Hillside UMC: Recent Episodes
Herzen Andone
Scripture challenges us to step out in faith and reminds us that it is a journey of stops and starts ...as we become more and more like Jesus...also known as sanctification.
Scripture challenges us to confront our struggles and find the blessing through God's grace.
Many Christians lament the fact that the culture is becoming more “secular”. Paul’s walk through Athens and his speech on Mars Hill (the Areopagus) offers a pattern for Christians to use when pointing to the “unknown God” that many people today are seeking.
The study and surrender to God's word is a vital element to building a life of faith in God.
Worship of God is the primary material for building a strong and lasting life of faith.
We like good times better than bad times. But God is with us all the time; and honestly...there's much we can learn when things aren't going so well.
Is your net coming up empty after years of successful fishing? Sometimes you need to lay down the rod and reel, and check your bait, try a new lure, or move to a different spot. Jesus helped Peter haul in a record load of fish. And he can help you, too, if your willing to follow His lead.
When we are really seeking the face of God, we go beyond fair and pursue grace - the living love of God - in all of our relationships.
On the path of a disciple, we are learning to grow in our relationships with Christ and with the community. It begins when we take on the yoke of obedience.