Posts from June 2023
327. Lifeboat, Not Cruise ship
A few weeks ago, there was a multiplication ceremony. One thing I emphasize is that the ultimate reason for multiplication is regaining the sense of “urgency” for the mission of God. The default mode of any organization is “complacency”. Though multiplication is primarily driven by large number, it creates a sense of urgency. When the number gets smaller, people feel the need to invite new people. Urgency is restored as we remember why we need to invite unchurched people to…
326. Purpose of Prophecy
Many of our adult members felt moved by the prophetic words from Pastor Doug. But the dictionary definition of prophecy has such a strong connotation of “prediction of the future”, so I will explain the gift of prophecy a bit here. Firstly, prophecy is simply the communication of God’s word. Pastors “prophesy” every week in a sense as they seek to bring God’s message and clarify it for the congregation. All Christians are supposed to “encourage” one another with words…
Shepherd Appointment Testimony—Joy Kim
Hi everyone! I’m here today to tell you about how God has led me to make the decision to become a shepherd. Some of you know this already, but this decision has been a long time in the making and so there have been many blessings and lessons I’ve received along the way. I tried my best to organize my thoughts, but I apologize in advance if it seems like I’m rambling. I’m just really thankful to be here. So…
325. Retreat Guest Speaker
We have an annual member’s retreat for adults this weekend. The guest speaker is Pastor Doug Easterday. I have quoted below portions of his “about” webpage (www.FatherHeartofGod.com) contents for members who want to know who he is before hearing him. — OVER THE PAST 40 YEARS, Bible teacher and scholar Doug Easterday has been introducing the Father Heart of God to thousands of students in over 20 countries and most states in the US and Canada. His different lecture series…