Category Archives: My Growth

The Birth of Jesus and the Rebirth of the Believer

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Frazer UMC

If you have attended church for any length of time, you probably know that at Christmas we celebrate more than just decorations, food, presents, family gatherings and football; we celebrate the birth of Jesus! However, God desires for us to do … Continue reading →

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11 Times To Be “Extra” Thankful

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Frazer UMC

When asking for a miracle: “He took the seven loaves and the fish; and giving thanks, He broke them and started giving them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people.” Matthew 15:36 When taking communion: “And when He had … Continue reading →

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Prayer: The Engine of Transformation

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Frazer UMC

Nothing of value gets done in the Christian life without prayer. Prayer is indispensable for genuine transformation. Without time in prayer, all of our planning, preparation, energy and work are merely human effort and will not produce true, lasting, inward … Continue reading →

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Who Gets Transformation?

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Frazer UMC

Our theme throughout this year has been transformation: how does God wants to change us from the inside out, into a “new creation in Christ Jesus.” One of our first challenges in that journey is that all too often, we … Continue reading →

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Hidden Miracles

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Frazer UMC

Jewish rabbis have speculated that the name of God is intentionally not mentioned in the book of Esther to demonstrate how God “hides” himself in the every day course of human events. Sometimes He chooses to act in overt miracles, … Continue reading →

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