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In addition to the virtuous spiritual clothing that should adorn a Christian’s outward behavior (Col. 3:12-14), the presence of Christ’s peace, Word, and name should be deeply embedded within a Christian’s heart.

Because a Christian has a new identity in Christ, it is important to dress the part, to clothe yourself with the appropriate Christian virtues.

Sin is an embed enemy and a constant threat. It is an enemy within and the Christian must remain ever vigilant and offensively fighting against it.

Perhaps you've heard the saying, "They're so heavenly minded they are of no earthly good." Well, there are reasons why every Christian can and should keep their thoughts heaven bound!

Christians are always in danger of being held captive deceptive religious ideas that do more to hinder one’s spiritual freedom in Christ than enhance it. Paul defends against three: legalism, mysticism, and asceticism.

Why try to add anything to Jesus when his work provides complete spiritual well being?

It is possible for seemingly healthy Christians to be led astray by false teaching. Therefore, those who are wise will accept God's charge to resist and remain focused on Christ.

Those who begin to walk with Christ should continue to walk with Christ, and as a result reap the rewards of a life that is lived in Him.

Christ-centered relationships will produce a burden of love that never goes away and a prayer life that is ready for battle. Paul’s love for the church and his own prayers for its people, serve as a model for what a Christ-centered passion can produce...

Though Jesus was born of a woman and died as a criminal, he is the risen Savior and supreme Lord over everything. Therefore, he deserves to be first in everything; and we can delight in giving him that place in every way.

Spiritual growth is more than church programs, religious activity, and Bible reading plans. It is a progressive centering of Jesus Christ in all areas of life and the production of spiritual fruit in connection to him.

Spiritual growth is more than church programs, religious activity, and Bible reading plans. Rather, it is a progressive centering of Jesus Christ in all areas of life and the production of spiritual fruit in connection to him.

There is no book in the New Testament, including John's Gospel, which presents such a comprehensive picture of the supremacy of Christ.

Under the indwelling influence of sin the tongue has the potential for great destruction. But under the control of the Holy Spirit the tongue has the promise of being used as an instrument in Christ's redeeming hands.

Holiness is what God desires more than anything else for His people. Therefore, a church that desires God desires holiness and is willing to follow God's pattern for discipline and process of restoration.

The church should be committed to giving counsel and guidance that is thoroughly grounded in God's word and unspoiled by the empty philosophies of the world.

Children are a blessing from God, and he calls the church to support parents in their responsibility to bring up their children in the training and instruction of the Lord.

Because of the complexity of marriage issues, the emotions that accompany them, and the consequences for families and society, the church must be equipped with right thinking toward marriage that will lead to right behavior within it.

Our Church is committed to glorifying God by building a "culture of peace" that reflects God's peace and the power of the Gospel of Christ in our lives.

There are many reasons why people may connect to a local church body, but there is only one reason that possesses any lasting value. Only the gospel redeems people back to one god, from one central problem, by one Saviour, through one faith.