Sermons

A Worm Shaped Invitation to True Glory

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 14:45:24 GMT

Luke reminds believers that while they may be suffering under a cruel and unjust regime, ultimately they are citizens of heaven where King Jesus sits on the throne opposing the proud and giving grace to the humble. Acts 12:1-25

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Making of a Movement

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:45:00 GMT

How do we live out our faith and see the kingdom expand as it did at Antioch? Acts 11:19-30

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Making Haste Slowly

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:45:41 GMT

God is patient as the church struggles to grasp the comprehensive nature of His grace, while at the same time pushes the church to embrace uncomfortability. Acts 10:9–16, 28–29, 11:1–18

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A Gentile Pentecost

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:23:02 GMT

The church must expand it vision to enfold all those that God has chosen for salvation.
Acts 10:1-48

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The Gospel Reach is Big and Small

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:16:00 GMT

While the ministry of the Gospel grows in its reach, it remains intensely personal reflecting the ministry of Jesus. Acts 9:32-43

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Walking On

Sun, 31 May 2026 14:45:36 GMT

When men and women are taken hold of by Christ, their lives are upended in surprising ways. Acts 9:19b-31, 2 Corinthians 11:30-33 Galatians 1:15-24

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From Enemy to Friend, from Darkness to Light

Sun, 24 May 2026 15:45:17 GMT

True conversion is a gift of God’s grace that transforms the entire person to become a friend and servant of God. Acts 9:1–19a

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Cut Off No Longer

Sun, 17 May 2026 14:15:54 GMT

God meets those with deep existential hunger through the ministry of his word and his people, ultimately drawing them to Christ who satisfies. Acts 8:26-40

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Pay Attention!

Sun, 10 May 2026 14:15:06 GMT

As the gospel spreads from Jerusalem to Samaria, God’s kingdom expands in amazing ways, bringing great joy, unity, and a little messiness along with it. Acts 8:4-25

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When the Heavens Opened

Sun, 03 May 2026 14:30:32 GMT

As the heavens open the hearts of humanity are revealed. Acts 7:54-8:3

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God With Us

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:45:00 GMT

As Stephen displays the wisdom of the Holy Spirit, we are drawn to Immanuel, a God who is with us. Acts 7:1-53

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Face Like an Angel

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Those who are in Christ end up looking an awful lot like him in life and death. Acts 6:8-15, 7:51-60

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Growing Pains

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:52:00 GMT

When the early church continues to grow, its unity is threatened as a vulnerable population is overlooked. How does the gospel shape the structures and the substance of our service to one another in the name of Christ? Acts 6:1-7

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Babbling the Resurrection

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:45:00 GMT

The truth of the resurrection is the hinge of history and hope for those who would believe. Acts 17:16-34

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Welcoming the King

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 14:45:23 GMT

As we see the the Kingship of Jesus emerging through the ministry of the Apostles we recognize its impact for this world and the next. Acts 5:12-42

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Twisted

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 14:30:04 GMT

The early church not only faced persecution from without, but dealt with Satanic twisting of hearts from within, reminding them that the cross of Jesus remains their only hope. Acts (4:32-37) 5:1-11

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Praying with Boldness

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:30:48 GMT

The early church was so shaped by God’s character and Word that they prayed for boldness rather than safety in the face of trials. How can we pray like that today? Acts 4:23-31

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No Power Not to Speak

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:30:48 GMT

Those who have been with Jesus must speak of what we have seen and heard, proclaiming no other name despite inevitable risks. Acts 4:1-22

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And the Light Continues to Shine

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT

When the light of the gospel begins to shine from the midst of the post pentecost community amazing things begin to seen more clearly, even as the darkness seeks to snuff out the light. Acts 3:1-26

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When Awe Comes to Town

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:45:48 GMT

The community of those transformed by the finished work of Christ and the outpouring of the Spirit begins to take shape in head turning ways! Acts 2:42–47, 4:32–35

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Preaching to the Heart

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:45:32 GMT

The Apostle Peter’s Pentecost sermon put Jesus on full display before a captivated audience. How is that same Jesus inviting us to respond nearly 2000 years later? Acts 2:22-41

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Filled with the Holy Spirit

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 15:45:28 GMT

On Pentecost God fulfills his promises by sending the Spirit to fill the believers and manifest their union with Christ. This marks a continuation in the story of redemption and serves as the starting point for the Spirit filled life of the NT. Acts 2:1-21

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A Certain Future

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:45:28 GMT

While so many people are fearful of the future, Christians have one great certainty to look forward to with absolute confidence. Romans 8:9-25

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Navigating Life As a Community

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:49:41 GMT

All of Jesus’ disciples must learn to navigate the space between the ascension of Christ and his coming again. Acts 1:12-26

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Ascended!

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 15:45:26 GMT

The ascension of Jesus, which is the culmination of his earthly ministry and inauguration of his heavenly session, provides purpose and confidence for all those who would be his disciples. Acts 1:1-11

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A Continuing Story

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 15:45:47 GMT

Followers of Jesus, both in the first century and today, are wrapped up in the ongoing story of the spread of his Kingdom giving purpose to every facet of our lives. Acts 1:1-8

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The Things of God

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:40:05 GMT

Epiphany Sunday: Matthew 16:13-23

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King Incognito

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 15:45:50 GMT

The scriptures are alive igniting our hearts that we may see Jesus. Luke 24:13-49

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Josiah: A King for Renewal

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 15:45:27 GMT

As we await the coming of the King who will make all things new, we need a king who is humble before the Lord and fierce in the face of idolatry to lead the way toward renewal. 2 Kings 22:1 - 23:25

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A King Who Delivers

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 15:45:00 GMT

While not often thought of as a king, Moses stands as the covenant partner to YHWH to deliver Israel from oppression, pointing us to Jesus the ultimate King who defeats all his enemies. Exodus 13 - 14

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Abraham: The King of Promise

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 15:45:28 GMT

God promises to give Abraham land, loved ones, and a legacy. But when the gap between promise and fulfillment is met with a mix of faith and doubt, we get a glimpse of how God will provide through a future Promised King. Genesis 11:27-31, 12:1-3

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Adam: The Paradise King

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 15:45:07 GMT

In Adam we meet God's vision for a king and in Eden we see God's vision for kingdom, both of which are tragically plunged into darkness by the fall. It is only in Jesus, the true Paradise King, that we have hope again. Genesis 1:26–28

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Fellowship Enacted

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 15:20:12 GMT

The believers fellowship with God manifests in sacrificial care for those in need. I John 3:16-18

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The Family Traits

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 15:45:25 GMT

Being adopted into the family of God, provides the believer with internal integrity and enables them to pursue a life of determined holiness. 1 John 2:28–3:10

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The Grace of Confession

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 15:15:00 GMT

As Christians invited into a deep, life giving relationship with God, we must learn the life giving practice of confessing sin to experience that life to the full. I John 1:5-10

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The Darkness Without

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 15:15:00 GMT

Fellowship with God empowers us to discern the darkness around us and guard our own hearts from it as we reflect the light of Jesus to others. 1 John 2:15-17; 3:7-14; 5:3-5, 18-21

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The Darkness Within

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 14:30:34 GMT

Living in fellowship with God calls believers to understand and resist the darkness that clings so readily to our hearts. I John 1:5-10; 2:1-6

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Knowing that We Know

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 14:30:52 GMT

Experiencing fellowship with God is a reality that believers can be assured of even in the midst of a propensity for doubt. I John 2:3-6, 28-29; 3:19-24; 5:13

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Fellowship with One Another

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 13:57:30 GMT

A reality for believers is that fellowship with God results in fellowship with one another, a fellowship that believers are meant to nurture.
1 John 1:6–7, 2:7-11; 3:11-18; 4:7-12

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A Flaming Truth

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 13:30:22 GMT

Both the path to and enjoyment of fellowship with God are not shrouded in mystery, for God has given us his word as the means by which he reveals himself to believers. I John 1:1-5, 2:3-5a, 5:20-21

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Fellowship with God (by) the Holy Spirit

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 14:30:31 GMT

The Holy Spirit is often overlooked. But His role is critical in enabling believers to know God, assuring them of God’s love, and even Himself being God that we can know. 1 John 2:20, 26–27; 1 John 3:24; 4:1–6, 13; 5:6-8

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Fellowship through the Son

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 14:30:07 GMT

Fellowship with the God who is light is threatened by sin. But in Jesus, God has made a way for believers to be cleansed and know fellowship with the Father again. 1 John 1:5–10; 2:1-2; 4:9–10, 14, 15; 5:9–13

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Fellowship with God

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 14:30:44 GMT

Believers are invited into fellowship with the living God. But who is this God who invites us into fellowship? 1 John 1:1-7, 3:1-3, 4:7-12, 16

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A Fellowship of Love

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 14:30:00 GMT

Believers are invited to find themselves anchored in an overflowing fellowship of love with God. 1 John 1:1-4; 3:1-3

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Let us praise the Lord forevermore!

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 14:45:05 GMT

Psalm 150 is a fitting doxology to close the Psalter. Hear how this Psalm not merely prompts us towards worship but roots us in the hope of the Gospel.

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All Praise

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 14:45:42 GMT

God's people are called to praise the majesty of their personal God. Psalm 145

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Your Kingdom Come

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 14:45:57 GMT

Psalm 110, the most often quoted Psalm in the NT, invites God's people to embrace Jesus as a King-Priest like no other.

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Learning to Sing the New Song

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 14:45:17 GMT

God has prepared a great song of praise throughout eternity, the song of the Lamb. People everywhere and throughout time are invited to learn it lyrics, master its music, and sense its soul. Psalm 98

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The Beauty of an Old Hymn

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 14:45:26 GMT

As Israel descends the depths of realization regarding their sin that caused their captivity, they look back into their story and appreciate the beauty of YHWH afresh. Psalm 90

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Forever

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 14:38:15 GMT

How do we navigate the dissonance we sometimes experience between God’s covenant promises to his people and the feeling that he has forgotten us? And could that dissonance lead the church to sing of God’s faithful love in an even richer way? Psalm 89

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Faith in the Dark

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 14:30:00 GMT

Psalm 88 plunges us into one of the darkest chapters of Scripture, a lament without resolutions that ends in abandonment, isolation, and darkness. How do we keep coming to God in prayer when we’re experiencing this dark night of the soul?

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Solving the World's Problems

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 14:27:00 GMT

Everyone faces many problems in life. Troubles with relationships. Struggles at work. Insecurity with finances and and sadness within our families. In a fallen world, we are often wrestling with the sin that has been done to us. While these categories are important, and the Psalms gives us language for addressing the sin done to us, Psalm 130 points in a different direction and helps us face the sin that is done by us. The Psalmist addresses us in the depths of our own sin, but also points us to the heights of redemption that is promised to God's people. Psalm 130

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The Fool

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 14:45:40 GMT

Folly is bound up in our hearts. Only "the foolishness of God" can set us free. Psalm 53

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Soul Talk

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 14:45:33 GMT

Far from being evidence of our defection, the Psalms teach us that our emotions illuminate the path that leads to heart of our Savior. Psalm 42-43

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Precious Remedies for Difficult Times

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 14:45:10 GMT

God’s forgiving love and grace for us in Christ give us the true power we need to face and handle betrayal. Psalm 41

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How Long?

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 14:35:33 GMT

Psalms of Lament provide a window to the soul of God's people and a pathway to communion with our Suffering Savior. Psalm 13

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The Psalter's Double Doors

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 14:20:00 GMT

In Psalm 1 and 2, a people in exile is reminded of the terrible consequences of their fall from grace, while at the same time being beckoned to behold the way back to God opened by his anointed King who will usher in his Kingdom and bless all those who take refuge in Him.

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Encountering the Lord in His Literary Temple

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 14:30:00 GMT

The Psalms not only speak to us through each individual psalm, but collectively as a book tell us the story of the Lord's reign. Psalm 93

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Yet

Sun, 25 May 2025 14:32:00 GMT

Through the prophet Habakkuk, God's people learn both the path to obtaining God's peace and the promises that secure it, even in the midst of life's harshest circumstances. Habakkuk 3

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Wonder and Be Astounded (the View from the Watchtower)

Sun, 18 May 2025 14:00:00 GMT

This week we will join Habakkuk in his watchtower, to hear what he hears and see what he sees as he waits on the Lord in a land consumed in darkness near and far. And we will discover that that light shines brightest in the darkest darkness for all who have the eyes to see, the patience to wait, and faith to rest in the vision God gives Habakkuk. Let us see, wonder, and be astounded together.

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Restored for Love

Sun, 11 May 2025 14:30:43 GMT

Zephaniah closes his prophecy with incredible covenant promises made by an incredible covenant keeping God. Zephaniah 3:8-20

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The Road to Repentance

Sun, 04 May 2025 14:20:44 GMT

When faced with the reality of injustice all around us and the clawing sin within our own hearts, what hope do we have of being hidden from destruction? Zephaniah 2:1-3; 3:1-8

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Illusion Interrupted

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 14:30:35 GMT

God's people find themselves in desperate situations betrayed by their own wandering hearts. Only a God who is both just and merciful holds out hope. Zephaniah 1, 2:4-15

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Easter Fears Met with Grace

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 18:05:17 GMT

Mark's Gospel ends with the women fleeing the empty tomb, terrified. What might this ending say about the fears of Christians and God who meets them with his grace. Mark 16:1-8

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Meekness and Majesty

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 14:30:25 GMT

Jesus‘s entry into Jerusalem shows he is King of things, both large and small. Mark 11:1–11

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The Key to Greatness

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 14:30:00 GMT

As his disciples are clamoring to make a name for themselves, Jesus shows them that true greatness looks like spending your life in service of others. Mark 9:33-37; 10:13-16, 35-45

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RYR

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 14:30:19 GMT

In Jesus we meet the true Rich Young Ruler who sets us free to follow him. Mark 10:17-31

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Deliverance from Evil

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 14:30:27 GMT

As Jesus descends from the mount of transfiguration, he is met by the failures of his disciples to intervene against the forces of evil. As Jesus steps in, disciples from all ages realize more fully the path required to walk with him and the all sufficiency of who he is. Mark 9: 14-29

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On Account of Me

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 14:30:23 GMT

Jesus calls disciples everywhere to walk in step with him and find themselves in the process. Mark 8:27–9:1

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All the Way Down

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 14:30:47 GMT

As Jesus responds to the accusations of the Pharisees, he reveals that our spiritual condition is far beyond the quick fix of outward actions. What can clean our defiled hearts? Mark 7:1-23

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The Shepherd's Revolution

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 15:31:19 GMT

Jesus is a different kind of revolutionary who calls his people to a different kind of revolution. Mark 6:30-44

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Hard or Soft?

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:30:03 GMT

Not all reception of Jesus is positive, therefore we must depend on the persistent pursuit of Jesus toward petulant hearts. Mark 6:1-6

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Who Then is This?

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:30:06 GMT

When the storms of life come, Jesus can feel far off. Can we learn to listen for his voice that’s powerful enough to reorient all our fears? Mark 4:35-41

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Your Kingdom Come

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 15:58:28 GMT

The kingdom of God has come and is coming. It is a work that grows in secret and cannot be stopped. Will we have eyes to see and faith to join this movement of God? Mark 4:21-34

The Triad of Missional Teaching

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 22:04:53 GMT

Teaching is an essential part of the church's mission: "Go, make disciples, baptize them, teach them." But teaching to make disciples is much more than just passing on information. Missional teaching aims at forming the whole person... 2 Timothy 2:1-13

I Will Give You Rest

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 15:16:05 GMT

Jesus' commitment to the deep truths of Sabbath observance sets him apart from pretenders and reveals him as the true rest-giver. Mark 2:23-3:6

Crowded

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 21:59:40 GMT

The message and ministry of Jesus was magnetic is drawing a crowd and is still so today. Mark 1:32–39, 45; 3:7–12

Going Viral

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 21:46:25 GMT

As we observe the public ministry of Jesus begin, we are drawn to the power, authority and charisma of the Son of God. Mark 1:21–28

The Glory That Surpasses

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 21:44:21 GMT

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Curse Free Zone

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 21:17:54 GMT

Superimposed on the lives of believers is the reality of the coming kingdom whose glories are already, but not yet. Revelation 22:1-5

From Welcome to Wasteland

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 21:13:52 GMT

From his baptism Jesus is driven by the Spirit into the wilderness where he faces off with Satan, once again showing us the nature of his mission and a paradigm for our life. Mark 1:1-15

My Beloved

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 16:38:04 GMT

In the baptism of Jesus we see a picture of the whole gospel story as the heavens are torn open and a way is opened between God and humanity.

The Messenger and His Message

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 10:17:08 GMT

You have no more important need than to have a genuine encounter with the real Jesus. Mark 1:2-8

The Beginning of the Gospel

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 05:12:04 GMT

Advent begins as light floods the darkness. Good News for those with ears to hear! Mark 1:1

Caught Not Taught

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 15:11:13 GMT

As Paul closes his letter to Timothy we gain an insight into the secrets behind a life well for the glory of God. 2 Timothy 4:9-22

Now Departing

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 02:21:05 GMT

Death for the believer is not THE end, but rather an end as well as a new beginning. 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Full Bodied Exercise

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 15:30:22 GMT

Faithful preaching cuts through cultural chaos and redirects our gaze to the truth of our faithfully present God. Are we ready to listen?

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Breath of Heaven

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 15:30:26 GMT

It is through the inspired word of God that we withstand the ignorance of those allayed against us and experience the intimacy of the Savior. 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Total Eclipse of the Heart

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 03:14:04 GMT

The path away from the Gospel is both slippery and tragic. By observing those who have strayed, Christians can be warned from folly and welcomed to the path of grace. 2 Timothy 3:1-9

The Lord's Servant

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 14:08:05 GMT

The stakes are high as Christians engage the world around them. But God has not only set the pathway forward, he gives us the very mind of Christ to accomplish our calling. 2 Timothy 2:22–26

Run!

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 21:09:08 GMT

Maturity for the Christian is achieved in being mastered by the central tenets of the Gospel and demonstrated in allowing the Gospel's beauty to mark one's life. 2 Timothy 2:14-26

In Your Suffering, Remember...

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 14:10:09 GMT

In the midst of our suffering, we draw strength to endure from being united to our suffering yet risen Savior. 2 Timothy 2:8-13

Patterns and Provisions

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 14:07:05 GMT

While believers are called to pattern their lives to support the call of the Gospel, they are not left without the provisions they will need to endure. 2 Timothy 2:1-7

The Right Stuff

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 02:58:04 GMT

The believer is not only saved, but also equipped with all the resources necessary to live a life faithful and pleasing to their Lord. 2 Timothy 1:8-18

A Holy Calling

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 21:52:08 GMT

How do we hold fast to the holy calling of the gospel in the face of fear, shame, and suffering? 2 Timothy 1:3-11

Stand Firm Son

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 14:10:08 GMT

As we open 2nd Timothy we are invited into a passionate plea from an imprisoned and dying Paul to his spiritual son Timothy to remain rooted in the Gospel truths at all costs. 2 Timothy 1:1-2

Pride & Punishment

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:30:19 GMT

As 2 Samuel comes to a close our last look at David shows that pride goes before a fall, but that repentance and humility are the pathway to enjoying God's presence. 2 Samuel 24:1-25

Poured Out

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 14:10:08 GMT

Perhaps there are no greater tales of valor and loyalty than the accounts of David's mighty men. Yet even regaled by these exploits the heart is left longing for the true Warrior King who will lay down his life for his people. II Samuel...

The Sweet Psalmist's Swan Song

Sun, 18 Aug 2024 14:10:08 GMT

David's last words help us look back in gratitude on God's covenantal faithfulness and look forward in hope to an even greater coming King. 2 Samuel 23:1-7

A Sword and a Savior

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 14:10:05 GMT

Although David has returned to Jerusalem after Absalom's rebellion, he is still contending with the continuing consequences of his sin in the Bathsheba affair. 2 Samuel 20 shows us that the sword has not departed from his house as death continues...

My Boy Was Just Like Me

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 14:10:05 GMT

Healthy discipleship requires an awareness of the impact of our family on our journey, a fact that both David and Absalom don't seem to grapple with. As always, the Gospel story shows us a better way. 2 Samuel 13:37-18:33

Voice of the Desolate

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 14:10:08 GMT

As sin takes root in David's household we see both its heinousness and its effects on its victims. 2 Sam 13:1-22

A Severe Mercy

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 14:10:05 GMT

Though David is not thinking about God, God has not abandoned him and sets in motion the reparation of their relationship. 2 Samuel 12

Be Careful Little Eyes What You See

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 14:10:05 GMT

The story of David and Bathsheba is a scalpel in the hand of the Lord that exposes the treachery of human hearts. II Samuel 11

The King's Kindness

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 14:10:05 GMT

David displays the kindness of God as he invites a forgotten man with a disability to have a permanent place at the king’s table. II Samuel 9

Building a House

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 14:10:04 GMT

Despite our best efforts, the Gospel always has been and always will be about the overwhelming mercy of YHWH, a fact that David is reminded of again in 2 Sam 7. 2 Sam 7:1-29

How Low Will You Go

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 14:10:05 GMT

Properly responding to the presence of the Lord, releases God's servants to a dance of unmitigated joy. II Samuel 6

Reasons to Trust

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 14:11:04 GMT

God’s faithfulness demonstrated through time, in difficult circumstances and despite our sin, gives us reason to trust God with every part of our lives. II Samuel 5

The Story of Us

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 12:18:05 GMT

For those who have ears to hear, the stories of the Scripture tell us a lot about ourselves. As David's struggle for the kingship of Israel ensues we see both the stumbling blocks that will undo us and firm foundations to build on as we seek the...

Thread of Providence

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 14:11:04 GMT

As David is crowned in Hebron we discover with him, that we best grasp the thread of providence when we keep inquiring of the Lord and are not surprised by opposition. 2 Samuel 2

A Word Concerning Leaders

Sun, 26 May 2024 21:16:34 GMT

As Hebrews closes out the congregation is encouraged to remember and pray for those that God has given to them as leaders, equipped with the grace of our Great Leader. Hebrews 13:7-25

Outside the Camp

Sun, 19 May 2024 01:45:08 GMT

It is as we follow Jesus outside of the gate that we truly find life and experience the transforming power of the Gospel even in the midst of the challenges of this world. Hebrews 13:7-21

Unshakeable

Sun, 12 May 2024 18:22:05 GMT

Because of the finished work of Christ, believers, even in the midst of a chaotic world, have confidence to live lives that bear the fruit of the Gospel. Hebrews 12:25-13:6

Non-Virtual Reality

Sun, 05 May 2024 01:45:08 GMT

Given eyes to see, believers navigate the trials of this world through the strength obtained in the promises of the next. Hebrews 12:18-24

Strength for the Weak

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 21:31:09 GMT

God uses the gifts of community and continual grace to strengthen the weak and wounded for lives of lasting peace. Hebrews 12:12-17

Our Father's Heart

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 08:10:20 GMT

With Jesus as the founder and perfecter of our faith, Christians can have confidence that they are being formed by a loving Heavenly Father to run the race laid out for them. Hebrews 12:3-11

Fuel for the Race

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 20:10:08 GMT

The Christian's life is not easy, but the finished work of Christ is more than enough to fuel the weary runner. Hebrews 11:39-12:2

Faith Is

Sun, 07 Apr 2024 01:38:19 GMT

How do believers hold on during times of testing? Only by looking to the finished work of Christ by Faith. Hebrews 11:1-12:2

The Third Day

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 06:20:34 GMT

Jesus rose from the dead on the third day according to the Scriptures. This Easter we will explore the rich Scriptural association of the "third day" with it themes of abundant life with God. I Corinthians 15:1-8

Confidence to Enter in

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 04:01:05 GMT

Jesus enables us to enter in to the presence of God and the pain of suffering with joyful confidence. Hebrews 10:19-39

Willing

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 13:56:19 GMT

Jesus' willing sacrifice of himself as our Great High Priest delights the heart of God and perfects for all time those who believe. Hebrews 10:1-18

Once

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 14:52:08 GMT

To counteract the curse of death for all humanity, Jesus dies once in order to bring new life. Hebrews 9:23-28

The Coming of Good Things

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 12:32:24 GMT

The High Priestly work of Jesus not only delivers believers from their bloodguilt into newness of life, but renews and reunifies the cosmos and transforms believers to be priests to this renewed world. Hebrews 9:11-22

To Change the World

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 05:49:05 GMT

We all long for our broken world to be restored and made new. God promises to fulfill this hope through the proclamation of the gospel to the nations. Isaiah 2:1-5

Unstoppable: Speaking Boldly for the Lord

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 12:54:14 GMT

Paul and Barnabas speak boldly for the Lord and the gospel is brought to new cities, with many coming to faith, in the midst of much opposition. Acts 14:1-28

Communion with God

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 03:07:04 GMT

In the new covenant administration God's people enjoy amazing and overwhelming privileges. Hebrews 8:7-9:10

At Majesty's Right Hand

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:35:16 GMT

The revolutionary priesthood of Jesus opens the way to hope for believers.

Saved to the Uttermost

Sun, 28 Jan 2024 06:48:19 GMT

A mysterious Old Testament priest-king named Melchizedek holds the key to seeing Jesus as our perfect and permanent priest who draws us near to God. Hebrews 7:1-25

An Anchor for the Soul

Sun, 21 Jan 2024 22:29:08 GMT

Because God is a sure and steadfast anchor for the soul, we can cling to God’s promise and live in hope. Hebrews 6:13-20

No Reason to be Dull

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 10:39:20 GMT

God's people are reminded of the grim reality of life apart from Christ and are encouraged through faith and patience to hold fast the Gospel promises. Hebrews 5:11-6:12

The Throne of Grace

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 02:14:14 GMT

Because we have a high priest who is merciful and compassionate in his relationship with us, we can be bold in approaching the throne of grace. Hebrews 4:14-5:10

Our Heavenly Calling

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 21:55:04 GMT

Because Jesus is greater than Moses, believers must hold fast to Him as a community strengthened by the living word. Hebrews 3:1-19

The Rest of Christmas

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 03:42:04 GMT

Because Jesus has entered our world believers know true rest. Hebrews 4:1-13

Our Champion

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 13:48:18 GMT

Jesus is crowned as champion through his suffering and death securing our lives as his brothers and sisters for Glory! Hebrews 2:5-28

Radiance

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 03:45:07 GMT

Jesus is the Word that we so desperately long to hear in Advent. Hebrews 1:1-4

Charis and Shalom

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 15:16:08 GMT

The book of Ephesians closes with a call to prayer that keeps in mind the all consuming mission of the Gospel and the promise of the ongoing presence of God. Eph 6:18-24

Clothed in Christ

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 01:09:19 GMT

Because Christ conquered evil for us, God clothes us in his battle-worn armor. Ephesians 6:10-18

Working Revolution

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 03:52:04 GMT

As believers live out their Spirit-filled, submissive lives they find that both their attitudes and actions in the workplace are impacted.

As Beloved Children

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 08:53:24 GMT

As the Lord's own beloved children, believers are called to model God's family values in our own families before the eyes of a watching world. Ephesians 6:1-4

Love Story (The Savior's Version)

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 10:59:24 GMT

Christ's sacrificial love for the church is the lens through which we properly interpret and live out the relationship between husbands and wives. Ephesians 5:18-33

High Contrast Christianity

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 10:52:08 GMT

God fills us with his Spirit so we can reflect the light of Christ in the midst of darkness. Ephesians 5:7-21

The Fragrance of Love

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 07:45:13 GMT

The love with which Christ loves his bride shows the ugliness of impurity. Ephesians 5:1-6

A Whole Body Ethic for the Whole Body

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 01:32:05 GMT

As people who have been made new we are mandated to adopt a lifestyle that reflects Christ. Ephesians 4:25–5:2

A Delightful Deliverance

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 02:14:14 GMT

As Paul returns to the idea of Christians walking worthy of their calling, he contrasts the trapped and suffocating walk of the Gentiles to the walk of those in Christ who walk in true righteousness and peace. Ephesians 4:17-24

Marks of a Mature Church

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 21:31:09 GMT

Jesus provides both the goal and the fuel for a growing church. Ephesians 4:11-16

One for All. All for One.

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 08:48:24 GMT

The church is Christ's body with all the equipping that is needed to reflect his glory. Ephesians 4:1-16

Therefore

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 13:53:24 GMT

As we turn toward the application section of Ephesians, Paul seeks to ground his exhortations in the great truths he has been expounding. Ephesians 1-4:1

The King is Dead. Long Live the King!

Sun, 03 Sep 2023 01:25:06 GMT

As Saul's life comes tragically to a close we are given a chance to reflect on life, lament our losses and find solid ground for all of our hopes. I Samuel 31, II Samuel 1:17-27

The Ghost of Prophets Past

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 06:07:19 GMT

When we're faced with the deafening silence of God, it can drive us further into our rebellion or to our knees in repentance and reliance. 1 Samuel 28

Escaping to the Philistines

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 15:22:05 GMT

God's people often find themselves doubting God's plans and turning to their own devises, only to find out that God still pursues them and will strengthen their hearts. I Samuel 27-28:2, 29:1-30:6

Grace Meets Folly

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 14:53:14 GMT

Foolishness is bound up in the heart of men but is undone by the grace of the woman Abigail. 1 Samuel 25

Lessons from the Wilderness

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 01:33:30 GMT

In the midst of our wilderness wanderings God displays his character and invites his servants to learn to trust him. 1 Samuel 24

Into the Wilderness

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 14:14:19 GMT

God's people often find themselves in the wilderness of life, seemingly pursued by enemies and struggling to respond faithfully. But perhaps surprisingly they also find themselves delivered in various ways and able to praise in the midst of...

Covenant Friendship

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 06:11:23 GMT

Covenant Friendship is a bond of love, for the good of the other, at your own expense, because of Christ. 1 Samuel 20

Heaven's Champion

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 01:16:29 GMT

David engages Goliath with both motivation and enablement drawn from the heavenly plane as opposed to the earthly plane. In so doing he not only defeats the giant but he also points us to the Heavenly Champion. 1 Samuel 17

Taken

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 01:34:29 GMT

Amos, taken from following the flocks and sent to (and rejected by) Israel, shows us what is required of Christ’s ministers and the kind of gift God graciously gives us in those who preach his word to us. Amos 7:10-17

Anointed

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 03:41:08 GMT

The anointing of David, a man after God's own heart, foreshadows the anointing of Jesus, as well as our own anointing as disciples of our Lord. 1 Samuel 16

Are You Listening?

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 13:06:08 GMT

When confronted with all the ways we stop short of full heartfelt obedience, our hearts are drawn to hope in the King who always listened. 1 Samuel 15

Unexpected King, Unlikely Deliverance

Sun, 18 Jun 2023 19:44:05 GMT

Our ultimate hope rests in God’s unlikely deliverance through an unexpected King. 1 Samuel 14

Walking Together

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 03:06:23 GMT

In 1 Samuel 12 Samuel reflects on the characteristics of the the relationship between a people and their leadership as they walk together through life.

Chosen. Equipped. For What?

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 11:37:19 GMT

God's providence shapes the lives of his people, supplying their needs and inviting their faithful response. 1 Samuel 9-10

Rejecting God

Sun, 28 May 2023 18:54:08 GMT

This chapter helps us see how easy it can be in the midst of legitimate need to settle for God substitutes. I Samuel 8

From Ebenezer to Ebenezer

Sun, 21 May 2023 18:19:08 GMT

The Gospel is the good news of how God's people are met at the very point of their failures and experience the deepening presence of God. I Samuel 7

Arkeology

Sun, 14 May 2023 19:21:05 GMT

In I Sam 4-6 we learn to appreciate that we cannot put God in a box, but that ultimately we discover that He is the God we need.

The Silence is Broken

Sun, 07 May 2023 03:46:09 GMT

In the midst of a dark time for God’s people, God breaks the silence by establishing his word through the prophet Samuel. 1 Samuel 3:1-21

Out of Barrenness

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 03:42:03 GMT

In the midst of our barrenness we must learn to surrender to the Lord who is working, even if in the shadows. 1 Sam 1:1-20, 2:12-26

A King for Every Kingdom

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 21:32:08 GMT

The book of Samuel invites followers of Jesus to realize that he is the true King that every heart longs for and to swear fealty to him. 1 Samuel 2:1-10