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We Are Sent

Posted on April 3, 2024 by Scott Dunford

John 20:21 “Again Jesus said, ‘Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.’” While the resurrection was the last major redemptive event before the ascension, there were 40 days between the Resurrection and the … Continue reading →

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You Are Not Alone

Posted on February 7, 2024 by Scott Dunford

Serving the Most High God is the greatest privilege we as his creation can perform. And yet life is hard, ministry is exhausting, and our bodies and emotions have their limits. In 1 Kings 19, Elijah was despondent and exhausted. … Continue reading →

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N ew Mercies and Old Promises

Posted on January 3, 2024 by Scott Dunford

“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23 This morning as I headed over the San Mateo Bridge heading toward the church, … Continue reading →

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Is Christmas Over?

Posted on December 27, 2023 by Scott Dunford

Luke 2:20 “And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them.”  The post-Christmas let down is real. Months of preparation, gift buying, and planning all culminate on Christmas Eve … Continue reading →

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The Dawn is Coming!

Posted on December 20, 2023 by Scott Dunford

“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased.” Luke 2:14 We are just one day away from the longest night of the year. The wind is howling and the rain is … Continue reading →

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You Are the Potter

Posted on December 6, 2023 by Scott Dunford

Isaiah 64:8 “Yet you, Lord, are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand.” Adelaide Pollard was frustrated with God. She felt led by God to go to Africa as … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Evangelism

Posted on November 22, 2023 by Scott Dunford

“Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The Lord has done great things for them.” Then it was said among the nations, ‘The Lord has done great things … Continue reading →

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Surprised by the Fire

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Scott Dunford

“Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may … Continue reading →

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The Lord is Not Slow

Posted on September 27, 2023 by Scott Dunford

1 Peter 4:7 “The end of all things is near. Therefore be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray.” Prayer keeps our mind engaged with spiritual matters. We wake up in the morning with a million things … Continue reading →

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The Scandal of a Righteous Life

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Scott Dunford

1 Peter 4:4 “They are surprised that you do not join them in their reckless, wild living, and they heap abuse on you.” Humility and integrity are crucial characteristics of believers. As Christians we must know who we are and … Continue reading →

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