The Foundation of Faith

May 8, 2016 | by Pastor Keith | series: (All)

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May 8, 2016. How do we pass on the faith to our children? On this Ascension Sunday and Mothers Day, Pastor Keith reflects on how, just as the early church was based in Jerusalem before it went out into the world, our children’s faith begins at home. Discussions around the dinner table, friends from church who share common experiences, church music, and Sunday School teachers are all important factors in children’s learning the basics of living out the faith, demonstrating to children in concrete ways the love of God.

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