Encouraging Scripture for Hard Times
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Letters from the Cove
Welcome to the blog! Here you'll find church news, resources, Bible study material, our monthly letters from Pastor William from our newsletter, and more! Feel free to take a look around and share a post or two with a friend!
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Find comfort and inspiration in the Bible's powerful narratives of resilience & faith, through these encouraging scriptures for hard times.
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- Jun 26
- 3 min
Anchored By THE Light: Standing Firm in Christ
Learning Steadfastness From a Coastal Beacon of Light
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- May 30
- 7 min
5 Ways to Invite Someone to Church
Learn more about 5 practical ways to confidently invite someone to church!
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- May 29
- 3 min
Embracing Rest While Not Falling Into Idle Idol-ness
Read about finding the balance between rest and avoiding idleness. Embrace leisure without falling into the trap of sloth and idolatry.
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- Oct 18, 2023
- 2 min
Setting Sail: Finding Peace and Rest in Stillness
Join our pastor's voyage at sea, reflecting on the importance of rest and trust in God's plan. Find serenity and inspiration in his journey.
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- Oct 18, 2023
- 2 min
Words of Kindness and Their Impact on Ministry
Read about how kind words can help spur one another on to good works, & encourage each other within the church and outside the church walls.
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- Oct 18, 2023
- 2 min
Steadfast & Abounding: Our Charge for the Changing Times
Pastor William's August 2023 Newsletter Note on Change There is this interesting little spot on the coast of North Carolina that I hope...
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- Jul 2, 2023
- 3 min
Finding Strength in Community: Enduring the Heat Together
What can riding an old church bus in the blazing summer heat on a road trip teach us about a sense of community?
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- May 31, 2023
- 3 min
God's Grace: Loving Us Even Though We're a Mixed Bag
Find out what Pastor William's dog, Belle, and we as God's children have in common.
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- Sep 12, 2022
- 5 min
10 Reasons to Serve in the Church Nursery
Why You Should Consider Serving in the Church Nursery At Starnes Cove Baptist, we believe that serving in the church nursery is a...
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- Sep 12, 2022
- 7 min
Plan Your Visit to Starnes Cove Baptist
Start Here Have you been searching for a church to call home, and a place to belong? We are so glad you found us, and we would love to...
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