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A deep study of one of the most known, but perhaps least understood, moments in the Bible: Moses’ conversation with God on Sinai. During this five-week series, we will explore the timeless excuses (the “Five But’s”) that he (and we) offers God and encounter God’s responses as He continues to call us to be his people and to do his work. “But Who Am I?” Based on the scripture from Exodus 3:1-12.
A deep study of one of the most known, but perhaps least understood, moments in the Bible: Moses’ conversation with God on Sinai. During this five-week series, we will explore the timeless excuses (the “Five But’s”) that he (and we) offers God and encounter God’s responses as He continues to call us to be his people and to do his work. “But Who Am I?” Based on the scripture from Exodus 3:1-12.
They say that it’s the force that turns coal into diamonds… but it also turns diamonds into dust: pressure. We live in a world surrounded by stresses, expectations and forces. Voices within us and around us, that tempt us to conform. Throughout these weeks, we will look at several of the most common “pressure points” Christians face and explore the Bible’s practical, life-changing, life-giving wisdom about thriving in the midst of external and internal pressure. “Battlefield of the Mind” - This sermon is based on the scripture from 2 Corinthians 1:3-4.
They say that it’s the force that turns coal into diamonds… but it also turns diamonds into dust: pressure. We live in a world surrounded by stresses, expectations and forces. Voices within us and around us, that tempt us to conform. Throughout these weeks, we will look at several of the most common “pressure points” Christians face and explore the Bible’s practical, life-changing, life-giving wisdom about thriving in the midst of external and internal pressure. “Battlefield of the Mind” - This sermon is based on the scripture from 2 Corinthians 1:3-4.
They say that it’s the force that turns coal into diamonds… but it also turns diamonds into dust: pressure. We live in a world surrounded by stresses, expectations and forces. Voices within us and around us, that tempt us to conform. Throughout these weeks, we will look at several of the most common “pressure points” Christians face and explore the Bible’s practical, life-changing, life-giving wisdom about thriving in the midst of external and internal pressure. “The Time Crunch” - This sermon is based on the scripture from James 4:13-17.
They say that it’s the force that turns coal into diamonds… but it also turns diamonds into dust: pressure. We live in a world surrounded by stresses, expectations and forces. Voices within us and around us, that tempt us to conform. Throughout these weeks, we will look at several of the most common “pressure points” Christians face and explore the Bible’s practical, life-changing, life-giving wisdom about thriving in the midst of external and internal pressure. “The Time Crunch” - This sermon is based on the scripture from James 4:13-17.
They say that it’s the force that turns coal into diamonds… but it also turns diamonds into dust: pressure. We live in a world surrounded by stresses, expectations and forces. Voices within us and around us, that tempt us to conform. Throughout these weeks, we will look at several of the most common “pressure points” Christians face and explore the Bible’s practical, life-changing, life-giving wisdom about thriving in the midst of external and internal pressure. “Peer Pressure” - This sermon is based on the scripture from John 12:42-43.
They say that it’s the force that turns coal into diamonds… but it also turns diamonds into dust: pressure. We live in a world surrounded by stresses, expectations and forces. Voices within us and around us, that tempt us to conform. Throughout these weeks, we will look at several of the most common “pressure points” Christians face and explore the Bible’s practical, life-changing, life-giving wisdom about thriving in the midst of external and internal pressure. “Peer Pressure” - This sermon is based on the scripture from John 12:42-43.
They say that it’s the force that turns coal into diamonds… but it also turns diamonds into dust: pressure. We live in a world surrounded by stresses, expectations and forces. Voices within us and around us, that tempt us to conform. Throughout these weeks, we will look at several of the most common “pressure points” Christians face and explore the Bible’s practical, life-changing, life-giving wisdom about thriving in the midst of external and internal pressure. “The Pressure to Achieve” - This sermon is based on the scripture from Luke 12:16-21.
They say that it’s the force that turns coal into diamonds… but it also turns diamonds into dust: pressure. We live in a world surrounded by stresses, expectations and forces. Voices within us and around us, that tempt us to conform. Throughout these weeks, we will look at several of the most common “pressure points” Christians face and explore the Bible’s practical, life-changing, life-giving wisdom about thriving in the midst of external and internal pressure. “The Pressure to Achieve” - This sermon is based on the scripture from Luke 12:16-21.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us. After asking our congregation to vote for their favorite songs by genre, we will spend the month of July examining the top crowdsourced selections through which our community senses the Almighty. “Stronger” - This sermon is based on the scripture from Joshua 1:7-9.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us. After asking our congregation to vote for their favorite songs by genre, we will spend the month of July examining the top crowdsourced selections through which our community senses the Almighty. “Stronger” - This sermon is based on the scripture from Joshua 1:7-9.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us. After asking our congregation to vote for their favorite songs by genre, we will spend the month of July examining the top crowdsourced selections through which our community senses the Almighty. “Faithfully” - This sermon is based on the scripture from Daniel 3:16-18.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us. After asking our congregation to vote for their favorite songs by genre, we will spend the month of July examining the top crowdsourced selections through which our community senses the Almighty. “Faithfully” - This sermon is based on the scripture from Daniel 3:16-18.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us. After asking our congregation to vote for their favorite songs by genre, we will spend the month of July examining the top crowdsourced selections through which our community senses the Almighty.
This sermon is based on the scripture from Romans 8:37-39.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us. After asking our congregation to vote for their favorite songs by genre, we will spend the month of July examining the top crowdsourced selections through which our community senses the Almighty.
This sermon is based on the scripture from Romans 8:37-39.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us. After asking our congregation to vote for their favorite songs by genre, we will spend the month of July examining the top crowdsourced selections through which our community senses the Almighty.
This sermon is based on the scripture from Psalms 1:1-6.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us. After asking our congregation to vote for their favorite songs by genre, we will spend the month of July examining the top crowdsourced selections through which our community senses the Almighty.
This sermon is based on the scripture from Psalms 1:1-6.
A wonderful metaphor for life and for the life-of-faith, our Road Trips series has become a church favorite…and, this year our series will take us to Nameless, Texas. Fittingly, during these weeks, we will dive deep into the stories of several of the Bible’s most notable nameless characters – individuals who, even without being identified, left powerful and rich examples of faith and legacies of truth. During these weeks, we will also call to mind all those individuals in our own stories who’ve led, fed, and nurtured us from the shadows.
This sermon is based on the scripture from Genesis 19:23-26.
A wonderful metaphor for life and for the life-of-faith, our Road Trips series has become a church favorite…and, this year our series will take us to Nameless, Texas. Fittingly, during these weeks, we will dive deep into the stories of several of the Bible’s most notable nameless characters – individuals who, even without being identified, left powerful and rich examples of faith and legacies of truth. During these weeks, we will also call to mind all those individuals in our own stories who’ve led, fed, and nurtured us from the shadows.
This sermon is based on the scripture from Genesis 19:23-26.
A wonderful metaphor for life and for the life-of-faith, our Road Trips series has become a church favorite…and, this year our series will take us to Nameless, Texas. Fittingly, during these weeks, we will dive deep into the stories of several of the Bible’s most notable nameless characters – individuals who, even without being identified, left powerful and rich examples of faith and legacies of truth. During these weeks, we will also call to mind all those individuals in our own stories who’ve led, fed, and nurtured us from the shadows.
This sermon is based on the scripture from Genesis 40:1-14.
A wonderful metaphor for life and for the life-of-faith, our Road Trips series has become a church favorite…and, this year our series will take us to Nameless, Texas. Fittingly, during these weeks, we will dive deep into the stories of several of the Bible’s most notable nameless characters – individuals who, even without being identified, left powerful and rich examples of faith and legacies of truth. During these weeks, we will also call to mind all those individuals in our own stories who’ve led, fed, and nurtured us from the shadows.
This sermon is based on the scripture from Genesis 40:1-14.
A wonderful metaphor for life and for the life-of-faith, our Road Trips series has become a church favorite…and, this year our series will take us to Nameless, Texas. Fittingly, during these weeks, we will dive deep into the stories of several of the Bible’s most notable nameless characters – individuals who, even without being identified, left powerful and rich examples of faith and legacies of truth. During these weeks, we will also call to mind all those individuals in our own stories who’ve led, fed, and nurtured us from the shadows.
This sermon is based on the scripture from Luke 21:1-4.
A wonderful metaphor for life and for the life-of-faith, our Road Trips series has become a church favorite…and, this year our series will take us to Nameless, Texas. Fittingly, during these weeks, we will dive deep into the stories of several of the Bible’s most notable nameless characters – individuals who, even without being identified, left powerful and rich examples of faith and legacies of truth. During these weeks, we will also call to mind all those individuals in our own stories who’ve led, fed, and nurtured us from the shadows.
This sermon is based on the scripture from Luke 21:1-4.
It’s our most limited commodity: time. We waste it. We bide it. We spend it every day…and just like real-life currency, how we spend our time is an incredible (and telling) lens through which we can assess our values. Based on the book by the same title, during this four-week series, we will explore one of the most common struggles that afflicts all people (and especially those seeking to be faithful in all things): how to use the time that God has given us in the most productive, effective, and fruitful way.
Week 4 is based on the scripture from James 5:7-8.
It’s our most limited commodity: time. We waste it. We bide it. We spend it every day…and just like real-life currency, how we spend our time is an incredible (and telling) lens through which we can assess our values. Based on the book by the same title, during this four-week series, we will explore one of the most common struggles that afflicts all people (and especially those seeking to be faithful in all things): how to use the time that God has given us in the most productive, effective, and fruitful way.
Week 3 is based on the scripture from Philippians 4:10-13.
It’s our most limited commodity: time. We waste it. We bide it. We spend it every day…and just like real-life currency, how we spend our time is an incredible (and telling) lens through which we can assess our values. Based on the book by the same title, during this four-week series, we will explore one of the most common struggles that afflicts all people (and especially those seeking to be faithful in all things): how to use the time that God has given us in the most productive, effective, and fruitful way.
Week 3 is based on the scripture from Philippians 4:10-13.
The first sermon in the Advent series, "A Weary World Rejoices" based on the scripture from Luke 1:5-18.
As the world continues to emerge from the strangeness of the past few years, we’re awakening to a new reality: a pervasive weariness that has taken root. With cynicism and negativity running amok, we will use these weeks of Advent to refocus on the fact that Hope has a name: Jesus Christ.
The first sermon in the Advent series, "A Weary World Rejoices" based on the scripture from Luke 1:5-18.
As the world continues to emerge from the strangeness of the past few years, we’re awakening to a new reality: a pervasive weariness that has taken root. With cynicism and negativity running amok, we will use these weeks of Advent to refocus on the fact that Hope has a name: Jesus Christ.
The final sermon from "Lessons From The Kids' Table" series based off the scripture from Psalm 118:19-24.
Throughout this series, we will explore several of the most important of these ”lessons” (the lessons we learned at the “kids’ table”) to arrive at what the Bible commends as the beautiful, contented, gratitude-filled life of faith: that life that reflects Jesus, that life that is truly life.
The final sermon from "Lessons From The Kids' Table" series based off the scripture from Psalm 118:19-24.
Throughout this series, we will explore several of the most important of these ”lessons” (the lessons we learned at the “kids’ table”) to arrive at what the Bible commends as the beautiful, contented, gratitude-filled life of faith: that life that reflects Jesus, that life that is truly life.
The second sermon from "Lessons From The Kids' Table" series based off the scripture from Hebrews 13:15-16.
Throughout this series, we will explore several of the most important of these ”lessons” (the lessons we learned at the “kids’ table”) to arrive at what the Bible commends as the beautiful, contented, gratitude-filled life of faith: that life that reflects Jesus, that life that is truly life.
The second sermon from "Lessons From The Kids' Table" series based off the scripture from Hebrews 13:15-16.
Throughout this series, we will explore several of the most important of these ”lessons” (the lessons we learned at the “kids’ table”) to arrive at what the Bible commends as the beautiful, contented, gratitude-filled life of faith: that life that reflects Jesus, that life that is truly life.
The first sermon from "Lessons From The Kids' Table" series based off the scripture from Romans 12:9-18.
Throughout this series, we will explore several of the most important of these ”lessons” (the lessons we learned at the “kids’ table”) to arrive at what the Bible commends as the beautiful, contented, gratitude-filled life of faith: that life that reflects Jesus, that life that is truly life.
The first sermon from "Lessons From The Kids' Table" series based off the scripture from Romans 12:9-18.
Throughout this series, we will explore several of the most important of these ”lessons” (the lessons we learned at the “kids’ table”) to arrive at what the Bible commends as the beautiful, contented, gratitude-filled life of faith: that life that reflects Jesus, that life that is truly life.
This final message in the "Blueprints" series is based off the scripture from Luke 7:36-47.
In this transitional time in the life and history of the church, we are taking five weeks to talk about who we are, why exist, and where we’re being called to go. Drawing from our church’s motto, mission statement, and vision statement, we will turn our eyes from the confusion and uncertainty of “right now” to the excitement and possibility of “what’s to come.”
This final message in the "Blueprints" series is based off the scripture from Luke 7:36-47.
In this transitional time in the life and history of the church, we are taking five weeks to talk about who we are, why exist, and where we’re being called to go. Drawing from our church’s motto, mission statement, and vision statement, we will turn our eyes from the confusion and uncertainty of “right now” to the excitement and possibility of “what’s to come.”
This fourth message in the "Blueprints" series is based off the scripture from 2 Timothy 4:1-5.
In this transitional time in the life and history of the church, we are taking five weeks to talk about who we are, why exist, and where we’re being called to go. Drawing from our church’s motto, mission statement, and vision statement, we will turn our eyes from the confusion and uncertainty of “right now” to the excitement and possibility of “what’s to come.”
This fourth message in the "Blueprints" series is based off the scripture from 2 Timothy 4:1-5.
In this transitional time in the life and history of the church, we are taking five weeks to talk about who we are, why exist, and where we’re being called to go. Drawing from our church’s motto, mission statement, and vision statement, we will turn our eyes from the confusion and uncertainty of “right now” to the excitement and possibility of “what’s to come.”
This third message in the "Blueprints" series is based off the scripture from Habakkuk 3:17-18.
In this transitional time in the life and history of the church, we are taking five weeks to talk about who we are, why exist, and where we’re being called to go. Drawing from our church’s motto, mission statement, and vision statement, we will turn our eyes from the confusion and uncertainty of “right now” to the excitement and possibility of “what’s to come.”
This third message in the "Blueprints" series is based off the scripture from Habakkuk 3:17-18.
In this transitional time in the life and history of the church, we are taking five weeks to talk about who we are, why exist, and where we’re being called to go. Drawing from our church’s motto, mission statement, and vision statement, we will turn our eyes from the confusion and uncertainty of “right now” to the excitement and possibility of “what’s to come.”
This second message in the "Blueprints" series is based off the scripture from Luke 4:16-21.
In this transitional time in the life and history of the church, we are taking five weeks to talk about who we are, why exist, and where we’re being called to go. Drawing from our church’s motto, mission statement, and vision statement, we will turn our eyes from the confusion and uncertainty of “right now” to the excitement and possibility of “what’s to come.”
This second message in the "Blueprints" series is based off the scripture from Luke 4:16-21.
In this transitional time in the life and history of the church, we are taking five weeks to talk about who we are, why exist, and where we’re being called to go. Drawing from our church’s motto, mission statement, and vision statement, we will turn our eyes from the confusion and uncertainty of “right now” to the excitement and possibility of “what’s to come.”
This first message in the "Blueprints" series is based off the scripture from 2 Kings 2:9-14.
In this transitional time in the life and history of the church, we are taking five weeks to talk about who we are, why exist, and where we’re being called to go. Drawing from our church’s motto, mission statement, and vision statement, we will turn our eyes from the confusion and uncertainty of “right now” to the excitement and possibility of “what’s to come.”
This first message in the "Blueprints" series is based off the scripture from 2 Kings 2:9-14.
In this transitional time in the life and history of the church, we are taking five weeks to talk about who we are, why exist, and where we’re being called to go. Drawing from our church’s motto, mission statement, and vision statement, we will turn our eyes from the confusion and uncertainty of “right now” to the excitement and possibility of “what’s to come.”
The third and final of a three-week "Prodigal" series - this message is based on the scripture from Luke 15:20-24.
During this three-week series, we will explore the historical and contemporary settings and applications of this incredible passage – unpacking its wisdom and applying its truth.
The third and final of a three-week "Prodigal" series - this message is based on the scripture from Luke 15:20-24.
During this three-week series, we will explore the historical and contemporary settings and applications of this incredible passage – unpacking its wisdom and applying its truth.
The second of a three-week "Prodigal" series - this message is based on the scripture from Luke 15:25-32.
During this three-week series, we will explore the historical and contemporary settings and applications of this incredible passage – unpacking its wisdom and applying its truth.
The second of a three-week "Prodigal" series - this message is based on the scripture from Luke 15:25-32.
During this three-week series, we will explore the historical and contemporary settings and applications of this incredible passage – unpacking its wisdom and applying its truth.
The beginning of a three-week "Prodigal" series - this message is based on the scripture from Luke 15:11-19.
During this three-week series, we will explore the historical and contemporary settings and applications of this incredible passage – unpacking its wisdom and applying its truth.
The beginning of a three-week "Prodigal" series - this message is based on the scripture from Luke 15:11-19.
During this three-week series, we will explore the historical and contemporary settings and applications of this incredible passage – unpacking its wisdom and applying its truth.
To celebrate Labor Day weekend, we'll be discussing the power of words. This sermon is based off the scripture from Luke 6:43-45.
“No good tree bears bad fruit, nor again does a bad tree bear good fruit; for each tree is known by its own fruit. For people do not gather figs from thorns, nor do they pick grapes from a bramble bush. The good person out of the good treasure of the heart produces good, and the evil person out of evil treasure produces evil, for it is out of the abundance of the heart that the mouth speaks.”
To celebrate Labor Day weekend, we'll be discussing the power of words. This sermon is based off the scripture from Luke 6:43-45.
“No good tree bears bad fruit, nor again does a bad tree bear good fruit; for each tree is known by its own fruit. For people do not gather figs from thorns, nor do they pick grapes from a bramble bush. The good person out of the good treasure of the heart produces good, and the evil person out of evil treasure produces evil, for it is out of the abundance of the heart that the mouth speaks.”
The final sermon in the "Panic Attacks!" series. This sermon is based off the scripture from Luke 9:57-62.
Throughout these weeks, we will examine four of the most common root causes of fear/worry/panic and explore healthy, life-giving, Christ-centered ways of overcoming and, in fact, redeeming the fear that exists all around us and within us – setting us free to trust and thrive.
The final sermon in the "Panic Attacks!" series. This sermon is based off the scripture from Luke 9:57-62.
Throughout these weeks, we will examine four of the most common root causes of fear/worry/panic and explore healthy, life-giving, Christ-centered ways of overcoming and, in fact, redeeming the fear that exists all around us and within us – setting us free to trust and thrive.
The third of four sermons in the "Panic Attacks!" series. This sermon is based off the scripture from Matthew 8:1-4.
Throughout these weeks, we will examine four of the most common root causes of fear/worry/panic and explore healthy, life-giving, Christ-centered ways of overcoming and, in fact, redeeming the fear that exists all around us and within us – setting us free to trust and thrive.
The third of four sermons in the "Panic Attacks!" series. This sermon is based off the scripture from Matthew 8:1-4.
Throughout these weeks, we will examine four of the most common root causes of fear/worry/panic and explore healthy, life-giving, Christ-centered ways of overcoming and, in fact, redeeming the fear that exists all around us and within us – setting us free to trust and thrive.
The second of four sermons in the "Panic Attacks!" series. This sermon is based off the scripture from Ecclesiastes 1:1-11.
Throughout these weeks, we will examine four of the most common root causes of fear/worry/panic and explore healthy, life-giving, Christ-centered ways of overcoming and, in fact, redeeming the fear that exists all around us and within us – setting us free to trust and thrive.
The second of four sermons in the "Panic Attacks!" series. This sermon is based off the scripture from Ecclesiastes 1:1-11.
Throughout these weeks, we will examine four of the most common root causes of fear/worry/panic and explore healthy, life-giving, Christ-centered ways of overcoming and, in fact, redeeming the fear that exists all around us and within us – setting us free to trust and thrive.
The first of four sermons in the new "Panic Attacks!" series. This sermon is based off the scripture from Matthew 25:1-13.
Throughout these weeks, we will examine four of the most common root causes of fear/worry/panic and explore healthy, life-giving, Christ-centered ways of overcoming and, in fact, redeeming the fear that exists all around us and within us – setting us free to trust and thrive.
The first of four sermons in the new "Panic Attacks!" series. This sermon is based off the scripture from Matthew 25:1-13.
Throughout these weeks, we will examine four of the most common root causes of fear/worry/panic and explore healthy, life-giving, Christ-centered ways of overcoming and, in fact, redeeming the fear that exists all around us and within us – setting us free to trust and thrive.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us.
Inspiration comes in many forms and through many conduits – but it all points us to one Savior…if we’re mindful enough to let it. Every moment can be a holy moment, and all ground is holy ground as we become more and more aware of God’s presence with us.