Tag: First Congregational Church

An Alternative to Prayer

An Alternative to PrayerAnd he told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to prayand not lose heart. Luke 18:1 Here is an interesting article on prayer and worry by Lee McGlone. Prayer. Prayer is the alternative to worry. Instead of wringing our hands in a frenzy, we are to be busy at the …

Continue reading

Just Ignore the Owner’s Manual

Teach me your way, O Lord, that I may walk in your truth;give me an undivided heart to revere your name.Psalm 86:11 How foolish would it be to buy a new car, but then just toss out the Owner’s Manual?  Then when the light comes on the dashboard, just think it is a nice color or …

Continue reading

Leadership in the Kingdom of God

“Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?”He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.”He said to him, “Feed my lambs.” (John 21:15) There are many discussions, books, articles, and opinions on leadership in the church.  If I were to dig through my old books, I am sure …

Continue reading

How Do We Overturn this Present Evil Age?

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven.For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good,and sends rain on …

Continue reading