Higgins Lake Baptist Church Kevin A. Pierpont 11-9-03 In his book, The Purpose Driven Church, Rick Warren makes a very simple yet profound statement. He says this; “People are not looking for a friendly church as much as they are looking for friends.” 1
Encouragement
A week ago today Carolyn, the children and I and were on our way to beautiful Lake Ann Camp for the annual conference of the Michigan Association of Regular Baptist Churches. We all traveled to the Traverse City area for the conference last Monday and then little Kevin (who’s not so little any more), Taylor […]
Know, Preach, Teach the Word – 1 Timothy 4:13-16
In our home right now Zachary is discovering that he can repeat just about anything he hears. He’s learning how to speak and form words for himself. He’s two going on three. He doesn’t come up with too much original thought but he sure repeats well.
Be An Example To The Believers – 1 Timothy 4:7-12
How many of us have been watching the World Series this week? It boggles the mind to see what a pitcher can do with a baseball. Plus, to see what some of these athletes can do. Many of those guys are quite strong, agile and have great speed. They work out and train their bodies […]
What is fellowship?
Good afternoon friends. We had a wonderful day of services here at Higgins Lake Baptist Church yesterday. The worship in both services, morning and evening, was moving. Carolyn and I and the children also had a precious day, like many we’ve had since we arrived here in February that was a huge encouragement.
Teach the Truth – 1 Timothy 4:1-6
John MacArthur tells of a “pastor of a very well-known Bible church, one that taught the Word of God. Today he is a denier of the deity of Jesus Christ. He is a professor at USC, one who does everything he can to turn young people away from Christianity. He also falls into the category […]
Wandering Aimlessly
This past week was absolutely gorgeous here at Higgins Lake. The colors here in the north are still brilliant. We had a wonderful week of pleasantly warm weather though this week is supposed to be a bit cooler. I don’t remember ever seeing a better display of color than I have in the last few […]
The Church of the Living God – 1 Timothy 3:13-16
13 For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a good standing and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus. 14 These things I write to you, though I hope to come to you shortly; 15 but if I am delayed, I write so that you may know […]