So, let me tell you a little story about a young man (me), and how a webpage changed my life.
Having grown up in a spiritual household that always believed in a higher power, yet never attend church. I happened upon a time recently, that I was faced with a serious illness in my family I turned for answers and comfort and realized something in my life was missing.
I explored the Internet looking for answers that I thought would be at the end of my search string, that would explain why our family crisis was happening. No eval... so then while searching through my Facebook feed advertising came up for Bay Area Community Church. I thought what could it hurt, and opened the page. At some point, while viewing the page I decided to see what the church was all about by attending an outline version of their church service via Facebook.
Fast forward to that Sunday, as the music started on the online service I was introduced to Jonathan Madrid and the band that played music that was so refreshing and current. I found myself beginning to relax and enjoy the vibe of the worship.
The music stopped when a guy showed up on stage that I could relate to, he had a five o'clock shadow and was wearing jeans and a t-shirt. He began to preach and I could relate to everything he said. At that point, Pat Linnell changed my life. I became emotional and really could not understand what was happening to me, but it was AWESOME.
Over the next few weeks, Pat preached about topics that really opened my eyes about the Lord. I quickly ran out and purchased a Bible and began reading several chapters a day with a goal of completing the entire Bible in a year. I am like a sponge, just soaking up everything.
After several weeks I was finally introduced (via the online service) to Greg St. Cyr had just returned from taking some time off. He also finds a way to explain the "why" of the Bible and "how" we should live. He to me is like a father figure that you can look up to for advice and a shoulder to cry on.
I have not missed an online service since, soon I will make my way over to the main campus for a live service. My advice to anyone that is not sure that BACC is right for you is to give them a shot online and watch a few services and make your decision.
Greg, Pat, and Jonathan have given me the best Grace Bomb one can give, they have introduced me to Jesus. Thank you BACC. read more