We are bound together by the faith in Jesus Christ that we share. We are family defined by our love for and loyalty to the Triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We receive peace and hope, which changes, inspires, and encourages us to be faithful. What are the essentials of faith? How do we […]
Jesus calls the Holy Spirit an “advocate” who helps us to understand the truth and brings peace to our hearts. The Spirit’s presence isn’t just personal for each of us; it’s the power we tap into as a community of faith seeking to change the world. How do we trust in the Spirit’s presence and […]
Jesus prays that unity among believers will reach others with his love. Unity is essential if we want to fulfill our mission to make disciples for the transformation of the world, but it starts with the recognition of the love shared between God the Father and Jesus the Son. How do our nurturing human relationships […]
Lake Harbor’s children led today’s service. It was based on Mark 10: 13-16 and the story of David and Goliath (1 Samuel 17). We were blessed to have children’s author, Glenys Nellist, as our special guest. To learn more about the service, visit her blog at http://www.glenysnellist.com/.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to plan summer worship! Click below to read our ideas and see some resources for “Starting Over and Digging Deeper.” Brainstorming Summary Summer 2016 Promo Video: It’s Not What You Think Video: Why I Hate Religion, but Love Jesus Poem: Why I Hate Religion, but Love Jesus The […]
Telling stories is an important way to activate our brains and to unleash creativity. The disciples had a story to tell when Jesus came to them and proclaimed peace. They thought he was a ghost, but he was alive. Jesus’ presence with us can be startling at first, and the peace he offers can be […]
The experience of Cleopas and his friend is amazing! Their hearts are burdened with the news of Jesus’ death. Then they experience their hearts “strangely warmed” as they talk about Jesus with a stranger they meet. Then they share a meal with this stranger and recognize Jesus. After that, their hearts are bursting to share […]
Kim Bos’ message, based on John 21: 1-19, is the second in the series, “Hidden in Plain Sight.” The three things Jesus offers Peter are the same three things Christ gives us: blessings, opportunities to serve, and redemption. If you would like to hear her message, contact the church at 231-798-2181 or lakeharbor@aol.com. Watch “Jesus […]
This is the first of four messages in the new series, “Hidden in Plain Sight.” We’ll see that the truth and joy of resurrection are confirmed as the disciples see Jesus again and believe. Jesus meets them where they are and guides them in next steps. Beyond seeing him and believing, he speaks to them […]
The reality and possibility of resurrections doesn’t hit right away. There’s some silence, disbelief, confusion, and questions that come before the full understanding that death isn’t the final word. After focusing on the daily realities of temptation, doubt, fear, and anger, and after thinking about our devotion to and hope in Jesus, we experience joy […]