He > I

Good Wednesday to you!

Thanks to all who helped make Scottish Presbyterian Heritage Sunday a success! We had a great time with all the shortbread, sausage rolls, and rutabagas, and, of course, haggis! (Thanks, Reavies!) The bagpipes, the food, and all the kilts made this past Sunday very special.

We took a deep dive into the reformations, not just the Protestant Reformation. God's people have been involved in reformation (a call to return to our first love) since the Garden. The four questions that led to the Protestant Reformations (remember, there were several) were – How is a person saved, where does religious authority lie, what is the church, and what constitutes essential Christian living? These four questions led to the "Five Solas." Faith Alone, Grace Alone, Scripture Alone, Christ Alone, and To The Glory of God Alone sum up the Reformer's response to the four questions.

Ultimately, it is about returning to the authority of Scripture as the first and final authority in matters of life and faith. In Scripture we learn that it is faith in the work of Christ on the cross, giving us grace all for the glory of God.

Too easily, we allow ourselves, or the institution we now call "the Church," to come between Jesus and us. The challenge is to remember we are always reforming, always returning to Scripture, always returning to the work of Jesus as the basis of our salvation and our life together as the Church.

Next week we will begin tackling the doctrine of atonement. It will be at least a two-part sermon. This Sunday we will also celebrate communion together.

This Saturday, February 12, our Men's Ministry is having a Dads' Breakfast. Join other dads for an informational breakfast for growing and learning about some of the challenges before our culture. You will be given practical tools to help you and your family take back the joy of being together. If you would like to join us, please RSVP to Ken Ireland by Thursday, February 10th.

Thank you all for your ongoing faithfulness. I pray your day is blessed.

Grace and peace,
Pastor David

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