Aurora Pastorealis

On today's episode we discuss the impact certain books or authors have had on our lives, spiritually, or just in general. There are plenty of great books and authors that we have enjoyed and that have opened our minds to new ideas in our walk with God. So sit down, take a listen, and then perhaps reflect on the books that have shaped your life!

In today's episode, we discuss living our lives, with 'the Day' in mind. Paul challenges the Corinthians to be mindful that in our lives we are building on the foundation of Jesus Christ. But whatever we do in life, one day we will stand before the Lord and give an account of our life and what we have done 'will be revealed by fire.' 

We've all probably heard of pastors who have fallen or failed and these things are tragic and heartbreaking for so many people. Our hope is built on the secure foundation of Jesus Christ, men and women will always fail, God never does. 

There are many things worth knowing and there are many things that are not worth our time. Pursuing the Wisdom of God is a worthy task. 

The gospel message is foolishness to the world, but the power of God to those who are saved.  The gospel can certainly seem or appear foolish or weak, the central message is Jesus the Son of God crucified...how is that power or wisdom?  But Paul reminds the Corinthians that what many may see as foolish, God has chosen to make the gospel the power of God. 

Early in 1 Corinthians, Paul begins dealing with division within the church. There are reasons to be divided and there are reasons to be united.  The three of us do not agree on every theological tittle, but we are united in the essentials of Christianity. 

Today we begin our walk through 1 Corinthians.  Christians are imperfect people, perfected through Christ. The Corinthians were a mess, so is the church today. But just as Paul was thankful for them, we are thankful for the work of God in working through our struggles and victories as Sinners and Saints. 

This is our first episode of Aurora Pastorealis!  We are 3 pastors in Northwestern MN who hope you find our podcast encouraging and inspiring to everyday life as a Christian. Today's episode covers a bit of who we are and some New Year's related material.