Paul’s third missionary journey traversed much the same ground as his second missionary journey. Passing through Galatia and Phrygia, he proceeded directly to the great port city of Ephesus. After three years of preaching and teaching there, Paul traveled again through Macedonia and Achaia, strengthening the believers, and then finished with a visit to Jerusalem.

JUST A LITTLE HISTORY… KINGS OF JUDAH: (The Southern Kingdom) (After Solomon’s death, the Kingdom split) Rehoboam, mostly bad, 931—913 BC Abijah, mostly perverted, 913—911 BC Asa, good, 911—870 BC Jehoshaphat (overlap), righteous, 873—848 BC Jehoram/Joram (overlap), terrible, 853—841 BC Ahaziah, bad, 841 BC Athaliah (queen), devilish, 841—835 BC Joash/Jehoash, mostly virtuous, 835—796 BC Amaziah,… Read More »

As We Prepare for Communion… Communion, mentioned primarily in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, is an important part of a faithful Christians’ walk with Christ. Jesus used a meal to institute one of the most universal and unforgettable ordinances of the church. Communion (sometimes referred to as the… Read More »

A Note from the Pastor… Juan and Miriam Santos have been in ministry for over 25 years. Since returning to the Dominican (he attended Bible College in Argentina where he met Miriam), Juan has built a ministry of helping grow the Kingdom of God through writing, preaching, and sharing practical biblical principles with his listeners.… Read More »

For the Record… Homosexuality is first mentioned in the earliest books of the Bible. Its practice was not uncommon in ancient Greece, nor in ancient Rome. In the United States, although not new, the past 50 years have witnessed the discussion surrounding homosexuality move from tolerance and fairness – to an issue that affects everything… Read More »

Another new year has arrived… When I was very young, I found it impossible to stay up until midnight and ring in the new year with all of the adults. As I get older, I don’t want to stay up until midnight and ring in the new year with anyone – I just want to… Read More »

A Note from the Pastor… I want to begin by thanking everyone who sent a card, shared a gift, or blessed us with Christmas “goodies,” (they have wreaked havoc on our diets, but totally worth it!). It is a blessing to serve with each of you and I look forward to the coming new year.… Read More »

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; Galatians 5:22-23(a) ESV

A Note from the Pastor… In today’s world, hope can seem in short supply. So many today face worry, hatred, anger, discouragement, and even despair. Yet, the Word of God is not only filled with reminders to hold on to hope, but points us to the only One who can give us true Hope –… Read More »

A Note from the Pastor… When I was in high school, my grandfather, (who passed away in 2006), began losing his eyesight. After I got my driver’s license, I would occasionally drive him to church on Saturday evenings. It was a different church than I grew up in, but I enjoyed visiting the church with… Read More »