Category Archives: persecution

Why God Is Gracious To Spare Us From Revival

Posted on July 20, 2015 by Pastor Foley

Persecution leads to revival–that’s the common dictum. Government cracks down on church; church deepens its commitment and spiritual maturity; church grows, leaving government gnashing its teeth. But what if the reverse is true? What if revival actually leads to persecution, … Continue reading →

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Why Loving Your Enemy And Loving Your Spouse Are More Similar Than You May Think

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Pastor Foley

At first blush marriage hardly seems like preparation for Christian persecution except as a matter of jest. The disciplines required to kneel in holy witness before an ISIS executioner on a sandy beach hardly seem related to the disciplines required … Continue reading →

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The Persecuted Church Teaches Us The Apostle’s Creed Is Not Dry and Outdated

Posted on June 22, 2015 by tdillmuth

Post by Pastor Tim – While talking to one of our discipleship partners recently, he was surprised to find that we regularly use the Apostle’s Creed and/or the Nicene Creed when we disciple new Christians.  He was more familiar with … Continue reading →

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