Stop "Going" to Church!

Wow my pastor just said Stop Going To Church.  That's right, we need to stop just going to church and instead we need to become the church.

  Lets look at what the bible says;

Acts 17:24

²⁴ “The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples built by human hands.

1 Corinthians 3:16

¹⁶ Do you not know that you are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?

God does not live at church He lives in you! If you have accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior you are the church. And, if God lives in you and you are the church, meaning the body of Christ, what is holding any of us back from becoming Jesus to the world?  We have become a society that "goes" to church the building, but we are called to "be" the church and there is a big difference.

Just something to think about.  God has a plan for you life and it definitely is all about you becoming the church.

Love, Pastor Kent

Ice Cream Social

This Sunday June 2nd:

Fun Music
Communion
Ice Cream social immediately following service.

Don't miss out!

Love, Pastor Kent

This Sunday Announcemts

Sunday June 2nd

This Sunday's topic will be Money.  We will also come to the Lords table for communion.  We celebrate open communion at PCF meaning all who attend our services are invited to participate at the Lords Table of Grace.

The bible has much to say to all of us about money and assets. Come rich or poor the bible has a message for you regarding money. This is a very important topic that cannot be ignored when it comes to your spiritual growth. We all need a higher level of knowledge when it comes to our earthly assets. I think you will be surprised at the amount of information available to us in the bible regarding our earthly treasures.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:  There will be a desert social after this Sundays service. I hope you will plan on joining us after the service for fellowship and desert provided by Gary and Linda Daniel and friends.

See you soon.  Love, Pastor Kent

Higher Level of Knowledge

Q. Why should I read and study the bible and listen to sermons?  
A. For a higher level of knowledge of Gods Kingdom.

Q. So what is a higher level of knowledge and why is it so important?
A. Because when you have a higher level of knowledge your life can become greatly enhanced which in turn can enhance others lives.

Let me give you an illustration.  I work on a MacBook Pro laptop computer.  That is what I am using right now to write this blog.  This particular computer has an amazing amount of features and capabilities. Unfortunately, I only know the very basics. How to turn it on and off, word processing, search the internet. I am not touching the capability of this computer.  Why?  Because I have not invested the time and effort to learn how to properly use this tool. With a higher level of knowledge my capabilities on this computer would expand at least a hundred fold.  Why in the world don't I take the time and effort and probably expense to learn it?  Because like most people I settle for a lower level of knowledge because it is easier.  I haven't reached the the tipping point where the pain of not learning is more painful than the pain of learning it.

This is true with almost everything that can be life enhancing. Achieving a higher level of knowledge of your spouse, their likes and dislikes, their dreams, their inner thoughts, their fears, etc. would allow you to be a better loving and caring spouse.

A higher level of knowledge of your job can make you more valuable to the company.  The beautiful thing about achieving a higher level of knowledge in any given field is, it can not only bless you but others.  This is certainly true with our spiritual growth. Achieving a higher level of knowledge of God and His ways will allow you to get much more satisfaction out of this life.  It will allow you to live more in the Kingdom in this life. A higher knowledge of God would allow you to be a greater blessing in this life and also receive a greater reward in the life to come.

Another thing about attaining a higher level of knowledge is, there really is no ceiling. There is always more to learn. It is also very important to understand that this fallen world offers the choice of using a higher level of knowledge for good or for evil.

It is my desire as a pastor to help people achieve a higher level of knowledge of Jesus and His teachings so they develop a personal relationship with Him and continue their quest to learn more and more about the Christian walk. I too am learning and growing and seeking a higher level of knowledge of God and all that He desires. Seeking a higher level of knowledge of God is how to greatly enhance your Christian experience.

Always seeking and learning, love, Pastor Kent

Let's Talk About Money!

This Coming Sunday be prepared, your Pastor is going to talk about money!  Why is money so many people's favorite topic until it comes to Sunday in church?

We want to talk about our 401ks, our investments, our businesses, our homes, our cars, our second homes but dare bring it up in church and all of sudden everybody wants to head for the door.
So I thought I would give a heads up. We are going to start talking about what God says about money this coming Sunday, and He says quite a bit.

Oh there are so many questions to try and answer.  I guess I might see you this Sunday? I double dog dare you to come and be a part of this special service.

Love Pastor Kent

PS  No Wednesday night prayer meeting this week due to band rehearsal.

Sunday Correction

In my last blog I sent conflicting times for Sunday Service.  The correct time is 6:30.   Sorry.

Pastor Kent

Memorial Day

This weekend millions of people all over America will get together to "celebrate" Memorial Day.

Like many declared holidays, Memorial Day for most people will be a time of fun, meals with family and friends, and an extra day off from work. Memorial Day has become synonymous with many as the holiday that officially kicks off summer and all of its activities.  But to some families, Memorial Day is much more than a time to have bar-b-q and parties.

Memorial Day is set aside to honor the men and women who died while serving our country. For those who have lost a son or daughter, father or mother in battle, this holiday takes on a much deeper meaning.  It is a day to remember their sacrifice. The ultimate sacrifice.

Since 1776 it is estimated that over 2,718,000 men and women have died in battles and that is just people in this country. World wide it would be hard to imagine the amount of human loss because of war.

I believe in celebrating. We have to take time to gather, laugh, eat, drink, and have fun, share stories, dance, sing, and relax.  That is part of what makes life so precious.

Someday we are all going to die. That realization is what makes Jesus so important to anyone who loves this life and who does not want to loose anyone they love forever to the enemy we call death. Jesus is the remedy, the cure, the guaranteed fix, the complete restorer of loss due to death.

This Sunday Praise Community Fellowship will gather as we always do at 6:30. There will be music, conversation, fellowship, and the presence of God.  "For where ever two or more are gathered in my name, I am there in the midst of them.”

I plan to celebrate life this weekend. I will think of those who have died in service for my benefit. I will laugh with my family and friends. I will enjoy all that God has given me and I will, God willing, see all of you Sunday evening at 6:00. We will gather as friends and family to come together and worship Jesus, the one who gives life to those who become His.

Won't you join us? All are welcome. Come as you are!    Love, Pastor Kent