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Short, honest reads from Vaasa City Church — written to encourage, challenge, and help faith feel practical beyond Sunday.
A shepherd's heart
The Bible presents a powerful and comforting image of God as our Shepherd. In Psalm 23, David writes, “The Lord is my shepherd; I lack nothing.” This simple statement carries a deep truth: God is not distant or indifferent. He is present, attentive, and actively caring for our lives.
Standing tall, pt 2
A biblical understanding of self‑worth always begins with Jesus. Not with our achievements, not with our failures, not with our personality or our past, but with the finished work of Christ. Everything God wants us to know about ourselves is rooted in what His Son has already done.
Standing tall, pt 1
A biblical understanding of self‑worth always begins with Jesus. Not with our achievements, not with our failures, not with our personality or our past, but with the finished work of Christ. Everything God wants us to know about ourselves is rooted in what His Son has already done.
Grace makes you work!
Human life oscillates between two very different kinds of days. Some days feel heavy, slow, and unproductive. Other days feel purposeful, energised, and full of clarity. Scripture teaches us that the difference is not simply discipline or personality—it is grace.
Practical ways to grow as a preacher in a grace-filled church
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The power of vulnerability in preaching
A Sunday sermon is not a theology lecture. It’s not a political speech. It’s not a platform for personal opinions. It’s a moment where the whole church — young and old, new believers and mature ones — gathers to hear good news.
Why gospel-centred preaching matters more than ever
A good sermon is like good food. It nourishes, strengthens, and revives the soul. When preaching is filled with the grace of Jesus, it brings life, hope, and freedom. But when preaching becomes performance-based or moralistic, it can unintentionally burden people rather than lift them.
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