Big Idea:  God’s will is clearly discerned as we foster the connection between our personal lives and His Providential and Moral Will.  God’s will and God’s Word are inseparably connected. Scripture Memory: Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV) 5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways acknowledge him, and...

It was absolutely COLD last night and this morning!  I think it was 12 to 14 degrees Fahrenheit this morning when I got out.  That is stinkin’ cold.  It may be cold outside, but it is oh…….so warm in The Grove right now!  I know people could get tired of me saying this but it is so true.  One of the leaders in our church called me the other day...

When facing tough times financially here are a couple of tips: Tip #1 You must distinguish between WANTS and NEEDS. Tip #2 Here is a general order of priority for expenses.  (Thanks to Joseph Sangl) Food and Medicine (groceries-offbrand/generics) Housing and Utilities (loan, insurance, taxes, utilities) Transportation (loan, insurance, taxes, gasoline) Secured...

My wife Jill and I begin tonight leading a Community Group of several couples all expecting children at the same time.  The title of the group is “Shepherding a Child’s Heart” based on the book by Tedd Tripp.  I need to be honest.  I feel totally unqualified for leading this group, although I want to impart some solid Biblical Leadership for...

I have truly enjoyed reading Larry Osborne’s book titled Sticky Church.  The book details the importance of healthy small groups in helping people STICK in church. We are about to begin a new semester of groups at Church at the Grove.  Based on Osborne’s thoughts on group leaders, here is what we are looking for in Community Group Leaders: What we...