Community of Joy

Called to be a Caregiver

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 16:52:08 +0000

In Galatians 4:19, Paul refers to the Galatians as those for whom he is again “in the pains of childbirth.” I don’t know what it feels like to give birth, but I have been on hand for the birth of … Continue reading →

Members of God’s Family

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 16:51:46 +0000

As a boy I remember leafing through a book on the life of President John F. Kennedy and being struck by a picture of the President conducting the affairs of state while young “John-John” hid in the opening under the … Continue reading →

The Greatness of Christ

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:22:35 +0000

On June 16th, with the eyes of the world on South Africa as the scene of the FIFA World Cup Soccer Tournament, the 34th Annual Youth Day was celebrated. On that day in 1976, approximately 15,000 South African youth from … Continue reading →

Guard the Gospel

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:54:38 +0000

Whose approval matters most in your life? For some it’s their parents. For others it’s a spouse or potential spouse. It might be an employer, a coach, or a wealthy benefactor. However, keep in mind that the benefits of this … Continue reading →

Pentecost: What Does This Mean?

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:53:22 +0000

It seems we can handle almost anything in life if we know why it happened, or what it means. For example, undiagnosed physical symptoms are far more difficult to handle than a physical problem for which we can find a … Continue reading →

Extending Grace to Others

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Sun, 09 May 2010 17:05:07 +0000

The story of Nelson Mandela of South Africa inspires me like few others. These are the facts: Born in 1918, Mandela became involved in politics in 1948. He emerged as a key leader in the movement against apartheid, a system … Continue reading →

Confirmation at Community of Joy

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Sun, 02 May 2010 22:15:14 +0000

Confirmation exercises at Community of Joy took place during the worship service on Sunday, May 2nd, with the class of four students receiving certificates of Christian Knowledge, crosses provided by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, and an NIV Student Bible given … Continue reading →

Resolving Conflict

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 22:59:26 +0000

Woodrow Wilson, the 28th president of the United States, who served from 1913-1921 and only reluctantly led the nation into World War I, winning the Nobel Peace prize in 1919, once said these wise words: “If we differ from one … Continue reading →

The Heart of a Leader

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 17:15:48 +0000

Several years ago, Tom Brokaw wrote a book called “The Greatest Generation,” in which he described the achievements of the “builder generation,” those old enough to have fought in World War II, who by their determination, ingenuity, and sacrifice, made … Continue reading →

Escaping Your Wilderness

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 17:04:55 +0000

The Old Testament character, Moses, woke up one day and found himself in a dead-end job. This one-time prince of Egypt was now someone who tended smelly old sheep for a living – and they weren’t even his. He was … Continue reading →

His Amazing Love

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 13:42:11 +0000

The Easter message on April 4th was a recap of an historical fictional drama written and directed by Marissa Eastling, our Director of Children’s Ministry here at Community of Joy, called “A Tale of Two Sinners.” One character was Mary … Continue reading →

Don’t Forget the Cross!

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 17:40:03 +0000

A significant portion of Christendom will move from the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday to the celebration of His resurrection on Easter Sunday, without the benefit of following Jesus to the cross. We must not forget … Continue reading →

Focusing Your Life Vision

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 02:05:55 +0000

The philosopher, Blaise Pascal, spoke of a God-shaped vacuum in every human heart that could only be filled by knowing Christ. The message for Sunday, March 21st is based on Philippians 3:8-14, in which we gain perspective on the Apostle … Continue reading →

What in the World Am I Going to Do in This World?

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 17:10:59 +0000

Ever wonder about major decisions like, “What career or major should I pursue?”, or “If I do, who will I marry?”, or “What college should I go to?”, or “Should I work for a while after high school?”, etc. I’m … Continue reading →

Summer Camps Registration 2010

billy@cojlbc.org (Community of Joy Church) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 22:43:10 +0000

Kinder Camp Ages 2-5 June 15-17 9:30-11:30 a.m. Cost: $10.00 Theme: Lights, Camera, Action Packed fun where Jesus is the Star Join us this summer as we read from the script written by the one who inspired it all. Jesus … Continue reading →