My parents visited us last month for the first time since we moved to the Lower Mainland. And as 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.
Turning Our Church Inside Out
Like a space shuttle leaving the launch pad, reaching out to others with God's love requires abundant motivation to overcome … More
Turning Our Church Inside Out
…most of us probably feel a little bit uncomfortable about inviting someone to church. The same two factors that a rocket must face are in play when it comes talking about our faith with others. There is a barrier that we must overcome. And we need to have enough thrust to overcome it.
Stewardship of Life
"God had given us a great opportunity—to live our lives in such a way that everything we do, even the … More
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
