The Word From Waterbury

“Behold, I go forward, but He is not there, and backward, but I cannot perceive Him; When he works on the left hand, I cannot behold Him; When He turns to the right, I cannot see Him.” (Job 23:8-9) Where is God in the tough times of life? It’s an age-old question. Job was sitting… Read more: Fullness in God’s Presence Even in the Tough Times

When we make the commitment to have a disciplined spirit, we are laying a foundation to be more faithful and fruitful in God’s will, ways, and work. So many see success in any endeavor as a matter of one’s abilities, skills, and talents. Indeed, competence is basic to accomplishment. But self-discipline is essential to achieving… Read more: The Faithfulness and Fruitfulness of Self-Discipline  

God has a purpose for our lives when we are baptized into Jesus Christ. Paulreminds the Ephesians of this truth: “For we are His workmanship, created inChrist Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we shouldwalk in them.” (Ephesians 2:10). This is the truth that Paul instructed Titus topreach about the life and… Read more: Praying for God’s Work in Guatemala 

What does it take to be faithful and fruitful in God’s work even in a foreign land?  Paul spoke about it: “And so I have made it my aim to preach the gospel, not where Christ was named, lest I would build on another man’s foundation.” (Romans 15:20. At Waterbury, our sister Candie Martikainen has… Read more: An Outstanding Mindset of Serving God in a Foreign Land 

In every local congregation of the body of Christ, there is a brother or sister being faithful in God’s good work. At times, the work that is being done is clearly vital and very public – it’s the nature of the work being carried out for God. But some labor is not always on public… Read more: Faithfulness Always Captures God’s Attention 

In Paul’s letter to Titus, he emphasizes the work ethic that should exist in God’s Church. Paul writes about work several times in this brief letter. Here’s one of those references: “Who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from every lawless deed and purify for Himself His own special people, zealous for… Read more: The Good Work of Young Adults in God’s Church

“Behold, I set before you today a blessing and a curse.” (Deuteronomy 11:26)   This is the shortest, most clarifying message of Deuteronomy: Moses speaks to a new generation of God’s people about two very different pathways for them to decide –  the obedient path leading to God’s abundant blessings or the path of disobedience… Read more: Allowing Deuteronomy to Speak with Clarity for A New Season  

The first five books of the Bible, Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy, provide a rich and rewarding revelation of Divine truth. Each book offers unique instruction and insight. But never forget: these five books were written by Moses and received by ancient Israel as a five-volume set commonly known as the Pentateuch or the… Read more: Deuteronomy: God’s Way to Transition from Waiting to Manifestation: 

 For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways, saith the Lord. One of our daily struggles is to keep our minds aligned with God’s mind. It’s easy to assume that our thinking is God-centered. But we must be intentionally conscious, in the moment, to ask ourselves this question: Is my… Read more: Striving To Keep Our Minds Aligned with God’s Mind

“Now the Lord called Moses, and spoke to him from the Tabernacle of meeting, saying, “Speak to the children of Israel…” (Leviticus 1:1).   The original title assigned to this third book of the Bible was “Matters of the Levites.” In Leviticus, God gives clear commands to Moses concerning the roles and responsibilities of Aaron… Read more: Our Church Accepting the Challenge of Leviticus   

“Now the Lord called Moses, and spoke to him from the Tabernacle of meeting, saying, “Speak to the children of Israel…” (Leviticus 1:1).   The original title assigned to this third book of the Bible was “Matters of the Levites.” In Leviticus, God gives clear commands to Moses concerning the roles and responsibilities of Aaron… Read more: Our Church Accepting the Challenge of Leviticus   

For I am the Lord who brings you up out of the land of Egypt, to be your God. You shall therefore be holy, for I am holy” (Leviticus 11:45). In Leviticus, “A holy God explains how to worship Him.” This is a major focus of Leviticus. God’s covenant people, Israel, are called to get… Read more: Key Insights from the Book of Leviticus

Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19) We commonly call it the “Great Commission.” It’s not a mere church program that we get to choose whether to accept or reject. The Lord Jesus Christ,… Read more: Kingdom Kids and Young Disciples: Our Great Commission Work

The book of Exodus is a major focal point in the Old Testament’s storyline, as it highlights the beginning of the national life of Israel – God’s covenant people. It records the history of the covenant God set forth before His people through Moses at Mt Sinai. The name of the book means “the going… Read more: Exodus: God’s Faithfulness and Deliverance

      Two words define and declare our basic understanding of Exodus: faithfulness and deliverance. Both words must be viewed from God’s perspective. God demonstrates His faithfulness to Israel, and God executes His deliverance of Israel from Egyptian bondage. Remembering the covenant promise God made to Abraham (Genesis 12 and 15), God proves Himself… Read more: Exodus: God displays His Faithfulness and Deliverance