Thoughts from the Edges

Tag: christmas

  • WHAT CHRISTMAS CHANGED – Following Jesus as a expectant Shepherd from the Edges.

    What CHRISTMAS CHANGED – Pastor Calvin Cook – December 26, 2025 Taking some time to realize, pray about and receive what the birth of Jesus changed. All through the Advent and into the Christmas season, there has become a realization for me what has to change. Not just in our own lives, but in the…

  • Returning to …….

    Returning to Bethlehem Pastor Calvin Cook December 24, 2025 Scripture reference – Luke 2:3–7 (NLT) “All returned to their own ancestral towns to register for this census…” Joseph had a reason to return to his ancestral home, it wasn’t because he wanted to, he had to. The Gospel of Luke tells us that because Joseph…

  • CALLED ! Are you answering?

    Called by God Pastor Calvin Cook December 19, 2025 Scripture: “But the angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God.’” – Luke 1:30 “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife…” – Matthew 1:20 There is something sacred and humbling about…

  • Is God still Speaking? Are We still Listening?

    IS GOD SPEAKING? Pastor Calvin Cook December 18, 2025 Is God still speaking to us personally? Are we hearing what God is saying? Are we following God’s direction? I believe with all my heart that God is still speaking. Recently, as I’ve walked with people going through some heavy and painful days, I’ve found myself…