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JAMES: TAMING THE TONGUEMessage by Josh Mutter – August 2, 2026
Big Idea: What comes out of our mouth reveals what Jesus is doing in our heart.James 3:1-12 NIV Not many of you should become teachers, my fellow believers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. We all stumble in many ways. Anyone… Read more...
Message by Jimmy Rushton – July 26, 2026
Philippians 2:1-11 (NLT) Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another,… Read more...
Message by Steve Drudge – July 19, 2026
James 2:14-26 NRSV “What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but does not have works? Surely that faith cannot save, can it? If a brother or sister is naked and lacks daily food and one of you says to them, “Go in peace; keep warm and eat your fill,”… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – July 12, 2026
The Problem: Favouritism doesn’t just change how we treat people—it changes how we see others, how we understand ourselves, and how we view God.Big Idea: Following Jesus changes not only how we treat people, but how we see them.James 2:1-13 (NIV) “My… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – July 5, 2026
Big Idea: A mature faith isn’t measured by what we know about God, but by how deeply we’ve allowed God to change usJames 1:19-27 (NIV) “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak…”
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Message by Josh Mutter – June 25, 2026
James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, – James 1:1a (NIV)
To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. – James 1:1b (NIV)
Big Idea: Because God is at work, we can see our lives clearly even in difficult seasons.James 1:1-18 (NIV)… Read more...
Message by Lisa Goetz – June 21, 2026
BIC CORE VALUE: Belonging to the Community of FaithWe value integrity in relationships and mutual accountability in an atmosphere of grace, love and acceptance.Jesus Prays for All Believers – John 17:20-23 (NIV) “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also
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Message by Josh Mutter – June 14, 2026
Eschatology explores what the Bible teaches about the “last things”, including the future, the end of the world, and God’s ultimate plan.A General Timeline:
- We die
- Believers are with Jesus
- Jesus returns
- The dead are raised
- Judgment occurs
- God
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Message by Josh Mutter – May 31, 2026
Eschatology explores what the Bible teaches about the “last things,” including the future, the end of the world, and God’s ultimate plan.Big Idea: The Christian hope is knowing that in life or death, that we are safe with Jesus.WHAT HAPPENS IMMEDIATELY AFTER… Read more...
Message by Paul Kiss – May 24, 2026
BIG IDEA: Be honest with God about who you are.What are Core Beliefs: Firmly-held convictions that consistently motivate your behaviour.JACOB – The DeceiverGenesis 25-31 (NIV)
PENIEL – The Face of GodGenesis 32:22-32 (NLT) During the … Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – May 17, 2026
Eschatology explores what the Bible teaches about the “last things,” including the future, the end of the world, and God’s ultimate plan.Big Idea: We can have hope in an uncertain world because Jesus wins and evil is defeated.Revelation 20:1-6 (NIV) Then I saw an … Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – May 8, 2026
Eschatology explores what the Bible teaches about the “last things,” including the future, the end of the world, and God’s ultimate plan.1 Corinthians 13:12 NIV – Now we see things imperfectly, like puzzling reflections in a mirror …
Big Idea: We may not agree… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – April 26, 2026
Eschatology explores what the Bible teaches about the “last things,” including the future, the end of the world, and God’s ultimate plan.Disclaimers:* This series is not about predicting the details of the future. * This series is not meant to stir up fear or anxiety.
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Message by Karmyn Bokma – April 19, 2026
The BackgroundExodus 1:11-13 (NIV) So they put slave masters over them to oppress them with forced labour…but the more they were oppressed, the more they multiplied and spread; so the Egyptians came to dread the Israelites and worked them ruthlessly. They made their lives… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – April 12, 2026
“The earliest manuscripts and some other ancient witnesses do not have Mark 16:9-20.”Mark 16:1-20 (NIV) “When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. Very early on… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – April 5, 2026
Big Idea: Resurrection hope is not a feeling we muster, but is a reality that breaks into the darkest moments of our lives.Mark 16:1-8 (NIV) “When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint … Read more...
Message by Dr. Christin Taylor – March 29, 2026
Mark 13(NIV) “As Jesus was leaving the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Look, Teacher! What massive stones! What magnificent buildings!”…”
Big idea: The powers of this world are loud, but Jesus has the final word.What looks immovable… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – March 22, 2026
Mark 12 (NIV) “Jesus then began to speak to them in parables: “A man planted a vineyard. He put a wall around it, dug a pit for the winepress and built a watchtower…”
Big Idea: Jesus invites us to consider how by giving up control, we discover the ability to receive… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – March 15, 2026
Big Idea: Jesus calls us out of lifeless faith and into a faith that truly lives.Mark 11 (NIV) “As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and … Read more...
Message by Terry Wiens – March 1, 2026
Mark 10 (NIV) “Jesus then left that place and went into the region of Judea and across the Jordan. Again crowds of people came to him, and as was his custom, he taught them…”
Which of the following are great in the Kingdom of God? (Yes or No) :Religious People… No… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – March 1, 2026
Big Idea: Jesus invites us to adopt a cross-shaped approach to greatness.Mark 9 (NIV) “And he said to them, “Truly I tell you, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see that the kingdom of God has come with power.”. …”
The cross… Read more...
Message by Dr. Christin Taylor – February 22, 2026
Mark 8 (NIV) “During those days another large crowd gathered. Since they had nothing to eat, Jesus called his disciples to him and said, ‘I have compassion for these people; they have already been with me three days and have nothing to eat. If I send them home… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – February 15, 2026
Big Idea: Jesus invites us to trade our assumptions for a fresh understanding of how God works.Mark 7 (NIV) “The Pharisees and some of the teachers of the law who had come from Jerusalem gathered around Jesus and saw some of his disciples eating food with … Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – February 8, 2026
Big Idea: Following Jesus means considering the cost.Mark 6 (NIV) “Jesus left there and went to his hometown, accompanied by his disciples. When the Sabbath came, he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were amazed…”
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Message by Josh Mutter – Jan 22, 2026
Mark 4 (NIV) “Again Jesus began to teach by the lake. The crowd that gathered around him was so large that he got into a boat and sat in it out on the lake, while all the people were along the shore at the water’s edge…”
“Whoever has ears to hear, let them hear.” – Mark 4:9… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – February 1, 2026
Big Idea: Jesus transforms our deepest chaos into peace and wholeness.Mark 5 (NIV) “They went across the lake to the region of the Gerasenes. When Jesus got out of the boat, a man with an impure spirit came from the tombs to meet him. This man lived in the tombs, … Read more...
Message by Sarah Brnjas – Jan 18, 2026
Mark 3 (NIV) – “Another time Jesus went into the synagogue, and a man with a shriveled hand was there. Some of them were looking for a reason to accuse Jesus, so they watched him closely to see if he would heal him on the Sabbath. Jesus said to the man with the shriveled… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – Jan 11, 2026
Mark 1:1 (NIV) The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God…
Mark 2 (NIV) – A few days later, when Jesus again entered Capernaum, the people heard that he had come home. They gathered in such large numbers that there was no room left, not even outside… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – Jan 4, 2025
Mark 1:1 (NIV) The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God…
Mark 1 (NIV) The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God, as it is written in Isaiah the prophet:
“I will send my messenger ahead of you,
who will prepare your way”—
“a … Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – Dec 21, 2025
Isaiah 9:6-7 (NIV)
For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Of the greatness of his government and peace
there will be no end.
He will reign … Read more...
Message by Steve Drudge – Dec 14, 2025
Isaiah 9:2,6 (NRSV)
The people who walked in darkness
have seen a great light;
those who lived in a land of deep darkness—
on them light has shined.
For a child has been born for us,
a son given to us;
authority rests upon his shoulders;
and he is named
Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God,… Read more...
NAMES OF HOPE: PRINCE OF PEACEMessage by Josh Mutter – Dec 7, 2025
Isaiah 9:6-7 (NIV)
For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Of the greatness of his government and peace
there… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – Nov 30, 2025
Isaiah 9:6-7 NIV –
For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Of the greatness of his government and peace
there will be no end.
He will reign… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – Nov 23, 2025
Big Idea: Our life together ought to invite others to find and follow Jesus for themselves.Matthew 5:3-10 (NIV) Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter- Nov 16, 2025
Matthew 5:9 (NIV) Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
Big Idea: Avoiding conflict isn’t peace; bringing God’s life into it is.Those who belong to the Kingdom will be known by how they bring wholeness and wellbeing into the reality of … Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter- Nov 9, 2025
Matthew 5:8 (NIV) Blessed are the pure of heart, for they will see God.
Big Idea: When our hearts are whole and honest before God, we begin to see clearly.Purity of heart is not about what others see, but about what we set our hearts to see.A pure heart is one refined and devoted to God, marked… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter- Nov 2, 2025
Matthew 5:7 (NIV) Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
Big Idea: God’s mercy gives us new eyes, new hearts, and new choices. The LORD, the LORD, compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands and forgiving*
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Message by Terry Wiens – October 26, 2025
Matthew 5:3-12 (NIV) Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.… Read more...
Message by Paul Kiss – October 19, 2025
BIG IDEA: Discipleship is about becoming more and more like Jesus. The more we live his teaching, the more like him we become.“Information”* We are all drowning in “information” in our world today. There is so much information about absolutely
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Message by Josh Mutter – October 12, 2025
BIG IDEA: We will discover new options when we turn our focus off of ourselves and towards others. Matthew 5:5 (NIV) Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
– God blesses those who are humble … – New Living Translation
– How blissful the… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – October 5, 2025
BIG IDEA: Every time we resist reacting, we create space to engage our divided world differently.
Matthew 5:3-4 (NIV) Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
- We resist reacting when we admit
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Message by Karmyn Bokma – September 28, 2025
Philippians 2:6-11 (NIV) Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man,… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – September 21, 2025
BIG IDEA: Our life together is empowered by circles of people who are committed to Jesus and to one another.Circles are those smaller groups of people who know our story, pray for us and help us to follow Jesus.Mark 3:13-15 (NIV) Jesus went up on a mountainside and called… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – September 14, 2025
BIG IDEA: A Jesus-shaped community makes space for everyone to belong.
A Jesus-shaped community is inclusive, especially of those who are often unseen, unheard or easily left out.
Luke 14:11 (NIV) … all who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – September 7, 2025
BIG IDEA: Life together begins with humility.
Philippians 2:1-2 (NIV) Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – August 31, 2025
Galatians 5:22-23a (NIV) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.
BIG IDEA: Self-control helps us discern God’s best for our lives. The true measure of following Jesus is whether the… Read more...
Message by Christin Taylor – August 24, 2025
BIG PICTURE: What is gentleness? What does it actually look like in our lives? And how is it an expression of the Holy Spirit in our lives? Three pictures: 1) a picture of God; 2) a picture of Paul; and, 3) a picture of ourselves.
Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV) But the fruit of the Spirit… Read more...
Message by Dave Patterson – August 17, 2025
Galatians 5:22-23a (NIV) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.
LIFE IN THE SPIRIT
Our God is immutable (see Malachi 3:6 and Hebrews 13:8)
By contrast, we are on a journey of transformation.… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – August 10, 2025
Galatians 5:22-23a (NIV) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.
BIG IDEA: Goodness helps us become the kind of people we’re proud to be.The Holy Spirit is God’s presence… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – August 3, 2025
Galatians 5:22-23a (NIV) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.
BIG IDEA: The kindness we skip is the regret we carry.Kindness is seeking the good of others, especially when it is inconvenient… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – July 27, 2025
Galatians 5:22-23a (NIV) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.
BIG IDEA: The Holy Spirit wants to grow in us the courage to hold steady when everything around us is pushing for a reaction. … Read more...
Message by Steve Drudge – July 20, 2025
BIG IDEA: Shalom – A comprehensive wholeness, wellbeing and completeness in relationship with God, others, oneself and all of creation… in whatever the circumstance. Mark 4:35-41 (NSRV) On that day, when evening had come, he said to them, ‘Let us go across… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – September 22, 2024
- Our Mission: To help people find and follow Jesus
- Our Vision: A vibrant community of followers of Jesus that serves our neighbours by meeting needs and showing love
BIG IDEA: We want to be making a positive impact on our neighbours.1. The love that we have for our neighbours… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – September 15, 2024
- Our Mission: To help people find and follow Jesus
- Our Vision: A vibrant community of followers of Jesus that serves our neighbours by meeting needs and showing love
BIG IDEA: We want to be in growing relationships with one another.John 15:12-17 NIV My command is this: Love… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – September 8, 2024
- Our Mission: To help people find and follow Jesus
- Our Vision: A vibrant community of followers of Jesus that serves our neighbours by meeting needs and showing love
BIG IDEA: We want to be in a growing relationship with Jesus.John 15:5-11 (NIV) “I am the vine; you are… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – September 1, 2024
BIG IDEA: God is at work in the transitions of life.1 Kings 19:19-21 (NIV) So Elijah went from there and found Elisha son of Shaphat. He was plowing with twelve yoke of oxen, and he himself was driving the twelfth pair. Elijah went up to him and threw his cloak around him. Elisha… Read more...
Elijah: Perspective is Everything! (1 Kings 19)Message by Dave Patterson – August 25, 2024
In critical times, are you prepared, equipped, capable? Have you mined: The Gold Within?Background– What’s in a name? – Jezebel vs. Elijah
– Crises of conflict: drought, dualling deities, death threat
Managing… Read more...
Message by Charmaine Stulp – August 18, 2024
Genesis 2:7 (NIV) Then the Lord God formed a man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being.
Isaiah 53:3 (NIV) He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and familiar with pain.
Benefits … Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – August 11, 2024
BIG IDEA: God is part of our story even when we are experiencing a crisis in our beliefs.Acts 8:26-39 (NIV) Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, “Go south to the road—the desert road—that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.” So he started out, and on his way he met an Ethiopian eunuch,… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – August 4, 2024
BIG IDEA: Jesus is God’s presence with us in the crisis of loss.John 20:11-18 (NIV) Now Mary stood outside the tomb crying. As she wept, she bent over to look into the tomb and saw two angels in white, seated where Jesus’ body had been, one at the head and the other at the foot.… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – July 28, 2024
BIG IDEA: Our relationship with God equips us to navigate the crisis of expectations that we may face.Daniel 6:1-9 (NIV) It pleased Darius to appoint 120 satraps to rule throughout the kingdom, with three administrators over them, one of whom was Daniel. The satraps were made accountable… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – July 21, 2024
Big Idea: God welcomes our bold prayers in moments of crisis.Exodus 33:12-23 (NIV) Moses said to the Lord, “You have been telling me, ‘Lead these people,’ but you have not let me know whom you will send with me. You have said, ‘I know you by name and you have found favor with me.’ If you… Read more...
Message by Dave Patterson – July 14, 2024
1 Samuel 21-22
OPENING: MEET THE ROBINSONS1. WILD AND WEARY – When feeling desperate or targeted, we should run to sanctuary. Where is sanctuary for you? Where or how do you find God in this world?
- WILD, NOT WASTEFUL – How do you leave sanctuary? Do you leave … Read more...
Message by Anita Giardina Lee – July 7, 2024
John 10:14-15 NIV I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me— just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep.
Who said it? Guess who said the following: Jesus or not Jesus?QUESTION 1: “A new command I give you: Love one another.… Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – June 30, 2024
ASK YOURSELF: What is the real life difference that following Jesus has made in my life?Big Idea: Being a follower of Jesus means sharing Jesus with the people in our lives.Colossians 4:2-6 NIV Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that … Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – June 23, 2024
Big Idea: Our relationship to Jesus empowers us to rethink how we engage in our relationships.Colossians 3:18-4:1 (NIV) Wives, submit yourselves to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them. Children, obey your parents in … Read more...
Message by Josh Mutter – June 9, 2024
Big Idea: When our identity is intertwined with Jesus, it shows up in our character and relationships.Colossians 3:1-4 (NIV) Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above,… Read more...
Message by Hailey Tollefson – June 2, 2024
Mark 2:1-12 (NIV) A few days later, when Jesus again entered Capernaum, the people heard that he had come home. They gathered in such large numbers that there was no room left, not even outside the door, and he preached the word to them. Some men came, bringing to him a paralyzed… Read more...
COLOSSIANS: AVOIDING LEGALISMMessage by Josh Mutter – May 26, 2024
Big Idea: Being Jesus-centred means that we say “no” to legalism.Colossians 2:16-23 (NIV) Therefore do not let anyone judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a religious festival, a New Moon celebration or a Sabbath
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COLOSSIANS: LORDSHIPMessage by Josh Mutter – May 19, 2024
Big Idea: The Lordship of Jesus orients us in a way that results in true fulfillment.Colossians 2:6-7 NIV So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught,
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COLOSSIANS: A FRESH PERSPECTIVEMessage by Josh Mutter – May 12, 2024
Colossians 2:4 NIV I tell you this so that no one may deceive you with fine-sounding arguments.
Big Idea: When our attention is on Jesus, he will give us insight into how to navigate life’s complexities and opportunities.Colossians 1:24-25 (NIV) … Read more...
FOLLOWING, TOGETHERMessage by Lisa Goetze – May 5, 2024
Matthew 28:19-20 (NIV) Jesus: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything that I’ve commanded you. Look, I myself will be with you every day… Read more...
MENNONITE WORLD CONFERENCE: A community of Anabaptist-related churchesMessage by Gerald Hildebrand – April 28, 2024
Vision: Mennonite World Conference is called to be a communion (Koinonia) of Anabaptist-related churches linked to one another in a worldwide community of faith for fellowship, worship, service… Read more...
COLOSSIANS: TRANSFORMATIONMessage by Josh Mutter – April 14, 2024
Big Idea: We can navigate the complexities of life when we rely on the transformation that Jesus brings into our lives.Colossians 1:1-2 (NIV) Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To God’s holy people in Colossae,… Read more...
WHAT COMES NEXT?Message by Guest Speaker Chris Chase – April 7, 2024
John 20:19-31 (NIV) On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” After he said this, he showed them his… Read more...
EASTER SUNDAYMessage by Josh Mutter – March 31, 2024
BIG IDEA: The resurrection reveals that new things are possible that were previously unthinkable.Matthew 28:1-10 (NIV) After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. There was a violent earthquake,… Read more...
PALM SUNDAYMessage by Josh Mutter – March 24, 2024
BIG IDEA: The events of Holy Week help form our understanding of Jesus.John 12:12-19 NIV The next day the great crowd that had come for the festival heard that Jesus was on his way to Jerusalem. They took palm branches and went out to meet him, shouting, “Hosanna!” “Blessed… Read more...
FOUR VIEWS OF THE ATONEMENT: CONCLUDING THOUGHTSMessage by Josh Mutter – March 17, 2024
The atonement is the work of Jesus through his life, death and resurrection to reconcile humanity with God.SERIES BIG IDEA: What Jesus accomplished on the cross is so big that we need different perspectives on the atonement to appreciate… Read more...
THE MORAL INFLUENCE VIEW OF THE ATONEMENTMessage by Josh Mutter – March 10, 2024
The atonement is the work of Jesus through his life, death and resurrection to reconcile humanity with God.SERIES BIG IDEA: What Jesus accomplished on the cross is so big that we need different perspectives on the atonement to appreciate… Read more...
THE HEALING MODEL OF THE ATONEMENTMessage by Josh Mutter – March 3, 2024
The atonement is the work of Jesus through his life, death and resurrection to reconcile humanity with God.SERIES BIG IDEA: What Jesus accomplished on the cross is so big that we need different perspectives on the atonement to appreciate what … Read more...
THE VICTORY MODEL OF THE ATONEMENTMessage by Josh Mutter – February 25, 2024
The atonement is the work of Jesus through his life, death and resurrection to reconcile humanity with God.SERIES BIG IDEA: What Jesus accomplished on the cross is so big that we need different perspectives on the atonement to appreciate … Read more...
THE PAYMENT MODEL OF THE ATONEMENTMessage by Josh Mutter – February 18, 2024
atonement: the work of Jesus through his life, death and resurrection to reconcile humanity with God.SERIES BIG IDEA: What Jesus accomplished on the cross is so big that we need different perspectives on the atonement to appreciate… Read more...
THIS SERMON HAS NO TITLEMessage by Terry Wiens- February 11, 2024
John 13:33-14:9 NIV My children, I will be with you only a little longer. You will look for me, and just as I told the Jews, so I tell you now: Where I am going, you cannot come. “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.… Read more...
LORD’S PRAYER: LEAD US NOT INTO TEMPTATIONMessage by Josh Mutter – February 4, 2024
Matthew 6:9-13 NIV “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And… Read more...
LORD’S PRAYER: FORGIVE US …Message by Josh Mutter – January 28, 2024
BIG IDEA: We will find peace when we engage in the practices of forgiveness.Matthew 6:9-13 NIV “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread.… Read more...
LORD’S PRAYER: GIVE US THIS DAY OUR DAILY BREADMessage by Christin Taylor – January 21, 2024
BIG IDEA: “Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread” teaches us that prayer is an act of submission and an act of petition.Matthew 6:9-13 NIV “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be … Read more...
LORD’S PRAYER: YOUR KINGDOM COMEMessage by Josh Mutter – January 14, 2024
BIG IDEA: Prayer connects us with God and his vision for our world. Matthew 6:9-13 NIV “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive… Read more...
OUR FATHERMessage by Josh Mutter – January 7, 2024
Matthew 6:5-6 NIV And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you pray, go into your room, close the door… Read more...
CHRISTMAS IS FOR US: CURIOSITYMessage by Josh Mutter – December 31, 2023
BIG IDEA: A little bit of curiosity can help us discover God’s presence in our lives.Matthew 2:1-12 NIV After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, “Where… Read more...
CHRISTMAS IS FOR US: LOVEMessage by Josh Mutter – December 17, 2023
BIG IDEA: The Christmas story reveals God’s inclusive love.Luke 2:8-18 NIV And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone… Read more...
CHRISTMAS IS FOR US: HOPEMessage by Josh Mutter – December 10, 2023
BIG IDEA: Our experience of God’s hope is not dependent on our unwavering faith.Luke 1:11-22 NIV Then an angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right side of the altar of incense. When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and was gripped… Read more...
NEPAL PEACE PROJECTMessage by Todd Lester – December 3, 2023
Be in Christ Church of Canada Global – Three areas of partnership1. Evangelism and church planting2. Leadership resourcing3. Relief and developmentLuke 4:18 NIV The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news… Read more...
THIS IS WESTHEIGHTSMessage by Josh Mutter – November 19, 2023
OUR MISSION: To help people find and follow Jesus.OUR VISION: To be a vibrant community of followers of Jesus that serves our neighbours by meeting needs and showing love.BIG IDEA: As followers of Jesus, we are a part of a purpose that is bigger than ourselves.… Read more...
PEACEFUL PRACTICES: CREATIVITYMessage by Josh Mutter – November 12, 2023
BIG IDEA: The Holy Spirit can reveal creative solutions that seem unimaginable.Acts 15:1-12 NIV Certain people came down from Judea to Antioch and were teaching the believers: “Unless you are circumcised, according to the custom taught … Read more...
PEACEFUL PRACTICES: DIGNITYMessage by Josh Mutter – November 5, 2023
BIG IDEA: To be a peacemaker means that we include action in our dialogue.Mark 11:15-19 NIV On reaching Jerusalem, Jesus entered the temple courts and began driving out those who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money… Read more...
PEACEFUL PRACTICES: AUTHENTICITYMessage by Josh Mutter – October 29, 2023
BIG IDEA: When we learn to suspend our judgement, we create room to share our perspective.###### 1. We are not equipped to handle judging others.
Genesis 3:6 NIV When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to … Read more...
PEACEFUL PRACTICES: EMPATHYMessage by Josh Mutter – October 22, 2023
BIG IDEA: Listening to understand will help us navigate our divisive differences.1. The difference between hearing and understanding is significant.Matthew 13:10-15 NIV The disciples came to him and asked, “Why do you speak to the … Read more...
PEACEFUL PRACTICES: DIALOGUEMessage by Josh Mutter – October 15, 2023
BIG IDEA: Dialogue will result in better things than debate.John 4:3-26 NIV
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A healthy dialogue begins with vulnerability.
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A healthy dialogue requires honest curiosity.
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A healthy dialogue leads to discovering things that were previously… Read more...
PEACEFUL PRACTICES: ENGAGEMENTMessage by Josh Mutter – October 8, 2023
BIG IDEA: As a community, we have the skills to help one another navigate conflict.1 Corinthians 12:12-31 NIV
The different approaches we have to conflict reflects the diversity that exists in the body of Christ.
– Our ability to navigate… Read more...
PEACEFUL PRACTICES: PRACTISING PEACEMAKING ACROSS DIFFERENCESMessage by Scott Morton Ninomiya – October 1, 2023
TAKING ROMANS 12 ON OUR RECONCILIATION JOURNEYSRomans 12:2 NIV Do not conform to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds.
A. Taking Romans 12:2 on our Reconciliation Journeys… Read more...
PEACEFUL PRACTICES: DISCOVERYMessage by Josh Mutter – September 24, 2023
Big Idea: Discovery gets us below the surface of a conflict to the heart of what really matters.Matthew 18:10-22 NIV “See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father… Read more...
PEACEFUL PRACTICES: CURIOSITYMessage by Josh Mutter – September 17, 2023
Big Idea: Having curiosity can help us explore the perspectives and experience of others.Acts 2:1-13 NIV “When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven… Read more...
PEACEFUL PRACTICES: INTRODUCTION Message by Josh Mutter – September 10, 2023
Big Idea: Being aware of God’s presence in our experiece of division and conflict is key to practising peace. Genesis 31:7 NIV “Go back to the land of your fathers and to your relatives, and I will be with you.”
1. To practise peace requires… Read more...
WISDOM & SUFFERING Message by Josh Mutter – September 3, 2023
Big Idea: When we are radically honest with God about our experiences of suffering, we find ourselves in a place to experience God’s wholeness and joy. Job 1:1 NIV In the land of Uz there lived a man whose name was Job. This man was blameless and upright;… Read more...
Introducing our Fall Teaching Series
As followers of Jesus, we are called to work towards right relationships in our daily lives and around the world. In a church and a world that is increasingly polarized, skills of conflict transformation and healthy dialogue are essential tools for living out our theology of peace. What… Read more...
PROVERBS: WISDOM OF WORDS Message by Dave Patterson – August 27, 2023
Big Idea: Our tongues are powerful instruments for building people up or tearing them down. If ever we needed God’s wisdom, it is to know how to tame the tongue! Proverbs offers tremendous insights. 1. Words Matter * God spoke creation into being. (Genesis
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PROVERBS: WISDOM & WORK Message by Josh Mutter – August 13, 2023
Big Idea: A healthy relationship with work will be life-giving.
Lesson 1: There is great potential in being diligent in our work. a) Diligence in our work provides for our needs. Proverbs 28:19 NIV Those who work their land will have abundant… Read more...
PROVERBS: WISDOM & ANGER Message by Josh Mutter – August 6, 2023
Big Idea: We need to learn to control our anger before it controls us.
Lesson 1: We need to understand the risks associated with our anger. a) Our anger can lead to regrets. Proverbs 14:17 NIV A quick-tempered person does foolish things …… Read more...
PROVERBS: WISDOM & FAMILY Message by Josh Mutter – July 30, 2023
Big Idea: Family relationships contain the power to help us thrive Lesson 1: We have the power to help our partner flourish. Proverbs 12:4 NIV A wife of noble character is her husband’s crown, but a disgraceful wife is like decay in his bones.
Lesson… Read more...
PROVERBS: WISDOM & FRIENDSHIP Message by Josh Mutter – July 23, 2023
Big Idea: Our friendships have the potential to make us better than we would otherwise be on our own. Lesson 1: A few good friends are better than a crowd of acquaintances. Proverbs 18:24 NIV One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin, … Read more...
God in the Valley Sermon on July 16, 2023 by Dr. Christin Wright-Taylor
“I can never escape from your Spirit! I can never get away from your presence! If I go up to heaven, you are there; if I go down to the grave, you are there.” – Psalms 139: 7-8 (NLT)
Big Idea! God’s current of love always runs to the lowest place.
Three Questions… Read more...
PROVERBS: WISDOM & MONEY Message by Josh Mutter – July 9, 2023
FIVE LESSONS FROM PROVERBS ABOUT HOW TO HAVE A HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP WITH MONEY Lesson #1: Working for our money is a good thing. Proverbs 6:6-8 NIV Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet… Read more...
INTRODUCTION TO PROVERBS: THE WISDOM OF GOD Message by Dave Patterson – July 2, 2023
Big Idea: Gaining wisdom for everyday life. Proverbs 1:1-7 NIV The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight; for receiving instruction in prudent behavior,… Read more...
RECONCILIATION Message by Josh Mutter – June 25, 2023
Big Idea: Our experience with Jesus’ love should cause us to see life through the lens of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:14-20 NIV For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died. And he died for all, that… Read more...
EXPLORING 1st PETER: VINDICATION Message by Josh Mutter – June 18, 2023
Big Idea: Jesus’ victory means that we can have hope, even when experiencing hardship. 1. Jesus’ death and resurrection means that we can be connected to God. 1 Peter 3:18 NIV For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous… Read more...
EXPLORING 1st PETER: HUMILITY Message by Josh Mutter – June 11, 2023
Big Idea: Humility helps us navigate life in partnership with God. 1 Peter 5:1-11 NIV To the elders among you, I appeal as a fellow elder and a witness of Christ’s sufferings who also will share in the glory to be revealed: Be shepherds of God’s flock that… Read more...
EXPLORING 1st PETER: CONTINUE TO DO GOOD Message by Josh Mutter – June 4, 2023
Big Idea: The difficulties we may experience because we follow Jesus are not the full story. 1 Peter 4:12-19 NIV Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening … Read more...
EXPLORING 1st PETER: SERVING GOD IN EVERYTHING Message by Christina Main – May 28, 2023
1 Peter 4:1-11 1 Peter 4:1-2 NLT So then, since Christ suffered physical pain, you must arm yourselves with the same attitude he had, and be ready to suffer, too. For if you have suffered physically for Christ, you have finished with… Read more...
EXPLORING 1st PETER: PRACTISING PEACEMessage by Josh Mutter – May 21, 2023
1 Peter 3:8-16 NIV Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called… Read more...
EXPLORING 1st PETER: IT’S COMPLICATEDMessage by Josh Mutter – May 14, 2023
Big Idea: All of our relationships are opportunities to point people to Jesus.1 Peter 2:11-12 NIV Dear friends, I urge you, as foreigners and exiles, to abstain from sinful desires, which wage war against your soul. Live such good… Read more...
EXPLORING 1st PETER: PURPOSEMessage by Josh Mutter – May 7, 2023
Big Idea: As followers of Jesus, we have a purpose that gives shape and meaning to our lives.1 Peter 2:4-10 NIV As you come to him, the living Stone—rejected by humans but chosen by God and precious to him— you also, like living stones, are being built into… Read more...
OFF THE AXISMessage by Chris Chase – April 30, 2023
Acts 4:23-36 NIV On their release, Peter and John went back to their own people and reported all that the chief priests and the elders had said to them. When they heard this, they raised their voices together in prayer to God. “Sovereign Lord,” they said, “you made the … Read more...
EXPLORING 1st PETER: LOVING ONE ANOTHERMessage by Josh Mutter – April 23, 2023
1 Peter 1:13-2:3 NIV Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived… Read more...
LIVING HOPEMessage by Josh Mutter – April 16, 2023
Big Idea: Followers of Jesus can have hope despite the pressures we may feel because of our faith.Reading Scripture:1. What does it say? 2. What does it mean? 3. What does it mean to me?
1 Peter 1:1-12 NIV Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To God’s elect, exiles scattered throughout… Read more...
EASTER SUNDAYMessage by Josh Mutter – April 9, 2023
Big Idea: Jesus can transform the fear of our uncertainty into the joy of purpose.Luke 24:36-53 NIV While they were still talking about this, Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, “Peace be with you.” They were startled and frightened, thinking they saw … Read more...
GOOD FRIDAYMessage by Josh Mutter – April 7, 2023
John 13:21-14:421 Now Jesus was in great anguish of spirit and exclaimed, “Yes, it is true—one of you will betray me.” 22 The disciples looked at each other, wondering whom he could mean. 23 Since I[a] was sitting next to Jesus at the table, being his closest friend,… Read more...
PALM SUNDAYMessage by Josh Mutter – April 2, 2023
Big Idea: Jesus’ journey to Jerusalem can shape our understanding of Good Friday and Easter SundayMatthew 21:1-11 NIV As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead… Read more...
GIVING UP: YOUR LIFEMessage by Terry Wiens – March 26, 2023
Starting Question: Did Jesus actually ask us to give up our lives for Him?Matthew 10:37-39 NIV “Anyone who loves their father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; anyone who loves their son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. Whoever does… Read more...
GIVING UP: ENEMIESMessage by Josh Mutter – March 19, 2023
Big Idea: Jesus invites us to replace our enemy hatred with enemy loveCounselling Resources – From time to time people ask us for directions about where to turn for counselling support. Here are the resources that we make available:
- Things to consider
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GIVING UP: IDEAS OF SUPERIORITYMessage by Josh Mutter – March 12, 2023
Big Idea: When we set aside our ideas of superiority, we are making room for good things to happenJohn 4:5-15 NIV So he came to a town in Samaria called Sychar, near the plot of ground Jacob had given to his son Joseph. Jacob’s well was there, and Jesus,… Read more...
GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESSMessage by Anita Giardina Lee – March 5, 2023
“Every passage of the Gospel of John is about Jesus. Not us. Not you. Not me. Jesus.” – Scot McKnight, Bible Scholar, AuthorJohn 8:2-11 NIV At dawn he appeared again in the temple courts, where all the people gathered around him,… Read more...
GIVING UP: CONTROLMessage by Josh Mutter – February 26, 2023
Big Idea: A right relationship with control is shaped by our relationship with GodMatthew 4:1-11 NIV Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. The tempter came … Read more...
BE IN CHRIST: JESUS CENTREDMessage by Josh Mutter – January 19, 2023
Big Idea: We are Jesus centred because Jesus gives us the full picture of God and God’s willHebrews 1:1-3 NIV In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son,… Read more...
BE IN CHRIST: OUR STORYMessage by Josh Mutter – February 12, 2023
Acts 2:37-41 NIV When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?” Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your… Read more...
SHALOM: JUSTICEMessage by Josh Mutter – February 5, 2023
Big Idea: We practise Shalom when we pursue fairness (justice) in our relationshipsJames 1:27 NIV Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by… Read more...
DEVELOPING A BIBLICAL IMAGINATIONMessage by Terry Kreutzkamp – January 29, 2023
How do we bridge the gap between our head and our heart?Big Idea: Our understanding of the Bible is enhanced by reading with an informed imagination1. What is the setting?
2. Ask questions about what is presented
Mark 5:24-34 NIV … Read more...
SHALOM: CANCELLEDMessage by Josh Mutter – January 22, 2023
Cancel Culture – what is it?”* Definition: A way of behaving in a society or group, especially on social media, in which it is common to completely reject and stop supporting someone because they have said or done something that offends you * In a cancel culture,
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SHALOM: US VS. THEMMessage by Josh Mutter – January 15, 2023
Big Idea: Practising Shalom means rejecting the absolute categories of “us vs them.”1. We practise shalom when we refuse to withhold ourselves from others
Matthew 5:43-49 NIV “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But… Read more...
An Intro to Shalom###### Big Idea: Our experience of Shalom will shape how we engage our relationships and can help us discern how we navigate these polarised times.
Shalom is about our reconciliation with God.
I will listen to what God the Lord says;
he promises peace to his people, his faithful servants—
but let them not turn to
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NEW YEARMessage by Josh Mutter – January 1, 2023
Big Idea: Pursuing God’s presence and guidance will lead us to what our hearts are looking for
- Our pursuit of “comforts” can lead us to lose track of what really matters
Haggai 1:2-4 (NIV) This is what the Lord Almighty says: “These people say,… Read more...
ADVENT: PEACEMessage by Josh Mutter – Dec 18, 2022
Big Idea: At Advent, we are celebrating how Jesus has come to bring us God’s peaceIsaiah 9:2-5 NIV The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned. You have enlarged the nation and increased their… Read more...
ADVENT: JOYMessage by Josh Mutter – December 11, 2022
JOYBig Idea: The joy of advent is not that things are good, but that Jesus is with us when things are NOT good1. Advent reminds us that real-life can cause us to feel powerless.
Luke 2:1-3 NIV In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken… Read more...
RELIEF, DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE IN THE NAME OF CHRISTMessage by Kim Lester – December 4, 2022
MENNONITE CENTRAL COMMITTEEMark 12:29-31 NIV “The most important one,” answered Jesus, “is this: ‘Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all … Read more...
ADVENT: HOPEMessage by Josh Mutter – November 27, 2022
HOPEIsaiah 2:2-5 NIV In the last days the mountain of the Lord’s temple will be established as the highest of the mountains; it will be exalted above the hills, and all nations will stream to it. Many peoples will come and say, “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the… Read more...
SABBATH – Part 2 Message by Josh Mutter – November 20, 2022
Big Idea: We need to discover the practice of Sabbath that works for us When we practice Sabbath, we are following Jesus He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the Sabbath day he went into the synagogue, as was his custom. He stood up to read… Read more...
HOW YOU GOT HERE ISN’T GOING TO GET YOU WHERE YOU’RE GOING Message by Tom Fenske – November 13, 2022
Big Idea: Personal growth requires you to change your behaviour and mindset based on your context 1. Examine and acknowledge your situation “How can the guests of the bridegroom mourn while he is with… Read more...
Intro to Sabbath Message by Joshua Mutter – November 6, 2022
Big Idea: The practice of Sabbath helps us find our balance for life. Practising Sabbath helps us understand who we are in light of who God is. “Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a sabbath… Read more...
Mission Moves Us Message by Joshua Mutter – October 30, 2022
Big Idea – When we are compassionate, we point people to Jesus
…let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. – Matthew 5:16 NIV
Jesus tells us that others will notice when the ways of the Kingdom… Read more...
Compassion Moves Us Message by Joshua Mutter – October 23, 2022
Helping others is not about getting a desired response, but is about living out who God has called us to be.
Big Idea: When compassion moves us, we are reflecting the heart of God.
Compassion is a part of God’s character.
And he [the Lord] passed in front of … Read more...
Jesus-Centricity Message by Jordan Taylor – October 16, 2022
Living a Jesus-centred life is first and foremost about putting your relationship with Jesus first.
Before you Gentiles knew God, you were slaves to so-called gods that do not even exist. So now that you know God (or should I say, now that God knows you)…… Read more...
Thanksgiving Message by Joshua Mutter – October 9, 2022
Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance and called out in a loud voice, “Jesus, Master, have pity on us!”
When he saw them,… Read more...
The Lord’s Supper Message by Joshua Mutter – September 25, 2022
Big Idea: The Lord’s Supper invites us to reflect on who we are as followers of Jesus.
In the following directives I have no praise for you, for your meetings do more harm than good. In the first place, I hear that when you come together as a church, there… Read more...
Engaging Our Neighbours Message by Joshua Mutter – September 25, 2022
Our Vision: A vibrant community of followers of Jesus that serves our neighbours by meeting needs and showing love.
Big Idea: We want to be making a positive impact on our neighbours.
The love that we have for our neighbours is an expression of our love… Read more...
Engaging With One Another Message by Joshua Mutter – September 18, 2022
We want to be in growing relationships with one another.
My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you… Read more...
Engaging Our Faith Message by Joshua Mutter – September 11, 2022
Big Idea: We want to be in a growing relationship with Jesus.
Why should we want to be in a growing relationship with Jesus?
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. If you … Read more...
Baptism Message by Joshua Mutter – September 4, 2022
Big Idea: Through baptism we celebrate what God has done in our lives and commit ourselves to the way of Jesus.
Baptism is an acknowledgement of our need for Jesus.
Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins…… Read more...
Who Will Go?
Message by Dave Patterson – August 28, 2022
Troubled Times
Isaiah 1:2,5,15-16
“I [God] reared children …but they have rebelled against me… Why do you persist in rebellion? …
When you spread out your hands in prayer, I will hide my eyes from you …your hands are full of
blood …Take your evil deeds
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What’s in Your Hand? Message by Dave Patterson – August 21, 2022
Today’s Question Today: What God Wants to Know: What’s in Your Hand? (A God Who Empowers)
Answering Our Objections Excuse #1 – Who am I? (Ex 3:11) … I am not capable!
God answers: I will certainly be with you. (Ex 3:12)
… the promise of the presence****… Read more...
Why are you so angry? Message by Joshua Mutter – August 14, 2022
Big idea: That God invites us to exchange our judgment of others for his approach of love
But to Jonah this seemed very wrong, and he became angry. He prayed to the Lord, “Isn’t this what I said, Lord, when I was still at home? That is what I tried to forestall… Read more...
What Are You Doing Here? Message by Joshua Mutter – August 7, 2022
Big idea: Just because something is too much for us, doesn’t mean that it is too much for God.
Now Ahab told Jezebel everything Elijah had done and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword. So Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah to say, “May the gods… Read more...
Why Are You Crying Out to Me? Message by Joshua Mutter – July 31, 2022
Big Idea: We are invited to look for God when life gets hard.
When the king of Egypt was told that the people had fled, Pharaoh and his officials changed their minds about them and said, “What have we done? We have let the Israelites go and have lost their … Read more...
Dedication to God Message by Charlene Neuman – July 24, 2022
God is inviting us to a life of consecration and dedication
Therefore I urge you, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies [dedicating all of yourselves, set apart] as a living sacrifice, holy and well-pleasing to God, which is your… Read more...
Where is your brother? Message by Josh Mutter – July 17, 2022
Big Idea: Our relationship with God shapes our relationships with others.
Now Abel kept flocks, and Cain worked the soil. In the course of time Cain brought some of the fruits of the soil as an offering to the Lord. And Abel also brought an offering—fat… Read more...
Where are you? Message by Josh Mutter – July 10, 2022
Big Idea: Where are you?
Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the Lord God had made. He said to the woman, “Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden’?”
The woman said to the serpent, “We may eat fruit from the trees in the garden,… Read more...
The Road to Peace Message by Chris Chase – July 3, 2022
On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. Now Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. When Martha heard that Jesus was coming,… Read more...
*Q&A – The Holy Spirit Message by Josh Mutter – June 19, 2022*
Question #1 – From the reading I’ve done the Holy Spirit should really be considered our right arm (or left if you’re a lefty) but since becoming a Christian 30 years ago it seems he is more like our appendix. Considering his critical… Read more...
Who is the Holy Spirit?
Message by Josh Mutter – June 12, 2022
How do you see God in your circumstances?
Big Idea: As we understand the Spirit, we understand how God is working in our circumstances.
The Holy Spirit is God
Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God
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Pentecost Message by Josh Mutter – June 5, 2022
“Don’t give simple answers to complex problems.”
Big Idea: The Holy Spirit helps us engage the mission of Jesus in the complexities of life. When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from… Read more...
Heartbeats!
Message by Trevor Main – May 29, 2022
BIG IDEA: Missons is the heartbeat of the body of Christ, the church.
“Now you are the body of Christ and each of you is a part of it.” I Corinthians 12:27 NIV
“He (Jesus) is the head of the body, the church . . .” Colossians 1:18 NIV
“The Son of Man came to seek and save the
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Tunnel Vision Message by Josh Mutter– May 22, 2022
Big Idea: Jesus challenges the tunnel vision of his followers because he doesn’t want them to miss out on something that is good.
Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?”
He said to them: “It is … Read more...
Uncertainty Message by Josh Mutter– May 15, 2022
Big Idea: The events of Easter help us understand what happens to Jesus’ followers when we die. Followers of Jesus can trust that we will not be forgotten.
“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that… Read more...
Mary Message by Josh Mutter– May 8, 2022
Who are the women in your life that have helped you follow Jesus?
Big Idea: The women in the Gospels show us what it looks like to follow Jesus
Observation #1 – Jesus’ followers humbly acknowledge their need for Jesus.
When one of the Pharisees invited Jesus to have dinner with … Read more...
What is your biggest regret?
Big Idea: Jesus frees us from the power of regret.
*Excuses* can keep us from doing what we know we ought to do and lead to regrets.
Peter replied, “Man, I don’t know what you’re talking about!” Just as he was speaking, the rooster crowed. The Lord turned and looked straight at Peter….And he went outside… Read more...
Transformative Thinking Message by Terry Wiens– April 24, 2022
While they were still talking about this, Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, “Peace be with you.”
They were startled and frightened, thinking they saw a ghost. He said to them, “Why are you troubled,
and why do doubts rise in your minds? Look at my hands… Read more...
Easter Message by Josh Mutter– April 17, 2022
Big Idea:Because Jesus is alive, there are new possibilities that are now possible.
On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they entered, they… Read more...
Palm Sunday Message by Josh Mutter– April 3, 2022
Big Idea: Jesus welcomes those whose faith is in process who choose to travel with him
After Jesus had said this, he went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem. As he approached Bethphage and Bethany at the hill called the Mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples, saying to them, … Read more...
The Way of the Cross
Message by Joshua Mutter – Wednesday, April 3, 2022
Big Idea: Jesus invites us to allow his journey to the cross to influence our lives.
Once when Jesus was praying in private and his disciples were with him, he asked them, “Who do the crowds say I am?”
They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others… Read more...
Making an Impact in the Lives of Others Message by Stephen Roy – March 27, 2022
One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the time of prayer—at three in the afternoon. Now a man who was lame from birth was being carried to the temple gate called Beautiful, where he was put every day to beg from those going into the … Read more...
What it Means to be Spiritual Message by Joshua Mutter – March 20, 2022
Big Idea: Jesus helps us understand what should be at the heart of our religious lives One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?”… Read more...
Jesus Helps Us Understand Ourselves Message by Joshua Mutter – March 13, 2022
Big Idea: Jesus helps us understand that our identity can be rooted in his love for us.
Point #1 – Jesus invites us to understand ourselves by following him.
One day as Jesus was walking along the shore of the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and … Read more...
Jesus Helps Us Understand God Message by Joshua Mutter – March 6, 2022
Big Idea: Jesus helps us understand God.
Observation: God wants us to know Him (Heb 1:1-2a) In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son… – … Read more...
Step Back Message by Joshua Mutter – February 27, 2022
Big Idea: Stepping back can help us see through distractions and (re)discover God’s purpose for our lives.
Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. The tempter came
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Jesus’ Family Tree Message by Anita Giardina Lee – February 20, 2022
Big Idea: Jesus welcomes us into his family tree and wants to be included in ours.
1. When we talk about Spiritual Legacy we are talking about discipleship (Matthew 28:16-20)
2. We hear about generational trauma, what about
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Committed Message by Josh Mutter – February 13, 2022
Big Idea: We want to be a church that is committed to one another. 1. We are committed to one another when we are invested in one another’s lives. 2. We are committed to one another when we choose to elevate others. 3. We are committed to one another when our focus is what
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Care Message by Josh Mutter – February 6, 2022
Big Idea: We want to be a church that cares for the needs of one another.
Being a church that cares starts with understanding our interconnectedness. …so that there should be no division in the body, but that its parts should have equal concern for each other. If one part suffers,
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Spiritual Cheerleaders Message by Josh Mutter – January 30, 2022
Big Idea: We want to be a church of spiritual cheerleaders for one another. 1. We are spiritual cheerleaders when we pray for the spiritual lives of one another. 2. We are spiritual cheerleaders when we work on understanding scripture together. 3. We are spiritual … Read more...
Serving Message by Josh Mutter – January 23, 2021
One Anothering * We want to be a safe church for one another * We want to practice grace with one another
Big Idea: We want to be a church that serves with one another. 1. We serve when we meet the practical needs of others. 2. We serve as a way to bring Jesus to others. 3. We serve together,
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Grace Message by Josh Mutter – January 16, 2021
Big Idea: We want to be a church that practices grace with one another. We practice grace when we remind each other of God’s forgiveness. …but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. – Romans 6:23 NIV
For it is by grace you have been saved, through … Read more...
Safe Message by Josh Mutter – January 9, 2021
Key Relationship: We want to be in authentic relationships with one another. Big Idea: We want to be a safe church for one another. Point #1 – We can be a safe church in our acceptance of one another.
Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you… – Romans… Read more...
Renewed Commitment Message by Josh Mutter – January 2, 2021
Point #1 – Jesus is the God who creates.
John 1:1-5 NIV
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. … Read more...
The Art of Pondering Message by Josh Mutter – December 26, 2021
“…Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.” – Luke 2:19 NIV
Will we allow ourselves the space to ponder the significance of our experiences?
Application:
- Recount the events of the past year
- Reflect on the significance
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Peace Message by Josh Mutter – December 19, 2021
Big Idea: Jesus introduces us to the life-giving peace of God. IS 9:2-5 NIV
The people walking in darkness
have seen a great light;
on those living in the land of deep darkness
a light has dawned.
You have enlarged the nation
and increased their joy;
they rejoice before you… Read more...
Joy Message by Josh Mutter – December 12, 2021
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds… – James 1:2 NIV
Big Idea – Joy is found when we recognize God’s presence in our circumstances Point #1 – Joy comes when we know that Jesus is with us in our suffering.… Read more...
A Life of Love Message by Melanie Wigg – December 5, 2021
A LIFE OF LOVE****
1 Corinthians 14:1 Let love be your highest goal!
Mark 12:30-31 And you must love the LORD your God with all your heart, all your soul, all your mind, and all your strength. The second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ No other… Read more...
God’s Ongoing Rescue Story Message by Josh Mutter – November 28, 2021
The people walking in darkness have seen a great light;
on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.
Isaiah 9:2 NIV
… to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.
John 1:12b NIV
The hope … Read more...
Practicing Grace With Others Message by Josh Mutter – November 21, 2021
Big Idea: Our experience with grace ought to result in sharing grace with others.
Practicing grace for others comes from having an accurate view of ourselves.
John 8:2-11 NIV
At dawn he appeared again in the temple courts, where all the people… Read more...
Practicing Grace For Ourselves Message by Josh Mutter – November 14, 2021
Big Idea: We practice grace for ourselves when we embrace God’s grace for us.
We practice grace for ourselves when we accept God’s no-strings-attached love for us.
What does the word “grace” mean for followers… Read more...
The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector Message by Josh Mutter – November 7, 2021
Questions to ask while reading the parables of Jesus
- What is this parable teaching me about God and his Kingdom?
- What is this parable teaching me about what it means to be a part of God’s Kingdom?
Luke 18:9-14 NIV
To some who were confident… Read more...
Parable of the Persistent Widow Message by Josh Mutter – October 31, 2021
Big Idea – Prayer is a practice that expresses our relationship with God.
Luke 18:1-8 NIV
Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up. He said: “In a certain town there was a judge who neither… Read more...
Parable of the Rich Man & Lazarus Message by Josh Mutter – October 24, 2021
Luke 16:19-31 NIV
“There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and lived in luxury every day. At his gate was laid a beggar named Lazarus, covered with sores and longing to eat what fell from the rich man’s table. Even the dogs … Read more...
A Lesson from Architecture Message by Todd Lester – October 17, 2021
Matthew 7:24
Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock.
YOU ARE BELOVED BY GOD
Ephesians 1:4-5
Even before He made the world, God loved us and chose us … and it gave Him great pleasure
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Parables of the Shrewd Manager Message by Josh Mutter – October 10, 2021
Luke 16:1-13 NLT
Jesus told this story to his disciples: “There was a certain rich man who had a manager handling his affairs. One day a report came that the manager was wasting his employer’s money. So the employer called him in and said, ‘What’s… Read more...
The Parables of the Lost Stuff Message by Josh Mutter – October 3, 2021
Luke 15:1-2 NIV
Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.”
Luke 15:3-10 NIV
Then Jesus told them this parable: … Read more...
The Parable of the Banquet Message by Terry Wiens — September 26, 2021
Luke 14:16-24 NLT
Jesus replied with this story: “A man prepared a great feast and sent out many invitations. When the banquet was ready, he sent his servant to tell the guests, ‘Come, the banquet is ready.’ But they all began making excuses. One said,… Read more...
Parable of the Rich Fool Message by Josh Mutter — September 19, 2021
Luke 13:18-21 NIV
Then Jesus asked, “What is the kingdom of God like? What shall I compare it to? It is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his garden. It grew and became a tree, and the birds perched in its branches.”
Again he asked, “What… Read more...
Parable of the Rich Fool Message by Josh Mutter — September 12, 2021
Luke 8:8-15 NLT
Someone in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.”
Jesus replied, “Man, who appointed me a judge or an arbiter between you?” Then he said to them, “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds … Read more...
Pastor Josh returned from vacation just in time to start off our new series, Kingdom Stories. His sermon examines the parable of the Sower, leading us on a journey to reflect on how we are responding to Jesus’ invitation to be a part of the Kingdom of God.
Parable of the Sower Message by Josh Mutter — September 5, 2021… Read more...
In today’s message, Pastor Char shared the story of Abigail, showing how a peace-focused posture in a time of conflict highlights God’s ability to transform a situation and the individuals involved.
Real People In God’s Story: Abigail Message by Charlene Neuman — August 29, 2021
Being a Jesus-follower… Read more...
To continue our series on Real People in God’s Story we invited a returning guest speaker, Bill Johnson, to come speak. When Bill heard about our series, he thought on how real people have real issues, and brought to us a message on John Mark, and how relationships, and humans, can be restored, through time, vulnerability,… Read more...
As we continue our series on Real People in God’s Story, we welcomed a guest speaker for this sermon. Laura Klaver comes from Pathway Community Church and has spoken for us before, and provides a great outlook on the importance of scripture interpretation in community, not just when reading it ourselves.
Real People… Read more...
If you’re just joining this series, welcome! During this sermon, Pastor Josh explores the ups and downs of attitude within the story of Jonah. Has your outlook or attitude towards a person or situation ever negatively impact your experience? Has this perception also made it feel like you’re not understood, … Read more...
Pastor Josh continues our series on Real People in God’s Story by focusing on commander Naaman, who had leprosy. Seeking healing, he goes to Elisha in Israel, his enemy, in hopes for healing from God. Josh explores topics of privilege, transformational love, vulnerability and community as we think how those can impede… Read more...
Continue with us during our Real People in God’s Story series as Pastor Josh talks about Rahab, sharing the role she has within the Israelites’ ability to conquer Jericho, and how she saved herself and her family because she recognized God’s hand within the events taking place. Pastor Josh dives deep into… Read more...
In this stimulating sermon as part of our Real People in God’s series, Pastor Josh shares the story of Jethro, Moses’ father-in-law, a man who heard the great miracles of how the Lord saved the Israelites, and declared God greater than any other Gods. Jethro also discerned Moses was struggling under the responsibilities… Read more...
In this week’s sermon, Pastor Josh breaks down the first chapter of Exodus, and highlights the true heroes of the chapter – Puah and Shiphrah – the midwives who save countless children by refusing to follow the demands of a king abusing his authority.
Even in times of persecution, of unspeakable horrors… Read more...
Journey with Christina Main through the conversation Nicodemus has with Jesus in the dark. Just like Nicodemus we can find ourselves holding on to unhelpful ideas and things and can be prone to keep them in the dark. Jesus invites us to bring these struggles to him, to bring our questions, and to accept his love and sacrifice.… Read more...
We are starting with a new sermon series this week. Pastor Josh speaks on the story of Hagar, the servant of Sarai and Abram (later known as Sarah and Abraham). Through Hagar’s story we look at how messy situations can affect us and how hard it is to understand purpose while we’re in pain. We reflect on how we can see… Read more...
In the final sermon of our Sermon on the Mount Series, Josh leads us in examining how we make decisions, and what to consider in how our beliefs and values can change the thinking process and final outcome. When we follow Jesus, our eyes on Him, and how in our daily lives we can practice Jesus’ teachings.
Sermon on the Mount: … Read more...
Have you ever had an encounter with someone that leaves you thinking you could have done that better? Reacted better, listened better? Humans are meant to be in relationship, but why is it so hard sometimes to do it right?
As we study the Sermon on the Mount, we see Jesus teach on how to be in relationship that reflects God’s… Read more...
Listen in as guest speaker Quincy Bergman, one of the pastors at the Oakville Parish of The Meeting House, walks us through Jesus’ parable of the Prodigal Son and explores the powerful truth that we are enough, wanted, and complete in Christ.
To watch this message on YouTube, click here.… Read more...
What are your priorities this summer? What would you say they are on a more long-term scale? We all have priorities. These are the things that are important to us and direct our time, resources, and energy. Priorities inform our to-do lists. They shape our decisions and the way we see the world.
As we study the Sermon on the Mount,… Read more...
Have you ever told someone that things are fine, but in reality, they aren’t? We might do this in our spiritual life as well. We can face the temptation to present ourselves as people who always have our acts together, who know the right answers and do the right things, when in reality what’s inside of us might not … Read more...
As we read through the Sermon on the Mount we might find some things that we think sound like good ideas, but we might struggle to put them into practice. We might have nurtured patterns of thinking that are different from what Jesus is talking about. But the Sermon on the Mount is not just a list of rules – it’s a description… Read more...
The Sermon on the Mount is not just practical moral teaching or another set of rules to follow, but a description of what it would look like if we let our encounters with Jesus take over our lives. Below we’ll continue to unpack the things we learn about the Kingdom of God in the passage, and explore some ways that you and I … Read more...