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"By Faith" is a series of articles written by Pastor Eldon Peterson for the local Herald Journal newspaper.


Being Thankful For The Do Nots
How are we supposed to know God and respond with thankfulness? Part of the answer lies in the ‘do nots’.
Eldon Peterson
Nov 193 min read


Pumpkin Lattes And A Job Well Done
What do you love about fall? If you answered the arrival of Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte, you are not alone; it is Starbucks' most popular seasonal beverage since the espresso drink’s 2003 launch. Each fall, approximately 20 million are sold in North America alone. If you love something else about fall, is it because you haven’t yet tried a Pumpkin Spice Latte? There are many things I love about fall (no, I haven’t tried a Pumpkin Spice Latte). Fall is a season full of vibr
Eldon Peterson
Oct 233 min read


Remember Lest We Forget
Remembering is not only important in our daily lives, but it is also vital to our walks with God. We should remember the Lord in everything we do.
Eldon Peterson
Sep 253 min read


Serendipity: For Just Such A Time As This
The book of Esther is a testimony of how God works in unexpected, sovereign ways that can appear serendipitous.
Eldon Peterson
Aug 283 min read


Bring Light Into The Darkness
The light of the gospel equips us to confess the fear that holds us captive.
Eldon Peterson
Aug 23 min read


More than a restoration, we need to be made new
Spiritual restoration will not come from hard work; it requires the touch of God.
Eldon Peterson
Jul 33 min read


Jesus Is The Way
When Jesus says, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6) he is showing us the way to God. Certainly, we can balk at the exclusivity of Jesus’ claim, but it’s an undeniable declaration of the way Jesus says we are to go. Either it is true, or it is not.
Eldon Peterson
Jun 53 min read


Spiritual or Religious?
While to be spiritual but not religious may sound good, without being rooted in something greater than ourselves, it will leave us empty and fail us when trials come.
Eldon Peterson
May 83 min read


Embracing the Man of Sorrows
Those who identify with Christ will find that according to Isaiah, there was nothing about Christ that should draw us to him
Eldon Peterson
Apr 103 min read


Something Better Than Fortune Cookie Living
if we're not to live our lives based on fortune cookies and horoscopes, what are we to base them on? Ezekiel asks, “How then shall we live?"
Eldon Peterson
Mar 133 min read


The Day After Realizations
There is nothing notable about February 15 other than being the day after Valentine’s Day. However, while not being notable, the day...
Eldon Peterson
Feb 133 min read


Remember Life Lest We Forget
Although Roe v. Wade has been overturned, there are 2 reasons why it is important for us to continue to honor the sanctity of unborn life.
Eldon Peterson
Jan 163 min read


'Tis the season to remember Christ
The catchphrase “‘Tis the season” expresses our thoughts and feelings about everything that’s a part of the Christmas season.
Eldon Peterson
Dec 19, 20243 min read


We Can Have Absolute Thankfulness This Thanksgiving
Living in absolute thankfulness will disarm circumstances from having any power over us, and it will allow us to see difficulties as opportu
Eldon Peterson
Nov 21, 20243 min read


Finding a Bible That Fits
Choose a Bible like you would a pair of shoes; get one that fits, not one that just looks good.
Eldon Peterson
Oct 24, 20243 min read


Fall Is My Goldilocks Season
It is only by letting go of our perceived rights that we will find freedom to love and be loved.
Eldon Peterson
Sep 26, 20243 min read


Clickbait: Today's Yellow Journalism
Clickbait is today's yellow journalism. In months ahead we'll hear false statements made not for the sake of truth but for a political click
Eldon Peterson
Aug 29, 20243 min read


Redefining Our Happy Place
So, where is your happy place? That place you go, to sit at the Lord's feet in peace and listen to Him.
Eldon Peterson
Jul 31, 20243 min read


Playing The Blame Game
Why is it so difficult for us to accept responsibility and say, “I did it. I’m sorry”? The answer of course is pride.
Eldon Peterson
Jul 3, 20243 min read


Finding Life in the Desert
I’m spending the first part of a summer study sabbatical in the solitude of the Arizona desert. Looking out upon the desert landscape,...
Eldon Peterson
Jun 5, 20243 min read
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