“Iron sharpens iron”. A familiar proverb for many. Within the context of growing in faith, how do we do this? What do we ask both ourselves and one another? As we conclude the 7 Markers series, we explore how these 7 markers can continue to propel us forward individually and as a church family. sermon:… Read More »7 Markers – Recap (August 24, 2025)
The psalmist in Psalm 78:1-8 calls us to listen, remember, and teach, so that the upcoming generation and their children might set their hope in God and not forget His works. This is more than a call to preserve tradition; it is a personal invitation to invest in the lives of those coming after us.… Read More »Investing Into the Upcoming (August 3, 2025)
The Apostle Paul (in 2 Corinthians 9:6–10) reminds us of this powerful truth: our God is a generous giver. God’s generosity is not meant to stop with us; it is meant to flow through us. When we give generously, we become part of a divine cycle where His blessings and generosity multiply. Let us open… Read More »Exponential Growth / Giving (July 27, 2025)
The gospel message is not just for those within the church family. It was always meant to be shared with those outside the walls of the building. While we may have reservations, we each have different opportunities to be the “light to the world”. sermon: To Be Seen and Heard (Matthew 5:14-16) with Rev. Alvin… Read More »To Be Seen and Heard (July 20, 2025)
“Every person is a piece of the puzzle; without even one, the picture is incomplete.” The same is true for the church, both God’s kingdom and within our local church. In our passage today, Peter expounds and challenges us to consider our place in this family. sermon: For One Another (1 Peter 4:10) with Rev.… Read More »For One Another (June 29, 2025)
Mimico Baptist is a community of Christ with Christ as the centre of it. It is in this community that we deepen our trust in the hope he founded. And it is this hope that moves us towards the day he returns. sermon: Loop of Encouragement (Hebrews 10:19-25) with Rev. Alvin Lau
“To influence or to be influenced. That is the question.” Maybe that’s not what Shakespeare said. Perhaps a more accurate proverb is this: To influence, to be influenced, both happen always. As we consider this second marker of a Christian, let’s explore what influences the Psalmist. sermon: #influencer (Psalm 1:1-2) with Rev. Alvin Lau
What defines a Christian? At its core, it is someone who follows Jesus unconditionally. There are certain markers that help us discern what our walk with Jesus looks like. In this series, we’ll explore a list of seven key markers—not exhaustive, but meaningful—that can help us assess our personal growth in faith and encourage one… Read More »Beginning with the First (June 1, 2025)