Rev Long writes: Christianity isn’t a political party; it is an all-consuming belief that should change the believer from the inside out.
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Rev. Aaron Long: A Faith That Works
This column challenges Christians to live out their faith beyond labels and politics. Drawing on James’ teaching that faith is shown through works, it calls believers to stop “playing church” and start being the church—loving God, loving others, and following the Lamb rather than political parties. True Christianity, the piece argues, should transform lives so visibly that issues like hunger and homelessness would diminish if believers actually practiced what they profess.
Column: Rev. Aaron Long Church Is a Family
What today’s Christians sometimes forget is that Scripture doesn’t allow us to treat church as a club. Biblical Christianity isn’t “have it your way.”
Faith and Fellowship: God Calls You Where You Are In Life
Inspiring words from Rev. Aaron Long at Paul’s Chapel Evangelical and Reformed Church in Lexington, NC, Davidson County born and bred.
Mickey Bell Brings Laughter and Mental Health Awareness to Davidson County, With a Local Twist
Nationally touring comedian and mental health advocate Mickey Bell brought his Laugh Responsibly Tour to Center Church of Welcome, sharing both laughter and an important message about resilience and mental health. The night included a surprise moment when Davidson Local intern and Central Davidson High senior Riley Elliott — recently crowned Ms. Central Davidson — joined Bell on stage, handling the spotlight with professionalism and positivity.
What House of David on Netflix taught me about power, prophets, and the politics of legacy
Let’s be honest—biblical dramas usually fall into two camps: reverent to the point of boredom or spicy enough to offend every Sunday school teacher from here to Galilee. Netflix’s House of David manages to split the difference, delivering a dramatized take on one of the Bible’s most fascinating figures—David, the shepherd boy, outcast, turned king, poet, warrior, scandal magnet, and all-around ancient rock star.
Celebrating Legacy, Education and Resilience: The 38th Annual NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet
The 38th Annual NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet, honoring Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, took place on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 5 PM.
Faith and Fellowship: Silent Night
May we always remember Silent Night. Grace, Mercy and Peace be upon us this Christmas Season
Faith and Fellowship: Jesus is aWay Maker
Jesus is A Way maker, Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. He knows the end of the road and he will surely be your guide.
Op Ed: Let faith & freedom ring
The Faith & Freedom event took place at the Integrity Church campus in Burlington
Want to serve others and your community? First Reformed UCC welcomes you
Are you looking for a new way to help others, serve your community, give back, or act on your faith? First Reformed United Church of Christ in Uptown Lexington manages more than a dozen community services or ministries that need community members like you so that we can grow and serve even more people. You do not need to attend First Reformed or even go to church at all to participate and serve your community. All are welcome!
Faith and Fellowship: The Living Water
Water is essential for our physical wellbeing. Without this critical element, life couldn’t exist.
Faith and Fellowship: He's Got the Whole World in His Hands
There is a simple song that many of us are familiar with it sings - “He’s got the whole world in His hands, He’s got the fish of the sea in His hands…
Faith and Fellowship: Sacrifice is what saved us
As we enter upon the Easter season let us take time by acknowledging the Lent season.
Faith and Fellowship: The Blood Still Works
The Blood of Jesus still works, and not only does the blood work for eternity, but it covers us while we live.
Faith and Fellowship: Prayer Still Works
The simplest definition of prayer is communicating with God.
Faith and Fellowship: The Promises of God
The promises of God are always Yes and Amen!
Faith and Fellowship: First Fruit Faithfulness
As we enter into the New Year 2022, We the children of God must learn to become faithful with our first fruits we must give back unto God as he has given unto us.
Faith and Fellowship: The Night After Christmas
If we were thinking in terms of secular times our thoughts would be: the night after Christmas and all through the house not a creature was stirring not even a mouse. But Glory Be To God, we are believers and we know the real story.
A Journey with Jesus (Part 3)
Today as our journey with Jesus begins we will celebrate the one life that played a very significant role in God’s plan of redemption.