Posts by Jeffrey Love
Sharing Your Faith Leads to Joy
As we journey through life, it’s easy to feel like joy is hard to come by. But what if I told you that the message of faith you hold dear could be the key to unlocking profound and unending joy? This post is for faithful followers of Jesus everywhere, reminding us that sharing our faith is a responsibility and a path to living true joy and intimacy with God. The…
Ignite Your Life with Barry Meguiar
When life seems like a winding road, sometimes all we need is a little guidance and inspiration to keep us on track. This is what our Ignite Your Life weekend sermon series is all about. This February 10th and 11th, we are extremely privileged to have Barry Meguiar, the renowned personality behind Meguiar’s Car Wax and Car Crazy, joining us for a weekend of…
Transforming Lives: The Power of One Voice and Our Christmas Offering
I cannot express enough how much I love being a part of Alive Church. I am profoundly grateful and honored to serve as your pastor every day. The sense of community here is fantastic, and your unwavering commitment to our mission strengthens my faith and inspires me. It is not simply about being…
Bridging the Generational Gap: Merry Mania at Alive Church
Merry Mania, our much-anticipated annual event, is right around the corner, happening this very Weekend. It’s an extraordinary time for all members of Alive Church— a pivotal multigenerational experience that brings together the young and the old, uniting us in faith, joy, and celebration.…
The Biblical Perspective on Thanksgiving: Serving God and Others
Thanksgiving holds a special place in my heart. It’s more than just a holiday filled with delicious food; it’s a beautiful reminder to pause and express gratitude for the blessings in our lives, no matter how big or small. The aroma of warm pumpkin pie, the sight of golden turkey, and…
The True Meaning of Christmas: Worship and Generosity at Alive Church
The True Essence of Christmas As the holiday season approaches, we are often bombarded with advertisements and messages about sales, presents, and material possessions. It’s easy to get caught up in the commercialization of Christmas and lose sight of its true meaning. But at Alive Church, we…
Weathering Life’s Storms
How to Cultivate and Practice Compassion in Difficult Times Life’s storms can leave us feeling uncertain and scared. But the account of Matthew 14 shows us that there is hope and compassion even in the midst of chaos. Jesus reaching out His hand during the storm is a powerful symbol of His unwavering compassion. This simple action teaches us about the power and…
Compassion in Action
The Heart of Jesus and How to Show Compassion to Those Who Are Vulnerable Jesus’ Compassion Jesus is often referred to as the embodiment of love and compassion. Throughout the New Testament, we see countless instances of Jesus showing compassion toward those vulnerable, marginalized, and needy. His love and empathy knew no boundaries – he extended it to all,…
The Power of Compassion: Exploring Jesus’ Teachings in Matthew 9:35-38
Often, when we observe the world around us, it’s easy to slip into a mindset of judgment and critique, especially towards those who seem lost or astray from God’s Kingdom. It’s a daily tension – the inclination to assess and categorize based on our human perspectives rather…
Compassion Through Action: Living the Teachings of Jesus
In the book of Luke, Jesus gives us a profound teaching: “You must be compassionate, just as your Father is compassionate.” (Luke 6:36). Compassion is more than a simple feeling of sympathy; it is an active, powerful force that drives us to aid those in need, to alleviate suffering, and…
Answers to Balancing Work and Life
As we approach Labor Day weekend, it’s an ideal time to shift our focus toward the reason for this holiday – our labor. Work, in its many forms, is a blessing. It’s a fundamental aspect of our existence, a God-given mandate that shapes our lives and facilitates our personal growth and societal contribution. Through work, we discover our passions,…
From Ashes to Hope: A Faith-Inspired Approach to the Maui Fires
In the face of the tragedy of the wildfires in Hawaii, we can’t help but wonder why God allows such devastation to occur. This is a natural response, a desire to find understanding in the chaos and make sense of the senseless. And we often think that if we could comprehend a reason and…
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