When Faith Triumphs

Pastor Colin Smith

 

"Now I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the Lord in your mouth is truth." 1 Kings 17:24

 

The boy was raised from the dead.  The woman received back her son, and at the end of the story, she says these words of faith to Elijah.

 

If you're a Christian today, then it's true you've begun the journey of faith.  It's also true that your faith is being tested.  And one day you will stand in the presence of Jesus and say, "Now I know."  That's the point of the resurrection.  Faith will be turned to sight.  Every question will be answered, and every tear will be wiped away. 

Baptism and Children: Is it Time to Get Wet?

by Caroline Bergeron

Family ministry specialist Caroline Bergeron 

gives her take on how, why, and 

when a child should be baptized.

What is baptism? 

The practice of baptism didn’t start with the prophet John. It was a common practice in the first century for religious teachers to baptize their followers. By agreeing to be baptized, the follower expressed his commitment to learn, practice and pass on the teachings of his master. The act of immersion in water was a public declaration that one was taking his relationship to the next level: from simply being a follower to becoming a dedicated student, or disciple, of a religious master.