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The New Beginnings Lakeside Church podcast features messages from our weekly services meant to help you grow in your relationship with God. Most teachings are verse-by-verse through books and passages of the Bible. Get ready to go in-depth, get real, and get practical. Visit us at www.nblakeside.org or download the New Beginnings Lakeside Church app.
In 2 Samuel 18, David's rebel son Absalom meets a terrible end. Pastor David shows us what we can learn from the story's three main characters, Absalom, Joab, and David, and how God did for us in Christ what David only wished he could do for Absalom.
As David went on the run from his son Absalom, many people thought his kingdom was coming to an end. But God's sovereign hand was preserving David even in this dark time. Pastor Doug preaches a message from 2 Samuel 16-17.
David's passivity made Absalom ripe for rebellion. In Absalom's betrayal of David and David's subsequent exile, we see a vivid picture of David's future descendant: Jesus Christ. Pastor David Horner preaches from 2 Samuel 14-15 in this sermon titled, "A Tale of Three Kings".
When David's son Amnon gave way to his lust for Tamar, tragedy ensued. 1 Corinthians 10 tells us that these stories are written down for our instruction so that we may not desire sin. Pastor Doug preaches on the realities of lust from 2 Samuel 13.
When we sin and fail miserably, does that mean God is done with us? 2 Samuel 12 shows us this isn't so. After David's biggest failure, God pursued him demonstrating the extent to which his grace goes to rescue sinners.
After David committed adultery with Bathsheba, he engaged in an elaborate cover-up, even having her husband Uriah killed in an effort to keep his sin secret. The passage reveals the deceptive and dangerous nature of sin, often having a snowball effect in our lives. Pastor Doug preaches from this passage in a message titled, "The Call of Conviction".
David stayed back while his army went out and found himself gazing and lusting after a woman named Bathsheba. David's temptation led to his adultery with Bathsheba, a decision that would bring tremendous consequences in his life. In this sermon, Pastor Doug shows us how to deal with the temptation and reminds us of the perfect King who died so that even our greatest failures can be forgiven.
When David offered kindness to Mephibosheth, he received it and was invited to eat at David's table. But when David offered kindness to Hanun, he rejected it and declared war on David. In the contrast of these two stories we see a picture of Christ who offers his kindness to us, and the difference between receiving or rejecting that kindness.
In the midst of his success, David reflected God's heart to Jonathan's son Mephibosheth. In his actions, we see a picture of Christ's heart toward us.
When God says no, it can dissapoint us but it ought to excite us! Every "no" from God is dripping with as much grace as every "yes" and David learned that in 2 Samuel 7. Although David wanted to build God a house (temple), God said no and promised to build David a house (dynasty), finding its culmination in the Son of David: Jesus Christ.
When David brought the ark to Jerusalem the right way, a huge celebration ensued. David worshiped God with reckless abandon, unashamed and unapologetic. How does this reflect what our lives ought to look like as we live lives of worship to God? Pastor Doug preaches from 2 Samuel 6:5-23.
Today we return to an episode in the life of David where the ark of God is brought back to Jerusalem. It's a wonderful moment until a man named Uzzah reaches out and touches the ark. Pastor Doug preaches on 2 Samuel 6:1-8 in a message titled, "The Right Thing, The Wrong Way."
In 2 Samuel 5, the rightful King of Israel finally takes the throne. The results: enemies are conquered, the people flourish, and God moves powerfully. This episode in King David's life shows us a picture of what happens when we give the throne of our hearts to the rightful King, Jesus.
Abner makes a covenant with David to help make him king over all of Israel, but Joab has other plans. David doesn't want his kingdom to be one of bloodshed but rather of welcoming his enemies as friends.
In 2 Samuel 2, David is finally anointed King over Judah, but the battle is not over. David trusts God's purposes while Abner lived according to his own purposes and tried to anoint a different man King. In this episode, we are reminded of Jesus who fulfilled God's purposes and made whole what sin had divided and destroyed. Pastor Trey McClain teaches from 2 Samuel 2.
When Saul and Jonathan die, David doesn't celebrate but laments and remembers these men. Pastor Doug Horner teaches from 1 Samuel 31 and 2 Samuel 1.
David was no perfect man, but he returned to the Lord time and again to find grace. In contrast, Saul went his own way and never repented. He wanted God's benefits but not God's rule in His life. In 1 Samuel 28 and 30, we see the contrast between a man who is faithful in his pursuit of God (David) and a man who, in the end, has found himself abandoned by God in his unrepentance. Pastor Doug preaches a message titled, "Faithful in the Pursuit of God."
Have you ever removed God from the equation and started making decisions that solely made sense to your own heart? That's exactly what David does in 1 Samuel 27 and it leads to a cascading avalanche of bad decisions and consequences in his life. Thankfully, David escapes his self-destructive summit in 1 Samuel 29 & 30 by the grace of God. Today Pastor David Horner shows us how we are susceptible to the same thing in our lives in a message titled, "The Avalanche of Godless Choices."
Saul takes 3,000 men to go kill David but God protects David once again. David spares Saul's life a second time, entrusting himself to God and moving in step with the Lord. Pastor Doug Horner preaches on this episode of David's life from 1 Samuel 26 in a sermon called "Moving With The Lord."
Human beings long for justice, but tainted by sin, that longing often becomes hate-fueled vengeance. David experienced this dynamic when he was insulted by a man named Nabal, and almost did something he would regret. But God sent Abigail to stop him and remind him of God's promises to him. In 1 Samuel 25, we are reminded that David was not a perfect King – but that we need a better King who can perfectly enact both justice and mercy, and who overcomes evil with good.
On the run and in a cave, David is presented with a prime opportunity to kill Saul. But instead of killing Saul, David decides to entrust himself to God and wait on his timing to ascend to the throne. Pastor Trey McClain preaches a message called "Lessons from the Cave" from 1 Samuel 24.
David is on the run and narrowly escapes Saul's clutches, even while saving the inhabitants of Keilah. Pastor Doug Horner shows us that we need to trust God's will as we look at 1 Samuel 23.
What can turn a group of distressed, indebted, discontented people into courageous, self-sacrificing, renown people? Only God's chosen King. This week, as we observe how King David transformed his Mighty Men, we see a picture of how Jesus transforms us. Pastor David Horner preaches a message from 1 Samuel 22:1-2 and 2 Samuel 23:8-23.
When David is forced to flee town, he has a temporary lapse in faith. He lies to the priest and then flees to the enemy Philistines. Meanwhile, Saul hunts him and in the process kills the priests. In the midst of it all, God is graciously protecting David. Pastor Doug Horner preaches from 1 Samuel 21-22 in this message called "When Life Has You On The Run."
Today Pastor Billy Thompson takes us through 1 Samuel 20 and shows us the significance of the covenant that Jonathan and David make before David is forced to flee town for good.
In 1 Samuel 19, Saul's murderous intentions against David are no longer a secret and David is forced to flee. From this time on, he will live as an exile until he comes to the throne. Peter described the Christian life as the life of an exile. Since our citizenship is in heaven, all those in Christ live as exiles on this earth. This week Pastor David preaches a message about "Living in Exile" from 1 Samuel 19.
The prophet Samuel, whom God used to establish the kingship in Israel and anoint King David, had a godly mother. Hannah, who was barren, prayed to the Lord and God gave her Samuel. The impact that a godly mother has on a life can't be measured. Pastor Doug Horner preaches on Hannah's prayer in 1 Samuel 1.
In the aftermath of David's battle with Goliath, his name was on the rise. But his greatness brought polarizing responses. Jonathan, Michal, and most all of Israel loved him, but Saul was being consumed with jealousy. The varying responses to David's rise depict the varying responses people have to God's Messiah, Jesus Christ. Pastor David preaches from 1 Samuel 18 in a message titled, "Do you love him or hate him?"
David vs. Goliath. The runt of his family vs. the giant of the Philistines. David did the unthinkable and defeated Goliath because he trusted in a God who was bigger than Goliath. David's great faith is seen in his battle with Goliath and challenges us to put our faith in the God who is bigger than anything we face.
God's chosen King was "a man after his own heart". In 1 Samuel 16, God takes David from the sheep pastures and anoints him as King over Israel because he was this man. Ultimately, David's anointing as King points us to Jesus Christ, the "Messiah" or "Anointed One".
Saul was the first King of Israel and started off well. But it soon became apparent that he cared more about his own glory than God's glory. Some foolish and disobedient decisions by Saul led God to reject him as King and set the stage for a new King to arise.
He is risen! Jesus' tomb was empty on Sunday morning. His tomb was our tomb – he paid the penalty of death for our sin and defeated the grave on our behalf. All glory to Him!
Saul of Tarsus received new direction in his life when he encountered the resurrected Jesus on the road to Damascus. Pastor Doug preaches on the conversion of Saul in Acts 9:1-31.
If you've ever made a mess in or of your life, the resurrected Jesus has good news. He's the God who is eager to restore us, especially after our biggest failures, and make us new by His unending supply of grace. Today, Pastor David looks at Peter's story of restoration from John 21 in a message titled, "Resurrection Restoration".
The disciples on the road to Emmaus had their eyes opened when the resurrected Jesus appeared to them and explained how all of Scripture points to Him. Pastor Doug preaches on this account in a message titled, "Jesus Opens".
When Jesus appeared to His disciples after his resurrection, he gave them new peace, new purpose, new power, and a new perspective. Pastor David shares about how we can experience the newness of resurrection life in this message called, "This Changes Everything".
In Ruth 4, Boaz goes to the town gate to publicly redeem Ruth. Because Boaz redeemed Ruth, she ended up with a life far beyond what she could imagine – even becoming the great grandmother of King David and landing in the lineage of Jesus Christ! As we see the sacrifices Boaz made for Ruth and his public pursuit of her, we are reminded of how Christ has redeemed us! Pastor Doug finishes our series in Ruth with this message titled, "Redemption".
What's the boldest risk you have ever taken? In Ruth 3, Naomi devises a plan to get Ruth together with Boaz – the kinsman redeemer. It's bold and risky, but will it pay off? Time to lay it all on the line, and "Define the Relationship"! Pastor David preaches from Ruth 3:1-18.
The nation of Israel was in trouble. It had been divided into north and south, and a long succession of evil kings had deteriorated the moral fabric of the culture. No king was more evil than Ahab who was heavily influenced by his wife Jezebel. Together, they made Baal worship the state-sponsored religion. But in the midst of this ungodly culture, God raised up a bold prophet: Elijah. Our culture is not much different from Elijah's. What did it look like for a godly man like Elijah to stand up in the midst of an ungodly culture? We can learn from Elijah what it looks like to be a man of God today.
Ruth found favor in the fields of Boaz, and when Naomi found out, she told her to remain in that field! Pastor Doug preaches from Ruth 2 in a message titled, "Remaining in His Blessing."
As Naomi returned to the land of Israel, she felt like God's hand was against her. So much tragedy had befallen her life. How are we to interpret our suffering? Do hard times mean that God's hand has gone out against us? Pastor Doug preaches on Ruth 1:19-22.
When tragedy struck Naomi's family, she went back to the Lord. But as she returned from Moab to Israel, she didn't return alone. Ruth, her daughter-in-law, clung to her while her other daughter-in-law Orpah kissed her goodbye. By clinging to Naomi and coming to Israel, Ruth was declaring her faith in the God of Israel. Pastor Doug preaches on Ruth 1:6-18 in this message titled, "Get Back to the Lord".
The book of Ruth is a story of God's providence in every day life. The story, set against the backdrop of the period of the Judges, opens with a family leaving the land of Israel behind during a famine to sojourn in Moab. But would running from the land of God fix their problems? As it turns out, it didn't fix anything. From the story of Elimelech, Naomi, and their two sons, Pastor David reminds us where to turn in times of trouble and encourages us to come back to the land of the Lord.
Pastor Billy Thompson examines the way that God instructed Israel to celebrate not only their new year (the Feast of Trumpets), but also the Sabbath Year and the Year of Jubilee. In doing so, he draws out some important principles for us to carry into the new year.
The Shepherds were the first to find out about the newly born baby Jesus. An angel announced the gospel to them, even though they were considered societal outcasts. In this special Christmas Eve service, Pastor Doug, Pastor David, Joel Horner, and Nathan Crowe all share from Luke 2 about the Shepherds.
Pastor Doug preaches on the Wise Men from the east that visited Jesus as a child. These wise men, who were likely influenced by Daniel of the Old Testament, pursued the prophecies they had access to in order to find Jesus. They came and offered their sacrificial worship in the form of three gifts, which each had special significance.
Pastor Doug continues in our Christmas series called "Christmas Gifts" preaching on Simeon and Anna, two faithful followers of the Lord who encountered Jesus as a baby.
This is part 1 of our series called "Christmas Gifts". Pastor David preaches on "The Gift of Obedience" and how Jesus' obedience is at the heart of the Christmas story, along with the obedience of Mary and Joseph as seen in various passages such as Luke 2, Matthew 1, Ephesians 2, and Philippians 2.
In this message, Pastor Doug closes our series "Thankful" by talking about Glorification – the moment when we will see Christ and our salvation will be complete!
Today we continue in a new 3-week mini series called "Thankful" about how the Gospel transforms us into thankful people. Pastor David preaches from various passages about sanctification, the process whereby God is transforming Christians into the image of Jesus Christ and therefore, is transforming them into thankful people.
The Gospel transforms us into people of gratitude who give thanks to God. In this series, we explore three aspects of salvation: justification, sanctification, and glorification and how each relates to giving God thanks. Today Pastor Doug teaches from Romans 5:1-11 on justification and how the fact that God declares us righteous through faith in Christ should make us thankful people.
Matthew closes with Jesus risen and proclaiming "all authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me." It's on the basis of this all-encompassing authority that Jesus commands us to go and make disciples of all nations. Pastor Doug teaches on this Great Commission from Matthew 28:16-20.
How can we explain the empty tomb? The chief priests and elders tried to cover up the truth in Matthew 28:11-15 by saying that Jesus' disciples stole the body. But have the chief priests and the opponents of Christianity through the ages really given us the best explanation of the facts, or does the evidence show that Jesus rose from the dead? Pastor David preaches on Matthew 28:11-15.
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the most significant event in the history of the world. What can we learn about it from Matthew's account? What implications does it have for our lives? Pastor David Horner preaches on Matthew 28:1-10.
Today Pastor Doug finishes Matthew 27, talking about the significance of Jesus' burial and how the providence of God is seen in it.
Today Pastor Doug talks about what Jesus did in the days between his death and resurrection in a message entitled, "Jesus is Our Ark" from 1 Peter 3:18-22.
Immediately after Jesus died, some incredible things took place. Pastor Doug preaches a message entitled, "God Moves" from Matthew 27:45-54.
The cross is at the center of Scripture. The Old Testament looks forward to it. The New Testament looks backwards at it. Today we consider the wondrous cross and what Jesus was doing as He died for us. Pastor David teaches from Matthew 27:27-50.
Pilate asked: “What shall I do with Jesus who is called Christ?” The same question is posed to each of us. Pastor Doug preaches on Jesus' trial before Pilate in Matthew 27:1-26.
Jesus' illegal trial was run by people who denied him. Not only did his enemies deny Him, but so did his friends. Pastor David preaches through Matthew 26:57-75 in a message entitled, "Denying Jesus".
Jesus' final moments before his betrayal were spent in Gethsemane, praying to His Father. This was the place of final preparation before He went to the cross. Pastor Doug takes us through Jesus' time in Gethsemane in Matthew 26:30-56.
On the evening he was betrayed, Jesus shared one last meal with his disciples. The significance of this moment extends into our present day. Pastor David teaches on the Lord's Supper in a message entitled "One Last Meal" from Matthew 26:17-30.
Jesus described the final judgment like a shepherd that separates sheep from goats. There are only two options: sheep or goat; believer or unbeliever; heaven or hell. What is the difference between the two? Pastor David talks about that in this message on Matthew 25:31-46.
Jesus told the parable of the talents so that we would understand that 1) everything we have is from God and 2) God expects us to use it for his glory until Christ returns. Pastor Doug teaches on being a faithful servant from Matthew 25:14-30.
Jesus told us what to look for in preparation for His coming in Matthew 24. But he made it clear that no one knows the hour or day when he is coming back. Therefore, we must always be ready. In Matthew 25, Jesus tells the parable of the 10 virgins to illustrate this important truth.
As we get ready to transition from Matthew 24 to 25, Pastor Doug gives an overview of the doctrine of the rapture seen throughout Scripture.
Jesus said that no one knows the hour or the day of his coming, so we shouldn't try to predict it. What we should do instead, is always be ready! Pastor Doug encourages us to this in this sermon over Matthew 24:36-51.
In Matthew 24, Jesus talked about the last days culminating with his glorious return. It all leads up to this! Pastor Billy Thompson teaches about the 2nd coming of Christ from Matthew 24:23-35.
In Matthew 24, Jesus told his disciples what to look for in anticipation of the destruction of the temple and his eventual return. Today Pastor David talks about the sure sign of the end: "the abomination of desolation".
Happy Father's Day! In Matthew 24, Jesus told his disciples what to look for in anticipation of the destruction of the temple and his eventual return. What are the signs of the ends times? Pastor Doug preaches on Matthew 24:1-8 in a message called, "The Signs – Part 1".
Jesus confronted the blindspots of the religious leaders in Matthew 23. As we look at what he had to say to them, we can understand the blindspots that we have and the way to remedy them in Christ. Pastor Doug preaches on Matthew 23:25-39.
Jesus didn't hold back when he confronted the religious leaders in Matthew 23. As he called them out on their blind spots, they fumed with rage and plotted how to kill him. Today, Pastor Trey McClain preaches on Matthew 23:1-24.
When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment is, he gave one of the most profound replies the world has ever heard: love God and love People. Listen today to Pastor David preach from Matthew 22:34-40.
Jesus' enemies sought to discredit him by putting Him to the test – but they utterly failed. In the process Jesus taught us much about God and government, marriage and the resurrection, the greatest commandment, and His own divine identity.
In Matthew 21 and 22, Jesus was rejected by the religious leaders of the Jews, just as many reject Him today – either rejecting his authority, his commands, his invitation, or he himself. Watch this message from Pastor Doug Horner called, "Rejecting the Way".
In Matthew 21, Jesus did two things that rub a lot of people the wrong way: he cleansed the temple and cursed a fig tree. Why did Jesus do these things and what would he have for us to learn? Pastor David preaches on Matthew 21:12-22 in a messaged called, "Fruitless".
As Jesus made his final approach to Jerusalem, he predicted his death and resurrection for a third time, taught his disciples that greatness is measured by servanthood, and healed two blind men. Pastor Doug preaches on Matthew 20:17-34.
In God's kingdom, the last are first, the least are the greatest, the humble get exalted. It's an upside down kingdom because it is a kingdom ruled by God's grace. In Matthew 19:27-16:20, Jesus tells a parable to illustrate this truth.
On this Palm Sunday, as we celebrate the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem seen in Matthew 21, we look at one of the most striking prophecies of the Old Testament. In Daniel 9, Daniel prophesied the exact day that the Messiah would arrive as the King – the King who had come to die.
In Matthew 19:13-26, Jesus encounters a rich young man seeking eternal life. Jesus' invitation to to this young man is the same invitation he gives to all people who want the life that only Jesus can give. Pastor David preaches from this story in a message entitled, "Choose Jesus Over Everything."
In Matthew 19:1-12, Jesus deals with the tough topics of marriage, divorce, and singleness. Pastor Doug takes us through the passage in this sermon.
How do we deal with sin in the family of God? Jesus answers that question in Matthew 18:15-35 by telling us to confront it and forgive it. Pastor David takes us through Jesus' process of confrontation, restoration, and forgiveness as seen in Matthew 18 and the parable of the unmerciful servant.
Jesus says that those with child-like humility will enter the kingdom of heaven. Pastor Doug preaches on what it is to be a child of God in Matthew 18:1-14.
The transfiguration was a mountain top experience. But what happens when we come back down the mountain? In Matthew 17:9-27, Jesus brings his disciples back down the mountain. Teaching by Pastor David Horner.
Pastor Doug Horner preaches from Matthew 16:21-17:8 on Jesus’ rebuke of Peter, the cost of discipleship, and the transfiguration.
In Matthew 16:1-20, Jesus asks a pivotal question to the disciples: who do you say that I am? It's the most important question that we must all answer.
In Matthew 15:21-39, after correcting the Pharisees' misunderstanding of what makes someone "clean", Jesus encountered a woman and a crowd of people that would be considered by the standards of that day, "unclean". What he did for them was shocking to most, but great news for us.
In Matthew 15:1-20, Jesus deals with opposition from the Pharisees, who had set up thousands of traditions in an attempt to cover up the godlessness of their hearts. Jesus had come to fix what was truly broken.
Jesus invited Peter out of the boat to walk on the water with Him. If we want to be where the Lord is, we have to get out of the boat and walk on the water. Pastor Doug preaches on this famous passage that changed his life.
Jesus took a tiny amount – 5 fish and 2 loaves – and multiplied it to feed thousands. In doing so, He revealed to his disciples that he can take their insufficiencies and use them for his glory. Watch this message on Matthew 14:1-21 called "Fish and Loaves".
Jesus tells parables of the treasure in the field, the pearl of great price, the casting of the nets, and the scribe. Pastor Doug breaks down these parables in this message.
As the kingdom of heaven advances, the enemy tries to infiltrate and spoil God's work. But he will not prevail. Pastor David teaches on the parables of the weeds, mustard seed, and leaven from Matthew 13:24-43.
Jesus' parables were confounding to some but revealed truth about the kingdom of heaven to those who were truly listening. We begin Jesus' parables in Matthew 13 by looking at one of the most famous parables: the parable of the sower.
The Pharisees revealed the true condition of their hearts when they attributed the work of Jesus to Satan.
The Pharisees had taken the Sabbath, meant to be a day of rest and refreshment, and turned it into a day of burden. In this passage Jesus explains what it means that he came to "give us rest".
The generation of Jesus had a much worse condition than John who struggled with doubt – they were plagued by unbelief.
Have you ever dealt with doubt? Even John the Baptist dealt with it. In this passage, we see how Jesus responds to doubt and learn how we can deal with it in our lives.
Jesus continues to describe what his disciples can expect in life as they go on mission for him.
Jesus warns his disciples of the impending opposition they will face as they go on mission for him.
After telling his disciples to pray for the Lord to send workers into the harvest field, Jesus answers that prayer by sending them out on mission.
Jesus had the authority to do what only God can do – forgive sin. In this message, Pastor Doug teaches on the healing of the paralytic and the call of Matthew from Matthew 9:1-17.
There is an unseen war happening in the spiritual realm. When King Jesus came to earth, it's no surprise that He clashed with the forces of darkness, the demonic, the satanic. But Jesus displays his authority over the spiritual realm by casting out a legion of demons from two men who desperately needed Him. Even the demons must submit to Him!
Not only did Jesus display his authority over the physical realm by healing illness – he displayed his authority over the natural realm by calming a raging storm on the sea of Galilee. This authoritative king invites all to follow Him, but not without first counting the cost.
Pastor David gives a brief overview of rules and tips to keep in mind when reading different biblical genres such as narrative, law, prophets, poetry, wisdom, gospel, Acts, letters, and apocalypse.
Having a daily devotional time is such an essential part of walking with Christ. But it is not always possible, in the 30 minutes or 1 hour we spend in the morning or evening, to do an intensive Bible study. Here are 11 devotional study methods you can use in your devotional time to better meditate upon and understand God's word.
The Bible is not like other books – only with the help of the Holy Spirit can we truly understand and accept it the way that God intends and then apply it to our lives.
Context is the #1 tool in determining the meaning of words, phrases, verses, concepts, and even whole books. When we read the Bible out of context, we can make it say whatever we want. But when we read it in context, we truly unlock its meaning.
As we interpret the Bible, we are attempting to answer the question, "What does this mean?" We need a process to understand both the easy and the difficult passage of Scripture. The interpretive journey is a process designed to help us think through passages of Scripture by asking 1) what did it mean to the original audience? 2) what differences exist between us and the original audience? 3) what is the theological main point of the passage? 4) what does the rest of the Bible have to say? and 5) what should individual believers do in obedience to this passage today?
God not only cares about what we do, He cares about WHY we do it. In this passage, Jesus cuts to the heart of what motivates us and encourages to practice right living for God alone and not for the praise of other people.
Pastor Doug continues on in Matthew 5, as Jesus reveals God's heart regarding the laws of oaths, retaliation and love for enemies.
In this 8-part series, Pastor David Horner takes us on a journey of learning how to study the Bible. In this session, we learn about the 7 stops our Bibles took to get from God to us. From the divine author to the human authors, to the autographs and the manuscripts, from the critical text to translation, a lot has had to take place in order for us to even have a Bible to study.
Jesus takes us to the heart of God's law, showing us that the commandments are about more than external obedience. In doing so, he reveals how much we truly need him.
Pastor Billy Thompson teaches us about how Christ fulfills the law and all that that means.
Christians are called to be distinct and share the flavor and light of Christ with the world. In this message, Pastor Billy Thompson preaches on Jesus' mandate to be the salt and light of the world.
Jesus Christ is perfect – when tempted by the devil in the wilderness, He stood firm and remained sinless. Because He is our perfect King, we can be sure that He is our perfect sacrifice as well. Listen to this message on Jesus as the Perfect King from Pastor Doug Horner.
John the Baptist was the man tasked with making way for the King. He prepared the way for the Lord by calling people to repent, turning from their sin and turning to God. His message is as relevant as ever for us today.
Pastor Doug Horner shares the story of Mary this mother's day as we continue our study in the Gospel of Matthew. Mary was a person submitted to God's will and made way in her life for God to move. God invites us to do the same!
Matthew 2 describes some significant events in Jesus' early years like the visit of the Magi, the escape to Egypt, and Herod's massacre. Pastor Doug Horner takes us through it verse by verse in this message.
Today we begin a new series in the Gospel of Matthew called "Make Way for the King". In this message, Pastor David Horner breaks down the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1:1-17, showing us that Jesus is the rightful King, a gracious King, and the coming King.
Palm Sunday is the beginning of the end. On it, Jesus arrived on a colt in Jerusalem to cries of "Hosanna!" But what is the significance of this momentous occasion and what was Jesus communicating? Pastor David Horner dives into the Old Testament concept of Messiah to show us what Palm Sunday is all about in this message called, "The Misunderstood King".
In this message, Pastor TJ Rodriguez shows us how the disciples, specifically Peter, had an understanding of who Jesus was but a misunderstanding of what he truly came to do. This is nowhere more evident than in Matthew 16, where Jesus asks his disciples "Who do you say I am?" Oftentimes, we also misunderstand Jesus' mission and try to get him on our own agenda rather than submitting to his.
A lot of people view church like a cruise ship – a few paid staff do all the work while the rest of us are along for the ride. But God's vision is for the body of the church to grow to maturity as every saint engages in the work of ministry. Pastor David Horner takes us through Ephesians 4:1-16.
Pastor Doug Horner surveys what the Bible has to say about money and how a generous heart characterizes the follower of Jesus.
Pastor David Horner shares why, as disciples of Jesus, we must be following, being changed by, and committed to the mission of Jesus.
Pastor Doug Horner shares the importance of casting out our nets and being people of evangelism.
Pastor Doug Horner shares why worship must be one of our core values and shape who we are as people.
The early church devoted themselves to prayer. Pastor David preaches from Matthew 6 as we learn what Jesus taught us about prayer and how we can devote ourselves to it.
Pastor David Horner explains the two ordinances that Jesus gave the church, and why we should value them and allow them to shape who we are.
Pastor Doug Horner shares about how the early church was dedicated to fellowship and how this value should mark our lives today.
In this series, we explore the core values of New Beginnings – the things that shape who we are and what we do. Today, we begin by looking at our first core value: the Word of God and how it helps us achieve Christ's mission for us of Winning, Building, and Sending people for Him.
Romans 16 may seem like a lot of irrelevant names that Paul lists off as he is closing his letter. But there is a lot here for us to learn and apply to our lives. Pastor David Horner closes our study in the book of Romans with this message called, "A Farewell Postcard."
Pastor David Horner shares a message about Christian liberties, matters of conscience, and how believers can maintain unity by keeping second things second.
Pastor Billy Thompson shares from Romans 13:8-14 on how the debt of every Christian is to continue on in loving one another.
Becky Doughty shares a message about God's peace at the 2021 Ladies Christmas Tea on Saturday, December 4th, 2021.
Have you ever stopped to think about all the reasons you have to be thankful? Pastor Noah Hayden points out just a few in this Thanksgiving message.
Every Christian lives under a governing authority of some sort – federal, state, local, police, emperor, dictator, etc. How does God want us to relate to the governing authority that we live under? Romans 13 is the crucial passage, explaining how we submit to God through our relationship to the government.
God's agape love transforms us. When we live according to God's agape love, we are living according to God's will.
In Romans 12:3, Paul begins showing us how "the renewed mind" thinks, and how this leads us to use our spiritual gifts to serve another. As we serve one another with our gifts, the Church is built up, more people come to know Christ, and God's kingdom is advanced.
"What is God's will for my life?" Nearly every believer has asked this question. In Romans 12:1-2, we learn the key to understanding the will of God.
The nation of Israel still has place in God's grand plan. In Romans 11, Paul shares about the glorious future planned for them. In this study, we finish what we began in our last study by looking at Israel's future hope and what it means for the world.
Pastor Noah Hayden shares a message out of Mark 6:30-52 about our relationship with the Lord. Are we living with the Lord in such a way that you can overflow to others? Or do you feel constantly tired and in need of rest?
The nation of Israel still has place in God's grand plan. In Romans 11, Paul shares about the glorious future planned for them.
Pastor Doug Horner shares how the gospel message is available to all people and that God wants us to be vessels of the gospel message in the world.
Pastor Doug speaks about the call of God that is given to all people in the gospel of Jesus Christ. The call is for everyone who will believe and salvation is available to all people.
A lot of hard questions come up when talking about God's sovereignty and election. In this message, Pastor David seeks to address some of those questions so that we can better understand the sovereignty of God.
Romans 9 is a difficult passage to understand as it deals with God's sovereignty and the divine perspective of salvation. In this message, Pastor David Horner seeks to unpack these difficult verses to understand what God wants to communicate through this passage.
Pastor Doug Horner continues talking about the incredible promises of God to those who love Him in Romans 8:35-39.
What wonderful promises we are given at the end of Romans 8! In this message, Pastor Doug Horner surveys 4 of the incredible assurances that we have in Romans 8:31-34 – that God is for us, that God will give us all we need, that God has justified us, and that Jesus intercedes for us.
One of the most well-known Scriptures in all of the Bible is Romans 8:28 – God works all things together for good. In this message, Pastor David Horner deep dives into this passage to explain what this glorious truth means for us.
In Romans 8:18-25, we learn about the incredible hope that we have through the Holy Spirit.
Pastor Doug continues talking about the life lived in the Spirit from Romans 8. How can we battle the flesh and live a life by the power of the Holy Spirit?
Romans 8 is considered by many to be the greatest chapter in all of the Bible. In this message, Pastor Doug Horner preaches from Romans 8:1-11 about what it means to live life in the Spirit rather than in the flesh.
Sanctification is a lifelong process by which God is transforming us into the image of Jesus. As God sanctifies us, we expect to battle our enemies – sin and the flesh. Even the apostle Paul struggled with these things. But how do we battle them? In Romans 7:7-25, we learn that the law is NOT the way we overcome sin in our lives.
Christ has freed us from the law so that we can be married to him. Pastor David Horner explains what it means to be free from the law and the implications it has on our Christian walks in this message from Romans 7.
Pastor Doug Horner share from Romans 6:15-23 about how we are no longer enslaved to sin and free now to become slaves to God.
Do you struggle with sin in your life? Pastor David Horner shares a message entitled, "A Declaration of Independence" out of Romans 6:1-14 about how Christ has freed us from the power of sin in our lives, so that we can walk in victory over it every day.
Pastor TJ Rodriguez looks at the contrast between Adam and Jesus in Romans 5:12-20. Through one man, Adam, came sin and all that belong to him receive death. But through one man, Jesus, came righteousness, and all that belong to Him receive life.
Pastors Darrick and Noah Hayden share from Romans 5 about the blessing of believing God and all that comes with that.
Pastor Doug Horner continues looking at the life of Abraham and how his faith sets a precedent for us to follow today.
Do you ever wonder if you are good enough for God? In this message, Pastor Billy shows how Abraham received a right standing with God through faith, and how we can too.
In Romans 1-3, the apostle Paul has asserted that "none is righteous, no not one." But in Romans 3:21 and beyond, the glorious reality of the Gospel shines forth. There is another righteousness available to us – the righteousness of Christ Jesus!
Sin has had a pervasive effect upon humanity. In this passage, the Apostle Paul summarizes what he has been writing in the first 3 chapters of Romans, namely that all people are under sin and in need of God's intervention for salvation.
Outward shows of religion and adherence to rules, codes, and rites cannot save us before God. God is after something much greater: the inner transformation of the heart.
In Romans 2:1-11, Paul shows that the "moralist" who judges others stands under the same condemnation as the rest of humanity apart from the gospel.
Romans 1:18-32 describes the fallen state of humanity before God and communicates our great need for the gospel. These verses are the apostle Paul's diagnosis of our sinful condition and set the stage for the cure of the Gospel!
In Romans 1:16-17, Paul states the theme for the entire book of Romans: the unashamed gospel. In this sermon, Pastor Doug Horner takes us through these verses, explaining the significance of the gospel, the righteousness of God, and the faith that binds us to it.
In Romans 1:1-15, the apostle Paul writes his introduction to the glorious book of Romans. We are introduced to Paul, the Gospel, Jesus, the Romans, and Paul's great desire to visit Rome. Pastor David Horner kicks off our verse by verse study through the book of Romans.
Peter, Mary, and John were changed when they saw the empty tomb. And we can be too. Pastor Doug Horner shares a message about the resurrection of Jesus on Easter Sunday 2021.
On this Palm Sunday, Doug Horner talks about Jesus' crucifixion and what it reveals about God and us.
In Mark 5, Jesus was met by a woman who had had an issue with blood for 12 years. Her interaction with Jesus changed her life, while thousands in the crowd that witnessed walked away unchanged. In this message, Pastor David Horner talks about how you can truly experience Jesus in your life.
Pastor Doug Horner shares a message about God's perfect timing, as seen in the story of Lazarus' resurrection.
When Jesus came passing by blind Bartimaeus in Mark 10, Bartimaeus had to go against the crowd in order to get to Jesus. Pastor Doug shares this story in a message entitled "The Crowd".
Jesus' charge to His disciples in Matthew 28:18-20 is often called "the Great Commission". In this message, Pastor David Horner examines the Great Commission and how it applies to our lives.
The story of Mary worshiping Jesus by breaking open her alabaster jar and anointing his feet teaches us so much about worship and what it means to live a contagious life for Christ. Pastor Doug Horner shares a message on Mark 14:1-9.
The disciples were constantly arguing about which one of them was the greatest. But how does Jesus define greatness? Pastor Darrick Hayden answers that in this message entitled "Greatness".
What does Jesus want for His disciples? In Matthew 6, he outlines how we ought to live our lives as he talks about things like prayer, fasting, and giving.
Pastor Doug Horner shares a message from Jesus' sermon on the mount about what it looks like to be a citizen of the Kingdom of God.
Why does God allow suffering in our lives? In this message, Pastor David continues to look at the life of Lazarus in John 11 and what Jesus' response to suffering tells us about our own experience.
Why does God allow suffering in our lives? In this message, Pastor David Horner explores that question by looking at Jesus' response to suffering in the life of Lazarus.
Pastor Darrick shares a message on using the sword of the spirit, which is the Word of God when it comes to spiritual warfare.
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message about how we can actively use the helmet of salvation.
Pastor Doug shares a message about knowing who our real enemy is, Satan, and how to stand against his schemes.
Pastor Doug Horner shares a message about the importance of our prayer lives from Acts 2.
What does a culture that's shaped by the cross look like? Pastor Darrick teaches out of Acts 2 about a "Cross Culture".
Pastor Darrick pulls from Ephesians 6, Revelation 2, 1 Corinthians 12, and Proverbs 27 in this message entitled, "Creature of Habit."
Pastor Doug Horner shares a message out of Ephesians 6 about being strong in the Word of God, which is the sword of the Spirit.
Pastor David shares a message about God's test of Abraham, when he was asked to sacrifice Isaac on Mt. Moriah.
Pastor Noah Hayden shares a message about the struggle between the life of the Spirit and the life of the flesh as seen in the lives of Jacob and Esau.
Robert Goedde shares a message out of Daniel 9 about the Daniel's 70th week and the Rapture.
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message about the life of Jehoshaphat from 2 Chronicles 20.
Pastor Doug Horner shares a Father's Day message out of Matthew 17 about the Transfiguration of Jesus.
In this message, Pastor Darrick Hayden teaches about the Disrupted life of Elijah from 1 Kings 19 and 2 Kings 2.
In this message, Pastor Darrick Hayden teaches about the Disrupted life of Elijah from 1 Kings 17-19.
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message out of Genesis 16 entitled “Love at First Sight.”
Pastor David Horner shares a message out of Acts 9 entitled “The Life of The Apostle Paul.”
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message about how God used the disruption of Joseph's life for good.
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message out of Exodus 20 entitled “God's Top Ten: Life And Death.”
Pastor Doug Horner shares a message out of Exodus 20 entitled “God's Top Ten: Honor Your Father And Mother.”
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message out of Exodus 20 entitled “God's Top Ten: No Fear.”
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message out of Exodus 20 entitled "God's Top Ten: No Prank Calls.”
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message out of Exodus 20 entitled “God's Top Ten: No Images.”
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message out of Exodus 20 entitled “God's Top Ten: No Other Gods.”
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message out of Exodus 19 entitled “God's Valentine Card.”
Pastor David Horner shares a message out of Exodus 18 entitled "Lessons in Leadership."
Pastor David Horner shares a message about God's miraculous provision of manna entitled “Navigating the Wilderness.”
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message out of Exodus 15 entitled “A Road Trip to Remember.”
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a Thanksgiving message out of Exodus 7-12 entitled “The Thanksgiving Lamb.”
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message out of Exodus 3-4 entitled “Living in the Will of God.”
Pastor David Horner shares a message about Moses and the burning bush entitled “May I Be Excused?”
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message out of Exodus 2 & 3 entitled “Defining Moments.”
Pastor Darrick Hayden shares a message out of Exodus 1 & 2 entitled “The Blessing of Believing.”
In this message, we examine the Summer Highlight found in Numbers 13 & 14, Exodus 17, and Joshua 1-24.
In this message, we take a look at various events that take place in the period known as the Tribulation. This period is used to bring a little hell for a lot of heaven.
In this message, we examine Jesus' messages to the churches at Philadelphia and Laodicea.
In this message, we examine the start of church history and Jesus' message to the church at Ephesus.
In this message we look at the pre-eminence and appearance of Jesus Christ in Revelation 1:8-20.
In this study, we make a brief introduction to the book of Revelation and take a look at the outline of the book found in chapter 1.
So what are the implications of Hebrews 11? As we close our World Changers series, we take a look at the first few verses of Hebrews 12.
In this study, we take a look at the life of the prophet Samuel, as well as the glimpses of the life of King Saul and King David.
Jephthah is one of the most puzzling characters in Hebrews 11, infamous for his rash vow. How did Jephthah end up in God's "Hall of Faith" and what can we learn from his life?
Samson is one of the most famous people in the book of Judges, well known for his physical strength and internal weakness. What can we learn from his life?
Barak landed in the Hall of Faith because of his faith in the Lord's deliverance. However, Barak's story can't be studied without studying the stories of two amazing women in his life: Deborah and Jael.
Gideon was least in his family, but God made Him into a mighty warrior. By faith, we trust the promises of God even when we can't see as He sees.
The generation of Joshua was the generation that got to enter the promised land because they received the promises of God in faith. They had hearts of obedience, belief, and consecration.
The stories of Joshua and Rahab prove that no task is impossible for God. As we look to God in faith, He fights our battles in ways we sometimes would not expect.
The life of Moses is an incredible example of the life of faith. Moses was used by God to raise up His chosen people, give the Law, and lead Israel during one of its darkest periods.
Joseph's radical faith in God allowed him to view every aspect of his life with a different perspective than most. In this message, we consider some of these perspectives as well as the One who perfectly fulfills Joseph's life: Jesus Christ.
Abraham is known for his faith, which was displayed when he nearly sacrificed his son Isaac on Mt. Moriah in Genesis 22. However, Isaac displayed faith in this story too. Pastor Darrick and his son Noah share this story from the father's and son's perspectives in this special Father's Day message.