The Seaside church was ready to become a vibrant Christian community, ready to be a beacon of hope in the community, and ready to build a new church. But, they didn’t realize any of that until January of 2016 when Elder Bill Smith arrived as their “interim” pastor.

“I’ve already had three people welcome me, and this place already feels like home.”

That’s how folks feel Sabbath afternoon when they worship with Boots 'n Bibles at the Gateway Seventh-day Adventist Church on the edge of Grants Pass, Oregon.

“We served 1,794 patients in the last year,” said executive director Sue Neal, “and this income will make it possible for us to serve even more in the coming year.”

What does it take for God to perform a miracle for the ages?

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