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A Reflection on Black History Month
In recent weeks at IBC, we’ve been discussing the importance of wrestling with our own personal past—our life story—to better understand our present and God’s intentions for our future. This is a vitally important part of our ongoing spiritual growth and development. God has made us who we are through the formative experiences and relationships of our lives: though our heritage, our heroes, our high points, and our hard times.
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Faith & Belief
A Pentecost Primer
Pentecost Sunday is a celebration of the birth of the Church, made up of people from many different nations the world over.
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Hope-Shaped Creatures
Presbyterian minister and author Timothy Keller has written, “Human beings are hope-shaped creatures. The way you live now is completely controlled by what you believe about your future.”
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The Best Seat in the House
I love getting good seats — courstide, ringside, box seats, on the glass. When you have good seats the action seems faster, the music sounds better, the actors’ faces are more expressive. And you can stretch your legs.
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On the Shores of the Galilee
I’ve just returned from my fourth expedition to “The Land”, God’s land, Israel. And once again, my answer to the inevitable question “What was your favorite place to visit?” is The Galilee.
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You Are Not Enough
Did you know you aren’t enough? I know, that’s a harsh way to start off your Wednesday, but, it’s true, you aren’t enough. I am not enough. We are not enough. But, there is some good news.
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The Body of Christ
If you’ve been around IBC for more than about two minutes, you’ve probably heard that our mission is (say it with me now) to grow in Christ, connect in community and join the mission!