When I participated in a Christian singing group a few years ago, the choir director was more than a musically gifted leader. He often encouraged us with his pastor’s heart as well. On multiple occasions, he told us that part of belonging to this group of Christians with the mission to share the gospel through song was the requirement that we must be compelled by God to do it.
Compelled. Not just able, but…
Read MoreIt’s easy to get so caught up in what we want God to do for us that we forget what He’s already done. At LTCC, there’s certainly been lots of talk lately about our vision for the future, a future that I’m as thrilled about as anyone. Today, however, I invite you to look back and remember all that God has done for you, for His people, and for…
Read MoreI still remember when my world revolved around a guitar. I was obsessed. Christmas came around and I had a big box with my name on it, but it was very square shaped. No way was a guitar in there. I was crushed. As I went to half-heartedly open my present, my mom jumped up and….
Read MoreWe are and have been in the perfect environment for healthy growth and the opportunity for bearing spiritual fruit within our LTCC family. God has us right where he wants us; abiding in him as we…
Read MoreI recall the exact spot in my childhood home. My brother, sister, and I would take turns putting our ankles firmly against the wall, looking straight ahead, and fighting the temptation to stand on our “Tippy-Toes”. We would wait with anticipation as our mom…
Read MoreWith the aid of the Holy Spirit they could be “Power tools!” But the purpose for these tools is to help us as a church family to be witnesses to each other and to this lost World. If witness means one who dies for his faith, then we need to ask the question: “Can we….
Read MoreExcitement as we reflected on how God has used our transition period to grow us as a church body and what lies ahead as our Pastoral Search Team gets underway. There was a sense of wonder as we contemplated…
Read MoreWe are all sons and daughters of God, the ultimate Father. Praise God for the earthly father figures He has put in our lives and…
Read MoreYou are a testament of the strength in Christ’s love found in a church family. The unity and the love for each other, the preaching and teaching of God’s word, the desire for intentional discipleship, the participation in church events and the…
Read MoreI trust that God will lead each of us to share ideas that will allow our body to be unified and…
Read MoreSimilar to Jesus’s words in Matthew 11. I just have to stop and reflect on the grace extended to this body. The Elder Team has increased from 2 to 8. We continue to gain new members. The preaching has remained strong through all that has transpired. Classes within the body…
Read More…All of these moments caused me to reflect upon the steadfast love and faithfulness of God, His faithfulness and wisdom raising my own children, His grace in new seasons, and His blessing of a godly mother who consistently pointed me toward my Savior.…
Read MoreAnd let us be encouraged by them to continue the mission of…
Read MoreLast Sunday Bob reminded us in our kickoff of 1st Timothy that Lake Tapps Community Church is Jesus’ church not…
Read MoreWhen I say ”Benevolence” what comes to mind? Webster says it means the desire to do good to others; or to act with kindness toward others as with a charitable gift. Another word for charitable is…
Read MoreAt our Member’s Meeting after church on Sunday, we announced the results of the affirmation vote for our five Elder candidates…
Read MoreWhy are we spending so much time on our bylaws? I have asked myself this question over the last couple of months. More specifically I have asked, “is it wrong for…
Read MoreYou showed up this past weekend. You invited friends and family to come and hear about Jesus. You likely engaged in conversation with someone you didn’t know. You loved each other well, like you always do.
On Good Friday, you heard….
Read MoreIn the movie “Remember the Titans,” one player asks another: “What kind of power do we have?” If you ask believers, the answer is “Resurrection Power!” We at LTCC are…
Read MoreSpring is officially here! This is a season many of us are reminded of what we love so much about the Pacific Northwest. Lush green forests, abundant wildlife, colorful blossoms, beautiful waterfalls and baseball season, of course
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