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How the Gospel Affects Grocery Store Tantrums

Ever had a child give a wild meltdown in the middle of Bill’s Groceries? Do you remember the feelings of frustration, embarrassment, and exasperation? In the middle of your anger and your child’s tantrum, what does the Gospel of Jesus … Continue reading

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Do You Share A “Boring” Testimony?

Do you know how to speak to others about God’s grace in your life in such a way that it draws them in? 1 Peter 3 tells us to “set apart Christ as Lord in your hearts” so that we … Continue reading

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Missions Fest 2013

Join us on September 29 to worship the Lord of the Nations who is saving a people from every tribe, tongue and nation! This year we will be joined by Brent Howland from International Messengers to learn about what the … Continue reading

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Picking Up the Old Hymns Once Again

Not too long ago we ran resources on songs and hymns. A commenter pointed out that one of the links is not working, so here is the article republished for you! Enjoy! Why Young People Are Returning To Old Hymn … Continue reading

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Giving Up the NFL to Follow Christ

Chris Norman was ranked as high as third best linebacker in the country. The NFL was the next step in his future. But all that changed, because of the glory of Christ. Does Chris’s decision shock you? Would you be … Continue reading

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Worship: Focusing on Christ, Not Musical Preference

Christianity Today interviewed theologian, author, pastor, and former Covenant Seminary president Bryan Chapell about one of his recent books, Christ-Centered Worship. Dr. Chapell helps point us away from our personal preferences, and ask for God’s preference of glorifying Jesus to … Continue reading

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Pray for Our Summer Youth Mission Trip!

Tomorrow morning at 5:45 a.m., our young people and leaders will close up the vans and start their drive to West Virginia. What an opportunity! What a challenge! Our Zion team will be working to serve young and old, the … Continue reading

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Athens VBS 2013 Begins!

Come join us tonight! VBS Fellowship Meal begins at 5:30, and the activities kick off at 6! Come join us!

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Happy Mother’s Day… Happy Daughter’s Day!

Elyse Fitzpatrick is an author, speaker, counselor, and writer as a wife, mother, grandmother… all as a child of God! A frequent speaker at women’s conferences, she has been married for over thirty years and has three adult children and … Continue reading

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Why the Boston bombing, God? Why Gosnell, God? Why?

Not long ago, we learned that Kermit Gosnell had been killing babies in the third trimester and even after they were delivered, for decades. Just this week, we watched as bombs ripped through an unsuspecting crowd in downtown Boston. They’re … Continue reading

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