How shall we live when God is hiding?

By Pastor Kenji
July 24, 2023
Tucked into the middle of the minor prophets in the Old Testament we find the book of Habakkuk.  Although this book is only three short chapters in length, it contains rich wisdom that explores unanswered prayers, injustice, and God’s presence in the world. &...

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Our New Children's Director and ELC Teacher

By Laricia Weber
November 09, 2022
Hello! My name is Laricia Weber. I am the new Children’s Ministry Director and PreK teacher at Timberview Church. I was born and raised here in Spokane, WA. I grew up in the Colbert area and even went to Timberview youth group a few times. In 2018 I met my fianc&ea...

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Something Deeper Ministries

By Julie Reid
November 02, 2022
When you aren’t feeling well and pretty certain you need a prescription, where do you go?  Urgent Care!  When you break your arm in a motorcycle accident (who does that??), where do you go?  The Emergency Room!  Those are easy a...

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The World Is At War

By Pastor Kenji
October 26, 2022
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. (Colossians 3:15) The world is at war.  Internationally, missiles are used to kill children and threaten whole populations.  Nationally, battle lines have be...

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A Brand New Season

By Barbara Olson
May 31, 2022
Seahawks fans groaned at hearing that Russell Wilson was traded to the Denver Broncos…who could the team sign or draft that is as good as #3?  Now the hype begins as the Seahawks and the Broncos are scheduled to meet each other in week 1 of Monday Night Football&...

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WALKING OUT MY FAITH WHILE HOLDING MY TONGUE

May 18, 2022
I walked my first Bloomsday on May 1.  Bloomsday is a 12K (7.46 miles…which I round up to 7.5) road race, which in it’s heyday boasted over 40,000 participants.  This year there were “only” 24,000 participants, so it was a very enjoyab...

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Weightlifting and Time With God

By Barbara Olson
May 11, 2022
Depending on when you ask, I might call myself a weightlifter.  I used to wear that label proudly, but it’s actually been months since I lifted more than a 10-pound kettle bell…and that was only to move it out of the way.  I’m a long way fro...

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Seasons

By Pastor Kenji Nitta
May 03, 2022
Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, be constantly devoted to prayer. Romans 12:12 Timberview Church has been through many seasons.  The church is approaching three decades of ministry and has had several different pastors and leaders serving her throughout the ye...

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God's Sticky Note

By Barbara Olson
April 26, 2022
We all use sticky notes.  We use them as reminder of things which need to be done, to make grocery and to do lists.  We use them to give others information.  Maybe we just leave a note to say, “I love you.”    God does not...

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Hilarious Grace

By Julie Reid
April 12, 2022
I spent a few days with my parents last week.  They are in their 80s…and a bunch of fun!  During the day, my mother wanted a snack.  I fixed her a plate with a slice of bread, a slice of cheese, grapes, peanuts and caramel corn.  &nb...

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Sing Like a Birdie

By Barbara Olson
March 18, 2022
WHY DO WE SING IN CHURCH? Those of us who grew up in church most likely never participated in a service in which some form of singing was not included.  Why is that? Various blogs will give you numerous reasons for why we include singing in our services, but I believe...

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New Year New You

By Pastor Kenji
December 29, 2021
"This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person.  The old life has gone; the new life has begun!" -2 Corinthians 5:17 People fail at resolutions every new year.  After several years pass, it can be hard to stay excited about making resolutions whe...

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