Author Archives: Wesley Penner
Reflections on shutdown
As you come to [Jesus], the living Stone—rejected by humans but chosen by God and precious to him— you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to … Continue reading
Power and Greatness
The US elections is less than a week away. Before I go into the main topic I do encourage citizens to vote. Historically Mennonites did not vote or participate in government, but Mennonites have generally changed their opinions on voting. … Continue reading
Safe church policy
Attached is the safe church policy for our congregation.
Waking up to see
“To the angel of the church in Sardis write: These are the words of him who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know your deeds; you have a reputation of being alive, but you are … Continue reading
Weighing prophetic words
Now the Berean Jews were of more noble character than those in Thessalonica, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true. As a result, many of … Continue reading
Discerning returning
Lancaster county is now in the green phase and most churches around us are worshiping in their buildings, but we’re not. Church council and Ministry team have met 3 times since June 4 to discern when God wants us to … Continue reading
Treasures in heaven
After Jesus rose from the dead he gave the disciples and the church the great commission. Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples … Continue reading
Looking for signs
“Sir,” the woman said, “I can see that you are a prophet. Our ancestors worshiped on this mountain, but you Jews claim that the place where we must worship is in Jerusalem.” “Woman,” Jesus replied, “believe me, a time is … Continue reading
God is changing things
When Jesus was walking with his disciples toward Jerusalem before Palm Sunday, he shared with them what was about to happen: They were on their way up to Jerusalem, with Jesus leading the way, and the disciples were astonished, while … Continue reading
Psalms for the nations
Ruth Charles has been taking comfort from the Psalms: He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10 (NIV) The pandemic is affecting … Continue reading