by Andy Wall | Feb 4, 2024 | Articles
Five-hundred years ago, the Protestant Reformers reasserted some central theological principles in response to various abuses that were taking place in the Catholic Church. Principles such as, “You can’t sell salvation to make money.” “We are saved by Christ alone,...
by Andy Wall | Jan 28, 2024 | Articles
“Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.” 1 John 4:7 This weekend, Carrie and I are celebrating our 36th wedding anniversary. (My thanks to Kindy DeLong for facilitating this getaway by preaching in...
by Andy Wall | Jan 21, 2024 | Articles
This week, I invite us to remember a simple yet central part of our Christian faith. We are called to follow in the way of Jesus. To become more and more like him. In thought. In disposition. In behavior. In righteousness. In courage. In love. Especially in love....
by Andy Wall | Jan 14, 2024 | Articles
Over the years, acquaintances have tried to sell me on sure-fire opportunities to make good money. Multi-unit real estate investments. Wildcat oil wells. Sports memorabilia. Cryptocurrency. Non-fungible tokens. But here’s the thing: I’m not a fan of get-rich-quick...
by Andy Wall | Jan 7, 2024 | Articles
In times of fear and uncertainty, we tend to reach for time-tested and well-worn truths that bring us comfort and assurance. I think many of our favorite Bible verses fit this scenario. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” “Cast all your anxiety...
by Andy Wall | Dec 24, 2023 | Articles
Merry Christmas, dear friends! This Advent season, we’ve been meditating on Emily Dickinson’s poem, “Tell all the truth but tell it slant,” as we’ve explored the stories of Isaiah 9 (the people who walked in darkness have seen a great light), Mark 1 (John the...
by Andy Wall | Dec 17, 2023 | Articles
“We have to choose our hard: Relationships are hard, being lonely is hard. Marriage is hard, divorce is hard. Being financially responsible is hard, being broke is hard. Communication is hard, not communicating is hard. Getting an education is hard, living without an...
by Andy Wall | Dec 10, 2023 | Articles
Advent n. 1. a coming into place, view, or being; arrival. 2. the coming of Christ into the world. 3. a season (including four Sundays) before Christmas, commemorative of Christ’s coming. Now that we’re reached the final weeks of 2023, you may find yourself as...
by Andy Wall | Dec 3, 2023 | Articles
Tell all the truth but tell it slant — Success in Circuit lies Too bright for our infirm Delight The Truth’s superb surprise As Lightning to the Children eased With explanation kind The Truth must dazzle gradually Or every man be blind —.” – Emily Dickinson...
by Jack Williamson | Nov 26, 2023 | Articles
It feels like I have spent half my life as a minister for the Conejo Valley Church…that may be because I have. When my family moved to Thousand Oaks, I was 30 years old, Tami was 29, Brendin was not quite 3, Caleb was soon on the way (but we didn’t know it) and Alicia...
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