We are all involved with money in some form every day. We live in a house or apartment that is paid for by money. We purchase food and clothing with money. Even transportation requires money.
The subject of money is dealt with extensively in the Bible. The word money is used about 125 times, and there are over 2,300 references to money, wealth and property. Sixteen of the 38 parables refer to the handling of money. Jesus said, "Where your treasure is, there will your heart be also."
As we examine, then, what the Scriptures teach concerning money we will see that much is revealed about the condition of our heart. May our heart's treasure be Christ, and may we learn to reflect His glory even in our use of money.
by Lasserre Bradley, Jr., Senior Pastor
The only inspired history that we have of the church of Jesus Christ is found within the pages of the book of Acts. The Acts begins at the resurrection and ascension of Christ and continues with the unfolding story of the Christian religion (including how they come to be known as "Christians"). A handful of faithful followers will turn into such a tidal wave of truth-tellers that even their enemies will admit that they have "turned the world upside down."
But Luke is not simply interested in describing real history; he infuses it with purpose and shows that history is heading to a definite conclusion. Jesus has begun His work on earth, is continuing it, but will also one day end it.
Join us as we attempt to recapture the primitive passion of the New Testament church for evangelism, for truth, for charity... and, above all, for the exaltation of the name of Christ.
by Justin Huffman, Associate Pastor