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What does the New Testament teach about giving?

Here are some of the main points the New Testament teaches followers of Jesus about giving: The New Testament teaches that giving should be done generously, sacrificially, joyfully, and directed towards those in need, especially those who belong to the … Continue reading

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Tough-Minded Or Tender-Hearted Leadership?

Jesus is arguably the most successful leader of all times. In only three and half years, He gathered a small group of followers together and changed the world. Today, Jesus has billions of followers who are doing His work in … Continue reading

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Cole Ministry Support

Dear Friends This November marks the first anniversary of ministry with our children, Ryan & Stephanie Iverson, at Love City Church. They recently moved into a new facility where they have experienced excellent growth and increased stability. It has been … Continue reading

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Keys To Living A Blessed Life

Our Bible Study group recently watched ‘The Blessed Life’ video series by Robert Morris from Gateway Church. Pastor Morris talks about the blessing of being a generous and giving person. Here are some of my take-a-ways from his teaching. Being blessed … Continue reading

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What I Learned From Working With A Billionaire

When I was a teenager, I played saxophone and clarinet in an old-fashioned church orchestra. This rag-tag group was at my home church, Glad Tidings, in Vancouver, Canada. A local millionaire (later he became a billionaire and one of  Canada’s richest … Continue reading

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In Praise Of The Leaders Of My Youth

Recently, as I was sitting in church, I was reminded of my first pastor. The pastor that influenced my life more than any other. I was born in Vancouver, Canada and Reg Layzell was the pastor of our church, Glad Tidings. … Continue reading

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