“Christmas Miracles”
Do you ever think about all the miracles of Christmas? Christmas time is so busy, we sometimes forget to stop and think about what it really means. I pray that … [Read more…]
Author: Parks Chastain
“A Not So Silent Night”
I love that Christmas Hymn, “Silent Night.” But, let’s think about something for a moment. That night when Jesus was born was anything but silent. The town of Bethlehem was … [Read more…]
“Did We Miss Thanksgiving?”
When did the Christmas decorations go up at your local superstore? If not before Halloween, it was likely the day after. What happened to Thanksgiving? We so often skip it. … [Read more…]
“The Opposite of Thanksgiving”
Ever hear this song: Count your burdens, dread them one by one; Count your burdens, blame what God hath done; Count Your Burdens, dread them one by one; Count your … [Read more…]
“Make Sure To Choose The Good Part”
I want to thank each and everyone who has participated in mission work this year – it has been awesome. God has worked in a mighty way, and we have … [Read more…]
“I Know Better Than God!”
Okay, now that I have your attention. Let’s face it – no one who believes in the God of the Bible would ever SAY that he or she knows better … [Read more…]
“The Ripple Effect”
When the creek beside our Sanctuary building at Maple Grove has water, I like to stand and toss a rock or two into it. I watch the ripples. It’s calming. … [Read more…]
“Never Changing!”
Our Maple Grove Homecoming is Sunday, September 15, 2024. It’s been 149 years since this little country Church was established, and we invite all to celebrate with us. Preparing for … [Read more…]
“A Sign of Christian Maturity”
In 2 Corinthians 12:9, the Apostle Paul wrote: “And He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore most gladly I will rather … [Read more…]
“Conviction or Condemnation”
A hard lesson today, but this has come up over and over again this summer in many contexts, so I feel like it needs to be addressed more. Here’s the … [Read more…]