This Sunday Get a haircut, even if you don’t need it Yes, that’s in the Bible. Of course, there’s more to it: respect for the weak, love for your neighbor, sacrifice for others, giving up your rights for the good of others, etc. In a haircut? Read Acts 21:17-26 and see for yourself. Then join fellow…

This Sunday Thy will be done Paul was within a few days of destination—Jerusalem. But old friends, new friends, and trusted brothers and sisters in Christ warned him not to continue: “Something bad will happen to you.” It broke Paul’s heart. But he went anyway. They all relented, “May the Lord’s will be done.” Could…

This Sunday Blest be the ties that bind So goes the old hymn. The author may have been recalling the ties the apostle Paul enjoyed with people everywhere he went. From our study of Acts, we know people opposed Paul wherever he went. But others wept to see him leave. The reason? The Word of…

This Sunday The danger of falling asleep in church The Bible is a funny book. Of course, no book is more serious than the Bible, but read it and you’ll find humor. If you can read Acts 20:7-12 and not smile, someone should check your pulse. Luke includes a touch of physician’s humor when talking…

This Sunday Everything in common On one astounding day, God led 3,000 people to be baptized. What happened next, though, was more than astounding. It was preposterous and scandalous. It was generous and beautiful. It is, to our ears, almost incomprehensible. Most of all? It was Christian. This weekend, let’s gather together and take a…

This Sunday Power and Promise Forty days after his resurrection, Jesus ascended into heaven. However, he left some things behind. Join us for worship this Thursday or Sunday to hear about the power and the promise Jesus left just for you. Highlights Events and ministry news needing immediate attention Growth Groups St. Andrew Growth Groups are…

This Sunday Encouragement The word probably makes you smile. We can never get enough of it, really. Oh, some value the encouragement of a friend more than others, but everyone needs it. The apostle Paul was many things: convert, world traveler, missionary, martyr, but he was also an encourager. In Acts 20:1-6, read about the entourage accompanying…

This Sunday Commitment phobia? “I like to keep my options open. Something better might come along.” Some people are drawn to new and exciting experiences and relationships, and are reluctant to limit their options. It sounds appealing, but it usually leads to shallow or ruined relationships and careers. Embracing Christianity means limiting options for the sake of…

This Sunday Of demons and spirits The last thing any of us wants to be is an expert on demons and spirits. It’s possible to have an unhealthy interest in such realities. On the other hand, none of us wants to be unaware of such things. The apostle Paul frequently refers to demonic spiritual “powers” which…

This Sunday Our roles in God’s plan What helps you to be patient? How about Easter?  You may not have thought of it this way before, but there’s something about the risen Christ that can make us the most patient people in the world. Christ is alive, he’s ruling, and he’s for us. That kind…