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Hello.  I hope you're doing well.  I'm so glad you found us.  This is an online blog ministry from First Baptist Church in Cedar Vale, KS.   You'll find written resources from Pastor Caleb Gordon and other Christian leaders and Bible teachers.   We pray this encourages you on your Christian faith journey.  

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You Can't Love Christ and Ignore His Church

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  I’m fascinated by how many people think and act as if being actively committed to their church is a burden. One thing I’ve also noticed is that most people are savvy enough not to openly admit they’re uninterested in their church. In fact, many would say they’re committed. But here’s a simple test to evaluate whether you're genuinely committed to your local body—the church: How many times a month are you involved in services, events, or the general life of your church? Now, I understand that church attendance is not a requirement for salvation, but it is  a barometer of your commitment to the things of Christ. Most civic or cultural organizations require consistent involvement—often multiple times a month—just to be considered a member. So why is it that many Christians treat church like an afterthought—something we do only if we have time left over? That mindset is completely upside-down from what Scripture teaches. Statistically, about 20% of the people in the church do 80...
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Nothing is Too Hard for the Lord

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The Reality of Sin and the Call to Restoration

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