The Refuge Church

Mother's Day at The Refuge

This very special day is set apart to honor and celebrate the women that have cared for us, nurtured us, and magnified God’s love in our lives. We invited three women, all in different seasons of life and experience, to share wisdom and perspective. The result was timeless and beautiful.

Old Testament in a Year: Deuteronomy 5-20

Culture holds gravity. It governs the decisions and behaviors of entire societies. God has specifically defined a culture for His people. We have a choice in whether we will be pulled by the gravity of a culture of ‘my best life now’, or centered in the standard God has set for the inhabitants of His kingdom. One leads to compromise and the other abundant life.

Old Testament in a year: Numbers 31-Deuteronomy 4

What we do in the wilderness will impact our legacy. Just because you can’t change the outcome doesn’t mean you’re excused from obedience. Moses repeatedly interceded on behalf of the people of Israel. He remained faithful to his assignment, even when he knew he would not see the dream of crossing into the promised land fulfilled. Faithfulness is proven most when the outcome no longer benefits you. We may not personally reach all of our dreams, but we can help prepare others to reach theirs. Our greatest legacy is not what we build—it’s who we build.

Old Testament in a Year: Numbers 1-6

When God gives us a promise, He also gives us a plan of preparation for receiving all of the potential for that promise. He is a God of order and He requires purity from us, both individually and corporately, so that we can remain in His covering, receive His blessings abundantly, and avoid the traps of our enemy. Not only are His promises perfect, but so is His plan.

God is Bigger Than Our Problems | Peter Paauwe

Much of life has ups and downs, But when we fully commit our lives to God, he will fill us with his peace. It is not by our might or by our power but by His spirit. We should not be easily swayed by our fleeting feelings but should stand firm in Gods character that never changes.