Bridge Building

Posted On: March 23rd, 2010 By: Donna Astern

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Laura Houck addresses the need to purposefully build bridges with others in the Body of Christ, and draws parallels from the natural realm. Listen.

 
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Time to Rest

Posted On: March 9th, 2010 By: Donna Astern

We live in a time in which “I’m so busy!” is a badge of honor. Many have not understood that the Sabbath, the day of rest, is a gift from God, intended to recharge and refresh us. This teaching underscores the validity of taking time for rest, recreation, and fun as part of a balanced lifestyle.

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Helping Leaders Smile

Posted On: March 3rd, 2010 By: Donna Astern

Praying for our leaders is Scriptural and commendable, but it’s not enough. We can conduct ourselves in such a way as to bring a smile to our leader’s face. Like Aaron and Hur who found a practical way to support both Moses and the Israelite army in time of battle (Ex. 17), there is something each of us can do that will make a real difference. See article here.

Intentional Faith, or How Not to be a Practical Atheist

Posted On: February 22nd, 2010 By: Donna Astern

There are two approaches to life– to live as though God is at work, or as though He were not. Some who profess to believe in God worry and strive as though He were not a factor.

Jesus said, “Have faith in God.” This is a constant, abiding, and growing faith that is accompanied by hope, peace, and love.

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Ministry Night Sat 2/20 in Virginia Beach

Posted On: February 20th, 2010 By: Donna Astern

Join us tonight for teaching and ministry at 7:00.

Location:
6224 Auburn Dr
Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Your Place at the Table

Posted On: February 17th, 2010 By: Donna Astern

There are many who will readily agree that this is true: we are sons of God. Yet, in attitude and practice, we often resemble servants or strangers, rather than sons– not too sure if we really belong there at the table with all the rest. Read here.

Weather Cancellation — Feb 6

Posted On: February 6th, 2010 By: Donna Astern

Due to current weather conditions and the dropping temperatures which may make for hazardous travel, tonight’s service is canceled.

Forged Values

Posted On: February 3rd, 2010 By: Donna Astern

When it comes to ice cream, you may have a personal preference of vanilla over chocolate, but, allergies aside, it really will not make a difference which you choose.

However for the important decisions of life– choosing a church home, a career, a partner–there are reasons why one choice is more personally appealing than another. The reason is personal values, those non-negotiables in life where the line is drawn by us. Values provide the reasons why we do what we do. Continue reading here.

Understanding Apostles and Prophets

Posted On: January 26th, 2010 By: Donna Astern

If we do not understand the nature and function of a thing, we will not know how to get the proper use of it. Likewise, in the Church, we may understand the role and function of the pastor, evangelist, and teacher, but not the apostle or prophet. To avoid confusion and false expectations, a better understanding of these offices is needed.

 
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Ministry Night, Sat, 1/23 in Virginia Beach

Posted On: January 22nd, 2010 By: Donna Astern

Join us for teaching and ministry at 7:00 PM!
Open to all!

Location:
Shekinah Christian Fellowship
928 Commonwealth Pl
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Behind Hardee’s & 7-11 at Level Green and Indian River.