Isaiah 43:18 reads “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See I am doing a new thing.” Another translation says, “Do not call to mind the former things or ponder things of the past. Behold I will do something new.” This scripture speaks to Pastor Copeland’s message that “Our God is a God of fresh starts.” For those of us who are not perfect. For the times when trying harder does not work. For the times when the best choice is forgetting, turning the page and sta

Pastor Copeland believes that every relationship deserves a decent farewell, every transition deserves a decent parting. Even Jesus honored farewells with parting words, final lessons or closing deeds. This is important so both parties can have an understanding, and know what is expected. Acts 20:13-38 recounts the Apostle Paul’s farewell to the Ephesian Elders. In his parting words he tells them to “Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of the Holy Spirit has made you