Teach Us to Lament
Last Sunday, we prayed a corporate prayer of lament. Below is slightly edited transcript of that prayer, as a model for how to lament biblically. ...
Keep Reading"Discipling" - by Huston Swift
This was a testimony of God's grace through the discipling relationships in Huston Swift's (one of our Deacons) lives....
Teach Us to Lament
Last Sunday, we prayed a corporate prayer of lament. Below is slightly edited transcript of that prayer, as a model for how to lament biblically. ...
The Attributes of God - Recommended Reading
A.W. Tozer wrote that “what comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us” (Tozer, The Knowledge of the Holy). I am convinced that our affections are driven by our understanding of who God is. That’s so important because we attend to those things that we love… we pay more attention to them than anything else....
Land of the Free, Home of the Brave
Whether merely a kind neighbor or someone from a very distant country that you have never heard of (let alone spell), does not our freedom of religion extend to sharing Christ with the world?...
A Bunch of Ways to Pray for Your Church
Here's how we've been praying as a church for the last year or so in our corporate times of prayer......
Providence - God's Pervasive Sovereignty
The providence of God is his purposeful sovereignty by which he will be completely successful in the achievement of his ultimate goal for the universe. (John Piper)...
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Video Welcome for First Outdoor Service - June 7th
Well...here we go! Our first gathering in 3 months! We'll be outside, so here's a little look at where we're we'll be seated, and what to look forward to....
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5/26 Praise Update on GCBC Re-Gathering in June
We are very encouraged to share the news that churches may soon begin re-gathering for worship in groups of up to 100!...
Songs for Troubled Times
What songs can Christians sing in troubled times? Here are a few recommendations from members of our music ministry. ...
Questions on Meeting at God’s House and in Our Homes or Other Places, Part 1
What are the current guidelines for gathering in homes? What is the church’s plan going forward? Will we be able to meet in small groups or come together in larger groups (outdoors)? How should we handle those who respond to the laws differently within the church?...
How to Pray for Political Leaders (by Frank Erb)
It is easy to criticize our government leaders and complain about their decisions. In fact, some of them make it extremely easy for us to do this! However, there is a better way....
Church and State in a Health Crisis, Part 1: Biblical and Historical Notes
Martin Luther practiced civil disobedience by illegally preaching, but saw black plague health restrictions differently...
Joining In A Week of Prayer Together
Praying together from Colossians 1, and for our community and leaders...
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Praying for Our Veterans (by Kirby Smith)
By Kirby Smith -Presentation and prayer shared at June 6, 2021 prayer meeting. You can also view and listen here ------------------------ "Today is the 77th anniversary of D Day, when the United States led the Allies back into France resulting in freedom and liberty for all of Europe. Just this past Friday was the 79th anniversary of our American attack on the Japanese f...
Keep ReadingPractical Helps For Prayer
We all need the Lord's help to enjoy and be more faithful in prayer. Here are some practical helps to assist us. Click here for a print-friendly 1 page version of below and Click here for the audio or video of the message on Colossians 4:2 where this was shared For Personal Prayer (A.C.T.S.): A Adoration of God (His attributes, who He is) C Confession of sin T...
Keep ReadingA Bunch of Ways to Pray for Your Church
Here's how we've been praying as a church for the last year or so in our corporate times of prayer......
Keep ReadingHow We Prayed For Our Nation & New President - by Greg Ross
On January 24th, 2021 our Elders asked Greg Ross, a godly older man in our church, to pray for our new President (Joe Biden) and for our nation. Greg's prayer was a model of humility, dependence, and heartfelt honesty in light of challenging times in our nation. Below is the transcript from Greg's prayer. ---------------------- Good morning, I've been asked to pray f...
Keep ReadingHow to Pray for Political Leaders (by Frank Erb)
It is easy to criticize our government leaders and complain about their decisions. In fact, some of them make it extremely easy for us to do this! However, there is a better way....
Keep ReadingJoining In A Week of Prayer Together
Praying together from Colossians 1, and for our community and leaders...
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