Author:  SIs Joy Greer "Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6 Devotional:Parents, the introduction of your children to God falls squarely on your shoulders.  Proverbs 22:6 encourages us to "train up a child" in God's ways, promising that this foundation will serve them well in their adult years. Parenting does not end when they tur...  Read More

Author:  Sis. Joy Greer "Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace." - Ephesians 4:3 Devotional:Family is a cornerstone of the church. Whether we are blood relatives or brothers and sisters in Christ, we are a family of believers. Ephesians 4:3 calls us to make every effort to keep unity through the bond of peace. When a family is unified, it is strong and is able to withst...  Read More

"And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you. And ye shall eat in plenty, and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord your God, that hath dealt wondrously with you: and my people shall never be ashamed. And ye shall know that I am in the midst of Israel, and that I am the Lord yo...  Read More

Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God." -  Romans 12:2Devotional:"Discovering and embracing God's will is arguably one of the most challenging yet fulfilling aspects of the Christian walk. Romans 12:2 offers ...  Read More

Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing." -  John 15:5Devotional:"The call to serve is inseparable from the Christian experience, but service without spiritual fruitfulness can be empty and frustrating. The key to fruitful service is ...  Read More

Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength." -  Isaiah 40:29Devotional:"Life often has a way of draining our strength, leaving us feeling weak and powerless. Whether it's physical exhaustion, emotional fatigue, or spiritual dryness, we all have moments when we feel drained. Isaiah 40:29 offers ...  Read More

Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it." 1 Corinthians 10:13Devotional:"Temptation is a struggle that is as old as humanity itself. We all f...  Read More

Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ." Ephesians 4:15Devotional:"Growth is an inherent part of the human experience. We grow physically, intellectually, and emotionally. But the most crucial growth is our spiritual maturation in Christ. Ephesians 4:15 invites us to "grow up...  Read More

Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." Proverbs 3:5-6Devotional:"We often find ourselves at the crossroads of life, where we must make choices that shape our future. In such moments, our understanding often proves insufficient,...  Read More

Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him." - Hebrews 11:6Devotional:"The vitality of our relationship with God is intrinsically linked to the state of our faith. It's faith that enables us to draw near to God, to trus...  Read More

Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, LORD, will I seek." - Psalm 27:8Devotional:The world around us is filled with distractions that often lead us away from the essence of a spiritual life—seeking God's face. Seeking God's face is not just about asking for His blessings but truly desiring to know Him i...  Read More

Author:  Elder Derrick D. Rodgers, Dean of Christian Education "Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me." - Psalm 51:10Devotional:The journey of personal petitions begins with repentance and humility. Humbling ourselves before the Almighty gives us the perspective to see ourselves as we truly are—sinners in need of a Savior. The need for a "clean heart" isn't a mere s...  Read More