Pastor Bruce Porter at Butte Creek Baptist Ch.

04/03/2026

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Pierced for you and me—then the promised Messiah borrows a tomb for the weekend and changes eternity when He blows the door off.

03/03/2026

History rhymes:

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02/23/2026

What does Indiana Jones,’ The “Last Crusade,” have to do with Obadiah? https://www.facebook.com/share/v/14Z35vk3d3t/?mibextid=wwXIfr

02/16/2026

Amos’ concerns over worker exploitation, corrupt courts and commercial fraud sounds like it could have been written this year.

02/16/2026

Amos’ concerns about worker exploitation, corrupt courts, and commercial fraud sound like it was written this year.

01/31/2026

Biblical Balance: Accept the immigrant, penalize the lawless. Both conservative and liberal commentators often spew vitriol which poisons relationships. Maybe turn off that style TV, read the Bible and listen to some calming music IMO.

01/26/2026

Twin Cities, MN Church Protest and Legal Developments

In mid-January, a worship service at Cities Church in the Twin Cities area was disrupted by a group of activists protesting U.S. immigration enforcement. During the service, demonstrators entered the sanctuary, interrupted the sermon, and confronted the pastor, alleging concerns related to immigration policy and leadership roles outside the church.

Local law enforcement removed several protesters, and federal authorities later sought arrest warrants connected to the incident. The situation drew national attention after a federal magistrate judge initially declined to approve certain warrants, prompting the U.S. Department of Justice to file an emergency request with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. Court filings reveal an unusual procedural dispute over how and when federal charges should proceed, rather than a final judgment on guilt or innocence.

Church leaders stated that the disruption was deeply distressing to congregants and emphasized the importance of protecting the sanctity of worship gatherings. They also indicated they were reviewing legal options while urging calm and prayerful reflection.

The case remains in the courts, and no final outcomes have yet been determined. Faith leaders across the region have used the moment to reaffirm commitments to peaceful dialogue, religious liberty, and respect for both the rule of law and the church’s role as a place of worship. Copied

01/17/2026

Bible Study from The Antarctic:

01/17/2026

Interesting Bible study onboard Sapphire Princess in The Antarctic this morning included two Jehovah’s Witnesses from Australia and one Anglican from the UK. Here’s what happened:

01/17/2026

Interesting Bible study onboard Sapphire Princess in The Antarctic this morning included two Jehovah’s Witnesses from Australia and one Anglican from the UK. Here’s what happened:

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