Author Archives: Michael J Erdel

About Michael J Erdel

Mike is a pastor with The Christian and Missionary Alliance in the Rochester N.Y. area at "The Savior's Chapel". His desire is to encourage the Church of Jesus Christ, and declare God's hope through His Son Jesus, to a world which is long on excuses and short on hope. Mike has experienced the truth that when we kneel before Christ, surrendering to Him as Savior and LORD, we truly can rise above this world and the sinfulness that entangles us. We can Defy Gravity.

RECTANGLES (A Plea To Seek His Glory)

Posted on June 21, 2017

Have you ever wondered why people are drawn to look outside through windows?  As I pondered this question a few things become clear to me.  In the first place, most windows are rectangular.  I have looked through many windows in … Continue reading →

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Individually Fashioned

Posted on June 16, 2017

“The Lord looks from heaven; He sees all the sons of men. From the place of His dwelling He looks On all the inhabitants of the earth; He fashions their hearts individually; He considers all their works.” Psalms 33:13-15 (NKJV) … Continue reading →

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Our Silly and Sinful Musings About Suicide (“Say Hello To Heaven”) #3

Posted on May 31, 2017

The picture to my left is a terrifying reality for many people, who merely want to live in peace. As I revealed in part #2 of this series, I had demonic voices telling me to hurt others and myself. So … Continue reading →

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Our Silly and Sinful Musings About Suicide (“Say Hello To Heaven”) #2

Posted on May 30, 2017

(If you have not read part #1 please close click this link to read   https://4rs4thechurch.com/2017/05/28/our-silly-and-sinful-musings-about-suicide-say-hello-to-heaven/) In 1997 I was a very different man. In spite of being college educated (and graduating in 6 months)—being engaged to my wife Kim and awaiting … Continue reading →

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Our Silly and Sinful Musings About Suicide (“Say Hello To Heaven”)

Posted on May 28, 2017

“Say Hello to Heaven” is the title and chorus of a song recorded and made famous by the band “Temple of the Dog” in 1991. Temple of the Dog was a unique group of musicians from what would become two of … Continue reading →

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Elijah Will Be His Name! (Concerning God’s Faithfulness)

Posted on May 23, 2017

Two years ago today (May 23, 2015) Elijah James Erdel was born. As you can see (eating his birthday donut) he is as handsome as he is gifted at stuffing his mouth with food. Being our fifth child, one might … Continue reading →

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COMPASSION IS AUTONOMIC

Posted on May 17, 2017

(Matthew 9:35-38) Then Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people. But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved … Continue reading →

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