What treasure do you have?
This week, as I ponder my sermon, I wonder two things: something you bought that you regret and something you purchased and never...
Parable Of The Weeds
Am I the only person who loves and hates this season? I love the green hills, rushing creeks, and loath weeds growing around my house....
Parable of the Sower
Were you raised in the church? A few years ago, I was at Bret Harte High School speaking to the Christian club, and I asked them if they...
What do you desire?
What things in life do you desire? When I was in high school, I only desired wealth. I dreamt of wealth, fast cars, and fancy houses....
Change, So Much More Than Dollars & Cents
What is it about change that is so hard? As I search my heart, I realize that I can fear change. As I look back and take an inventory of...
The Years Roll By…
This Sunday is the Child/baby dedication service, and as I was communicating with some of the young families and preparing for the service,...
Reaching Out
What keeps you from reaching out and serving at Vine & Branch? Could it be fear? Maybe church hurt? Could it be due to the amount of...
The Master of Subtly
Dear Family, About 20 years ago, we were involved in a marriage group at Foothill Community Church. This group started small, but six weeks...
End Of Year
Dear Vine & Branch Fellowship Family, As we approach the end of another impactful year, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for each of...