Tag Archives: mission

Drinking from the Well

Posted on September 10, 2013 by David Nuottila

I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens … Continue reading →

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Makarios

Posted on March 18, 2013 by David Nuottila

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.  Matthew 5:3 It would be hard to imagine the poor feeling blessed. It is even more difficult to imagine the poor being happy about their condition. The … Continue reading →

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I am a Christain but…

Posted on September 6, 2010 by David Nuottila

“I am a Christian, but I don’t have to go to church to have a relationship with God.”  This is the phrase that all too often changes the course of conversation once people find out that I am a pastor.  … Continue reading →

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Shades of Haiti

Posted on January 15, 2010 by David Nuottila

Years ago, when I was in the navy, I looked forward to visiting different countries and experiencing other cultures.  The first ship I was assigned to, U.S.S. Davis DD937, was just completing an extended overhaul and the crew was preparing … Continue reading →

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The Deserving Ones

Posted on December 1, 2009 by David Nuottila

Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice.  Luke 17:15  NRSV Each year, just as many congregations do, our little church manages to supply plenty of needful families with … Continue reading →

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