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Heb 11:6-22 This Father’s Day perhaps as a dad you’re thinking about the family God has given you. And as your life goes on you may start to think about your legacy. Want to know the best legacy you can leave behind for your kids? - A faithful dependence upon God. So, what does faith lived throughout a lifetime look like? And how can we pass it on to our kids? We consider that this week for a special Father’s Day Message.
Rev 12:1-6 Pictures and symbols are everywhere around us. We might see a sun symbol and know that it is referring to brightness. Or we might say that a dessert is "heaven." We know that means it's so good it's like heaven. Today God is going to give us some pictures that point toward future events. So, who is this woman, child, and dragon? We consider that this week as we continue our study in Revelation.
Rev 11:14-19 Throughout history there have been many different types of governments. Whether it’s a democracy, a democratic republic, a dictatorship, etc, they all have their problems. And do you know why that is? - Because all governments are led by people. And people are sinful. But there is one ruler coming who is without sin - The man Christ Jesus. So, who is the one true Ruler? And how will He establish His kingdom? We consider those questions as Pastor Sam continues his study in Revelation.
2 Peter 3:11-18 We’ve considered false teachers, the origin of the Scriptures, and the reason for God’s delay of His judgment as we’ve studied 2 Peter. But we’re not done yet! As we conclude our study we read of the promises that God has made regarding Jesus’ second coming, God’s destruction of the earth, and even the world to come. Listen as Pastor Andrew finishes this wonderful letter from Peter.
Rev 11:1-13 As we continue our study in Revelation we come to chapter 11 and we read of two witnesses. Who are these witnesses? And what does their testimony have to do with God and His purposes? They are even breathing fire and coming back to life! Why is God telling us about these individuals? We consider that and much more this week!
2 Peter 3:9-10 Last week we considered some of God’s qualities, such as His holiness, His timing, etc. This week we consider His sovereignty. Listen as Pastor Andrew continues His study in 2 Peter.
Rev 10 In Rev 10 we see a pretty sad prophecy of how God brings bitterness in His judgment, but yet He also brings sweet comfort to His children. How do these things both seem to coexist? We consider that question as Pastor Sam continues his study in Revelation.
2 Peter 3:1-8 This week we consider some of God’s attributes and how critical it is for us to know God. Although many of these qualities are a terror to the unbeliever, they are a comfort to His children. Listen as Pastor Andrew continues his study in 2 Peter.
1 Samuel 1:3-28 For a special Mother’s Day message we consider one of the most beautiful passages in the Bible - the account of Hannah and her example to us.
2 Peter 2:18-22 This week we conclude our study of false teachers. We consider what truly makes them disgusting to God and to His church.
Heb 10:1-18 As you think about the term religion, you may initially find yourself on the outside looking in. Religion has become somewhat of a divisive term over the years. You have those who are outside of religion feeling somewhat antagonistic toward the religious. And you have those within faith groups trying to making a distinction between religion and a relationship with God. But there’s no doubt that everyone is in some way trying to make sense of the world around them and most, if not all, eventually have to consider the question of whether there is a God. But there’s something that makes Jesus so very different from all of the religion around us, and even the religion that we concoct to make ourselves feel better. So, why exactly is Jesus different, and even better, than the religion around us?
2 Peter 2:10-17 We continue to examine the characteristics of those who would come into the church to deceive and lure away God’s children. What is it that makes them so evil? We consider their depravity this evening, and also the importance of the church recognizing and addressing these wolves.
Rev 8-9 Stubbornness is a quality that many of see in ourselves, or perhaps in the lives of our family members! Unfortunately, being stubborn often leads to pain and destruction. In this sobering portion of the book of Revelation we see God’s judgment being poured out. And yet, people will still refuse to repent in that terrible day! We are currently living during a time of God’s mercy. So, as we look at God’s judgment on sin, let’s thoughtfully consider whether we too are failing to submit to God.
2 Peter 2:4-10 As we continue our study in 2 Peter we look again at false teachers and the promise from God that they are doomed. What does it mean for God to say that about these people? And is there any comfort for the church in hearing this? We consider those questions this week as Pastor Andrew continues his series in 2 Peter.
Matt 28:1-20 There are subjects that we may feel are irrelevant to us. Perhaps you remember a subject in school that was uninteresting to you, or there is a sport that you don't care to watch. Have you given much thought to the resurrection of Jesus Christ? Perhaps that too seems irrelevant to you. However, it is certainly not, and we will consider that today on this special resurrection Sunday.
Phil 2:8 As we prepare for Easter Sunday we take a moment to consider all that the Lord Jesus has endured for us, and all that was necessary before He rose from the dead.
Mark 11:1-11 As we think of Palm Sunday we would certainly remember the palm and the donkey. Perhaps you don't even attend church, but you recall this account from an old Sunday school classroom. We can really get lost in the minutia of the event though. These people were claiming that Jesus was king! But here's the most important question: "was Jesus really their King?" It’s the same question we need to ask ourselves today: “Does Jesus rule your life?”
2 Peter 2:1-3 Peter has been leading up to this important topic in his letter - false teachers. What does a false teacher look like though? And why are they so dangerous? We consider those questions this week as we continue our study in the book of 2 Peter.
Rev 7:1-17 This week we look to the Lamb of God as we see God’s plan for His covenant people.
2 Peter 1:19-21 This week as we continue our study in 2 Peter we look at the importance of knowing that the Scriptures were given to us by God. Peter tells us that the Holy Spirit moved men as they wrote the Scriptures. But what does that really mean? We consider that and much more as we look at the topic of God’s Word.
Rev 6:1-17 Do you know anyone that con predict the weather next march? Or even next month? Or maybe even next week!? We can laugh about the difficulty of weather forecasts, but the truth is that no one knows the future, except God. So what has God revealed to us about the future? And what does it mean for you and I? We consider those questions as we continue our study in Revelation.
2 Peter 1:12:18 Why should we trust the Bible? Wasn’t it just written by a bunch of old people? Why should I trust them? Well, it certainly was written many years ago! But many of its writers were first person eyewitnesses! So, if we want to learn about Jesus, it would behoove us to listen to the people that observed Him. Tonight we consider the veracity of Scripture as we listen to one of Jesus’ closest followers.
Rev 5:1-14 This week we consider why Jesus is worthy of our worship. We know that in heaven all will worship Jesus as He deserves. But why is He deserving of this worship? And why is no other person worthy? We consider that question this week as we continue our study in the book of Revelation.
2 Peter 1:8-11 When you have a goal in mind, work isn’t so bad is it? It still takes effort. It takes work. But you know it’s worth it in the end. Well, the same is true of our spiritual life. It’s not easy to live for Jesus, but it’s totally worth it when we’re looking forward to our reward. So, what is that reward? We consider that this week as Pastor Andrew continues his study in 2 Peter.
Rev 4:1-11 In Revelation chapter 4 we see a strange and maybe even frightful scene. As God’s throne is revealed there is tremendous power and might that is revealed. And yet, in the midst of that we can see God’s grace and the call to worship. Listen this week as we consider God’s throne and our response.
2 Peter 1:5-7 Sanctification is one of those words that perhaps you’ve heard many times, but never completely understood. It’s easy to reference and not really know what it looks like in your own life. However, if you’ve been a Christian for more than a few weeks you’ve probably come to understand that while there is great joy in following Jesus, it’s not always easy. It takes hard work and perseverance. So, in what ways is God calling you to understand this work in your daily life? We consider that as we continue our study in 2 Peter.
Rev 3:14-22 This week we look at what Jesus calls the church that is “lukewarm.” Perhaps you’ve heard of this term before as it applies to spiritual things. However, do you know what it means? And do you know what makes a church lukewarm toward Jesus? It takes some careful self-examination. Thankfully Jesus helps us to diagnose the problem and gives us the cure to being lukewarm. Listen this week as we continue our study in Revelation.
We don’t like to tell ourselves ‘no,’ do we? It’s pretty natural for us to say ‘yes’ to ourselves because of our desire to please ourselves. Yet, Jesus’ message was to take up your cross and follow Him. So, what does it look like to deny yourself, or to say ‘no’ to yourself. Listen this week as we learn about the spiritual discipline of saying ‘no.’
Rev 3:7-13 What does it mean to be faithful? Well certainly we could think of being faithful to someone else in terms of their own will power. However, what Jesus is telling us is that a faithful church is faithful because of the One they serve, not because they try hard. So, would Jesus see you as one of His faithful ones?
2 Peter 1:1-4 As we begin this letter from Peter we get to witness the marvelous transformation that took place in Peter’s life to take him from being a simple fisherman to becoming a godly man that is full of wisdom. Peter’s desire for us is to know God and His truths in the most intimate way possible. But how do we do that? Do we just learn more information from the Bible? We answer those questions as Pastor Andrew begins a new series in 2nd Peter.
Rev 3:1-6 What does it mean to be dead? We could all probably come up with some different definitions. However, when it comes to the church there is only One person who can make the diagnosis of whether a church is alive or dead - the Lord Jesus. So, how is your church doing? And is there any coming back from death? Listen this week as we answer those questions and continue our study in the book of revelation.
James 5:16-20 We conclude our study in the book of James by looking at more areas of our lives where we must direct our attention away from ourselves. We consider confessing our sins to each other, praying with a humble stance, and finally seeking those who are wandering.
Rev 2:18-29 This week we consider the church of Thyatira. This church was corrupt according to Jesus. What does a corrupt church look like? Don’t we all struggle with sin in the church? And who is this Jezebel that is referenced? We consider those questions and much more this week as we continue our study in the book of Revelation.
James 5:12-15 As we approach the end of our study in James we see a number of ways that we can be tempted to turn inward. It is just so easy for us to be focused on self and James reminds us that real faith is not focused on self. It is humbly focused on God. Join as we see some ways that God call us to turn our eyes upon Him.
Rev 2:12-17 Compromise is usually a word we associate with a positive connotation. However, there are things that are so critical that we ought to never compromise. This week we look at a church that had compromised on things that they should have held fast. So, what is really important to God? We consider that this week as we continue our study in the book of Revelation.
James 5:7-12 This week we consider the virtue of patience. Patience is really something that we can all struggle with at different stages of our lives. It is not always natural for us to have great patience. And the more pressure that surrounds us, the more patience is required. But what does it really look like for a Christian to have patience? Are we talking about being patient while our food is cooking? Or patience when our package hasn’t arrived in the mail? No. There’s a much greater way to test how we’re doing with patience - How we treat one another in the church. Listen this week as we consider why patience is so critical to our faith, and why its absence may indicate that we need to be saved.
Heb 9:11-28 Christ must die. That seems like such a strange thing to say. Why would God have to die? Wasn't there any other way? Listen this week as we answer those questions and remember His sacrifice.
James 5:1-6 What does it mean to be rich? Are you rich? And how do riches affect our affection for God? We consider that and more as we continue our study in the book of James.
Rev 2:8-11 Persecution, troubles, trials. These are some words that we probably don't want to hear. However, for the Christian they're undoubtedly unavoidable. Jesus spoke at length about these topics. So, it's important for us to think about these things and to consider how God wants us to respond to them. Listen this week as we continue our study in the book of revelation.
James 4:13-17 Did you buy anything this week? Did you make any plans to travel? Did you know that even mundane decisions can reflect whether you are a prideful person? Well God is looking to help us examine our own hearts as we consider the topic of pride this week. Join us as Pastor Andrew continues his study in the book of James.
Rev 2:1-7 Marriage is supposed to be a beautiful example of love and unity. A healthy marriage is a wonderful thing to see. Do you want to know what makes a marriage look ugly though? - A loveless marriage. Love is really the foundation for this God-given institution. Want to know what else desperately requires love? The church. What happens though when love is absent from the church? Today we'll look at the church of Ephesus as we continue our study in the book of revelation.
James 4:11-12 When you think about other Christians, what are your feelings toward them? Or perhaps a better question is, what do you say about other Christians when they’re not around? This week James is going to address the issue of gossip and slander. Listen as Pastor Andrew addresses the important issue of not speaking evil in the church.
Rev 1:1-20 If you have children you know what it's like to get your kids to listen to you. Sometimes they can simply become distracted, but other times they just don't pay attention to the counsel they receive. It doesn't stop at childhood though, does it? Many wives would attest to the desire for husbands who listen better! We really spend much of our lives learning how to listen. So, as we begin this wonderful book of Revelation we are really faced with this question from Jesus - "Will you listen to me?"
1 Tim 4:1-11 Discipline isn’t a word most of us get excited to hear, is it? We usually associate it with doing things wrong and getting punished. However, God’s Word tells us that there is joy in discipline for the Christian. How can that be? We consider that this week as Pastor Sam reminds us of this important truth.
Rom 8:1-11 Last week we thought about the internal battle that each Christian faces with the flesh. This week we consider how the Lord Jesus has already won that battle for us, and what He has given us to continue to battle the flesh - a new heart and the Spirit of God.
Rom 7:13-25 Have you ever thought about why it’s so hard to keep the promises you make to yourself? Certainly the new year can remind you of that. What is it within us that wars against us (especially when it comes to spiritual things)? We consider that question today and also the solution to our struggles as Pastor Andrew begins a special 2-part series.
Luke 2:1-20 When we’re young we often don't know which stories are worth telling. Children will tell stories about very ordinary events with the hopes that everyone will experience the same level of excitement as they have. In Luke 2 we really do hear a story that is worth telling, and worth spreading. So, what have you done with this glorious message?
Luke 1:39-56 Where does real joy come from? This time of year we might think of gifts, lights, experiences, etc. However, we all know that as soon as the lights come down and the wrapping paper gets thrown away that kind of joy goes away with it. So, where can we find real, lasting joy? We read in Luke's gospel that real joy comes through simple faith.
James 4:7-10 How do you think about getting to know and love God better? Do you get close to Him when you experience an intense emotion during a worship song? Or is when you finish your Bible-In-A-Year plan? What does the Bible really have to say about intimacy with God, and what might that reflect about your relationship with Him? We consider that and more as Pastor Andrew continues his study in the book of James.
Luke 1:26-38 A promise is a beautiful thing. And certainly it is even more beautiful when it comes true! There was a promise that God made thousands of years before He would fulfill it. But would His people be ready to see it when the time came? We consider Mary's response to God's promise as we continue our Christmas series this week.
James 4:1-6 Being selfish is pretty easy to do, isn’t it? We can all find ourselves focuses on our own desires and our wants far more often than we’d like to admit. Could you imagine that leading to wars and disunity though? That’s exactly what we read in James chapter 4. Genuine faith is not fixated on self. So, what kind of faith do you have?
Luke 1:5-23 We often read the Christmas story with great joy and anticipation. Certainly there is joy to be had as we think about the Savior coming into the world. However, at the beginning of Luke’s gospel, the people were living in a time of silence. God had not spoken to His people in 400 years! So, what would He say when He chose to speak to them? And how would His people respond?
Acts 16:16-34 When you think about going through difficulties you might find yourself gravitating toward things that can make you happy. However, you might not think to yourself, "I ought to praise God!" That’s exactly what Paul and Silas did in our passage today. What did they understand about praise that we sometimes miss? Let's consider that as we prepare for thanksgiving this week.
James 3:13-18 This week we consider what real wisdom looks like. Wisdom can be misunderstood when we only see it as the thoughts or words that we have. However, James is going to make the case that the way we live is really indicating whether we have heavenly wisdom or demonic wisdom. So, let’s ask ourselves this evening if we are living according to heavenly wisdom or demonic wisdom.
1 Cor 1:17-2:5 We don't usually cheer when we hear of someone dying. And especially not if we hear that they were innocent! Yet, that's exactly what happened to Jesus. The One who knew no sin became sin for us! This is good news. Let us be reminded of that glorious truth this week as we consider why it such good news that Christ died for us.
James 3:1-12 Our speech is powerful. We can think of all the ways words have had the tremendous ability to raise up or tear down throughout history. So, what does God think about our speech? And what might that tell us about who we are? Listen this week as Pastor Andrew continues his study of the book of James.
Gen 8:1-22 Our passage today comes on the heels of a devastating event in human history - the flood: God’s judgment on sin. So where does that leave Noah and his family? Did they wonder, "has God forgotten about us?" Even in the midst of such great darkness and devastation God had not forgotten about His people. And he does not forget about us in or times of greatest needed. His grace is truly amazing! Listen this week as we observe how God pours out His grace in our lives when we need it the most.
James 2:14-26 Paul teaches that we are saved “by grace through faith.” James says “faith without work is dead.” So, which is it? Is it faith or is it works? And are James and Paul at odds with one another? We consider those questions this week as we reach the pinnacle of James’ letter with Pastor Andrew.
Gen 7:1-24 Have you ever seen decorations of Noah's ark in babies' nurseries? They're usually very cute and playful. However, isn't it ironic that the flood was one of the most severe displays of God’s judgment on sin? Knowing that might make us feel quite differently about our nursery themes! We're going to look at the account of the flood and also God's great plan of salvation today. Although there is certainly great terror associated with God's judgment, rest assured God always gives great hope.
James 2:8-13 Last week James challenged us to think about how we often wrongly favor some people and not others. This week we consider the flip side to that. We can have a propensity to judge others. It’s part of being human! Unfortunately, it’s also a sign that you might not be saved. So, let’s listen closely this week as James shows us how faith and being judgmental are not consistent with one another.
Gen 6:1-22 Sometimes when we don't see something it can be easy to not believe it. Take outer space for example. You might not be able to see the universe in its fullness from your back yard. However, that doesn't mean it's not there. Well, Noah was facing that too. There had never been a flood or even rain before the ark was built. Yet, it didn't mean that God was not actively orchestrating all things, even that which had never happened before. So, what is God asking you to believe today?
James 2:1-7 We have to admit that it can be easy to favor some people over others. And certainly when it comes to our family or our closest friends, there must be a level of love and care that is different from other people in your life. However, when does that become favoritism? And more importantly in God’s eyes, when does that become sinful? We consider that as we continue our study in James.
Gen 4:25-5:32 Genealogies are probably not the usual place that you expect to find an exciting message. However, God includes everything in the Scriptures for a purpose. And rest assured there is much to learn and benefit from in Genesis chapter 5. God has placed younger people in each of our lives-whether your own children, younger folks in the church, nieces and nephews, etc. What kind of heritage will you leave behind?
James 1:22-27 What does it mean to be a “doer of the Word.” Well, we can all admit that it’s easier to say things than it is to do them. So, what is James calling us to as he tell us to not just be “hearers of the Word?” We consider that this week as Pastor Andrew continues a series in the book of James.
Gen 4 It was bad enough that Adam and Eve sinned in the garden and were cast out. Sin would bring with it discord, suffering, and all kinds of evil, including murder. You may know that Cain murdered his brother Abel, but did you ever give much thought to the question of ‘why?’ Sure, Cain may have been ashamed because God wasn’t pleased with his sacrifice, but why would that drive Cain to murder his brother? This week we look at how murder begins in the heart, and what drives those sinful thoughts.
James 1:21 In the midst of trials and temptations, God is looking to direct us to His Word - The one thing that has the power to rid us of our evil desires and help us to endure like our Savior Jesus.
Gen 3 Things can change so quickly! In chapter 1 everything was perfect. In chapter 3 sin enters into the world! While it is certainly a sad day for mankind, it would also be the beginning of God’s plan to restore man’s broken relationship with God. See this week how Jesus reverses the curse.
James 1:12-20 This week we consider how the Christian deals with temptations. Where do they come from? Why do they feel so powerful? Is there any way to actually avoid them? We consider those questions this week as Pastor Andrew continues our study in the book of James.
Gen 1:26-2:25 Join us as we continue our new study in the book of Genesis. It might seem like God is doing with His creating work when we behold all that He created when the world began. However, even now He is still making all things new in the hearts of His people. Listen this week as we consider the glorious truth that God is still doing His great work of creation.
James 1:1-11 This week Pastor Andrew is starting a new series in the book of James. We’ll be looking at how faith reveals itself. This week we’ll be looking in particular how genuine faith endures trials.
Gen 1:1-25 How did it all begin? And what evidence is there for God? Does the Bible even make the claim that God exists? We’ll answer those questions as we begin the very first book of the Bible and begin a new series this week.
Col 3:1-4 What does it mean to live with eternity in mind? We can really get caught up with the things in this world and it can even mess with our priorities. However, what does God desire for us? And how can we put heaven before all the other things that are before us? We consider that this week as we have a guest speaker - Brent Sivnksty.
Rom 8:18-30 We don’t like to suffer, do we? We can get lost in a sea of emotions when we suffer and can wind up thinking some pretty wrong things. So, how does God want us to respond when we suffer? And what’s the purpose behind our suffering. We consider those questions as Pastor Andrew teaches us about suffering from Romans chapter 8.
Rom 5:20-21 Sometimes it feels like death, pain, and suffering rule the world. We face challenges, disappointments, loss, etc. However, because of what Jesus has accomplished on the cross, we now live in a time when grace reigns. And even in the midst of all the darkness and pain, God’s grace is still greater. Listen this week as we consider how great God’s grace is.
Col 4:7-18 We live in a world that tells us that we can do anything. We’re all that we need, right? It doesn’t take long in life to realize that we need others. Paul knew that when he finished his letter to the Colossians. He benefited from other Christians over and over again throughout his ministry. God knows that we need others. In fact, He made us knowing that we need others. So, what is your responsibility to others, especially your brothers and sisters in Christ? We consider that question as we conclude our study in Colossians.
Col 4:5-6 We've studied how Jesus is above all during our study of Colossians. However, you might ask the question, "what does that look like in my daily life?" This week we look at the topic of our speech. Does your speech reflect that Jesus is above all in your life?
1 Tim 6:6-10 A special message from Pastor Caleb this week about the part we play in God’s provisions for us.
Col 4:2-4 If Jesus saved us from our sins, doesn’t he deserve first place in our prayer life? That’s easy to say, but what does it really mean to put Jesus first in our prayers? Find out this week in our study in the book of Colossians.
Col 3:22-4:1 Does God have anything to say about our work? This week we consider that question as we continue our study in Colossians.
Col 3:18-21 Of all the institutions in our society perhaps the family is most under attack today. This isn't something new, but there appears to be very little left to attack due to the outright assault on gender, heterosexuality, and a traditional definition of marriage. We can see the havoc this has reaked. So, it would be fair to say that our enemy has a vested interest in the destruction of the home. What should we do in light of this onslaught? Hold fast to the truth and remain faithful to God. This week we look at marriage and the home.
Numbers 21:4-9 Do you recall the account of the fiery serpents from Numbers? Perhaps you’ve always been a bit confused as to why God would allow snakes to kill so many of His people, or why their sin of complaining was viewed so seriously by God? Jesus recalls the same account and makes comparison to Himself with the bronze serpent. So, what does that mean for you and I? We consider those questions for a special communion service this week.
Col 3:16-17 Worship is a term that most Christians hear all the time. However, in the modern church perhaps we’ve lost a Biblical understanding of the term. We say that we worship when we sing songs, but what about when we hear the teaching of the Word? Or when we have communion? As we look at today’s passage Pastor Andrew helps us see what God is looking for when we worship, and how we should prepare our hearts.
Col 3:12-15 We have a tendency to despise the old when it comes to things like fashion and taste. Trends change so quickly and we can find ourselves feeling like we need something new. However, when it comes to spiritual matters, we may do something very different. Paul tells us in chapter three of Colossians to put on new spiritual “clothing” as it were, yet we can find ourselves going back to the old. So, how do we break this cycle, and what is so great about the new? We consider those questions this week.
Rom 8:1-11 As we think about Fathers today we consider what it means to be a Dad who walks according to the Spirit. However, as you’ll soon find out, this isn’t just needed for our Dads. We all need to walk in the Spirit, but what does that really mean? We find out today as Pastor Caleb shares this special Father’s Day message.
Col 3:1-11 There is no doubt that Christians struggle with sin. In fact, they MUST struggle with sin if they have the new life that the Holy Spirit gives to God’s children. However, do we not sometimes still find ourselves going back to our old sinful ways? We might say that we “keep them around.” However, Paul tells us to do something radical in Colossians 3. He tells us to kill our flesh! So, what does that look like? And is it really possible to kill our sinful desires? Listen this week as we consider those questions.
Col 2:11-23 The world is full of answers when it comes to understanding God through varied religious systems. However, is Jesus just another “option” in the sea of choices? Or does He stand alone as the way to God? Listen this week as we ask the question, “Is Christ above all religions?”
We conclude our study of the family this week as we consider the topic of sex as it pertains to discipling our children.
Words are powerful aren’t they? We can really make an impact on the people around us by how we speak. So, how are your training your kids to speak? Is it in line with what the Word of God teaches? Tonight we consider what God has to say about our speech and how we need to teach our kids how to speak.
Col 1:24-29 Suffering is not exactly a word we like to think about when it comes to living as Christians. Yet, that was the reality for the early church. So, what makes us so different? If you are a follower of Jesus Christ, have you been suffering for Him? What exactly does it mean to suffer for Him? Do I need to be threatened with death? We consider those questions this week as we continue our study in the book of Colossians.
Matt 6 This week we continue our discussion of finances as it pertains to teaching our teenagers with God’s wisdom.
Titus 2:1-14 There are a lot of reasons you could feel lonely Mom. Whether your kids are young or teenagers, there is no shortage of problems that could exhaust, discourage, or isolate. Here's the good news though - God has not left you alone. We thank God for our mothers today and seek to encourage them with the promise that you are not alone.
Tonight we look at what God’s Word has to say about the topic of finances. As we endeavor to lead our children in the matter of money, we must first seek God’s counsel. Thankfully the Scriptures have much to say about the issue of money. So, tonight we consider debt, purchasing cars/houses, co-signing loans, and much more.
Coll 1:19-23 When someone is our enemy it’s understood that they we will not treat them with kindness or care. Countries that war with one another don't invite one another to social gatherings. Yet, God tells us that apart from Christ we are His enemies! And in our text today we see God reconciling His enemies to Himself. So, how does He do this? And how can we love like that? We consider those questions this week as we continue our study in the book of Colossians.
Ecc 4:9-12 This week in our series we discuss how our teens need to be discipled in their relationships to grow in wisdom.
Colossians 1:15-18 Preeminent. That's a word we don't hear very often. Yet, that word describes Jesus and is at the heart of the entire book of Colossians. If Jesus is 'above all' what does that mean for your life? We consider that question as we continue our study in the book of Colossians.
Proverbs 1-2 How do we encourage our children to follow the Lord? Is there anything we can do apart from praying that God works in their hearts? This week we consider how God wants us to cultivate conviction in the hearts of our children.
Colossians 1:13-14 Not many people like darkness. In fact, of all the senses to lose people usually have sight listed last. Spiritually speaking, apart from Christ we are in darkness. So, how does the light of Christ break through? This week we consider how Christ is above all darkness.
Titus 1:5-16 There sure is a lot of noise when we think about the world around us. For better or worse everyone is trying to share their opinion with us. Whether it is social media, news articles, or music, there is no lack of opinions from others. So, what should we believe, and who should we give our attention to? This week we consider what God wants for our family when it comes to outside voices.
Col 1:9-12 As we continue our study in the book of Colossians we consider Paul’s prayer for the people of God. We might be quick to gloss over a prayer. Yet, there is much to learn as we study Paul’s words in the opening to this special letter.
Proverbs 23 Tonight we look at how God desires parents to disciple as we raise our teenagers. You might know these years as difficult times, but it doesn’t need to be. It can be a joyful time for parents! Join us as we look at God’s Word this evening and learn how we can disciple our teenage children.
Col 1:1-8 We all enjoy a good competition. Whether it's sports, talent contests, etc we all tend to enjoy seeing a winner announced. When it comes to spiritual things there isn't really much of a competition with God. There is just One above all else - the Lord Jesus Christ. This week we see Jesus above all in the church.
Luke 24:1-12 The resurrection is truly unique in its nature. Undoubtedly you've never seen someone rise from the dead. Death doesn't seem very hopeful when we look at the cross. However, when we arrive at the empty tomb we find true and lasting hope. So, how does the resurrection change our lives? And how does it bring hope? Listen this week as we celebrate the resurrection of our Savior for a special Easter message.
Mark 7 Listen this week as we continue our study of the family. This week we consider the opportunities that come with raising young children. There is tremendous opportunity for the gospel. So, how do we encourage our children in these matters in a way that would be pleasing to God?
Luke 19:28-44 What would you do if you knew royalty was coming to your neighborhood? Certainly you would want to witness such an event. Jerusalem was filled to the brim when Jesus came into the city just days before His crucifixion. The people were excitedly anticipating His entry. How would you prepare for the coming of this King? Today we consider what it meant for Jesus to arrive at this time and why He is worthy of our praise.
Judges 1:27-2:4 The Israelites were given every opportunity to start fresh in a new land under God’s direction and care. Yet, they failed their first mission: Destroy the pagan inhabitants. Those inhabitants would become a thorn and snare to them for many years to come. How have we compromised to the temptations around us and allowed sin to become a thorn and snare to us? Listen this week as Pastor Andrew teaches us about the important lessons to learn from the children of Israel.
Dan 11:1-45 When we think about the future we probably think about positive things for our own lives. We usually don't think about things that are terrifying. Yet, when we come to Daniel chapter 11 that's exactly what we find: a horrifying future. So, how would Daniel react to this truth? And how does God minister to His servant through this process? We consider answers to those questions as we near the end of our study in Daniel.
Deut 6:1-25 As our kids start to grow out of the toddler years, their size can be deceptive! They may look smaller, but boy are they a lot of work! This week we consider how God wants us to think about raising our young children.
Dan 10:13-20 This week we finish part two of the topic of spiritual warfare in the book of Daniel.
Heb 12:3-11 Joy? In discipline? You’re probably saying to yourself, “yeah, right.” Well it’s true! There is joy in discipline according to God. So, how do we help our children to experience this joy. We find out this week as we continue our series, “Solid Ground.”
Dan 10:1-12 We are sensory creatures, are we not? We really rely upon our senses to experience and interpret the world around us. However, many times it is actually unseen things that have greater importance than what we can pick up from oursenses. Take radiation for example! Well, there are spiritual forces at play that we cannot see, and they are far more important than what we can sense. This week we consider the topic of spiritual warfare as we continue our study in Daniel.
Psalm 127:3 This week we begin to look at rearing young children. What would teaching God’s authority look like for a toddler? We consider that and much more as we continue our study of the family.
Dan 9:24-27 We live in an instant world. We are used to things being done quickly whether that’s our communication, our entertainment, or even our food! However, when it comes to God’s plans, there is no instant version. He is completely sovereign and does what is best when it’s best. So, what are His plans for the future? And how do we adapt our mindsets to God’s mindset when it comes to His plans. Join us this week as we find answers to those questions and continue our study in Daniel.
Dan 9:20-23 When we talk about prayer me probably speak about it as something that is very important for Christians to do. However, if you were to really examine your life would it look like prayer is critical to your spiritual health? Why do we struggle to spend time in prayer? This week we look at the importance of prayer in the life of Daniel.
Psalm 127:3 This week we consider how to begin teaching even toddlers how to understand God's authority as we continue our study of the family.
Rom 8:31-39 Today we consider the greatness of God's love for us. However, what makes this love so great? Certainly we can point to the fact that it is from God so that makes it great, but what really illuminates the love of God is recognizing just how sinful we are. Listen this week as we give thanks for our great Savior Jesus Christ.
Rom 7:7-12 Rules are something we are all familiar with. We’ve undoubtedly all grown up with some kind of rules in place. For some that may have been a multitude of rules, and for others that may have been very few. So, what does God think about rules in the home? How should we guide our children in these matters? Listen this week as we consider those questions in our series, “Solid Ground.”
Daniel 9:1-19 When there's trouble we can really find ourselves in one of two places. We can either become discouraged or we can strive to be optimistic. Maybe you're the optimistic type? However, even an optimist can eventually lose heart. So, how do we remain hopeful in the midst of trouble. Daniel had an answer - prayer. This week we consider just how critical prayer is in the life of the believer.
Heb 12:7-11 When you think about raising children, what’s one of the first things that comes to your mind as a critical piece of the ‘parenting puzzle?’ If you’re a Christian, perhaps you think of the gospel. However, beyond that, what else is needed? This week Pastor Andrew's helps us consider just how critical it is to be consistent and loving as we study God’s immutability and His discipline in our lives.
Dan 8:1-27 Trouble can be all around us at times, can it not? We don't really like to admit it, but don't we even tend to get excited about it at times? Think about bad weather, celebrity drama, etc. We'll happily get interrupted for these reports. Without a doubt there is no shortage of this kind of "entertainment." Trouble is always all around us. So, how should we think of trouble in our world when it creates fear? We consider that question this week as we continue our series in the book of Daniel.
Mark 7:21-23 We usually don’t think of babies when we think of sinners. They’re cute. They’re beautiful. Yet, when we look at the Word of God we come to understand that God sees the heart and the nature within it. God tells us that our sin nature is there even at our conception. So, how do we lead and direct these little sinners? We start to consider that question this week as we continue our study of the family and home.
Daniel 7:1-28 Fear and terror are generally things we avoid in life, do we not? Sure, we might occasionally seek out some thrills. However, true terror is something altogether different. In our passage today Daniel initially sees something that strikes fear into his heart.
Song of Solomon 4 This week we consider practical applications for a Biblical understanding of sex.
1 Cor 5:3-15 How does God build a body? That's the question we are considering as we begin 2024. So how is God doing this work? And what might that mean for you and I?
1 Cor 6:9-7:1 The world sure has a lot to say about sex. If we’re not careful we can find our own minds aligned with the world’s when it comes to sex. However, what does God have to say about sex? We consider that question as we continue our Wednesday night series.
1 John 2:1-6 The new year is often a time when we start to make promises to ourselves. Maybe it’s to be more kind, or to have a healthier lifestyle. However, have you considered ways to commit yourself in a greater way to God? This week we consider how Jesus advocates for us before God the Father. How might the recognition of this truth affect your commitment to God? We consider that question this week as Pastor Caleb shares a special message to begin our year.
John 1:1-14 Our special Christmas series culminates with “Light of the World.” Listen this week as we ponder how Jesus brings light to our dark world, and what that means for us.
Isaiah 9:1-7 As we continue our series, “Light of the World,” we look at the power of darkness. Sometimes we might find ourselves in a pretty dark place. How does that happen? And how do we stay near to the light? We look to the One who brings true light this week.
1 Kings 19:1-18 Last month Pastor Andrew introduced God’s purpose of testing as the prophets of Baal were embarrassed and executed. This week we consider how God even tests His children as we examine Elijah’s time of discouragement in the wilderness.
Malachi 3:1-7 Have you ever been in a really dark, silent place? We usually hear at least the wind, or the ticking of a clock. When you're in darkness and silence it's almost eerie. It can be disconcerting. That's what happened to the people who were waiting for God to speak in the 400 years before Jesus arrived on the scene. They had a choice to make about what they would do in the silence and darkness. So, how do you respond when God is silent in your life?
Eph 4:25-32 When you look at your relationships what do you think is your biggest barrier to a God-glorifying relationship? Perhaps the most common answer, even if we don’t realize it, is our communication. How are you doing with communication in your relationships? This week we consider how God views our words and how we communicate with others.
Micah 5:2-5 When you think of Jesus being born, you might think of the manger scene, or perhaps the prophecies of His coming. However, do you know of all the good God has promised to His people through His Son? As we begin our special Christmas series we consider the promises of God to His people.
1 Kings 18:17-40 Pastor Andrew warns us about the danger of idols in our lives, and how God is often using tests in our lives to see what is true of us spiritually.
Daniel 6 Are there really any great men and women of God? Don't be too quick to answer that question! What does it mean to be a great person of God? Surely if there was ever a great man of God, it would be Daniel, right? We consider the topic of greatness today in light of the character of God.
1 Thess 5:16-24 The holidays are again upon us and for some that means the remembrance of painful memories. However, God tells us to give thanks in everything. How are we supposed to give thanks even in the midst of painful memories, or present trials? And how do we muster up this thankful attitude. We consider those questions as we prepare for Thanksgiving this week.
Eph 4:25-32 Good communication is really an important part of any good relationship. So, as we think about the family, ‘how’s your communication?’ Perhaps an even better question might be, ‘how well does your family think you communicate?’ We look at the way we communicate in the home tonight as we continue our series “Solid Ground.”
Romans 3:21-26 Righteous. That's probably not a word we use very often. And it certainly isn't a word we would use to describe ourselves or the world around us. Yet, that's exactly what God is looking for. So, how can we have the righteousness we desperately need before a holy God? We consider that question as we come before the table this week.
Eph 5:25-33 Love and respect. Those are words that we all likely resonate with. We all want to feel loved and respected. However, in a marriage it takes work to share and experience these qualities. What is about love and respect that is so important in a marriage relationship? And how do we experience more of it? Find out this week as we continue our series “Solid Ground.”
Daniel 6:1-28 Have you ever been in a situation where for life was in someone else's hands? Perhaps a courtroom comes to mind. This week we find Daniel standing before the king as he is accused of breaking the law. The penalty is death. Is this how God’s followers are treated? And wasn't he being punished by the king for praying to God!? Listen this week as we consider how God rescues His people even in the most dire circumstance.
Eph 5:22-24 When it comes to the world around us and the relationships we have, we tend to want to define them the way we set fit. As a society we create things, we decide how we function in the world around us, and sometimes we even define things like marriage. However, what is God’s intention for marriage? And how is it supposed to function? We consider those questions this week as we continue our study “Solid Ground.”
Daniel 5:1-30 Fear is an interesting thing. For some it serves as a form of entertainment. For others it is something to be avoided at all costs. In our passage today fear certainly wasn't entertaining. Daniel shares something with the king that struck fear in his heart. The reason for the king's fear was of course judgment for his wicked actions. However, his actions and the reason for God's judgment might surprise you as we find application in our own lives. Join us as we continue our study in the book of Daniel.
John 19:17-30 There’s no doubt that our society is enamored with the idea of love. However, when we begin to understand a Biblical definition of love, it’s obvious that the vast majority of our world does not understand true love. Tonight we consider the love of Jesus. As we begin to see the love of Jesus we will start to see what is missing in so many of our homes.
Dan 4:34-37 As we continue our study in the book of Daniel we consider how a pagan king praises the true God! You might miss that this king actually authored chapter four of Daniel. How does this happen!? What God can do that? We consider that question this week.
1 Cor 13:1-13 As we continue our study of the topic of the family we consider the idea of “love.” Everyone has a different opinion on what love is. If we’re being honest, most of us think of love as a feeling or an emotion. However, what does God’s Word have to say about love? We look at Paul’s letter to the church of Corinth tonight to better understand what love really means.
Dan 4:1-37 It's natural in most spheres of life to ask the question, "who's in charge?" Perhaps it's in the workplace or in the church. If we look at our passage in Daniel we see a king who undoubtedly was perceived as being "in control." However, we see that even the King recognized that God was in control. Do you believe that God is in charge? Does your life show this? We consider those questions this week in our study in the book of Daniel.
Daniel 3 This week we look at King Nebuchadnezzar and how he demanded ultimate respect and even worship. We see leaders today do the same. However, which leader really is deserving of worship? The answer is simple. King Jesus. Perhaps you can easily say those words. However, are you able to speak through your actions as well? What about when your well-being or reputation is on the line? As we continue our study in the book of Daniel we look at the topic of worship today.
We all understand the importance of the heart when it comes to our physical bodies. Interestingly, the Bible has alot to say about our hearts as well. However, it doesn't address the physical heart. Rather, it addresses that part of our being that is central to our thoughts and desires. So, how's your heart looking? And how do you think your heart health is affecting your family? Listen this week as we consider the importance of the heart and find practical applications for our daily lives.
Daniel 2:24-49 This week we consider God’s sovereignty as He causes nations to rise and fall according to His will. This continues our study in the book of Daniel.
Gen 3:1-4:2 In the church we usually think of marriage as essentially good. While it certainly is good, there is no doubt that we bring some problems into our marriages. So, can marriage still be good if it is clouded my so many problems? Listen this week as we continue our Wednesday night series, “Solid Ground.”
Dan 2:1-23 When we look around the world today we see people in search of truth. There are dozens of religions to choose from, each offering some kind of "answer" to the questions of life. In our passage today we see a tyrant king who is frustrated in his search for truth. So, where would he find answers? Today we learn how the one true God leads us to the truth.
Wed PM / Matt 7:24-29 When it comes to building a house you know that there are some parts that are more important than others. For example, the foundation is more important than drywall, is it not? So it is in the family as well. How is the foundation in your family? We consider that question as we begin a new Wednesday night series entitled “Solid Ground.”
Dan 1:3-21 You may think to yourself that small choices don't really matter much. What you wear, what you eat, what car you drive, etc. However, when it comes to spiritual issues small choices can have big consequences. In our passage today Daniel is faced with a spiritual decision as simple as what he would eat. What kind of impact would that have on his life and what we know about Daniel's life? We'll see today that even small choices can have big consequences.
Daniel 1:1-4 No matter who you are and where you go, on a daily basis you probably need to answer the question, “Who’s in charge?" if you drive your car, it’s the police. If you go to school, it's the teacher. So, who's in charge of you? Who gets to tell you what is right and wrong? We consider those questions as we begin a new series in the book of Daniel.
Col 3:1-17 If there is one sin almost everyone struggles with, would it not be the sin of anger? At times anger is even glorified. We may see it as a virtue or so-called righteous indignation. However, how does God see anger? We consider that question, and the solution, this week as we conclude our mini-series, “Battlefield of the Mind.”
Gal 5:16-26 As we continue our series “Battlefield of the Mind”, this week we consider the battle of lust. Perhaps you're felt hopeless in this battle, or you've come to believe there is no victory over this sin. Maybe you have a loved one battling the temptation of lust. As always there is hope in the God of the Bible and His Word. Listen this week as we find hope and help for the battle of lust.
John 14:25-31 Anxiety or worry is something we can all relate with. Unfortunately for some, it’s just a way of life. However, Jesus promised peace to His disciples. So, how do we receive this peace? Listen this week as Pastor Andrew shares the words of Jesus with us from the gospel of John.
Matt 6:25-34 Worry or anxiety is certainly an area that we could all agree is quite universal. Whether you're a child thinking about the first day of school, or you're an adult anticipating a terrible event we can all relate to feelings of anxiety. So, how does God want us to deal with these feelings? Is there ay hope for the person who is always anxious? Listen this week as we seek answers to those questions in the Word of God; continuing our study in the series “Battlefield of the Mind.”
Romans 12:1-21 As we continue our series “Battlefield of the Mind,” we now consider the battle of arrogance. Do you find it hard to not think of yourself? Do you blame others for the sin in your life? Do you think you're a pretty good person when you compare yourself to others? If you find yourself agreeing with those statements, listen this week as we seek God's solution for the problem of arrogance.
Eph 4:11-24 In our first message of a new series entitled “battle of the mind” we consider how Christ must have authority over our thoughts.
Col 1:9-23 Have you taken the time to truly consider all that the Lord Jesus accomplished on the cross? Certainly we understand that He took our place. However, as miraculous as it was He did so much more than taking our sin away. We actually become recipients of God's manifold blessings! So, what are those heavenly blessings? Listen this week as we consider the many great blessings God gives to us through the cross of Christ.
Matthew 25:31-46 You may hear people speak about "following Jesus." However, do you actually know Jesus? And would you be able to explain to someone what it means to follow Him? We consider those questions this week with a special guest speaker.
Gen 5:1-18 It's fourth of July weekend here in the United States. So, of course there will be reminders of the freedom that was bought by brave men and women many years ago. However, if you are a Christian you understand that there is a freedom of even greater worth that is found in Christ alone. So, may we consider that freedom this week as we gaze at our Savior.
Luke 22:44-53 This week we prepare to read Jesus' last words with His disciples. What would He tell them as he planned to leave them? What promise or comfort would He give them? What Jesus promises to give them is absolutely amazing. Listen this week as we consider Jesus' last words in the gospel of Luke.
Hebrews 12:5-11 More than ever we need dads who will lead in their homes. One of the ways God tells fathers to lead is in the area of discipline. He too disciplines His children and shows us how discipline is actually good for us. Listen this week as we consider how God wants Fathers to bring discipline in their homes.
Luke 24:33-43 Have you ever been surprised by someone's presence? Perhaps you thought someone was overseas and then they arrive home unexpectedly. Or, a family member flies home to see you for a surprise party. But an even bigger surprise occurred to many of Jesus' disciples after His death and burial. He rose from the dead and met with them! What did Jesus' presence mean for these disciples? And what does His presence mean for you today?
Luke 24:13-32 What excites you? There are so many things in life that can attract us. However, in our passage today we see two individuals who burned with excitement when speaking to Jesus. What was He telling them? What did they see? We consider those questions today as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 24:1-12 Have you given much thought to what will happen after you die? There’s no lack of opinion when it comes to answering this question. However, Jesus, the One who promises life after death and rose from the dead Himself, can give us an answer that we can trust. Listen this week as we consider the reality of resurrection.
Luke 23:47-56 You've likely been to a funeral or two in your lifetime. We expect death to some degree. And we understand that everyone stands on level ground before the prospect of death. However, only once has God Himself been laid to rest. And He was the only One who should have never tasted death. So, what was so different about His funeral? Listen this week of we consider the meaning of the funeral of God.
Deut 6 There is no shortage of opinions when it comes to raising your children. Everyone has an opinion on what a child needs as they grow up. However, have for ever asked yourself this question? - What does God think my child needs the most? Today we seek the answer to that question in God's Word.
Luke 23:26-45 When we look at the cross we can certainly see justice taking place. We are told that Jesus took our punishment on the cross. However, we also see amazing mercy at the cross. Listen this week as we consider all of the groups Jesus showed mercy to.
Luke 23:8-25 Have you witnessed people reject Jesus? People have alot of reasons for rejecting Him. Some say it's "not their thing." Others say they don't believe because of a lack of information. Today in our text we are going to see a number of people who rejected Jesus. We consider their reasons for rejecting Jesus today ague continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 22:63-7 Justice is something that we all crave. We want to see evil punished. We desire fairness. However, often at the heart of these desires there is a selfishness. Our sense of justice is skewed. If there was one place where justice should have prevailed though, it should have been at Jesus' trial. Yet, here in this place great injustice takes place. How did Jesus respond? And how should that instruct us in our daily life? Listen as we find answers to those questions this week.
Luke 22:47-62 Have for ever experienced betrayal by a friend? It could be said that betrayal is just part of the human experience. However, it doesn't make it any easier knowing that does it? Betrayal hurts. No one understood betrayal better than Jesus. So, how did Jesus handle betrayal? And how should we respond when we are betrayed? Listen this week as we find answers to those questions and continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
1 Cor 15:1-28 The resurrection is an event that stands at the center of Christianity. If the resurrection never happened, we are the most pitiable of people according to the apostle Paul. If Jesus is not alive, our hope is in vain. So, how can we be sure of this event? What hope do we really have that Jesus rose from the dead? Listen this week as we consider those important questions and more.
Mark 11:1-11 When we think of Palm Sunday we probably think of those who were waving palm branches and saying "hosanna!" How does Jesus go from being welcomed into Jerusalem being hailed as King to being hung on a cross 5 days later? Listen this week as we consider their motives, and perhaps even our motives at times.
Luke 22:35-46 Have you ever been tempted to quit something before? Perhaps it wasn't something particularly important, or maybe it was. But you know that feeling is only amplified in response to the difficulty that lies before you. In our passage today we find Jesus anticipating the greatest horror imaginable - becoming sin and bearing the wrath of God. So, how did He deal with this temptation, and how did His disciples deal with their own temptations? We consider those questions as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 22:20-34 Have you ever made a promise to do something only to find out later that you could not keep that promise? Maybe it was something trivial. However, you likely haven’t made any promises to die for someone recently. That’s exactly what we see Peter promise to Jesus at the last supper. What should we say about Peter’s desire to be faithful? And how should we view our own responsibility to remain faithful to God? Listen this week as we consider those questions and more in our study in the gospel of Luke with Pastor Andrew.
Luke 22:1-22 When you think of the last supper, do you think about all the good Jesus would do at the cross? You might look at the cross and just see all the pain and sadness Jesus would endure. However, there was a joy ahead of Him that perhaps only He could see. So, what was He about to accomplish? And what would His accomplishment mean for you and I today? We seek to answer those questions this week as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 21:20-38 When we look at the prophecies in the Bible, particularly ones by Jesus, there can be a lot of confusion or perhaps even anxiety at times. What do we do with these prophecies? And how should we respond to them? Should we be worried that the world could end at any time? Our response will really depend upon our perspective. So, what should our perspective be? Listen this week as we consider these questions.
Luke 21:5-19 Having the right perspective can be a very important quality. Take, for example, the second coming of Jesus. If you knew when Jesus was returning, do you think that would impact how you live? Well, we may not know the exact day but we certainly know what the outcome of that day will be. Jesus will return and be victorious over sin and evil. So what does that mean for your life? We consider that question as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 20:39-21:4 If we would ask a group a people “Who is Jesus?" we would probably get a number of different answers. Perhaps the recent superbowl ad campaign would be the most obvious example of one such opinion which could be summarized with, "Jesus understands what we experience in life." Was this really His only intent in coming to earth? What did Jesus really say about Himself? We examine those questions today as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
2 Cor 5:14-21 Have you ever spilled something on a valuable item and stained it? You know that feeling of dread as you watch the liquid soak into the material. Stains are often permanent. However, we're told that we have actually been permanently affected, or "stained," by sin. So, what hope is there that we could ever be recovered or cleaned? That hope is not in us. It is found in Jesus Christ. Listen this week as we take time to reflect on the cleansing power of Jesus' own blood.
Luke 20:19-38 Competition is something we see all over the place. We see it in sports, politics, and even our work place. However, there are some competitions that just aren't worth having. Can you imagine a child challenging Michael Jordan to a basketball game? It would hardly be a competition. In the same way we see the Pharisees challenging Jesus. Let's just say, it was hardly a competition. You see, Jesus is the author of wisdom. So, how did He deal with these proud Pharisees? And what can we learn from their lack of wisdom? We consider those questions this week as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 19:45-20:18 Today we are going to look at authority. We understand that authority has different realms. To have authority in one realm does not necessarily permit authority in another realm. A medical doctor may have authority to walk into an operating room, but not the White House. Jesus on the other hand has authority over all realms. So, how did people respond to Jesus' authority? We look at that topic this week as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 19:28-44 We are not likely to understand what it's like to have a king. In America we have leaders, but they do not function as the kings of old did. There was great expectation for a king during Jesus' time. What would this King be like though? And how should He be treated? We'll look at how the people responded to Jesus. However, how should we respond to this King? Listen this week as we consider that question.
Luke 19:11-27 Have you ever found yourself impatiently waiting on something? Perhaps it was something trivial like waiting for previews to end before the start of a movie. However, in Jesus' day the people were waiting for something much more important - The coming Kingdom. Waiting can be hard. So what do we do while we wait? Jesus is coming back. Will you be ready?
Luke 19:1-10 In Luke chapter 18 we saw a blind man seek out the Lord Jesus. This week we see a tax collector seek Him. Listen as we consider the differences in these two accounts. Have you been changed by the Savior?
John 1:14-16 Jesus has come! However, contrary to how the world views Him, He came with a greater purpose than simply showing us how to be kind. He came to bring light light and life. So, if Jesus is the light of the world what does really that mean for you? Listen this week as we conclude our special Christmas series.
John 1:9-13 We're all experienced things that are comparable or similar to something else. Perhaps it's knockoff Coke or generic Oreos. It looks pretty good until you taste it. Then you quickly realize it's not the real thing. There are many things in life that we mistakenly think will bring us happiness or joy, but there is only one place where we will find true joy. Listen this week as we consider the True Light, Jesus Christ.
John 1:6-8 Have you ever found yourself wishing for light? Perhaps you experienced hurricane Sandy and know what it was like to lose electricity for nearly a week or more for some. You know what it's like to have the electricity and lights come back on, and the excitement that goes with that. Today we read about the promise of light, the Lord Jesus. Listen as we consider the hope that is found in Jesus and what that means for you individually.
John 1:1-5 Light is something that most of us probably associate with Christmas. Whether it's Christmas lights, candles, or star decorations we really see symbols of light all around us this time of year. Of course we know that light is not appreciated without darkness. So, what did it mean for Jesus to be given the title, "Light of the World?” What darkness did He bring light to? Listen this week as we seek to answer that question in our new Christmas series.
Luke 18:35-43 Have you ever been without your sight, or had it altered in some way? It can be a disconcerting feeling. In our passage today we see a man that has no physical sight, but he sees something in the Lord Jesus and has a faith that pleases God. Do you have that kind of faith? Listen this week as we look at how Jesus deals with those who may lack physical vision, but have spiritual vision.
Coll 3:12-17 We sure do put a lot of time and work into thanksgiving dinner. We’ll spend hours in the kitchen preparing sides, setting the table, and cleaning the house. However, do you prepare your heart to thank God? That's really what thanksgiving is all about, right? So, how will you prepare for thanksgiving? And more importantly, how does God want you to prepare? Listen this week as we seek to answer that question.
Luke 18:31-34 When we know something bad is going to happen, it changes the way we feel and act. We might even try to avoid it if possible. When we look at the Lord Jesus anticipating His death we don't see Him filled with fear. He certainly wanted the cup of God's wrath to pass from Him, but He was willing to obey God above all else. So, what did it mean for Jesus to know he was going to die and how did he prepare for it? Listen as we consider those questions for our special communion service.
Luke 18:9-30 When we think of those who will be in Heaven perhaps we would all have different opinions. We tend to grade evil on a scale that is somewhat inconsistent and varies by circumstance. So, who will be in heaven? And perhaps more importantly, who won’t be in heaven? Listen this week as Jesus warns about the kind of person that will not be in heaven.
Luke 18:1-8 Sometimes when we pray we may feel like we are in the darkness. Perhaps there is a circumstance when there is no hope or we feel like God is silent. How do we think about our circumstances? And more importantly, how do we think about prayer during these trials? Jesus helps us to understand these difficult questions in our passage today. Listen as we take a look at the parable of the persistent widow as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 17:20-37 In Luke chapter 17 we see Jesus describe a kingdom, and its a kingdom that is in heaven but also comes down to earth. Most of us are pretty unfamiliar with kings, let alone kingdoms. So, what did Jesus mean when He said, "the kingdom of God is within you?" And when is this King coming?
Luke 17:11-19 Sickness and death are undoubtedly horrible things. Even in light of medical advancements there are still diseases today that are very serious. Leprosy was one such illness in the time of Jesus. In our passage today we see Jesus perform two healings on the same person. Why did He do this? And what does it mean for your life? Listen as we seek to answer those questions this week.
Luke 17:1-10 Humility is not a very popular word. We may like the concept of it but we rarely see it in the world around us. We are a proud people. But did you know that a proud heart will keep you from forgiving? So, how do we live in a proud world and maintain the humility needed to forgive in our relationships? Listen to the words of Jesus as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 16:19-31 Is it not a common mindset to think that God is so loving that He will let basically everyone into heaven? We like to think of God as the jolly old grandfather that just brushes everything under the rug. However, that's not the God of the Bible, and it is certainly not what Jesus taught about God and the afterlife. So, what did Jesus teach about heaven and hell? And do you know which place you'll go when you die? Listen this week as we consider those questions in the gospel of Luke.
Titus 1:1-16 When you think about the various types of churches across the world the leaders in those places are likely very different from one another. We could ask the question, "What would you like in a pastor?" and we would likely get many different answers. However, perhaps the question we should ask is, “What does God want in a pastor?" We seek to understand that question today as we look at Paul's letter to Titus.
Eph 5:15-20 Thankfulness, Joy, and humility. What would it look like for these qualities to be present in your relationships. Would your workplace, your church, and your family look different? Being filled by the Holy Spirit will naturally bring about these qualities. So, what does it really mean to be filled by the Holy Spirit, and how do we know if we that is happening on our lives? Listen as guest preacher Jeremy Frazor helps us find those answers in the book of Ephesians.
Eph 4:26-32 Anger is something that we can probably all admit we struggle with at times. We may struggle to admit this sin or perhaps try to justify it. So, how are you doing with this destructive sin? Guest preacher Jeremy Frazor shows us from God's Word how we find the cure to an angry heart.
Sunday PM Jonah 4 After we see Jonah go to the Ninevites to warn them of judgment, we see the people repent! This is one of the most amazing miracles in the Bible. However, that's not how Jonah viewed it. He was angry at God! Have you ever wondered why? Listen to a second special message from guest preacher Jeremy Frazor.
Sunday AM Matthew 12:38-42 You may have heard about Jonah and the whale. Some remember Jonah from their Sunday school classrooms. Others know Jonah as simply a fable. However, Jesus recognized Jonah as a real person as he is described in the Scriptures. He spoke of Jonah when he warned His listeners about impending judgment. Though, His desire was for mercy to be shown. Have you heeded the warning that Jesus gave? Listen this week as we think about that question with special guest preacher Jeremy Frazor.
John 6:53-58 When Jesus told people that He was the bread of life you’d think there would have been rejoicing and curiosity. However, it caused confusion for many of His listeners; as it does today too. So, what does it really mean to eat the body of Christ and drink His blood? Jesus warned His listeners that those who do not eat His body or drink His blood have no part in Him. So, have have partaken in this bread and this cup? Listen this week as we seek to find answers to these questions.
Luke 16:14-18 What does it mean to be righteous? It's a word that we don't hear much nowadays. However, Jesus used it all throughout His ministry. He thought it was a pretty important topic. So, are you righteous? And does God think you're righteous? Listen this week as we seek to answer those questions.
Luke 16:1-13 You don't have to look for to see how wealth is idolized by people. Sadly even some leaders in churches idolize money. We can all feel the lure of wealth at times. So, what does Jesus have to say about wealth and stewardship. Listen this week as we seek to answer that question.
1 Timothy 6:17-19 How do you think about your possessions? Are they yours, and yours alone to be used as you please? What about your body? And your gifts and talents? How should we think about all that has been given to us? Listen this week as Pastor Caleb helps us answer those questions as we look at Paul's first letter to Timothy.
Acts 16:1-15 Special guest speaker and missionary Chris Mauger joins us this week to remind us that God accomplishes His purpose when it comes to the spread of the gospel.
Luke 15:1-32 Have you ever been truly lost? Perhaps you were hiking or traveling to see a friend. However, when you finally get back on track there is such a relief and joy. Spiritually speaking, have you been found? Do you see yourself as lost? Listen this week as we consider those questions in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 14:25-33 There are probably many ways you’ve heard preachers give a call to follow Jesus. Perhaps you’ve seen people come to the altar in the church and bow down in reverence. Others raise their hand to accept the gift of salvation. However, the most important question is, “What was the invitation they were responding to?” And the next question you may have is, “How did Jesus invite people to follow Him?” Listen this week as we seek to answer that question in the gospel of Luke.
Gal 3:10-14 It doesn't take long in ur culture to stumble across profanity. We hear "curse" words in our music, our television, and even in our relationships. However, we really don't understand what it means to curse someone. The Scriptures tell us that Jesus was cursed for us. So, what does that really mean? Listen this week as we seek to understand what it meant for Jesus to be cursed.
John 10:22-30 Listen to this special message from guest preacher and worship leader at Crosspoint, Andrew Buck. Perhaps you’ve heard Jesus refer to Himself as the Good Shepherd. However, do you know if you’re one of His sheep? He makes a distinction between those who are part of His fold, and those that are not. And if you are part of His fold, are you faithfully following Him? Jesus tell us that His sheep follow Him and are known by Him. Are you known by the Shepherd?
Luke 14:1-24 Although many people recognize Jesus as a kind, good person they often neglect His harder teachings and His warnings. They go along with much of modern psychology's belief that we are the most important thing in life. As much as we may recognize that God is the most important thing we would be wrong to say that Jesus didn't think people are important. So, what exactly did that mean for Jesus to treat people as important? And what does that mean for you and I? Listen this week as we seek to find answers to these questions and much more in our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 13:31-35 Ministry can be exciting at times. Though perhaps not in the way you might be thinking. Sometimes when you are doing work for the Lord you will be threatened with physical harm. You can also be discouraged at times. So, how do you respond to such things? What do you look to for comfort? And how did Jesus respond in those circumstances? Listen this week as we consider those questions in our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 13:18-30 When you travel to other countries you undoubtedly see evidence of the country you have visited. Interestingly, Jesus tells us much about His Kingdom. So, what would it look like to enter God's Kingdom? Jesus tells us about His Kingdom this week as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 13:10-17 This week Jesus addresses people who would actually criticize Him for healing a woman. Their reasoning is because of the law. You and I don’t necessarily think of living “under the law” nowadays, especially as gentiles. However, do you live by grace, or by the law? What would your actions say? Find out this week as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 13:1-9 You don't need to look far to see evidence of tragedies. Although in the United States we have seen two recent tragedies there is almost always some terrible event or accident in front of us. So, what are we to make of tragedies? Why does the Lord allow them to happen? Can any good come from them? Jesus helps us answer those questions as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 12:49-59 People tend to think of Jesus as friendly and easy-going. The kind of religious figure that just helped people “get along.” However, that is not the Jesus of the Bible. Jesus actually warned people that following Him would likely cause division in their families and in their relationships. So, is that true? Does following Jesus mean that I have to just cast off my family and friends? Listen this week as we consider those questions.
Luke 12:35-48 Have you ever found yourself unprepared? Perhaps it was arriving to work on time or getting prepared to leave for vacation. However, these things will pale in comparison to what is coming - Jesus is coming. Are you ready? We ponder that question this week as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
Gen 22:1-19 If you are a father and you have a son there is no doubt you can see the special relationship that exists between a father and a son. You likely would be willing to give your life for your son a thousand times over if his life was in jeopardy. So, as we look at the account of Abraham and his son Isaac, we begin to understand the great cost that was involved there. God stopped that sacrifice, but there would be a day when God's own Son would step into that place and there would be no rescue for Him. God sacrificed His own Son for you, and for me. Listen this week as we consider the Lamb of God.
2 Tim 1:1-7 Mothers sure do alot for their families. We could think of their work around the home, their care for their family, etc. However, Christian mothers have something far greater to give to their children. They can give the gift of Christ. When you think about it though, God has given that responsibility to all of us. So, how are you giving Christ to your family? And what about your church family? Listen this week as we consider how God wants us to share our faith with the next generation.
Luke 12:22-34 If you or a loved one has struggled with anxiety, this week’s message will be a tremendous help to you. Last week we learned about the foolishness of riches. The Lord has so much wisdom. Think about that this week as He instructs us about the cure for anxiety. He was not unaware of the mental and emotional challenges that plague many of us. It might seem uncompassionate to hear the words, “stop worrying,” but that’s exactly what Jesus said. Let’s look this week at why that was the kindest thing He could say to us, and why it is true.
Luke 12:13-21 How do you think about money? Do you live and breathe to buy new things? Are you content? Or are you perhaps averse to any kind of possessions that exceed the absolute essentials? You might be asking yourself, "what would Jesus say about how I handle my money?" We look at that question this week.
Acts 2:22-39 We've all probably witnessed hopeless events before. You might think of a losing football team, a foregone trial, etc. Sometimes in a moment everything can change and it can shock everyone. We might something like, "it's not over til it's over!" This is exactly what happened after Jesus died. On the third day He would rise claiming victory over death! So, what does that mean for you and I? Listen as we consider that question on this resurrection Sunday.
Mark 11:1-11 It's interesting how this day is called Palm Sunday. The palm is probably the least important element of the account we have in Mark 11. However, it does remind us of the kingship of Jesus. So, why are they treating Him like a king? And was He truly a king? Have you ever thought about what that means for your life? Pastor Sam answers those questions this week.
Luke 12:1-12 Last week we looked at the danger of hypocrisy and what it means for us spiritually. What are we to do to cure religious hypocrisy? This week we consider how Jesus answered that question.
Luke 11:33-54 You're probably heard people say things like, "I don’t go to church because it is full of hypocrites." There can certainly be some truth to that. In some ways we all fail to be everything that we hope to be. However, Jesus had to address something worse than that. What would He say to someone who is claiming to be something that they are not? Find out this week as we hear how Jesus addresses hypocrisy.
Luke 11:29-32 Have you ever heard someone say something like, "I'm not as bad as ____” and you can fill in the blank. We tend to compare ourselves to people that are worse than us and think that we are not so bad. People in Jesus' day did the same thing. Wonder what Jesus had to say to them? Listen this week as we consider Jesus' words to His generation.
Luke 11:5-13 We learned about prayer last week. However, have you ever considered how faith is tied to prayer? Do you pray in faith? We consider that question this week as we continue our series in the gospel of Luke.
Luke 11:1-4 Prayer is one of those topics that probably comes up as an area of weakness for many Christians. Can you honestly say you enjoy prayer? Do you pray often? Do you actually know how to pray? Listen this week as we consider those questions and continue our study in the gospel of Luke.
There are plenty spheres of life where desperation is not an attractive quality. Think about dating or looking for a job. Not exactly the place you want to appear desperate! However, there are times when desperation is exactly the right emotion. Listen this week as we look at how Jesus encountered a desperate man.
Have you ever met someone and thought, "This is not likely someone to get saved?'' We might know theologically that this is not true. However, sometimes we just have a tendency to think like humans, and not like God. If you had met Simon Peter in the Bible you might have thought that he was one of these unlikely converts. Listen this week as we see how Jesus encountered this man.
From our youth we all naturally don't like authority. We can see this in childhood and all throughout the human life. Just consider the lawless behavior throughout the United States during so-called protests over The past few years. So what should we do when we are confronted with the authority of the Lord Jesus? Where did His authority come from? And should we listen to our own rebellious attitudes on authority, or should we listen to Jesus?
There is no doubt that we can all see that the world is not doing better than it was in years past, particularly in the United States. There is more suicide, more mental illness, more wars, etc. However, we are wealthier than ever. Sexual liberty proponents have told of that we can be free now. So, you would think that we would be happier. Unfortunately, that's not the case. Listen this week as Jesus reminds us that we can never be truly happy until we are poor and brokenhearted.
We have so much to be thankful for. Yet, it is easy to forget about these things. Let’s be reminded today by the psalmist about the most important reason we should be thankful.
We have expectations for what a funeral for an important person would look like. Between the floral arrangements, the setting, the eulogies, the grave site, etc. We would expect something ornate and with pomp. However, would you believe that the most important person in all of history died a criminal's death with little recognition? This is exactly what the Lord Jesus experienced. Join us today as we consider the depths He would go to for you and I.
If we asked a group of people, "what is the greatest thing you can do for a child?'' we would probably get a bunch of different answers. However, if we asked God that question, what would He say? Listen this week as we honor the mothers God gave to us and receive instruction for how to guide the children in our lives.
You don't need to look far to see that there is sin in the world. However, it is also sad to say that we see sin in the church today. James says that we sin when our hearts are drawn away from their own desires. So, we don't need to look to the world to see sin. We see it in our own hearts. It's our human nature. However, Jesus was also human. This week we look at how He responded to temptation by the devil himself.
No one can deny that John the Baptist was a unique person. Some people in his day would have probably said that he was just plain odd. However, he had a message to preach and it was of critical importance.
Any parent can relate to the idea that we tend to think our kids are the greatest. We celebrate their athletic abilities, their academic achievements sand their various charming characteristics. However, we know that they are not perfect. There was a child that was perfect though. It was the child Christ Jesus. Listen this week as we look at this perfect child.
Have you ever been at a large event and struggled to see from a great distance? Perhaps a concert or a sports game. There's an excitement in the air that helps to make up for it though. That was the scene when Jesus entered into Jerusalem the week before his crucifixion. We can discuss their misplaced expectations, but there's still a question for you and I - Are you excited about the Lord Jesus?
God is on trial. An innocent man is condemned. Why would this ever be taking place. Please be reminded this week about the greatest truth in all of human history; that God stood in our place.
At some point in your life you’ve probably had the experience of meeting an important person or a celebrity. It's a strange experience to be in front of that person. There were two people we read about in Luke's gospel that were waiting for an important person. They were waiting to meet the Savior. This week we look at the preparations they made to meet Jesus. Are you ready to meet Jesus?
Think about some of the most significant events in history. What events come to mind? Surely some that come to mind involve individuals we would consider to be monumental in shaping history. However, it cannot be underestimated just how monumental the birth of Christ was, and is today. His birth literally split the time line! We take a look today at the first proclamation of God coming in the flesh.
You've most certainly heard of John the Baptist. Though, if you had to sum up his life in a phrase, what would you say? He was a baptizer? He was a strange character that ate bugs? He was undoubtedly unique. However, those are not the things that made him special. Listen this week as we take a closer look at John, and learn how we can be unique like John.
We sure hear alot of unbelievable things come out of the media nowadays. Some are good, but others not so much. How do we know when we should believe something? And when should we practice faith with what we hear? This was what Mary and Elizabeth were faced with when they heard news of their impending pregnancies. They had a simple faith and we see God honor that. So, what does God expect in terms of our faith? Listen this week as pastor Sam continues his series in the gospel of Luke.
If you are a Christian you have a new nature. Can others see that? Listen this week as Pastor Caleb tells us what to look for in the life of a genuine believer.
It's hard to deny that in our world today it is hard to find moments of silence. There is noise all around us and silence can be hard to find. We might therefor think that all silence is special or good. That wasn't the case in Luke chapter 1 though. A priest named Zacharias and many people in Israel during that time were waiting for God to break His silence. He did. Listen this week as we hear how God spoke and what it means for you and me.
Last week Pastor Sam asked the question, “Do WE still need the church?” This week we make it more personal - Do I still need the church?
If someone asked you to define the church, what would you say? I’m sure we would hear a variety of different answers if we asked a group of people. However, what would be the right answer? What does God’s Word say about the church? Listen this week as Pastor Sam begins a new series about the church.
Pastor Caleb teaches us about the blessed truth of unity in Christ this week in Ephesians chapter 4.
What is thanksgiving really all about? We don't mean the actual historical events but rather the attitude or heart of thanksgiving. And how do we have thankfulness in the midst of pain, hardship, or suffering? Listen this week as Pastor Sam walks us through psalm 63 and shows us what the Lord is looking for in our hearts.
If we looked out on the world and asked the question, "who is the most powerful?" we might get a myriad of different answers. However, if we ask the question, "who is the king of the world?" there should only be one answer. Do you know that King?
Music in the church has certainly changed throughout the years. We may still hear hymns of old, but all of us can agree that every generation of Christians has brought their own influence in terms of musical style to the church. Worship never changes though. God is looking at the heart and is looking for hearts of worship. Do you have a heart of worship?
It is so common for us to think that revenge will only hurt the object of our vengeance. However, it almost always hurts us as well. The children of Israel experienced this first-hand in judges 21. Let's see how we can learn from their mistakes as we finish our series in judges.
When you look at the history of most civil wars, they typically stem from division on moral issues. That is true today and it was true in the book of judges. So, are these wars simply unavoidable? Who's to blame? And what should the Christian say in the midst of such events? Listen this week as we find answers to those questions and continue our study in the book of judges.
Who has the right to tell you what to do? We might think of our elders our bosses, our authority figures, etc. However, there is One greater than all of them, and when we abandon Him there can be catastrophic consequences.
When we look at the American church, it's easy to see that there is widespread compromise. Just look at most mainline denominations and the changes that have taken place over the last few decades. Religion, like most things in our fallen world, can become corrupt. So, we need to pay careful attention to our faith and our local church. Listen this week as Pastor Sam warns us of corrupt religion as we continue our series in the book of judges.
We can all have a different definition when it comes to the word "worship." Denominations have been formed based on their definition of worship. Sometimes the problem is that we really just want to have it our way. However, the most important question is,"how does God define worship?"
Have you ever heard anyone say, "I'm too far gone?" Or maybe that a machine is ''beyond repair?" We might have said that about Samson earlier in his account. However, God does not always see things the way we do. Listen this week as we see God's amazing grace working in the life of Samson.
We all understand the principle of sowing and reaping. We've seen Samson sow a lot of pride, disobedience, lust, etc. Now it's time to see what he will reap. Listen this week as we continue our study in the book of judges.
While it makes for an exciting account, the story of Samson is truly a tragic one. We see a man that was supposed to be a leader amongst his people. However, instead he typified the worldly thinking of his day and failed to be a Godly example. Listen this week as we consider what worldly thinking looks like.
This week we continue to look at the life of Samson. It might be exciting, but it won't be pretty! Not every person God highlights in the scriptures is intended to be a good example for us. However, that doesn't mean that we can't learn something from the life of Samson.
Ever anticipate something and find yourself rudely awakened by a very different reality? Maybe you’ve been thinking about that as you’ve reflected on the year 2020. However, there are much more important things to be considering in life, like your spiritual health. Don’t make the same mistake as the children of Israel in the book of judges. See yourself as God does. Listen this week as Pastor Sam helps us to do just that.
If politics could be summed up in one word it would be "power." Every politician wants this and uses it achieve their goals. However, Jesus was a king and yet He looked very different than many of our leaders today. Listen this week as we look at Jesus before His crucifixion and as we consider His kingship.
What does it mean to take refuge in Christ? Listen this week as we listen to a special guest sermon by Matt Oser.
Jephthah's oath is a fairly well known account in the Bible. It was one of the odder accounts in judges. But what was so wrong about his oath? Listen this week as pastor Sam continues his series in the book of judges.
What does unity in the church look like? Listen this week as pastor Caleb preaches this important message.
We all see manipulation in the World. Whether it is people, facts, or ideas, there 's manipulation all around us. No one could imagine trying to manipulate God but that's exactly what the people in the book of judges sought to do. Listen this week as we continue our study in the book of judges.
It's not politically correct anymore to be patriotic. However, it's not wrong as a Christian to care about and appreciate your country. IT is wrong though to have greater allegiance to your country than you do to God. And you prove it through your actions. Listen this week as we contime our series in the book of Judges.
We understand that little things can cause devastating effects. All it takes is for you to live in the year 2020 to see the effects a microscopic virus can have on the world. If only the Israelites understood this during the time of the judges. Listen this week as we learn the importance of choices and their consequences.
If you talk to different fathers you might hear many ideas of what a good father looks like. However, what does God think about how to be a good father? Find out as Pastor Sam gives a special father's day message.
At first glance our passage today looks just like any other passage in the book of judges. There is a judge that God has ordained to enact justice and there are objects of that justice. However, when we take a look there is really something else going on, and it’s not pretty for Gideon. Listen this week as we learn about the danger of revenge.
Sometimes God asks us to do things that seem absurd. Gideon understood this better than most of us. However, he obeyed God and something amazing happened. Listen this week as we continue our study in the book of Judges.
You might remember Gideon as being a valiant warrior, a faithful follower, a might man of God. However, that kind of view might not be what we actually find in Judges 6. Perhaps you’re more like Gideon than you realize. Listen this week as we continue our study in the book of Judges.
A special Mother’s Day message that reminds us all how important love is, and what that looks like in our lives.
Imagine being invited to a famous individual’s home and choosing to stay in the basement the entire time. Well that’s not far from what the children of Israel did when God showed them a better way. Listen this week as Pastor Sam helps us to avoid this kind of mistake as we continue our study in the book of Judges
When God gives you a command, you have a choice whether you want to follow Him. However, just beware that your choice will have a powerful impact on your life and your spiritual health. Listen this week as Pastor Sam walks us through this instructive passage.
There are a lot of opinions out there about manhood and womanhood, even in the church. However, what does God have to say about your role as a man or woman? And does the account of Deborah in the book of judges change our understanding of Biblical womanhood? Those answers and more this week as we continue our study in the book of judges.
If you were to be present when Jesus entered into Jerusalem the week before his crucifixion you might have asked yourself, “What’s the big deal about Jesus?” Pastor Sam answers that question this week as we look at why the Lord Jesus is so special.
If you've lived for any number of years you've probably noticed that a lot can change over time. One minute you think you're "up with the times" and the next you're left behind. There can be good changes and bad changes from one generation to another. Unfortunately, judges 2 tells us that it was mostly bad changes for them. Listen this week as Pastor Sam warns us of the failure of passing on the right things to the next generation.
How are you doing spiritually in light of the impact COVID-19 has had? Has it hurt to not gather as a church? Or does it just feel like a vacation? If it’s the latter, you might need to evaluate your spiritual health. Listen this week as Pastor Sam reminds us of the importance of the church and how we can care for those around us during this strange time.
We can all relate with forgetfulness. Whether it's misplacing our car keys, forgetting or spouse's birthday, or forgetting an important event, we're all experienced those moments. However, it's something else to forget God. That's exactly what the children of Israel did in the book of Judges. Listen this week as we learn from the Israelites' mistake.
It's not uncommon for tests in life to come when we least expect it. All you need to hear is "pop quiz" and shivers might run down your spine as you recall memories of school growing up. However, that's often how life goes. Tests come out of the blue and if we're not prepared we may fail. That's what happened to the children of Israel in Judges chapter 3. Listen this week as we continue our study in the book of Judges.
There are plenty of things that children do that are cute and humorous. However, if adults did some of those things it would be utterly foolish. Well we probably have our fair share of foolish ideas, and so did the children of Israel. Listen as we learn from their mistakes this week.
The book of judges contains the mantra, "man is sinful. God is gracious." As we continue to study this book we see that Israel was unwilling to completely obey God. However, were they all that different from us? Listen this week as Pastor Sam shares this convicting message.