Greet One Another
Let’s encourage one another, and especially our visitors, by initiating a greeting and by listening well. ...
Gratitude in Luke's Gospel
Luke's Gospel provides insight into a truly Christian approach to gratitude. ...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Romans 6:4-5
In Christ’s death, we die to our old identity. We are no longer slaves to sin. We are free from any obligation, addiction, and necessity to sin because sin has no reign on us....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Romans 5:6
Instead of abandoning us to eternal death and destruction, God, in His mercy and grace, devised a rescue plan for humanity. At precisely the right time, God the Father sent His Son, Jesus, to die for the ungodly....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Romans 5:3-4
The persecutions, losses, physical pains, and tragedies we face, help us to spiritually grow so we can better serve God and provide an empathetic sense of direction for others as we follow the path God has set before us....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Romans 4:3
This resurrection week, look not to fleeting joys but to be joined to the one who fully satisfies, whose perfect kingdom will have no end and be full of immeasurable riches of grace. ...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Romans 3:26
Neither Jews under the Law of God, nor Gentiles, who see the good character of God in creation, have succeeded in obtaining righteousness because all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God (3:23)....
Marriage Seminar Discussion Guide
The PDF Discussion Guide for the Marriage Seminar is available in this post. ...
Scripture Memory Meditation | Romans 3:10-12
Our Creator does not uncover our wickedness to cruelly shame us, but to give us the truth--there is no hope that we can ever redeem ourselves....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Romans 2:28-29
God’s desire for us is to live full lives, for our hearts and our minds to be so saturated by God’s word, that by the power of the Holy Spirit we may love God fully....
Scripture Memory Meditation | Genesis 50:20
We can rest assured that in God’s divine providence, evil will be overcome, and His goodness will shine forth....
Keep ReadingCancellation Notice | COVID-19
Due to COVID-19 concerns, we will not meet for our regular gatherings this week. We will continue to assess on a week-to-week basis. If you have questions or need assistance, please email elders@clbcmn.org....
Keep ReadingGathering Together Is a Grace
"It is by God’s grace that a congregation is permitted to gather visibly around God’s word and sacrament in this world. Not all Christians partake of this grace."...
Keep ReadingCOVID-19 and CLBC (Update)
- No Bible Classes on Sunday - AM Service at 10:45; doors open at 10:30 - No Communion on Sunday...
Keep ReadingCoronavirus and CLBC
Please know that we are monitoring the situation and will respond accordingly. If you are feeling sick, please stay home. Though we desire that all gather with us, it is an act of love to others in the church and our community at large to self-quarantine if you suspect illness....
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Scripture Memory Meditation | Luke 24:44
Jesus began the fulfillment of the messianic mission prophesied about in the Hebrew Bible. He invites us to join in that mission as we await his return. ...
Keep ReadingScripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 119:10-11
If we are to find true delight in God as we should we must treasure the word of God above all and seek to obey God who gives commandments for our good and His glory....
Keep ReadingScripture Memory Meditation | Romans 1:20
God reveals through the gospel and creation that he is powerful and that he deserves to be worshipped. ...
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