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We believe that a simple discipleship process helps people grow closer to Jesus Christ. Here at Impact we strive to help others "Know the Love of God", "Grow in His Love", and "Show His Love to the World". The process of "Know, Grow, Show" is at the heart of everything we do here at Impact Church.
As a church, we are always looking to take our next step. As individuals, we should also be looking to take our next step of faith. We can’t follow after someone if we aren’t taking steps!
As we embark on a 3-year journey together as a church, we must recognize there is no next without Jesus. It is all about Him. It always has been, and it always will be. For there is no other name by which we must be saved.
Not only is God a cosmic being with no beginning or end, He is a loving Father who knows us on a personal level.
We should praise God because He is worthy to be praised. He is all that He says He is. Is your life representative of praise?
What happens when we don’t feel the presence of God? How can we respond, and can we know He is always right here with us?
God’s love is exactly what we need to sustain us in life. Because of His steadfast love, our life should be one of worship to Him.
In Psalm 51, we see David face his sinfulness head on. He cries out to God, humbling himself. Confessing and repenting should be a daily activity for every Christ follower.
Oh, sing to the Lord a new song. As Jesus followers, we have already won the victory because of Christ. We should worship from a place a victory – responding to all that He is and all that He’s done.
Psalm 23 is one of the most popular Psalms. We see that God is more than just a cosmic being; He care about His kids and walks with them through it all.
The Word of God isn’t just some ancient book we can look to occasionally. Scripture is our map and our mirror. It guides us and it shows us our need for Jesus. Do you desire His word?
Even in the midst of hard times and unwanted circumstances, God is right there with His children.
Most people skip over the genealogy in the Bible, but understanding how God used an ordinary girl from the wrong side of the tracks to change the world gives us hope and purpose.
God had the right, the resources and the resolve to redeem a fallen people through Jesus.
Even in relationships, God is sovereign. He is in control, even when we don’t believe it.
Everything we have is because it has been given to us by God. Do we feel entitled to what we have or are we truly grateful? Who are we that God would lavish His love and grace upon us?
Even in our working, God is still in control. He is the reason we are able to continue on, even through the difficult circumstances of life. He changes everything.
Why do bad things happen to good people? The truth is none of us are good. We know, even in our pain, God is working. He is in control of all things, and His ways are greater than our ways.
One of the agents God uses for our sanctification is children. Being a parent is challenging, but understanding the ultimate purpose is vital. Are you raising arrows?
When we are infected with the Gospel, our life changes forever. Because it is an inside-out change, once our heart is made new and our mind is being transformed, our life begins to look different.
There is no list of things to make us “good” people. We simply have to know God, grow in Him, and begin to show His love to the world. There are some ingredients, and they are only available through the power of the Spirit.
Jesus took ALL our sin, forgiving us, by nailing it to the cross. As Believers, there is now no condemnation. The enemy has been defeated once and for all.
Jesus is before all things. He doesn’t do second, nor should He. Is He first in your life?
As Paul was writing to the Colossian church from prison, he wanted them to know just how much he cared for them. He mentions multiples times how he prays for them, and in the same way, Pastor Dustin prays for Impact Church.
Your love can grow old, or you can grow old in love. The choice is yours. We can continue to mature in our love if we continue to pursue and value.
Sex isn’t gross, but it’s also not God. In reality, sex is a good gift from God for the purpose of procreation and recreation. How can we have Godly sex? For starters, it is between two Jesus followers, in the covenant of marriage, pursuing God and pursuing one another.
The marriage relationship is often treated like a contract. A contract says, “If you do this, then I will do this.” This type of marriage is unbiblical and is a recipe for disaster. Instead, God calls us to have a covenant marriage. A covenant says, “No matter what, I will.”
When it comes to sex, the world’s view is much different than God’s view. Because we allow the world to be loudest, sexual sin is rampant in our culture. Where sexual sin exists, intimacy in relationships is driven out. How can we stay away from sexual immorality?
The world often tells us how men and women should be, but when we turn to Scripture we find something completely different. In the context of relationships, the Bible is clear on how men and women should live. Join us as we look at the beginning of Song of Solomon and see some characteristics of Godly men and women.
When we shift our perspective toward Jesus, we begin to see our time and talents as resources to make a difference for the Kingdom of God. No matter what our current situation is, God wants to use us right where we are.
If you’ve been around church for a while you have probably heard the phrase, “first and best” at some point. This week we will dig in a bit and really look at what it means and how we can practically give God our first and best because He gave us His first and best in Jesus.
Do you think you are a leader? The truth is, leadership is influence; and we all have influence. We are either leading people toward Jesus or away from Him. What would it look like if we shifted and became Godly influencers?
Once we shift our affection and satisfaction to Jesus, it should overflow into every aspect of our lives – including our families. How can we build a home that is truly focused on Jesus?
If we want to engage in the mission of making a Kingdom difference, it all starts with shifting our affection and satisfaction toward Jesus. Is He the one thing that drives everything?
Merry Christmas! Throughout this series, we have looked at the wonder of God’ love, God’s timing and God’s name. To wrap up our Christmas series, we are looking at the wonder of God’s hope. That hope? Jesus! Let’s celebrate as God loved us enough to send Jesus on a rescue mission for all humanity.
God is wonder, and Christmas speaks to that unlike any other time of the year. Understanding His character helps us understand His wonder. Understanding His wonder helps us experience Him like never before.
Wonder and waiting usually don’t go together. But with God, we can be confident that He is working in the waiting, which is full of wonder. How can we get through the seasons that are supposed to be cheerful when we don’t feel cheerful at all? How can we wait on God knowing in the waiting is a beautiful, wonderful time?
Christmas is often associated with wonder. One of the wonders of God is His extravagant and transformational love. What does this love mean for us as we try to navigate this life?
If we know God’s will, that’s a great start. But how can we truly live in the will of God?
Leaders. Difficult people. Unwanted circumstances. Can we really live in God’s will in such a messed up world? Can we really be full of joy? Can we really live with an attitude of constant prayer? Can we really be thankful all the time?
God’s sovereign will cannot and will not be deterred. So how is that so many things happen in life that we know can’t be the heart of God? And why does He not stop some things from happening? How can we really know His will?
Every Believer has a spiritual gift, yet not all Believers know it, believe it, understand it and/or know what to do with it. Join us as we learn what spiritual gifts are for, where they came from, and how we can truly live them out every day.
The Spirit is God, and He is personable. He is also active. What are some things the Holy Spirit has done, is doing and will do? Join us for Week 2 as we dive in and discover some amazing works of the Spirit.
Are you adequately experiencing the reality of the presence and the power of the Holy Spirit? Your answer to this question is pivotal in living a Spirit-filled life the way God intends for every Believer to live. Understanding who the Spirit is and how we can experience Him is where it all starts. The Holy
When we begin to walk more and more in our God-given purpose, the enemy will not only try to discourage us, but he will try to distract us as well. How can we face these distractions head on without stopping the work God has called us to do? Nehemiah was an ordinary guy who had
Discouragement comes in many forms, and we will see how Nehemiah faced this when he started doing the work God called him to do. We will see how the enemy will attack us and then see how we can overcome the discouragement and keep working. Nehemiah was an ordinary guy who had a deep
When we receive the burden and actually let it in, then what? How can we begin to walk in the calling we have? Nehemiah was an ordinary guy who had a deep burden. Throughout this series, we will see how the burden led to action, how he planned the action, how he faced opposition
All of us have something to burdens our heart. What do we do when the burden arises? Do we try to let it pass and just move on with our lives, or do we really let it in and break our heart? Nehemiah was an ordinary guy who had a deep burden. Throughout this
The story of the prodigal son is a popular parable in the Bible. While most people focus on the son, it’s pretty interesting to look at this from the perspective of the father. What an amazing display of love, grace and mercy. And guess what? Our Heavenly Father has all those qualities to the max.
We all build our lives on something – either the things of this world or on the gospel of Jesus. What is the one thing that drives everything for you?
Jesus begins to wrap up his sermon, and he wants to summarize everything He has been saying. He wants His listeners to know that it isn’t about what they know but rather about who they know and how that relationships impacts their lives. While we may not have been in attendance, the words of Jesus
The way we pray is directly proportionate to the way we see God. Do we see Him as judge? Do we see Him as only a king? Do we see Him as the man upstairs? Do we see Him as Father? The way we answer this questions determines how strong and how powerful our prayer
Jesus talks about money two different times in the Sermon on the Mount, yet His main focus is less about finances and more about heart. What we value and treasure the most ends up grabbing hold of us and our heart follows. Where is your treasure? Do you value the things of this world or
Spiritual disciplines are discussed all the time in the church, yet one of the most powerful disciplines gets left out. Maybe it’s because it’s not fun. Maybe it’s because people think it’s silly. Maybe it’s because people just don’t understand it is actually a spiritual discipline. But along with generosity and prayer, Jesus includes fasting
Most of us, even those of us not raised in church, have heard the “Lord’s Prayer” at some point in our lives. What is this prayer all about, and why did Jesus give it to us? Should we memorize it? Should we recite it often? What does it even mean? Join us for Week 7
Generosity is important. In fact, Jesus talked about money about 40% of the time – more than grace, more than Heaven, more than the gospel. Jesus had to know money was going to be one of those idols that could grab us – and grab us hard. The greatest sermon ever recorded was the sermon
Sometimes we hear things that stop us in our tracks. There was no one better at this than Jesus. While culture teaches us one thing, Jesus flips that on its head and teaches something radically different. The greatest sermon ever recorded was the sermon Jesus gave on a mountainside. The Sermon on the Mount starts
Lustful intent, divorce – two things we often try to avoid talking about in the church. Jesus attacked both of these topics head on in His sermon, and it would be a disservice if we didn’t dive in and see what He had to say. The greatest sermon ever recorded was the sermon Jesus
Moses gave a law that most of us learn as a kid. Jesus comes and says it’s not just about the action, instead it is mainly about the heart. Don’t murder, of course. But don’t even be angry, rather be reconciled. Jesus could say this because He is the greatest reconciler of all time.
Jesus says we are the salt and light of the world. What does that mean and how can we live like it? As we dive into these questions, we will be encouraged that our identity always comes before activity. The greatest sermon ever recorded was the sermon Jesus gave on a mountainside. The Sermon
Most people view the beatitudes as a list of circumstantial blessings. In actuality, the beatitudes is Jesus opening His famous sermon with the Gospel. Rather than a list, this is actually the process of one coming to know Jesus personally. The greatest sermon ever recorded was the sermon Jesus gave on a mountainside. The
While Mother’s Day is usually one of the most attended church services in the year, Father’s Day is one of the least attended services. There are probably many reasons for this, but what a special time it is to celebrate the men in our lives. the Bible has a lot to say about Godly men,
What is revival and how can we experience it? Looking at the last chapter in the book of Job, we can see how he truly experienced God in a whole new way, and because of that, he experienced true revival. Job: Lessons Through the Suffering Life can be full of good times and great
The more you study the Bible, the more you realize that everything really does point to Jesus. This week we will take a look at how the Gospel is intertwined all throughout the story, suffering and life of Job. Job: Lessons Through the Suffering Life can be full of good times and great memories. It can also be
We are quick to give advice, and in some instances, quick to receive it. While advice and counsel can be a really good thing, we need to always be sure it is WISE. Whether giving or receiving advice, there are some questions we can ask to ensure it really is wise counsel. Job: Lessons Through
Job was a man who loved God, loved his family and had lots of money. In an instant, all of his material things and all of his kids were taken away. How did he respond? He chose faith. Choosing faith doesn’t make everything better, but it does point us to Jesus. Job: Lessons Through the Suffering
Mother’s Day is a joyous day for some, while for others it is a day of sadness. One thing we all have in common is this: we often feel inadequate and overwhelmed. When we look at some key women in Scripture, we can see how easy it is to fall into traps, and we can
Jesus loved us so much that he suffered the cross and ultimately defeated death on our behalf. How should we respond to that kind of love? Glory. Grace. Gall. One truth that we can’t get over is this: the Creator of the universe loves us. Because of His love, we can be connected to Him
After Jesus put death to death, He didn’t just ascend into Heaven right away. We actually see that He appeared to some folks at various times. This is important because we can get a glimpse of how His love really changes our lives – from the inside out. One truth that we can’t get over
There are a lot of popular Bible verses, but none more known than John 3:16. As we break down this verse in the context in which it was said, we are reminded of God’s love, His rescue plan for humanity, and how we can be in relationship with Him. One truth that we can’t get
We’ve seen Jesus enter the city, enter the temple and enter the upper room. All of these events are leading up to His eventual arrest, trial and death on the cross. As we close out this series, we will see Jesus enter the garden and cry out to the Father. We will clearly see the
As Jesus is preparing to die on the cross for all humanity, we see His heart as He eats a meal with His disciples. Unbeknownst to the other guys in the room, this last meal pointed directly to the sacrifice Jesus would soon become. How awesome is it that the Savior of the world was
After Jesus entered Jerusalem, He immediately went to the temple and found people and things out of place. This is the famous event of Jesus “turning over tables.” Let’s look at the reason Jesus wasn’t pleased and see how we all have set tables up in our own lives that need to be flipped. What
Before Jesus entered Jerusalem in what would be the week leading to His death, we see Him once again tell His disciples about the cross and the resurrection, we see Him teach His disciples about serving others, and we see Him heal the blind. All of this leads to His triumphal entry where people recognize
We see all the way back in the book of Genesis how the enemy attacks people to not only destroy them, but to also destroy their relationships. If we want to have a healthy, God-honoring marriage, we must understand the tactics of the enemy and overcome that with the purpose and plan and power of the
When we think of marriage, we automatically think of a commitment. The problem isn’t what we think, it’s what we believe. If we really believe marriage is a commitment between a husband and wife, then we have a great first step to a God-honoring marriage. Let’s learn what it means to truly unit as one
Conflict is part of every marriage. We are going to fight because we are sinful people. The question isn’t, “Are we going to fight?” The question is, “How are we going to fight?” The Bible is clear and practical when it comes to fighting fair in the midst of conflict, especially when we apply it
Have you ever heard the phrase, “Communication is key”? Well, that’s actually pretty accurate. Communication is something usually well intended and poorly executed. In order to have a marriage that honors God and our spouse, we must learn to have specific conversations with an open mind and a spirit of understanding. Add these specific conversations
Marriage isn’t easy, but it can be beautiful. Maybe you’re thinking, “What does that even mean?” If we can keep our priorities in order and continue to work for our spouse, we will have the type of foundation for our marriage that honors God and produces real joy. Sadly, approximately 50% of marriages end
When God changes our lives (transferring us from death to life), that’s a story worth sharing. Even when we don’t think our story matters, God uses it to impact people. Expect God to use you and your story to make a difference! The new year often brings new habits and new goals. While we
We care about abundant generosity… a lot! We are convinced that God uses the generosity of ordinary people to stir entire cities and communities. On top of that, God is the perfect example of abundant generosity – He gave us Jesus! The new year often brings new habits and new goals. While we agree
There are some words that we classify as “church” words. “Disciple” would probably fit that category. Let’s get really simple: disciple means follower. Being a disciple of Jesus means that we are following Him. The question then becomes, “What does that look like?” Let’s take a look at what it really means to be a
God exists in community, so why would we ever try to exist outside of it? So many times we try to face this life alone, and that’s not at all how we were created. While doing life with others can be messy, there is beauty and value in doing so. Adding this rhythm to your
Worship is a word used often but understood little. We hear the word but don’t always understand the meaning. Here at Impact, we define worship this way: “all that we are responding to all that He is.” Because of this, worship is a lifestyle, not just a moment in time. There are many different methods
When we study the life of Jesus, there is so much we can learn. One of the fascinating things is to see how He had certain rhythms just like everyone else. What set Him apart, besides being JESUS, is that His rhythms kept Him in step with the will of God. Jesus prayed often, he
There are times in life where we stand at a crossroads. We ultimately have to decide where we will go next. Unfortunately, so often we decide to camp out exactly where we are – in the land of comfort. God has promised us so much as His children, but we will never be all He
As we dig deep into what Christmas really means, we see that God had a great rescue plan for humanity. When we think of Jesus being born, we have to consider the reasons He actually came. When those reasons become a reality in our lives, it changes everything! Merry Christmas from Impact Church. As the
Everyone has a response to the birth of Jesus. When we look back at the first Christmas, we can even see it then. Herod responded with anger, the scribes responded with knowledge , and the wise men responded with worship. While these responses tell us a lot, the bigger question is, “How do you respond?”
While Mary gets a lot of attention during the Christmas season, this week we look at Joseph and all the things he had to say. Wait, Scripture records no words at all from Joseph! Even still, there is so much to learn from the way he responds to what had to be one of the
As a young teenage girl set to be married to the love of her life, Mary gets a visit from an Angel that would forever change her life. Her response to the news brought by Gabriel is so important. It shows us how we can choose to focus on the presence of God even in
The local church has been around for a long time. If you’ve ever attended one for a long time, you realize that there are usually certain traits that make it different than other churches. But if we go back to the earliest know church, we will see a model that should be duplicated! If the
While there are many attributes of God, let’s take a look at who God says He is. By doing this, all of His characteristics become that more powerful. If God is who He says He is, it has to change the way we do life. And that is something we can be thankful for. As
Most of us identify ourselves by what we do. The problem with that is we can never do enough. God says something different about those who belong to Him. And when God says it, it is truth! No matter what we’ve done, what we think, or what other people may say, we are valuable as
What does real faith look like? So many people claim to have faith, but does that show up in life’s most challenging situations? Having real faith means allowing Jesus to work in and through whatever circumstances we find ourselves in.
We all want rest, but things happen. If we are honest, sometimes it is just too hard… or so we think. How do we really run toward Jesus and get that rest for our souls when it seems almost impossible? Life is so full. Sometimes it is full of good things, while other times it
One of the main problems we face in our day is that of busyness. We are always on the go, and that oftentimes leads us to jacked up priorities. As we look at Scripture, it is easy to tell that keeping our priorities straight helps us fight a life filled with worry and anxiety that
When we think of Jesus, a lot of times we think of this amazing Warrior. We think of a Creator, an all-powerful, all-knowing, supernatural hero. And while Jesus definitely fits that description, Psalm 23 makes it more personal. We have a Savior who loves us intimately and who is the ultimate Shepherd. As His sheep,
When we are tired, burdened, and we just don’t know what to do, Jesus invites us to come to Him. As we look at what it means to be weary and burdened, we will learn some practical ways Jesus wants to help lighten our load. Life is so full. Sometimes it is full of good
Between fall sports, holidays, school breaks, and everything in between, life gets busy. Before we know it, we are caught in this trap, and it seems like there is no way out. As we look at a story from Luke 10, I believe we can identify those times in life that get too busy and
There is a big difference between a superficial relationship with Jesus and an intimate relationship with Him. We quickly realize where we stand when things don’t go OUR way. It’s time to take our next steps of faith and fully engage in the mission of God. The book of Jonah is about more than some
The best ability we can give God is our availability. Our “Yes” to Him doesn’t just impact us, it impacts others. Tune in to see how we can live a life of availability and truly make a difference in the world around us. The book of Jonah is about more than some man getting swallowed
Have you ever made a decision and immediately regretted it? While these regretful decisions are serious, the way we respond is as equally important. We can continue in regret and end up far away from God, or we can allow regret to draw us back to the heart of the Savior. As we look at
What did God ask Jonah to do and why didn’t Jonah want to do it? What does this have to do with us today? As we dive in, Jonah Chapter 1 reveals the heart of God vs. heart of man! The book of Jonah is about more than some man getting swallowed up by a
Things in happen in life that make us really question if God is still around. If we’re honest, we could probably all think of a situation we have faced like that. Todd faced that, and in the middle of one of his darkest moments, he realized God was still God and He was still doing
Sharing our story isn’t always easy, but it’s so important. This week, AJ shares how God has come through in his life even when he wasn’t sure he could keep moving forward. Because of God’s love, and through the power of community, we can reach up and be pulled from even the darkest moments. We
Accountability is something we don’t like to talk about, but it is something we need as Believers. The important thing is to know what accountability really is and how we can actually live it out in community. Join us as we hear from Pastor Brandon Henson from Anchor Church. We often shy away from building
Satan is deceiving. How can we fight against that? Fortunately for us, the Bible gives us the answer. It has everything to do with who God is and what He’s done – told by us, His children. We often shy away from building real relationships because we are afraid of what someone may think or
No one likes to go through trials. It’s our DNA to run away from what makes us feel uncomfortable or causes an emotion we don’t like. But is that right decision? Can trials serve a purpose? How can we live through trials and grow closer to Jesus at the same time? Have you ever
Contentment ends where comparison begins. The fastest way to kill something special is to compare it to something else. These aren’t just sayings, it is truth. When we compare ourselves or our situations to others, we quickly lose focus of who God has called us to be. Comparison weighs us down and keeps us from
Built up unforgiveness is sometimes known, and other times it settles in our hearts without us really knowing. The problem is, unforgiveness has dire consequences in our lives. Why don’t we forgive? Should we? What does forgiving someone look like? Have you ever packed way too much for vacation? Bag after bag after bag
God loves us no matter what. That’s right! He loves us no matter where we have been, no matter who we are, and no matter what we have done. His love is beyond any of that. His love knows no bounds. Are we chasing after Him or are we living for the short time we
Paul says to use your freedom for gentleness. Galatians is an important letter we find in the New Testament. Written to Christians who were struggling to live in the freedom of God’s grace, the elements of this letter can help us learn what it means to truly have freedom through Christ.
We are called to be free, but the way in which we use that freedom is very important. Paul digs deep in Chapter 5 to show us exactly what it looks like to live in freedom, allowing the Spirit to work in and through us. Galatians is an important letter we find in the New
Father’s Day never seems to garner the same attention as Mother’s Day. Most messages on Father’s Day are about what men should be doing and how men should be living. Let’s go a different route. Let’s talk about who we are in Jesus and what we are already doing!
If we aren’t justified by the Law, why does it even matter? Does it serve any purpose for us today? Did the Apostle Paul really want us to just forget about it completely? These are important questions to consider as we continue to unpack Galatians. Galatians is an important letter we find in the
Have you ever started something and been pretty successful, but somewhere along the way, you decided to do it differently and things kind of fell apart? Why is it that we don’t trust the very thing that helped us start well? That is foolishness. The good news is, we can be free of foolishness if
Because of Jesus, we have the freedom to live life differently than ever before. The problem is, we often elevate other attributes of our identity above our identity in Him. Once we become secure in who we are because of Who He is, everything changes. Galatians is an important letter we find in the
Some things are just worth fighting for. We could all probably list many things. Just like us, the Apostle Paul thought some things were worth fighting for. We see in Galatians 1, he was willing to fight for the Gospel. Not just any gospel – the ONLY true Gospel. Galatians is an important letter
Women played an important role in the early church, and they still do today. What kind of characteristics do we see in those women who walked with Jesus, stayed with Him at the cross, arrived first at the tomb, and ultimately declared the truth and power of His resurrection?
There is a moment in the life of every Jesus follower where they made the decision to begin a relationship with Him. Today, we get to hear a real story from a real person: Paul Schwanke.
Who is called out? What does that even mean? Does Jesus only call certain people? There are a ton of questions when it comes to following after Jesus, and in this series we will explore what it looks like, who it’s for and what it means for all of us.
Following Jesus can be challenging. There are usually moments where we have to choose if we really want to be fully devoted. We have to keep focus and remember it is all for the sake of the Gospel.
Who is called out? What does that even mean? Does Jesus only call certain people? There are a ton of questions when it comes to following after Jesus, and in this series we will explore what it looks like, who it’s for and what it means for all of us.
Jesus came to save sinners. Sounds pretty familiar, right? Seriously though, Jesus came to save YOU. What is your response to that? What is your response when Jesus actually says, “Follow me?”
Who is called out? What does that even mean? Does Jesus only call certain people? There are a ton of questions when it comes to following after Jesus, and in this series we will explore what it looks like, who it’s for and what it means for all of us.
Everything has a starting point. Every job, every journey, every living thing. Our faith has a starting point as well. If the resurrection is real, what are the implications for us? How can it really become the starting point of our faith?
A good rescue is always worth talking about. But a good rescue is only “good” if it’s necessary. In this series, we will see why humanity needed to be rescued and how Jesus accomplished that through death on the cross, being who He says He is and finally defeating death.
Everyone has times in life where their expectations aren’t met. Sometimes, those situations are so drastic that, if we are honest, we believe God has let us down. Where was He? Why didn’t He intervene? It’s in these moments where our response makes all the difference.
A good rescue is always worth talking about. But a good rescue is only “good” if it’s necessary. In this series, we will see why humanity needed to be rescued and how Jesus accomplished that through death on the cross, being who He says He is and finally defeating death.
What significance does the cross have on humanity’s rescue? Did we even need to be rescued? As we look the time Jesus hung on the cross we can find many truths about what He did and why it matters.
A good rescue is always worth talking about. But a good rescue is only “good” if it’s necessary. In this series, we will see why humanity needed to be rescued and how Jesus accomplished that through death on the cross, being who He says He is and finally defeating death.
Everyone has something to give to the Body of Christ. Even if we feel it isn’t important, every member has equal importance when it comes to the living out God’s purpose.
Is giving commanded? What should we give? How much? Why? All of these questions matter, and the answers may be surprising to many people. We will answer these questions and more as we really investigate the power of giving.
When we give to Jesus, He can do more than we could ever imagine. Our logic and limited understanding is simply no match for His multiplication.
Is giving commanded? What should we give? How much? Why? All of these questions matter, and the answers may be surprising to many people. We will answer these questions and more as we really investigate the power of giving.
When we talk about money at church, people can get a bit uncomfortable. But honestly, the way we handle our finances can tell us a lot about our priorities and what we really value.
Is giving commanded? What should we give? How much? Why? All of these questions matter, and the answers may be surprising to many people. We will answer these questions and more as we really investigate the power of giving.
When we think of the word “opportunity”, we don’t normally correlate that with giving. But what if we radically changed our view? What if we truly began to see giving as an opportunity to make a different in the Kingdom?
Is giving commanded? What should we give? How much? Why? All of these questions matter, and the answers may be surprising to many people. We will answer these questions and more as we really investigate the power of giving.
Valentine’s Day is one of those days love is celebrated. But is it real love? Let’s take a look at what the Bible says about love and measure our relationships with that.
“Love” is a word that is thrown around quite often in our culture. We love a certain food, a certain sports team, a certain song, etc. We love this person and that person. We love love love. But, do we really? Are we loving the way God has called us to love? In this series we will examine ways we can truly learn to love.
There are certain people in our lives we just don’t get along with. There are some people who don’t like us, some who want to see us fail, and some who are mean and ugly to us consistently. Does God say anything about how we should respond to these people? Those that seem to be our enemy, should we love them the same?
“Love” is a word that is thrown around quite often in our culture. We love a certain food, a certain sports team, a certain song, etc. We love this person and that person. We love love love. But, do we really? Are we loving the way God has called us to love? In this series we will examine ways we can truly learn to love.
As we look at the character and attributes of God, we see that He exists (and always has) in community. He created us in His image, to also live in community with others. How can we really do that? What does it look like? Is it worth it?
“Love” is a word that is thrown around quite often in our culture. We love a certain food, a certain sports team, a certain song, etc. We love this person and that person. We love love love. But, do we really? Are we loving the way God has called us to love? In this series we will examine ways we can truly learn to love.
We aren’t the Church without Jesus. In the journey of being on mission every day, let us remember to keep our focus on Jesus.
We are called to be the Church beyond the 52 – beyond the 52 Sundays every year. We are called to be the Church every single day. So often Christ-followers are good at “church” life, but we don’t truly live it out in everyday life. Through this series we will take a look at what it means to be on mission for Jesus every day.
Being a good neighbor takes more than knocking on someone’s door and giving them cookies. Being a good neighbor is actually about helping meet the needs of those we come in contact with. But how can we do that? What does it look like to love people the way God has called us to love?
We are called to be the Church beyond the 52 – beyond the 52 Sundays every year. We are called to be the Church every single day. So often Christ-followers are good at “church” life, but we don’t truly live it out in everyday life. Through this series we will take a look at what it means to be on mission for Jesus every day.