• Marriage in the Old Testament: A Practical Perspective (Intro to Marriage Part 2)

    Back in December 2024, we commenced an article series on marriage, exploring its origins, development, and the Christian perspective on this sacred institution. We concluded that one of the most vital elements of a healthy Christian marriage is to ground it in scripture. As we continue our exploration of marriage within the framework of scripture,

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  • Response to A Sermon Series by Bethel Lutheran Church on Marginalized Groups

    I received a call on Oct 20th 2024 from a parishioner at our church who had received some sermon scripts as part of a sermon series from another church that troubled her. She asked me if I would look over the transcripts and provide a rebuttal to the sermons, wanting to know if the preacher

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  • Understanding the Five-Fold Ministry in the Church – Part One – Introduction

    We are starting a new series this month on the blog called the Five-Fold Ministry Series which will focus on a comprehensive explanation of the Five-Fold Ministry gifts, beginning with this first article serving as an introduction, then each subsequent article providing a detailed description and application of each of the gifts, and then a

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  • Reflections on My Prayer Retreat at Twin Rocks Friends Camp

    This summer I embarked on an enlightening prayer retreat at Twin Rocks Friends Camp on the Oregon Coast, and I thought I would share with you some highlights from the trip. This personal, self-guided retreat was a much-needed opportunity to reconnect with God and engage in deep contemplation, silence, and the beauty of nature after

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  • Book Review: Already Gone by Ken Ham, Why Our Kids Our Leaving the Church

    From the start, Ham argues that many young people aren’t just leaving the church during their college years; they’re often stepping away much earlier. Why? He believes one key reason is the disconnect they feel between their scientific education and their understanding of biblical truths. Ham stresses that many kids and teens in the church

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  • An HBC Family Adventure to the TobyMac, MercyMe, and Zach Williams Concert!

    Hey folks! Back at the end of November, the Veach and Busenitz families struck out on an incredible opportunity to attend the TobyMac, MercyMe, and Zach Williams concert, and, while I was very skeptical when we set out, it was truly a fascinating trip for me and a seemingly unforgettable experience for the kids who

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  • Book Review – Secrets of the Koran: Bridging Faith and Culture Through Dialogue

    Don Richardson, a prominent missionary known for his extensive outreach to the Sawi tribe in South Papua, Indonesia during the 1970s, has dedicated his life to fostering interfaith dialogue as a “minister-at-large” for World Team since 1977. His latest endeavor involves an insightful exploration of the Islamic holy text, the Koran, which he analyzes to

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  • An Introduction to Marriage from a Christian Perspective

    Marriage, a sacred institution deeply embedded in Christian theology, originates from the biblical narrative. Christian doctrine holds that marriage is not merely a social contract but a divinely instituted covenant reflecting God’s relationship with humanity. This article explores the origins, development, and purposes of marriage within a Christian context and provides scriptural support to illustrate

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  • The Importance of Sunday School at Harbor Baptist Church


    Sunday School has been a cornerstone of Harbor Baptist Church nearly since its founding and for over two centuries for American Christianity. It serves as a vital educational tool for many congregations still to this day as its origins can be traced back to the late 18th century, with the first official Sunday School established

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  • Sunday Sermon October 20, 2024

    “Following the Lord’s Leading” (Acts 8:25-40)

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