by Derek Fekkes | Dec 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
In the sermon text yesterday (Genesis 28:10-22), God appears to Jacob in a dream. When Jacob wakes up, he realizes that this was no ordinary dream, and responds with, “Surely, the LORD is in this place, and I did not know it.” And then we are told, “And he was afraid...
by Derek Fekkes | Nov 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
In my conversations and meetings with people recently, I have been struck by how prevalent suffering is among our body. Many have gone through, or are currently going through, deep and painful suffering, either as the result of their own sin, others sin against them,...
by Derek Fekkes | Aug 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
With the end of summer break and the start of school and fall activities, as a church we also jump back into some of our regular rhythms. I just wanted to take a minute and highlight what that looks like this fall. As always, Sunday gatherings are the most vital part...
by Derek Fekkes | Jul 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote a blog titled “What does Christian maturity look like?” that described the goal we ought to be aiming for as Christians. And I said that it has to do with growing “in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” (2 Pet....
by Derek Fekkes | Jun 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
When you go on a hike, it helps to know your destination: are you hiking to an alpine lake, to a waterfall, to a viewpoint? This not only provides motivation to keep going, but also lets you know what to be looking for as you get closer. If you are ascending elevation...
by Derek Fekkes | May 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
I wanted to flesh out a concept I mentioned at our member meeting Sunday, and which I think is very important. That is the need to distinguish between more significant and less significant doctrines. Of course, all truth and all statements about God are important. But...
