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As we celebrate God’s holy day we gain a deeper understanding of the path God has set before us, and the power he has given us to fulfill His purpose. Jeff Patton connects the significance of Shavu’ot in the Old Covenant with Pentecost in the new and shows us how Ruth’s dedication to God, as her God, led God to include her in “His people,” as the firstfruits of creation and co-heirs of Christ.
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Many voices in our world, both secular and religious are saying we will soon reach a “point of no return” that could herald major transformations that will overturn the world as we know it today. Jeff Patton, in light of the uncertain future we all may face, encourages everyone to prepare to meet God. He examines the Exodus 19, the Psalms, and David’s thoughts on who will live in God’s presence and stand on His Holy hill.
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Whenever Islamic fanatics’ religious sensitivities are sufficiently stirred up–say by an unflattering event like the publication of an editorial cartoon that mocks their star player from Mecca and so hurts their self-esteem –then those fans riot in the streets. They love to make the world hear their violent expressions of support for their hometown teams…
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The phrase “point of no return” sounds ominous. And indeed it is. Among today’s financial analysts there are those speculating about just how much more money the U.S. Federal Reserve can create by digital keystrokes in order to buy the U.S. Treasury Bonds no one else in the world wants to buy before oil exporters of the Middle East and manufactured goods exporters of eastern Asia will refuse to accept U.S. dollars in payment for their stuff.
Truly the governors of the Fed are between a rock and a hard place…
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The biblical account of Moses and his father-in-law Jethro can teach a Christian many lessons about the qualities of a good leader. Christ warns us that we are responsible to discern between those leaders who truly serve God and those who claim to serve the Lord but are really serving themselves. Jeff Patton challenges you to consider God’s qualifications for leadership.
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Cheating made the news this week. The fact that it still shocks us (at least somewhat) is an encouraging sign for our society because it indicates that we, the people, still understand that there is something called “right” and “wrong.”
Here in British Columbia two young men recently made the top of the news with a complex, high-tech scheme to cheat…
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Join us online and celebrate Pentecost with us.
Services will begin at 11:30 pst
Whether you are living on Vancouver Island or visiting the area
we welcome you to join us for services and a potluck.
Just call ahead:
Jeff, Jeremiah, or Carolanne at 250 716-1141
Jeff Patton will be speaking about
the message of the Holy Day, Shavuot and Pentecost,
in both the old and new covenants
and the lessons we as Christians can learn
from observing this Holy time.