en http://www.llbf.org © Copyright 2000 - 2008Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=38 We videotape all of our Sunday morning services for broadcast on the local public access channel (Thurston County Community Television - Comcast channel 22) as well as for distribution to church members on DVD, VHS, or audio CD. A portion of the service containing Pastor Rogers' message is available here, thanks to the awesome free Vimeo Video service. Unfortunately, due to copyright restrictions we have temporarily pulled the videos and will re-post them once they are in compliance. Coming soon... Fri, 4 Apr 2008 21:16:30 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=1 Our Vision We will demonstrate our love for God by bringing people to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ, discipling them toward Christian maturity, encouraging them in our fellowship and equipping them for service. Our Mission To develop people who demonstrate life in Christ by serving others. At Light & Life you will... • Find hope for each new day • Meet new friends • Strengthen your marriage and family • Experience the presence of God • Learn biblical principles for success From The Pastor I know that you will find Light and Life Bible Fellowship to be a place where you can gain new strength from the presence of a loving God. It is our goal to be relevant to the needs and issues young families face today and we strive to offer teaching and ministry opportunites that move us toward that goal. You will find us to be a warm fellowship of believers who seek to honor the Father in everything we do. Please feel free to contact us concerning any needs you may have, or to find out more about our church. We are here to serve you. Larry S. Rogers Sat, 15 Mar 2008 21:46:19 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=66 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=66&article_id=90 Click here to sign up for online giving Wed, 26 Dec 2007 19:49:01 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=66 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=66&article_id=89 If you already have an account: Online Giving - Sign In Username: * Password: * Wed, 26 Dec 2007 19:33:04 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=63&article_id=87 Here are various items we think you may find interesting or useful: Christmas Dinner - 2007 was delightful, especially the salad! Click here for the recipe Sat, 22 Dec 2007 21:57:02 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=62 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=62&article_id=85 The Christmas dinner was wonderful, especially the salad. So many people wanted the recipe, here it is: Cashew-Pear Tossed Salad Ingredients - Salad 1 bunch Romaine lettuce, torn1 cup (4 ozs) shredded Swiss cheese1 cup salted cashews1 medium pear, thinly sliced 1/2 cup dried cranberries Ingredients - Poppy Seed Vinaigrette Dressing 2/3 cup olive oil1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup lemon juice2 to 3 teaspoons poppy seeds2 teaspoons finely chopped red onion1 teaspoon prepared mustard1/2 teaspoon salt Directions In a large salad bowl, combine the Romaine, Swiss cheese, cashews, pear and cranberries. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately. Yield: 15 servings Nutritional Info 1 serving (1 cup) equals 228 calories, 17 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 7 mg cholesterol, 171 mg sodium, 16 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 4 g protein. Home Sat, 22 Dec 2007 21:51:50 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=56 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=56&article_id=78 This series of sermons by Pastor Larry Rogers answers the big questions. Each video is about 45 minutes long.Does God Really Exist?Is the Bible the Word of God?The Reality of Jesus ChristIs there only one way to God?Creation vs. Evolution - Which is correct???? Mon, 12 Nov 2007 14:31:09 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24&article_id=39 Over time, we have produced a number of short, humorous videos as teaching tools or just to provide a different perspective on life. Some of these videos are part of a series, while others are short drama skits to reinforce a sermon topic. We have had so much fun producing videos that we have created a production company called Hooduhthunkit Productions (it's not really a registered company, but it looks good on the opening and closing credits of our videos) ;-) Just select the video to view - a short explanation will be included on the page to place it in context. 40 Days Of Purpose (Series) Fruit Of The Spirit (Series) EVIDENCE: for a Reasonable Faith (Series) "The Centerpiece" "Divine Appointment" Father's Day (Series) Mon, 12 Nov 2007 14:25:57 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3&article_id=3 We will demonstrate our love for God by bringing people to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ, discipling them toward Christian maturity, encouraging them in our fellowship, and equipping them for service. Mon, 22 Oct 2007 02:04:17 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=42 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=42&article_id=66 Can she find joy, with the help of a Private Eye? Wed, 17 Oct 2007 13:01:46 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=43 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=43&article_id=67 At Pastor Larry's request, we produced a series of videos as sermon illustrations. The production schedule was short, but we had a lot of fun with these projects. Love Joy Peace Patience Goodness Faithfulness Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:59:43 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=34 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=34&article_id=49 A series of 3 humorous Father's Day skits based on the old beer commercials. The Handyman The Car The Sports Star Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:56:27 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=37 We have a thriving Technical Ministry with a number of members contributing their time, talent, and energies to produce videos and music CDs as a current, relevant method of communicating God's truths to our community. We videotape all of our Sunday morning services for broadcast on the local public access channel (Thurston County Community Television - Comcast channel 22) as well as for distribution to church members on DVD, VHS, or audio CD. A portion of the service containing Pastor Rogers' message is available here, thanks to the awesome free Google Video service. We also produce other videos for teaching and just plain fun! Click here to view our Sunday Service videos Click here to view our various video projects Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:50:22 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=40 In late 2004, our church participated in the 40 Days Of Purpose spiritual growth campaign based on the famous book "The Purpose Driven Life" by Pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback church in Southern California. Our Pastor Larry Rogers approached a few of us and requested a short video each week for a total of 8 weeks to help introduce and reinforce the 40 Days Of Purpose theme. We had a low-end camcorder, a tripod, and lots of enthusiasm, and the LLBF Technical Ministry was born! We used some scripts provided by the drama team from Saddleback church, and customized them to fit our particular situation. The video series was shot in a ridiculously short time frame, and it shows. We were barely able to keep up with the weekly deadlines as we finalized scripts, recruited cast and crew, shot footage, edited, and burned to DVD. We cringe at some of the material, and really appreciate how far we have come since then. What a great way to bring a bunch of people together to accomplish a goal, becoming a close-knit team in the process! We hope you enjoy this walk down memory lane... Reggie's Search Part 1 Reggie's Search Part 2 Reggie's Search Part 3 Reggie's Search Part 4 Reggie's Search Part 5 Reggie's Search Part 6 Reggie's Search Part 7 Reggie's Search Part 8 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:48:09 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=41 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=41&article_id=45 "God is light. In him there is no darkness'. 1 John 1:5 Abuse causes far more pain than the visible marks of bruises and scars. We recognize that it is devastating to be abused by someone you love, and who you think loves you. This faith-based growth group is designed specifically to address issues of abuse that may be stopping you or someone you love from realizing your full potential. Contact Laura at 491-6706 for more information. Child care is provided. God Bless. Mon, 20 Nov 2006 22:18:06 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=45 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=45&article_id=69 Gandalf learns what it means to have REAL peace. Tue, 14 Nov 2006 15:51:47 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=46 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=46&article_id=70 The Reggie Awards are the backdrop as we learn what God has to say about patience. Mon, 13 Nov 2006 18:30:42 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47&article_id=71 Watch two ladies discuss doing the right thing and confronting their boss about unethical behavior. Mon, 13 Nov 2006 18:19:25 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=48 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=48&article_id=72 It's our skateboarding heroes off to the rescue as they battle the evil Professor Diabolical. Mon, 13 Nov 2006 18:14:40 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=44 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=44&article_id=68 Chef Louann learns the difference between conditional and unconditional love. Mon, 13 Nov 2006 18:01:15 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33&article_id=64 Reggie FINALLY finds his true place in the church and ultimate source of purpose... Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:37:53 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33&article_id=48 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:37:48 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=32 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=32&article_id=63 Reggie decides that the ultimate purpose in life must be to baptize people. Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:36:11 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=32 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=32&article_id=47 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:36:11 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=31 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=31&article_id=62 Reggie tries out the idea of a hospital visitation ministry to provide purpose in his life. Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:33:55 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=31 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=31&article_id=46 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:33:55 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=61 Reggie decides the best way to find purpose involves a name change... Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:31:12 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=45 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:31:12 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29&article_id=60 Reggie decides his purpose is to lead a small group ministry. Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:29:19 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29&article_id=44 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:29:19 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28&article_id=59 Reggie decides his purpose is to lead worship at church. Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:27:19 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28&article_id=43 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:27:19 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=57 Reggie begins to show his need for a purpose... Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:26:00 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27&article_id=58 Reggie shares his discontent, looking for significance in his life. Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:25:35 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27&article_id=42 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:23:54 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=41 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:21:56 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40&article_id=56 Sometimes it takes a serious crisis to get someone to think about eternal things. A darkly cynical look at how to speed up the process... Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:01:15 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40&article_id=54 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:00:12 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38&article_id=53 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 15:57:00 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38&article_id=55 A humorous skit exagerating the behavior some families might have about the subject of Jesus - especially around Easter... Fri, 10 Nov 2006 15:56:41 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=52 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 15:33:14 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=37 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=37&article_id=51 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 14:45:36 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35&article_id=50 Fri, 10 Nov 2006 14:38:55 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=9 Meet the Rogers' gang! We love to hike, play tennis, ride on our Yamaha Wave Runners, go to the zoo and laugh together. Our greatest desire is to honor the Lord Jesus in everything we do, we try to get better at it each day and we are enjoying the adventures along the way. As the Senior Pastor for Light and Life Bible Fellowship, my goal is to fulfill the Ephesians 4 mandate to equip God's people for the work He has prepared for them. I am compelled to teach the Bible with applicable illustrations from real life experience and to be biblically sound & relavent for today's generation. Tue, 8 Aug 2006 12:55:11 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=25 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=25&article_id=3 The Technical Ministry Team is having a blast playing with the latest technology as we support many activities within our church. We are there when people need multimedia video presentations, sound reinforcement, lighting, and video recording of various events, including every Sunday morning service. We have state-of-the-art video editing hardware and software, and broadcast Pastor Larry's sermons twice a week on the local Thurston County Community Television cable channel. We are currently gearing up to provide kiosk computer workstations for Internet Cafe access within our church building so those who may not have broadband can still access our church community online. Thu, 27 Jul 2006 18:01:06 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35&article_id=26 At Light and Life Bible Fellowship in Olympia, God is entrusting us with a unique opportunity to see His transforming power at work in our musical and artistic community. We believe Son of Man Studios will be on the front lines of what God wants to do in the lives of people. Mon, 24 Jul 2006 19:05:57 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35&article_id=30 To one day be a self-supporting ministry, with no limit in its potential to touch lives and launch Christian musicians into more and greater places of influence for Christ's Kingdom. Mon, 24 Jul 2006 18:52:21 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35&article_id=28 To be a place where God's values and heartbeat are clearly displayed as the Holy Spirit works through our lives and through every project. Mon, 24 Jul 2006 18:51:46 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35&article_id=29 To spiritually impact Olympia's musical culture in a positive and open enviornment. Mon, 24 Jul 2006 18:50:13 MST http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3 http://www.llbf.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3&article_id=29 . . . The Bible The sole basis of our belief is the Bible, composed of the sixty-six books of the Old and New Testaments. We believe that the Scripture in its entirety originated with God, and that it was given through the instrumentality of chosen men. Scripture thus at one and the same time speaks with the authority of God and reflects the backgrounds, styles, and vocabularies of the human authors. We hold that the Scriptures are infallible and inerrant in the original manuscripts. They are the unique, full, and final authority on all matters of faith and practice; and there are no other writings similarly inspired by God. (2 Timothy 3:16,17; 2 Peter 1:19-21) . . . God We believe that there is one true, holy God, eternally existing in three persons-Father, Son, and Holy Spirit-each of Whom possesses equally all the attributes of deity and characteristics of personality. In the beginning God created out of nothing the world and all the things therein, thus manifesting the glory of His power, wisdom, and goodness. By His providence he is operating throughout history to fulfill His redemptive purposes - concerning Himself mercifully in the affairs of men, hearing and answering prayer, and saving from sin and death all who come to Him through Jesus Christ. (Matthew 3:16,17; John 16:23-27; Galatians 4:4-6; Ephesians 1:3, 17-23) . . . Salvation The central purpose of God's revelation in Scripture is to call all people into fellowship with Himself. Originally created to have fellowship with God, man defied God, choosing to go his independent way, and was thus alienated from God and suffered the corruption of his nature, rendering him unable to please God. The fall took place at the beginning of human history, and all individuals since have suffered these consequences and are thus in need of the saving grace of God. The salvation of mankind is then an entire work of God's free grace, not the result in whole or in part of human works or goodness, and must be personally appropriated by repentance and faith. When God has begun a saving work in the heart of any person, He gives assurance in His word that He will continue performing until the day of its full consummation.. (Romans 3:23, 5:12-21, 6:23; Ephesians 2:8,9; John 1:12, 3:3-7) . . . Jesus Christ Jesus is the eternal second Person of the Trinity who was united forever with a true human nature by a miraculous conception and virgin birth. He lived a life of perfect obedience to the Father and voluntarily atoned for the sins of all by dying on the cross as their substitute, thus satisfying divine justice and accomplishing salvation for all who trust in Him alone. He rose from the dead in the same body, though glorified, in which He lived and died. He ascended into heaven, and sat down at the right hand of the Father, where He, the only Mediator between God and man, continually makes intercession for those who belong to Him. He shall come again to earth, personally and visibly, to consummate history and the eternal plan of God. (Matthew 1:18-23; Luke 24:1-8; 2 Corinthians 5:19-21; Hebrews 4:14-16, 7:24-25; Revelation 19:1 - 20:15) . . . Christian Life and the Holy Spirit The essential accompaniment of a genuine saving relationship with Jesus Christ is a life of holiness and obedience, attained by believers as they submit to the Holy Spirit, the third Person of the Trinity. He was sent into the world by the Father and the Son to apply to mankind the saving work of Christ. He enlightens the minds of sinners, awakens in them a recognition of their need of a Savior, and regenerates them. At the point of salvation, He permanently indwells every believer to become the source of assurance, strength, and wisdom, and uniquely endows each believer with gifts for the building up of the church body. The Holy Spirit guides believers in understanding and applying the Scripture. His power and control are appropriated by faith, making it possible for the believer to lead a life of Christlike character and to bear fruit to the glory of the Father. (John 14:15-17, 25, 26, 16:5-15; 1 Corinthians 12:4-13) See the Book of Discipline, chapter three for further scriptural references concerning the Christian life style of members. . . . Human Destiny Death seals the eternal destiny of each person. For all mankind, there will be a resurrection of the body into the spiritual world, and a judgement that will determine the fate of each individual. Unbelievers will be separated from God into condemnation. God's judgement will reveal His justice in consigning them to perpetuate in eternal retribution their own rejection of God. Believers will be received into eternal communion with God and will be rewarded for works done in this life. (Hebrews 9:27; 1 Corinthians 15:12-23; Revelation 20:11-22:6) . . . The Church The corollary of union with Jesus Christ is that all believers become members of His body, the church. There is one true church universal, comprised of all those who acknowledge Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. The scripture commands believers to gather together to devote themselves to worship, prayer, teaching of the Word, observance of baptism, and communion as the sacramentarian ordinances established by Jesus Christ. It is also to gather for fellowship, service to the body through the development and use of talents and gifts, and outreach to the world. The local expression of the church is found wherever God's people meet regularly in obedience to this command. . Under the watchcare of elders and other supportive leadership, its members are to work together in love and unity, intent on the one ultimate purpose of glorifying God. (Hebrews 10:24,25; Acts 2:42-47; Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Colossians 1:18; Hebrews 13:17) . . . Faith and PracticeScripture is the final authority in all matters of faith and practice. This church recognizes that it cannot bind the conscience of individual members in areas where scripture is silent. Rather, each believer is to be led in those areas by the Lord, to Whom he or she is ultimately responsible. (1 Corinthians 8, 9; Romans 14) We believe this statement of Faith to be in agreement with the Free Methodist Book of Discipline and is an accurate summary of what Scripture teaches. All members shall refrain from advocating doctrines that are not included in the Statement of Faith in such a way as to cause dissension. Sat, 8 Jul 2006 23:27:35 MST