Article of Faith #6 – The Atonement Date: Sunday, July 11, 2004 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell Experts can’t agree if the following is a true story or if it should be written down next to the tale of George  Washington and the Cherry Tree.  While there is no concrete evidence of its truth, there…

Article of Faith #5 – Sin, Original and Personal Date: Sunday, July 4, 2004 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell Before we begin our study today, I’d like to take a moment of pastoral privilege.  A couple of weeks ago you took some time to recognize some special occasions in my life; my birthday, and our…

Article of Faith #4 – Holy Scripture Date: Sunday, June 27, 2004 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell Today, we come to look at the Article of Faith regarding Holy Scripture.  Scripture has been important throughout human history, as it is the story which reveals God and His interactions with His creation.  Scripture tells us of…

Article of Faith #3 – The Holy Spirit Date: Sunday, June 20, 2004 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell Today, we continue our study on the Articles of Faith of the Church of the Nazarene, helping us to more fully understand the teachings of the Bible in matters of faith and doctrine.  It is my hope…

Article of Faith #2 – Jesus Christ Date: Sunday, June 13, 2004 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell Despite the somewhat bizarre weather we’ve had of late, it appears as though Summer is finally on its way.  Friday was my last day of volunteering in the school lunchroom until next fall, as the Cape  Elizabeth students…

Article of Faith #1 – The Triune God Date: Sunday, June 6, 2004 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell Today, the first Sunday after Pentecost, is known as Trinity Sunday.  Trinity Sunday is a day in the Christian calendar which is set aside for us to reflect upon the Nature of the Triune God—Father, Son, and…