God's passion is for the lost. Jesus said,
"I came to seek and save the lost."
Pastor Mark Bates at Village Seven
In Luke 15 the Father shows His heart for the those that are without Christ. The lost coin, the lost sheep…
He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!
We hope you have a wonderful Easter celebration with your friends and family!
Today is a bright day! A day that we celebrate our hope, in an otherwise hopeless world.
On the…
Crucifix
I've always struggled some with the darkness of Good Friday. I mean, it's a super important day in remembering the death of Christ for our sins. Without the cross there would be no resurrection, and as Paul says, if the…
Dick & Vicki Gascho
Is God really on your side? Have you ever wondered about that? It is a thought-provoking question, isn't it? I know we'd all like to believe that He is.
Recently my good friend and ministry coach, Dick Gascho…
Our Celebratory Meal
I noticed that I have received more comments and likes on my Facebook page about the picture (upper right) I posted a from our anniversary dinner than I every have. My friends are definitely interested in what is…
Reflections and Lessons from David's Life
I enjoy reading about the life of David. I suppose in part, because I am named after him. I also feel that I learn a number of valuable life lessons as I observe how God…
Our friend, Stephen Phelan leading Harbor Mid-City in communion a great Christian practice where we remember Christ death until He returns
Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent. Forty days before we celebrate Christ's resurrection at Easter. I remember as a young…
Will Massey on our fascinating walk
I went on a fascinating walk with my friend, Will Massey while I was in Lancaster last week. He is one of my heroes, because he has dealt with some adversity, and in Christ he…
Dave with Daniel Martinez at Calvary Church
As I drove up to Calvary Church in Glendale this morning I was reminded that this was one of the churches I visited 24 years ago when I first came on with Mission to…
Isaiah 40:6-8
I've found that reading the Bible consistently is one of the most important things that I do for my emotional and spiritual health. I'd like to motivate you to take some time each day to read the Word of God.…