Something Sweeter!
Mar19

Something Sweeter!

Like most children, our kiddos love stuffing their mouths with Easter candy. They gleefully dive into chocolate bunnies, jelly beans, Peeps, and more. Of course, we have to put a limit on the delightful confections, otherwise we’ll be racking up bills at the dental office. Even though we love our dentist, twice a year is enough!
But God’s Word reminds us . . .

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You Are Loved.
Feb19

You Are Loved.

Nothing compares to the sweetness of God’s loving presence. In this age, as we await Christ’s return, we experience God’s presence directly and powerfully through His people. Yes, through you!  

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Our 3-PHASE Regathering Plan
May15

Our 3-PHASE Regathering Plan

Each morning, I arise with thankfulness to the Lord for the opportunity to serve alongside you. The family God has united at Mayfair holds a rare combination of grace, generosity, and get-r-done enthusiasm.
I’ve felt the deep heartbeat and warm love of the Mayfair family over the past eight weeks in ways beyond comparison. I know I’m not the only one who has witnessed this outpouring of the church alive even when we’re apart

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Beloved, Don’t Dismiss the Experts
Apr20

Beloved, Don’t Dismiss the Experts

Deeply loved friends and family:  
Don’t dismiss the experts, the experienced, and the trade-specific professionals.
Think of it this way…

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Our Church and COVID-19
Mar12

Our Church and COVID-19

As of last night, twelve confirmed cases of COVID-19 (a coronavirus) are reported in Michigan. While these small numbers may seem to pose little threat to us, national and international data points toward a growing, long-term risk of infection.

The elderly and medically fragile are especially among those for whom we must all exercise great caution. After much prayer, research, discussion with medical professionals, and consultation with other area pastors, the following represents our goals and action steps for this coming weekend of mission conference sessions and worship services. However, this is a fluid situation. We will provide updates as necessary. . . .

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The Church Must Die
Feb08

The Church Must Die

During our recent journey through the Gospel of Mark, God has gripped my heart with a vision of truth and a clarity that I can’t shake.
Our church needs to die.
We could even say the Church – every Jesus-following, gospel-breathing, Bible-proclaiming ekklesia – must die.
Our pastors need to die.
Our elders need to die.
Our deacons need to die.
All the members need to die.
For as long as we’re clutching onto our lives, we’ll never live. Read on…. .

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