Faith Community Church

Faith Community Church Visit us: 29 Carver Road in Plymouth. Join us for worship every Saturday @ 4:30 pm and Sunday @ 9 & 10:30 am. We are a Christ centered, Biblical church.

We believe in the power of the Holy Spirit to transform lives. We strive to live by our Core Values:
“Loving Christ, Growing Relationships, Reshaping Lives”!

Encouraging Words: The issue with rosy retrospectionRead Ecclesiastes 7:1-13 (NLT)Thought for the Day: Do I trust God wi...
09/07/2026

Encouraging Words: The issue with rosy retrospection

Read Ecclesiastes 7:1-13 (NLT)
Thought for the Day: Do I trust God with my future?

Have you ever found yourself longing for the good old days? Psychologists call this rosy retrospection—the tendency to see the past as far more positive than the present. When we do this, we often remember only select moments, favoring the good while sometimes even embellishing memories that never actually happened. But if we stop and think clearly, we realize that the good old days were just as imperfect as today. We naturally prefer to recall the positive because it comforts us, making it easier to believe that “everything was great” rather than acknowledging the complexities of life.

In Ecclesiastes, the Preacher invites us to look forward instead of engaging in rosy retrospection. He keeps it simple: “Don’t long for ‘the good old days.’ This is not wise.” Rather than trying to relive the past, he urges us to pursue wisdom and trust God in the present. While there’s nothing wrong with occasional nostalgia, we are called to be forward-looking people.

Let’s be careful not to fixate on our former days. Though we can’t bring back the past, we can live today with integrity and trust in God’s plan. When we catch ourselves longing for something from the rearview mirror, let’s remember: God has important things for us today. And beyond that, He has prepared a future that far surpasses any nostalgic recollections.

In Christ,
Pastor David

Why do we love our church? Here, ordinary lives get to be part of God’s extraordinary - something far greater than ourse...
09/06/2026

Why do we love our church? Here, ordinary lives get to be part of God’s extraordinary - something far greater than ourselves.

Encouraging Words: Following ThroughRead 1 Samuel 1:19-28 (NLT)Thought for the Day: Is following through a normative par...
09/04/2026

Encouraging Words: Following Through

Read 1 Samuel 1:19-28 (NLT)
Thought for the Day: Is following through a normative part of my life?

In the pre-king days of the Old Testament, a young woman named Hannah found herself in a state of desperation. So, she pleaded with God, asking Him to allow her to become a mother. If He would grant her request, she said, “If you will look upon my sorrow and answer my prayer and give me a son, then I will give him back to You. He will be yours for his entire lifetime.” (1:11)

Amazingly, God heard her prayer and gave Hannah what she asked for. Within the next year, she was pregnant. Soon, the child was born… And now it was time for Hannah to make a choice: Would she follow through on her promise? Or would she try to find a way out? The Old Testament Law (see Leviticus 5:4) did offer her a possible path. She could call the promise she made a “foolish vow” and work with the priest to bring forward an appropriate “sin offering”. As a result, she’d keep her son and have the best of both worlds… right?

Instead, Hannah followed through. She laid aside her reservations, half measures, or hopes for a way out. Instead, she fully embraced her decision and trusted God with the rest. What about you? Is following through normal in your life? Or do you often find yourself making declarations and picking up the pieces later?

Let’s live as Hannah did: If I give my word, I will follow through and keep it!

In Christ,
Pastor David

Encouraging Words: When I feel stuck, where should I turn?Read 1 Samuel 1:9-18 (NLT)Thought for the Day: We can all coun...
09/03/2026

Encouraging Words: When I feel stuck, where should I turn?

Read 1 Samuel 1:9-18 (NLT)
Thought for the Day: We can all count on the church!

In the pre-king days of the Old Testament, a young woman named Hannah found herself in a difficult place. Despite having a strong personal faith, she felt both stuck and misunderstood. While she lived in a culture that placed an extremely high value on having a large number of children, Hannah was unable to have any. Even worse, she lived in a family structure where she was continually reminded of this. Rather than the people around her rallying to her side and supporting her, she was pestered and teased. Pretty soon, she was trapped in a cycle where she was “reduced to tears and would not even eat.” For Hannah, things seemed pretty bleak… and she had no idea God would ultimately make her the mother of Samuel, Israel’s final Judge.

Fortunately, Hannah’s story did not end with tears and isolation. Hannah did not isolate at home as she felt stuck and directionless. Instead, she went to the entrance of the Tabernacle (essentially, this was her church) to pray. To be clear, Hannah did not put on fancy makeup, pretending like everything was OK. Instead, she arrived as an emotional mess: tears and all. And because she was so honest and vulnerable, she was able to find a path forward. After meeting with the priest Eli, Hannah was encouraged to “Go in peace! May the God of Israel grant the request you have asked of Him.”

What about us? At times when life seems to make no sense, do we find ourselves isolating and feeling stuck? Let’s learn the lesson of Hannah: even in her darkest hour, she was willing to show up at church to pray and ask for help. No matter how messed up or confusing life feels today, we can always reach out to other Christians for support. We don’t need to feel like we have all the answers or wear our Sunday best. Rather, the Church is the place we can turn to at all times, even when we feel like a total mess!

In Christ,
Pastor David

Encouraging Words: Saying goodbye to “gotcha”Read Matthew 5:2-12 (NLT)Thought for the Day: Mercy makes a huge difference...
09/02/2026

Encouraging Words: Saying goodbye to “gotcha”

Read Matthew 5:2-12 (NLT)
Thought for the Day: Mercy makes a huge difference!

In the ancient story “Androcles and the Lion”, a Roman slave found himself on the run and in the forest. Miles in, he stumbled, hit a rock, and fainted. When Androcles awoke, he heard the sound of a menacing creature. Fearing certain death, he was shocked to see that this menacing sound was actually the pained whimper of a lion. Upon closer examination, Androcles saw that the lion’s paw was impaled by the blade of a trap. Pitying the lion, Androcles removed the blade and allowed the creature to go free. Some time later, Androcles was identified as a runaway and captured by the authorities. As was the custom of the day, he was sentenced to death in the Coliseum and carried off to Rome.

On the day he was to be executed, Androcles found himself thrown into the sands of the Coliseum, unable to think or hear because of the deafening crowd. Suddenly, he looked and saw a dark iron gate open. The crowd grew silent, and Androcles heard the menacing roar of a lion. Fearing that his life was over, Androcles gulped and closed his eyes. However, instead of being torn apart by the lion’s jaws, Androcles found himself covered in saliva. The lion licked his face and then lay quietly at Androcles’ feet. The crowd was stunned, but Androcles realized that he was reunited with his old friend from the forest!

Too often, we mistakenly think we will be happy by lording power over others and creating “gotcha” moments. We won’t be. Instead, Jesus instructs us to live mercifully. He stressed the importance of mercy. While we may be in positions of power today, we never know when we will rely on the kindness of others!

In Christ,
Pastor David

Encouraging Words: Finding time to be stillRead Psalm 46 (NLT)Thought for the Day: Today, I will find time to be still!S...
09/01/2026

Encouraging Words: Finding time to be still

Read Psalm 46 (NLT)
Thought for the Day: Today, I will find time to be still!

Several years ago, I first participated in a Tech Shabbat. Also known as a “Day of Unplugging”, I first learned about this over a decade ago. Essentially, a Tech Shabbat is a modern play on the Biblical notion of the Sabbath and is a 24+ hour period without any screens. I first tried this on Thanksgiving Day 2018 and was shocked at how peaceful I felt three hours in. Rather than waiting in nervous anticipation of a phone buzzing in my pocket, I felt an unexpected sense of stillness. Then, after a full twelve hours, I had completely forgotten that I even owned a smartphone. It was amazing!

Despite having no smartphones in the Ancient World, the Psalmist similarly had to manage a busy schedule and was bombarded by stress and distractions. In a moment of clarity, he observed that “The nations are in chaos, and their kingdoms crumble!”

BUT - the Psalmist had also learned the importance of rest as proclaimed in God’s words: “Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.” Let’s not miss the power of these two words: “Be still.” God is greater than whatever makes us restless.

How much happier would we all be if we periodically set aside screen-free time and intentionally chose to be still? Try it today. Rather than even starting with a full Day of Unplugging, see if you can take some time to power off screens and be still…

In Christ,
Pastor David

Encouraging Words: Jesus says I’m His friend!Read John 15:12-15 (NLT)Thought for the Day: Jesus calls me FRIEND!It would...
08/31/2026

Encouraging Words: Jesus says I’m His friend!

Read John 15:12-15 (NLT)
Thought for the Day: Jesus calls me FRIEND!

It would be an oversimplification to say that Joseph Scriven lived a tragic life. After college, he fell in love with a young woman and was eager to spend his life with her. Tragically, his fiancée fell from a horse and drowned the day before their wedding. Searching for meaning, he traveled from Ireland to Canada and began tutoring local children. In Port Hope, he met his second fiancée before she fell ill and died of pneumonia. For the rest of his life, Scriven preached the Gospel, tutored children, and helped those in need.

Despite the tragedies he faced, Scriven lived his life knowing that he had one constant: Jesus was his friend. When his mother became ill back home in Ireland, he wrote for her what has become one of the most beloved hymns:

“What a Friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear! What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer! O what peace we often forfeit, o what needless pain we bear, all because we do not carry everything to God in prayer!”

Jesus made it clear. We are His friends. As He told His disciples, “Now you are my friends”. Let’s commit to following Him no matter the trials, temptations, or tragedies we face. As we get ready for the Fall season, let’s pause to take time and reflect on the gift of friendship we have been given by Jesus!

In Christ,
Pastor David

Summer is ending, but we’re glad to see all that God is beginning here at Faith Community.
08/30/2026

Summer is ending, but we’re glad to see all that God is beginning here at Faith Community.

Encouraging Words: The gift of mentorsRead Proverbs 1:8 (NLT)Thought for the Day: Today, I will take a moment to honor m...
08/28/2026

Encouraging Words: The gift of mentors

Read Proverbs 1:8 (NLT)
Thought for the Day: Today, I will take a moment to honor my mentors.

Recent years have allowed me to reflect on many of my high school experiences. In those formative years, I was involved in five different theatre productions. Whether my role was leading or supporting, I quickly learned that I could do one simple thing in order to earn the respect of my director… Whenever she gave ‘notes’ (corrections and/or specific instructions) after a rehearsal, it was important for me not to argue but instead simply accept them. After all, I had a limited perspective - I could only see what was going on on the stage in front of me. My director had both an outside perspective as well as training and experience.

As we consider what it means to honor our parents, we can remember some of the wise words found in Proverbs: “My child, listen when your father corrects you. Don’t neglect your mother’s instruction.” While it isn’t helpful to ONLY receive correction and instruction, learning from the perspective of others can be an incredible source of growth for us. I have often said that my greatest superpower is my ability to find and learn from positive mentors. This is true for each of us.

Are we continually open to the gentle correction and instruction of the mentor figures in our lives? Whether we are 3 or 93, we can always be open to learning and growing. Today, let’s be thankful for the perspective of others and be especially open to the wisdom of the Christians in our lives. After all, Christian mentors are an incredible gift from God!

In Christ,
Pastor David

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