By Brandon Lemons This is the final devotional in the “Church on Mission” series.  It’s an appropriate way to end because “making...

By Brandon Lemons This last Sunday’s sermon focused on the importance of growing in Christ-like character.  God expects that Christians...

By Brandon Lemons In the New Testament’s letter called 1 Peter, the apostle Peter addressed Christians who were experiencing persecution...

By Brandon Lemons In the current sermon series called “Church on Mission,” we are focused on our OUT relationship with the surrounding...

By Brandon Lemons Throughout the “Church on Mission” series, I am writing devotionals to help us reflect on the topics of the sermons. ...

By Brandon Lemons Paul’s first letter to the church in Corinth addressed widespread strife within the church.  There were rivalries and...

By Brandon Lemons This is part two of a series of devotionals that corresponds with the current sermon series, “Church on Mission.”  Last...

By Brandon Lemons On Sunday, we started a series called “Church on Mission,” which unpacks Friedens’ mission of “Making disciples of...

By Brandon Lemons The start of a new year provides a great reminder to re-focus on things that really matter.  This is why people make...

By Brandon Lemons For the first time since April, we are starting a new sermon series. It is called “The Heart of Christmas” and will...

By Brandon Lemons Last Sunday as I was sitting in the class I was leading on “Resolving Everyday Conflict,” I was struck by the idea that...

By Brandon Lemons Back in 2009 when I was interviewing at Friedens Church, the search committee asked what my favorite part of ministry...

By Charissa Toeller By now, hopefully you’ve seen and heard announcements that we’re looking for kids and adults who are interested in...

By Brandon Lemons Going into this year’s Neighborhood Party, I had some trepidation because I knew of numerous people who attended last...

By Brandon Lemons If a person wants to be healthy, a popular step is to “hit the gym” – take a fitness class, lift weights, run on a...

By Brandon Lemons Earlier this week, there was something that encouraged me so much that I want to share it with you. It’s a story about...

By Brandon Lemons Imagine a scenario where you’re talking with someone, and they say something you completely disagree with. Or perhaps...

By Charissa Toeller A month or so ago, I had my music streaming service playing in the background while I was working. It was just some...

By Brandon Lemons In 2010, a new ministry began at Friedens Church to support adoption, orphan care, and foster parenting. This ministry...

By Brandon Lemons The Not a Fan series calls us to be fully-devoted followers of Jesus. This call is in response to Jesus’ words in Luke...