Understanding Islam

Understanding Islam

Pastor McShaffrey taught an apologetics class entitled “Understanding Islam” during our Family Instruction Hour in the winter of 2011-12. Study guides are available below: 1. Father Abraham – Exploring the shared historical and genealogical roots of...
Word Study – Tetelestai

Word Study – Tetelestai

According to John’s gospel, the last words of Jesus were “It is finished!” That phrase is actually one word in the original Greek: tetelestai. The root of this word is “teleo” which means “to complete” or “bring to an end” and while the word may be unfamiliar to us,...
Celebrating Jesus’ Birth – Without His Picture

Celebrating Jesus’ Birth – Without His Picture

During the final weeks of every year, visual images of our Lord Jesus Christ seem to be everywhere. From Christmas cards to commercial advertisements, it is nearly impossible to avoid seeing a barrage of pictures of Jesus in the manger during the holiday season. Of...