can you identify by their shapes? What are some things that signs point towards? … More
The Cream and Bread Sermon (or Small Groups: A Place of Grace)
(Significant Scriptures: Psalm 103:1-12; Ephesians 4:1-16; John 13:31-35) As I was preparing this message, I had an idea. I thought … More
Small Groups: A Place of Truth
(Significant Scriptures: Exodus 18:13-26; Galatians 2:8-16; John 14:1-6) You might remember comedian Yakov Smirnoff. When he first came to the … More
The Hope that We Already Have
I would like to begin today by talking to you about hope. Hope is so important to life. Some scientists … More
Poverty – Part 1: Why should I be concerned?
This past July, as my family and journeyed to Alberta for our annual pilgrimage to visit family and friends, we … More
Poverty – Part 2: What can I do?
Jesus is the one who gives us forgiveness, salvation and eternal life. As we respond to the richness of his … More
Questions: What about Mary the mother of Jesus?
Today we continue our summer sermon series of “Questions You’ve Always Wanted to Ask.” It’s a time when you get … More
Farewell to Shadowlands 