PASTOR'S CORNER

How is your prayer life? Do you feel like you pray with authority and power? Weak and listless prayer is not how we are to pray. We need to tap into the power of prayer and pray with authority. The Bible gives us strong guidance on how we can do this! Here are three biblical principles that guide us into powerful prayer – having authority in prayer. In Jesus’ name This is a common refrain: ‘In Jesus’ name. Amen.’ But what does it really mean? Whatever you ask in my name, this I will do, that t...

When you begin to follow Jesus, everything changes. These three radical shifts will establish a growth pattern in your life that will propel you into the path of a strong follower. Spiritual maturity takes time. It is important to remember this. You may not see much day to day but should see much year to year! It’s absurd to think that a new born baby would be walking in a few days, talking a couple weeks later, and writing before their first birthday! Maturity is not instantaneous. The continual practice of these three sh...

It’s the season for vacations, reading lists, outdoor activities, relaxation, pool time, bar-be-cues and family time. I remember the joy of summer as I grew up. No school meant plenty of play time. But I remember engaging in something more meaningful every summer – more time in God’s Word. A shade tree and cool grass – me and my Bible. Those were days of spiritual growth and the building of spiritual depth. And, maybe, this is the season for you to do the same. Prayer and Bible reading are the two thin...