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Psalm 15:1–5

While salvation is entirely a work of God—an unconditional commitment on His part to preserve those He has saved (John 10:28–29; Romans 8:28–39; 2 Timothy 1:12)—He gives us a genuine stake in maintaining the quality of our spiritual lives. Those who lead lives of integrity receive something valuable for their faithfulness.

The Promise

...he who does these things will never be shaken. (Psalm 15:5)

The annual rate of inflation accelerated sharply to 2.6 per cent in February as the federal government’s temporary tax break came to an end mid-month, Statistics Canada said Tuesday.

That marks a sizeable jump from the 1.9 per cent increase seen in January, when Canadians saw GST and HST taken off a variety of household staples, common gifts and restaurant bills for the entire month.

Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday that Ottawa will expand the Canadian Armed Forces’ presence in the Arctic and turn to Australia's over-the-horizon radar tech to monitor threats from adversaries such as China and Russia.

Carney also pledged $253 million in new funding for Indigenous reconciliation initiatives in the North.

They include $94 million to upgrade power plants in Nunavut and $20 million for a hydroelectricity project to help move northerners off diesel.

Prime Minister Mark Carney says United States President Donald Trump will have to stop his "disrespectful" comments about Canada before the two countries can have comprehensive bilateral conversations about trade and security.

"We've called out those comments. They're disrespectful, they're not helpful, and they need to stop," Carney said in response to a question regarding Trump's repeated remarks about Canada becoming the 51st state. 

"They will have to stop before we sit down and have a conversation about our broader partnership with the United States."

Romans 15:13

"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."

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Psalm 15:1–5

David's song explores the characteristics of a person who enjoys fellowship with the Lord in this life with seven facets of integrity. As you consider each one, take note of the Lord's emphasis on relationships.

Who enjoys fellowship with God?

    1. He who does not do evil to his neighbour. The Spirit-filled believer is loyal and consistent—not fickle, not erratic. He does not consciously bring difficulty upon others

On Saturday, Whitecourt RCMP issued a shelter in place as they dealt with a firearms complaint.

Residents who lived in the area of 56 Avenue and 48 Street in Whitecourt were asked to stay in their homes, lock their doors, and stay away from all windows.

That same day the suspect was taken into custody and the shelter in place was lifted.

No further information available at this time.

Information provided by the Whitecourt RCMP

The City of Grande Prairie is implementing seasonal weight restrictions on gravel roads within City limits, beginning Tuesday, March 18, 2025.

These restrictions help protect gravel roads from damage during the spring thaw.

During the ban, all gravel roads are limited to 75% axle weight between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m.

Bestselling Christian author Ann Voskamp's family is grappling with a heartbreaking loss after her son's 152-year-old stone house in Ontario was destroyed by fire last week.

On March 11, after four years of hard work and renovations, Levi and Aurora Voskamp's house of dreams was consumed by fire. 

"We dreamed of restoration and revival. And then slowly, over the next four years, we saw those dreams weaving into reality," said the couple in a post on Instagram.

Renowned worship leader Yancy Wideman Richmond is mourning the loss of her former manager. 

On Monday she announced that Mike Smith died over the weekend.

"Yesterday, my former manager went to Heaven," said Yancy in a post on Instagram. "I’m grateful he is healed and whole."

When Yancy was considering hiring him, she called Darren Tyler, lead pastor of Conduit Chruch in Franklin, Tennessee for his opinion. He said "Mike is good at weird things. It would make a lot of sense."