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Each one of us want to be part of something truly significant. However, this desire can easily morph into self-exalting living, grasps at worldly control, or a false belief that right now is 'unprecedented' because we are part of it. Instead, Christians should think soberly and remain focused furthering the Kingdom of God which is ‘not of this world.’
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Faithful disciple-making often involves being willing to be inconvenienced. Paul described this as “not pleasing ourselves” (Romans 15:1b). What does this look like during a global pandemic?
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When we are angry, we usually fashion internal weapons sharpened by bitterness, malice, and slander. Even though we know that Christians must set these weapons aside, it hardly seems possible. So here are three Biblical recommendations for dealing with anger in order to move towards reconciliation.
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For as much as Jesus taught the joyful, eternal reign of the 'Kingdom of Heaven', it can be easy for us to misunderstand what he meant and how it applies to our lives.
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How did Paul go from perpetuating violence to being inspired to write, “bless those who persecute you” (v14), “never avenge yourselves” (v19) and “conquer evil with good” (v21)?
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If love supersedes emotions, how can we better understand it? Romans 12, verses 9 and 10, gives us some good direction for Biblical love.
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Interdependent communities are part of God’s design for living a life of worship. If you are a Christian, then you are part of a team.
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This is one spiritual disease which is much easier to diagnose in other people than within ourselves.
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Hello First Mennonite Church family. I don’t know about you, but for me, this has been a roller coaster of a week as news reports have accelerated regarding the world-wide pandemic.
This is certainly new territory for many of us and it’s hard to know how to proceed. However, there are a few words that I want to share on... -
For this week, it seems appropriate to share with you an update regarding recent decisions. As you know, 6 appointed members of FMC traveled to Menno Haven on Saturday, February 15, for the Illinois Mennonite Conference (IMC) Annual Business Meeting. Approximately half of all IMC congregations were represented among those in...
