Praising God helps us remember that no matter what predicament we might face, no problem is too big for God; He can and will help us get through it. God wants us to lean on Him more and rely less on ourselves and our own limited strengths. The instruction to “glorify” God is woven throughout […]
CHILI COOK-OFF SET FOR FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2025 Things are RED HOT for our third annual VJF CHILI COOK-OFF!! We look forward to sampling and ‘suppering’ with you. Check with the church office for available spots. PARKING LOT NOTICE! City Service Paving will be on the VJF premises on Monday, February 24, 2025, to grind […]
In Matthew 3:11, John said, “I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance, but He who is coming after me is mightier than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry, He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire.” John the Baptist was the forerunner of Jesus Christ and it was […]
COMING IN CONCERT – SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Enjoy and be encouraged by Sally Klein O’Connor’s testimony in song and story; how she as a young Jewish girl came to faith in Jesus Christ, and what it means to walk with the Lord. The concert time is 5 PM and is open to everyone, so invite […]
A meditation by Lesley Knudsen-DeWitt God’s promises are true, trustworthy, life-giving, and hope-sustaining. Every day we, as a staff, have opportunities to minister God’s promises through words and prayers to encourage our congregation in their walk with Jesus. Let’s continue to ask the Holy Spirit to help us understand what word of promise from God’s […]
1) THE LONGSUFFERING OF GOD Word-Meaning: The Old Testament uses an expression that means “slow to anger.” Ps. 86:15 “But You, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, Slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness and truth.” The New Testament expresses the idea by a word that shows an aspect of the goodness and love of God […]
CHURCH DIRECTORY UPDATE – Now Through February 9 If you haven’t already done so, please confirm your directory listing at the Welcome Center. Pick up a directory GREEN CARD to add or update your contact information at the Welcome Center or on the Information Table. NEW PHOTOS will be taken next Sunday the 9th in-between […]
CHURCH DIRECTORY UPDATE – Now Through February 9 As a regular attender or member of VJF, you are an integral part of this church family, and Church Directories are an excellent tool to help us put names with faces. Is your contact info in our church directory? Has your contact info changed since our Summer […]
When Jesus chose a metaphor to illustrate His concern and love for people, He identified Himself as the Good Shepherd. John 10:11, 14. Paul tried very hard to pattern his ministry after that of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was not only an evangelist and theologian, but also a devoted shepherd and pastor. […]
MEMORIAL FOR SHEILA RANGERE The memorial for Sheila Rangere will be held Friday, January 31, at 10 AM, here at Ventura Jubilee Fellowship. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES Marilyn Mansi’s husband Erni went to be with Jesus a few months back, and last week, God called Marilyn home to heaven also. She will be greatly missed, but […]
