Challenge Central: a CBC devotional By: Laurie Korstanje Have you ever woken up in the night and then not been able to go back to sleep? I think the younger you are, the more likely you’d answer, “Are you kidding? I could sleep till noon every day.” It seems more likely to happen to older […]
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Church Politics or Family Talking?
Challenge Central: a CBC devotional By: Pastor Lars Janssen “I don’t like church politics.” Over the years, I’ve heard some people in our church family make this statement. I think I understand the sentiment behind the statement. It’s something like, “I don’t like the disagreements that occur in church life and leadership.” It’s very understandable […]
Be Honest With Me in 2023
Challenge Central: a CBC devotional By: Pastor Jeremy Heikkinen A couple of weeks ago, in my sermon, I shared the phrase that came out of a conversation with my wife Jessi, “Be honest with me in 2023”. When I got home that Sunday, Jessi encouraged me to clarify what I meant by that. It was […]
What Does It Mean to Worship This Christmas?
This Christmas season, when so many diversions and activities invade our worship, it is good to remind our hearts about the nature of true worship.
Where Is The Joy This Season?
Challenge Central: a CBC devotional By: Shannon Green If you know me, you know how much I enjoy the Christmas season. My friends often mock me for how early I get my tree and decorations up in my home. I love to enjoy the warm glow of the tree lights and hear Christmas songs for […]