During this time of year, it may be easy to forget that the bigger purpose behind Bethlehem was Calvary. But the purpose of the manger was realized in the horrors of the cross. The purpose of his birth was his death. Or to put it more personally: Christmas is necessary because I am a sinner. The… Read More »
God Moments
God Moments. Whether we take time to recognize them or not, we all have them. Can you remember when your last God Moment happened? If you are not sure what I’m writing about, it’s those precious times when God just shows. As you know, I love movies. Especially the old ones. One of my many… Read More »
It’s time for an old-fashioned tent revival!
Have you ever heard the Bible stories of miracles and changed lives and wondered why those things don’t happen now? At Rosedale, we believe that God is still powerful and can move in our lives and our community when we honestly turn to Him. If you’re ready for real revival in your life, join us… Read More »
What do you REALLY pray for?
What do you REALLY pray for? Not just a passive prayer, but what have you fervently prayed for over an extended period of time? We are all familiar with Jesus’ words in the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 7:7-8 “Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and… Read More »
Did you wave the lamp?
Did you wave the lamp? Dwight L. Moody used to tell the story of the terrible train crash outside of the small town in the Colorado Rockies. It seems that the railroad trestle at the bottom of a long grade had washed away in a storm. One night, the railroad company telegraphed the station manager… Read More »
Do you remember the lyrics from old television shows?
Do you remember the lyrics from old television shows? Some of them seem to stay in our minds even years after the show has been taken off the air. Do you remember any of these? “Just sit right back and you’ll hear a tale. A tale of a fateful ship…” … Read More »
Welcome!
Maybe you’ve been to church and haven’t been back in a while. Maybe you used to go to church but had a bad experience. Maybe you attended a church, and didn’t feel welcome. Maybe you’ve never been to church and wonder what it’s really all about. At Rosedale, we aren’t a fancy church. We’re a… Read More »
