Greater Portland, one big topic that I have noticed in Paul’s letters to the churches and to new Christians is transformation. And who better to preach about transformation than Paul? He was one of the biggest persecutors of Christians, and at the end of his life he was himself persecuted...
You are here for a specific purpose.God placed you in this exact moment of history. Your life is not random, and it’s not mainly about you. It is about advancing the Kingdom of God.Your life and story are a unique fingerprint and key to share about the Kingdom. The highs and lows...
It seems like all families or groups create traditions that become identifying structures to make the group unique. Some traditions are for a short time and then they fade away. Other traditions are worth keeping and effort is made to continue the tradition. Greater Portland has a rich tradition...
I have been a member of GPBC for almost 40 years with so many experiences that have grown my faith over the years. One, in particular stands out to me. Twenty-seven years ago, in 1999, I had a profoundly life-changing experience. GPBC was planning a mission trip to Mexico and needed a cook...
We're almost halfway through 2026 — and it's moving fast. Like any good game, this is the moment the coach calls the team in, takes stock of the first half, and makes adjustments before heading back out. The second half hasn't been played yet. There's still more to be played.For those of...
Do you find yourself paralyzed at times as to what your next step in a situation should be? Do you try to understand what to do about the situation but feel overwhelmed? My husband Doug and I have been followers of Jesus since 1970, and we have had many situations where...
There is something startling about the first time Scripture tells us people are filled with the Spirit. It is not a king. Not a prophet standing before crowds. Not a priest in the inner courts. It is artisans. In the unfolding story of Exodus, the God who had made Himself known in fire...
My wife and I own some property in the rugged wilderness of the Fremont-Winema National Forest. When I say rugged, I mean Lewis and Clark would have struggled trying to get there. On this last trip, I explored the best options for reaching our land from the north. GPS took me down some perilous...
When I first moved to the Portland area over two years ago, I knew I wanted to belong to a Bible-believing church with a warm and welcoming congregation. I’ve been blessed to be part of some amazing church communities over the years, and I’m so happy that God led me to GPBC...
Ever since my preteen years, I’ve struggled with a certain amount of anxiety. At times it takes the form of perfectionism. At other times like claustrophobia, restlessness, or feeling overwhelmed by internal and external chaos.A few times over the course of my adult life, it has looked...