I have been reading a lot of Brennan Manning lately and have been challenged greatly with the humility of Christ and how that relates in my life as his follower. Being a pastor and being challenged to lead people has only made this exert, from his book, become more real with how I should relate to everyone.

“To be alive is to be broken. And to be broken is to stand in need of grace. Honesty keeps us in touch with our neediness and the truth that we are saved sinners. There is a beautiful transparency to honest disciples who never wear a false face and do not pretend to be anything but who they are.
When a man or woman is truly honest (not just working at it) it is virtually impossible to insult them personally. There is nothing there to insult. Those who were truly ready for the kingdom were just such people (The prostitute, the Good Thief, and the Good Samaritan who chose to model Christianity instead of wearing his halo to tight). Their inner poverty of spirit and rigorous honesty had set them free. They were people who had nothing to be proud of.”

Joining a small group provides everyone with the opportunity to experience the love of Jesus. A small group provides a safe, encouraging, and honest environment, in which people can learn and grow in their personal walk with Jesus. Each person who joins a small group is loved and has a group of people who will walk through life with him/her. I hope you will consider being a part of our Small Group Ministry. We look forward to walking through life with you.

Brad