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Colossians 1:3-6 I bring greetings to our Northern California/Nevada sisters and brothers on behalf of the 726 new Disciples congregations that have been started since 2001. These new churches have reached out to more than 45,000 new persons for Christ over … Continued

JOHN 21:4-5 It was a disappointing night for a group of professional fishermen—they were empty -handed. Don’t you hate it when that happens? But in the midst of their frustration Jesus presented a new proposition: “Cast the net to the right … Continued

ROMANS 12:9-13 Upon receiving the request to write this devotional there were a series of thoughts that ran through my head: the first being that I would be willing to do it, the next was remembering whether or not I knew … Continued

MARK 10:13-14 When Bob and I originally started attending FCC Redding we were like the people in the parable. We were looking for a place to bring Bob’s boys, Ellis and Evan so their hearts and minds could be touched by … Continued

1 PETER 3:14b-16a The wonderful Disciples congregation I served in northwest Indiana was in the shadow of an enormous congregation well known for its evangelistic efforts. They would hit the streets of Hammond, East Chicago, and even the South Side of … Continued

MATTHEW 18:20 “And when two or three of you are together because of me, you can be sure that I’ll be there.” Matthew 18: 20 (the Message) Have you ever thought of actively trying to meet new people just because you want to … Continued

JOHN 17:17-21 Reflecting on how I am a “dynamic ‘evangel’ who shares the good news of God’s transforming love”, I immediately thought of a favorite CGC campfire song, Pass It On. And after googling the lyrics, reading them through a few times, … Continued

1 PETER 4:7-11 When I moved from parish pastor to Director of Church Relations at Chapman, I thought my evangelism work was ending . I couldn’t have been more wrong. I have learned that evangelism is a partnership between a community, a seeking heart, … Continued

JOHN 4:19-24 Many Christians look at Sunday as the one day of the week to gather and worship the Divine. We come together to sing, pray, and share in the celebration of communion. Some come out of obligation or to look for … Continued

ISAIAH   52:1-7 I have loved this passage as long as I remember. Why? Because if God has a way to make my ugly feet beautiful, that’s a God I can believe in and worship and serve! Let’s be honest, most … Continued