by Barry Howard | Apr 9, 2003 | Opinion
This year as you approach Holy Week, try meditating on the whole story of Jesus’ passion. Take time to listen to the voices of the crowd. Hear again the words of Jesus and ponder his days in Jerusalem. Other Gospel writers tell us that as Jesus and his disciples...
by Barry Howard | Mar 27, 2003 | Opinion
To deal proactively with the harsh reality of war, we should say our prayers, support our troops, exercise our freedom and stand firm in our faith. Although there are diverse voices and convictions around the world, and especially within the community of faith,...
by Barry Howard | Feb 27, 2003 | Opinion
During an interim season, the current staff will have additional “interim” assignments, and quite often an interim minister will join the ministry team and help guide the church through the transitional season. Most of the church’s ministries can...
by Barry Howard | Feb 21, 2003 | Opinion
The Revelation is one of the most relevant books in the Bible, especially if it is received as a book of encouragement or a book of worship. That’s right! Encouragement and worship. Those seem to be the overarching themes of the book when it is considered in its...
by Barry Howard | Feb 17, 2003 | Opinion
How long has it been since you read the prophets? In the Old Testament, the prophets are considered the covenant spokespeople of God. Often, the prophets are misunderstood to be “foretellers” who predict what will happen and when. Actually the prophets are...
