These are our Lord's personal letters to two of His churches, Smyrna and Philadelphia. They both share at least two things in common. See if you note what those are: (Revelation 2:8-11 ESV) (8) "And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write: 'The words of the first and the last, who died and… Continue reading Look for the Church in Catacombs, Caves, and Deserts
Author: Jeff Crippen
I am the pastor of Christ Reformation Church in Tillamook, Oregon, arriving here in 1993. I have been a pastor since 1983 and was a police officer for 12 years before that. My wife and I have been married since 1971. Verla is a medical assistant at a local clinic and in our spare time we like to hunt, fish, and ride our motorcycle.
Weaker Vessels, Strength, and Understanding
(1 Peter 3:7 ESV) Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered. Ok, I am treading on dangerous and easily misunderstood ground here. I remember… Continue reading Weaker Vessels, Strength, and Understanding
