Have you given thought to what binds believers together? The following article was written 42 years ago by Pastor Alvin Holmgren and directs our thoughts to the early church. Truth is timeless. Jesus tells us: ” I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14: 6) Let us pray for unity to begin in the hearts of those that have come to know “the way”, Jesus the Christ. It is only through knowing Him that we can see “truth” and truly live. We can...

The focus of someone that believes is called faith.  Hebrews chapter 11 is often referred to as the faith chapter. The chapter opens with, “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” It can also be described as an assurance of hope, and a conviction of what we don’t see.  There are so many things in this world that we live that we don’t physically see.  Yet we know they exist because of the effect they have.  I can’t see the wind, but I feel and often...

Jesus said: "Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God." (Matthew 5: 9) As Christians, we are followers of Christ, Who Is the Prince of Peace.  Although He always bears this title, as God's children we often place greater emphasis on this part of His ministry during the celebration of Christmas.  It is a beautiful thing to see the outpouring of love and concern for others that is generally shown at Christmas. The sins of selfishness and greed seem to be more...