Pastor's Blog

Disappointment With God

Do you ever get angry with God? What do you do in those moments? Part of having a relationship with God is the reality that God does not always do what we want, when we want. God is God after all, and that sometimes …

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Speechless

When have you found yourself without words to say? Maybe when you’re surrounded by the magnificence of nature. Or in the stillness of an ocean sunset. Or perhaps when confronted by a tragic and sudden loss. Or an …

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Truth from Youth

This past week Swedish 16 year-old Greta Thunberg addressed the UN Climate Action Summit. Thunberg has come to international prominence in the last year or so as an activist for staging school strikes for climate action. …

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A Longer Table

Ever notice how much time Jesus spent eating with others? It wasn’t just about the food, of course; many of his teaching moments were spent around a table. Jesus turned water into wine at a wedding feast. One of his most …

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Now or Later

Would you rather be given $10,000 right now or $500,000 in 15 years? Your decision might be quick and easy: $10,000 is a lot of money, but I’d be happy to wait 15 years for a guaranteed $500,000! But after thinking on …

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Top Priority

Those of us living in South Florida are grateful to be spared the devastation of Hurricane Dorian, but we empathize with those who were in its path. We should continue to pray for the people of the Bahamas and seek out …

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Faith and Politics

Some people say that faith and politics should not mix. I understand the reasons why, but our faith should be deep enough to reach every aspect of our lives. As it happens, Jesus spoke often about highly political and …

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New Here

Have you ever been the new kid? Maybe your family relocated while you were young. Perhaps you had to switch schools at some point. Or maybe you tried out a new sports team, group, or even church. We never outgrow the …

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A Beautiful Voice in Your Neighborhood

The trailer was recently released for the upcoming film about Mr. Rogers, called A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, starring Tom Hanks. This film is a timely reminder of the positive impact that Mr. Rogers had on a …

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I Was a Stranger, and You Welcomed Me

In recent years immigration has become one of the most divisive issues facing our nation. On some days, more than 3,500 undocumented immigrants cross into our border, the highest rate in 13 years. As people of faith, we …

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