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Gospel Presentation at a Funeral Attended Mostly by Non-Christians
Not too long ago, I got the opportunity to present the gospel at a funeral that was mostly attended by non-Christians. Since it was not a “public sermon,” the words that I said that day were not recorded or otherwise made available to the congregation of Good News Church. But, I’ve reproduced the content of that message here.
A Year-End Report for 2021

A Year-End Report for 2021

December 27, 2021
by Mario Villella

Every once and a while, I look backwards and try to summarize what took place during the year at Good News Church. Here are some thoughts on 2021.
What Do You Do With Sadness?

What Do You Do With Sadness?

December 2, 2021
by Doug Davison

Let’s jump right in and start looking at the life of Jesus during one of his saddest, if not the saddest, moments while on the earth. May God help us apply the same strategies that Jesus used.
When Following Jesus Is Dangerous

When Following Jesus Is Dangerous

September 13, 2021
by Mario Villella

I was recently reminded that the mission that Jesus gave us is, at times, dangerous. When Jesus told His disciples to “go into all the world and make disciples of all nations… teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you,” he was telling them to do something that would, in some circumstances, cause them pain and suffering.
Christianity and Science: Part 3

Christianity and Science: Part 3

August 12, 2021
by Mario Villella

In this final installment, I’d like to still make the case for why a more literal reading of Genesis 1 might make good sense. So, reason number two for not rejecting Jesus because of Genesis 1 is: There are good reasons to believe that Genesis 1 is true (in a literal sense.)
StoryTeam: Nancy Hoiaas

StoryTeam: Nancy Hoiaas

August 12, 2021
by Marian Rizzo

People call her “The Butterfly Lady.” Nancy Hoiaas loves to give people hand-crocheted and 3-D plastic butterflies, along with a written message about how much God loves them. “The butterfly is likened to a rebirth in Christ,” says Nancy. “It’s a gift of God’s love.”
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