Fellowship Bible Church of Pearland https://www.fellowshipbible.org/ Fellowship Bible Church media.team@fellowshipbible.org Fellowship Bible Church Sermons from Fellowship Bible Church For more information visit https://www.fellowshipbible.org/ Sermons from Fellowship Bible Church For more information visit https://www.fellowshipbible.org/ en © 2026 Fellowship Bible Church of Pearland - TX no The Good of the City Mike Waldrop <p> Are you as tired of political ads as I am? Are you pretty fed up with hearing ads that repeatedly hammer one candidate or one issue or another and don’t really provide answers or solutions? You are invited to join us this Sunday as we consider our Identity in Christ and the influence and direction that has for us when it comes to politics, and the good of our society.</p> <p> Are you as tired of political ads as I am? Are you pretty fed up with hearing ads that repeatedly hammer one candidate or one issue or another and don’t really provide answers or solutions? You are invited to join us this Sunday as we consider our Identity in Christ and the influence and direction that has for us when it comes to politics, and the good of our society.</p>  Are you as tired of political ads as I am? Are you pretty fed up with hearing ads that repeatedly hammer one candidate or one issue or another and don’t really provide answers or solutions? You are invited to join us this Sunday as we consider our Identity in Christ and the influence and direction that has for us when it comes to politics, and the good of our society.

]]> Sun, 27 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1953 1 58fa83b946fd32bb93134b07ecfc9dd4 no Our Group Identity Mike Waldrop <p> Why church? As we consider our identity in Christ we have to wonder what church has to do with it? What if I told you that being part of the body of Christ was inseparable from being God’s possession and God’s child? Join us Sunday as we consider the peace God gives us in unity with each other as we explore our identity in Christ and His church.</p> <p> Why church? As we consider our identity in Christ we have to wonder what church has to do with it? What if I told you that being part of the body of Christ was inseparable from being God’s possession and God’s child? Join us Sunday as we consider the peace God gives us in unity with each other as we explore our identity in Christ and His church.</p>  Why church? As we consider our identity in Christ we have to wonder what church has to do with it? What if I told you that being part of the body of Christ was inseparable from being God’s possession and God’s child? Join us Sunday as we consider the peace God gives us in unity with each other as we explore our identity in Christ and His church.

]]> Sun, 20 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2632 2 7a5e1c5aa6f7c630011bbc26206a3e3b no A Gift to My Neighbor Mike Waldrop <p>Consider with us this morning the command to "Love your neighbor". Do you know my neighbors? If you did you might give me a pass on this one! But in considering our identity in Christ, that we are not our own and children of a loving Father, have you thought that you are God's gift to your neighbor? Join us as we think about why and how we might show God's compassion to those around us. </p> <p>Consider with us this morning the command to "Love your neighbor". Do you know my neighbors? If you did you might give me a pass on this one! But in considering our identity in Christ, that we are not our own and children of a loving Father, have you thought that you are God's gift to your neighbor? Join us as we think about why and how we might show God's compassion to those around us. </p> Consider with us this morning the command to "Love your neighbor". Do you know my neighbors? If you did you might give me a pass on this one! But in considering our identity in Christ, that we are not our own and children of a loving Father, have you thought that you are God's gift to your neighbor? Join us as we think about why and how we might show God's compassion to those around us. 

]]> Sun, 13 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2046 3 7d6bdafdace9701508fc222f0ea5afb7 no Our Forgotten Identity Mike Waldrop <p>The apostle Paul wrote “you are not your own. You were purchased at a price.” He wrote this to a church in which people were struggling to find purpose, meaning and identity. But what does “you are not your own” mean in today’s culture and how do God’s people live that out? Join us as we continue to consider our Identity in Christ; who am I and why do I exist?</p> <p>The apostle Paul wrote “you are not your own. You were purchased at a price.” He wrote this to a church in which people were struggling to find purpose, meaning and identity. But what does “you are not your own” mean in today’s culture and how do God’s people live that out? Join us as we continue to consider our Identity in Christ; who am I and why do I exist?</p> The apostle Paul wrote “you are not your own. You were purchased at a price.” He wrote this to a church in which people were struggling to find purpose, meaning and identity. But what does “you are not your own” mean in today’s culture and how do God’s people live that out? Join us as we continue to consider our Identity in Christ; who am I and why do I exist?

]]> Sun, 06 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2786 4 c086c2f2adc2d0b4fe5b4c6c35e58d90 no The Family I'm Given Mike Waldrop <p>When God created us He made us for relationships. When sin entered the world our ability to engage in relationships was damaged and disrupted. But our hearts continue to cry out to be loved and to know and be known. Too often we try to fill that need on our own. Join us as we consider how we, as God’s own, are placed in families and relationships that give us opportunity to experience the fulfilment we are created to have.</p> <p>When God created us He made us for relationships. When sin entered the world our ability to engage in relationships was damaged and disrupted. But our hearts continue to cry out to be loved and to know and be known. Too often we try to fill that need on our own. Join us as we consider how we, as God’s own, are placed in families and relationships that give us opportunity to experience the fulfilment we are created to have.</p> When God created us He made us for relationships. When sin entered the world our ability to engage in relationships was damaged and disrupted. But our hearts continue to cry out to be loved and to know and be known. Too often we try to fill that need on our own. Join us as we consider how we, as God’s own, are placed in families and relationships that give us opportunity to experience the fulfilment we are created to have.

]]> Sun, 29 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2538 5 90f81d0d357e2177dd3b85d5aea92660 no Identity - Disciples Brandon Wolters <p>“Come, follow me…” These are three simple words, yet they are packed with such a deep and richer meaning. Many voices in our cultural moment are vying for our affection, love, hopes, and followership. Each voice wishes to shape us, form us, and define us. But who are we becoming in this process? We invite you to join us this Sunday as we wrestle with what it means for us to have our identity formed by discipleship under Jesus.</p><p>9/22/24</p> <p>“Come, follow me…” These are three simple words, yet they are packed with such a deep and richer meaning. Many voices in our cultural moment are vying for our affection, love, hopes, and followership. Each voice wishes to shape us, form us, and define us. But who are we becoming in this process? We invite you to join us this Sunday as we wrestle with what it means for us to have our identity formed by discipleship under Jesus.</p><p>9/22/24</p> “Come, follow me…” These are three simple words, yet they are packed with such a deep and richer meaning. Many voices in our cultural moment are vying for our affection, love, hopes, and followership. Each voice wishes to shape us, form us, and define us. But who are we becoming in this process? We invite you to join us this Sunday as we wrestle with what it means for us to have our identity formed by discipleship under Jesus.

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]]> Sun, 22 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2364 6 067d294b73e26f8b3ba9fc283ea93920 no Who am I? Mike Waldrop <p>One of the hot button topics of our culture right now is the question of identity. When we consider that question there are two distinct schools of thought. In one we are told we are autonomous beings who can "find themselves" and determine their own identities and life purpose. In the other we are told we are given life, identity and purpose and are free to fully explore and develop within those gifts. Join us as we explore our identity as followers of Jesus, and all that means for life. </p> <p>One of the hot button topics of our culture right now is the question of identity. When we consider that question there are two distinct schools of thought. In one we are told we are autonomous beings who can "find themselves" and determine their own identities and life purpose. In the other we are told we are given life, identity and purpose and are free to fully explore and develop within those gifts. Join us as we explore our identity as followers of Jesus, and all that means for life. </p> One of the hot button topics of our culture right now is the question of identity. When we consider that question there are two distinct schools of thought. In one we are told we are autonomous beings who can "find themselves" and determine their own identities and life purpose. In the other we are told we are given life, identity and purpose and are free to fully explore and develop within those gifts. Join us as we explore our identity as followers of Jesus, and all that means for life. 

]]> Sun, 08 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2343 7 3750f1727942a3f8e7478b4d78edd2bf no Why am I? Mike Waldrop <p>Feeling overworked, burned out, let go, or replaced? These are all challenging situations we face in our professional lives. It's not just about providing for us; it can shake our sense of worth and security. But remember, our purpose and identity go beyond our professions and vocations. Join us this Sunday as we study the Scriptures and address the big questions of Who We Are and Why We Exist.</p> <p>Feeling overworked, burned out, let go, or replaced? These are all challenging situations we face in our professional lives. It's not just about providing for us; it can shake our sense of worth and security. But remember, our purpose and identity go beyond our professions and vocations. Join us this Sunday as we study the Scriptures and address the big questions of Who We Are and Why We Exist.</p> Feeling overworked, burned out, let go, or replaced? These are all challenging situations we face in our professional lives. It's not just about providing for us; it can shake our sense of worth and security. But remember, our purpose and identity go beyond our professions and vocations. Join us this Sunday as we study the Scriptures and address the big questions of Who We Are and Why We Exist.

]]> Sun, 15 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2252 8 637fea29a1ae74eafa276e6c7e76e28d no God is LOVE Brett Posey <p>Our world is filled with division, anger and hurt. Regardless of our beliefs, we all share a deep desire to be accepted and loved. The Author of 1 John speaks about a life-changing love that can only come from God. If you, like myself, long to know and experience love, I would be honored to introduce you to a God whose nature is love.</p><p><br></p> <p>Our world is filled with division, anger and hurt. Regardless of our beliefs, we all share a deep desire to be accepted and loved. The Author of 1 John speaks about a life-changing love that can only come from God. If you, like myself, long to know and experience love, I would be honored to introduce you to a God whose nature is love.</p><p><br></p> Our world is filled with division, anger and hurt. Regardless of our beliefs, we all share a deep desire to be accepted and loved. The Author of 1 John speaks about a life-changing love that can only come from God. If you, like myself, long to know and experience love, I would be honored to introduce you to a God whose nature is love.


]]> Sun, 01 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2764 9 0b01a26098fcf1158a619ae7a7c681a1 no Providence of God Richard Price <p>Sometimes life feels chaotic. In fact, it might actually be chaotic, at least some of the time. Is there anyone in charge of it all? Or are we merely the product of blind laws and random chance, without any real rhyme or reason, no goal or purpose other than survival. Ancient Hebrew and Christian texts reveal that our place in the universe is not the product of chance, but all of life proceeds under the watchful care of our Creator. </p> <p>Sometimes life feels chaotic. In fact, it might actually be chaotic, at least some of the time. Is there anyone in charge of it all? Or are we merely the product of blind laws and random chance, without any real rhyme or reason, no goal or purpose other than survival. Ancient Hebrew and Christian texts reveal that our place in the universe is not the product of chance, but all of life proceeds under the watchful care of our Creator. </p> Sometimes life feels chaotic. In fact, it might actually be chaotic, at least some of the time. Is there anyone in charge of it all? Or are we merely the product of blind laws and random chance, without any real rhyme or reason, no goal or purpose other than survival. Ancient Hebrew and Christian texts reveal that our place in the universe is not the product of chance, but all of life proceeds under the watchful care of our Creator. 

]]> Sun, 25 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2934 10 056ab2b18a6f08d75d29ee9e977f0af7 no God is Gracious Jason Hess <p>What separates Christianity from every other religion in the world? Why must everyone give Christianity their most careful consideration? This week in our series, ‘God is,’ we find out what and why; and it all revolves around one word: Grace. Join us Sunday as we take a good look at the grace of God. </p><p>Guest speaker Jason Hess</p><p><br></p> <p>What separates Christianity from every other religion in the world? Why must everyone give Christianity their most careful consideration? This week in our series, ‘God is,’ we find out what and why; and it all revolves around one word: Grace. Join us Sunday as we take a good look at the grace of God. </p><p>Guest speaker Jason Hess</p><p><br></p> What separates Christianity from every other religion in the world? Why must everyone give Christianity their most careful consideration? This week in our series, ‘God is,’ we find out what and why; and it all revolves around one word: Grace. Join us Sunday as we take a good look at the grace of God. 

Guest speaker Jason Hess


]]> Sun, 18 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3061 11 9160c9ae5c3d39fc76ab5e4b74ea08ec no My Boss Has Deep Pockets... and He's Hiring! Dr. Rabih Sabrah Sun, 11 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2632 12 940c6d3e4298f78db1fa8f563f23b6b6 no God is Jealous Jonathan Price <p>Understanding God is vitally important, and we'll explore the significance of God's jealousy and what it means for us.</p> <p>Understanding God is vitally important, and we'll explore the significance of God's jealousy and what it means for us.</p> Understanding God is vitally important, and we'll explore the significance of God's jealousy and what it means for us.

]]> Sun, 04 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1865 13 4dece18a4cedab16a6ad34da9e85a9a3 no God is always with us Levi Portillo <p>How would you describe the God of the Bible to someone from another faith? That's not an academic question. Having a proper understanding of God is, in the final analysis, the most important thing about us. Join us as we continue our new summer series titled “God is” and unpack what God’s omniscience and omnipresence mean to us and our relationship with our heavenly father.</p> <p>How would you describe the God of the Bible to someone from another faith? That's not an academic question. Having a proper understanding of God is, in the final analysis, the most important thing about us. Join us as we continue our new summer series titled “God is” and unpack what God’s omniscience and omnipresence mean to us and our relationship with our heavenly father.</p> How would you describe the God of the Bible to someone from another faith? That's not an academic question. Having a proper understanding of God is, in the final analysis, the most important thing about us. Join us as we continue our new summer series titled “God is” and unpack what God’s omniscience and omnipresence mean to us and our relationship with our heavenly father.

]]> Sun, 28 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2505 14 b821f055132d40afa17342e86a53b484 no God is Holy Brandon Wolters <p>When you think about who God is, what comes to mind? Many of us are quick to jump to God’s love, justice, and grace. While those attributes are certainly good news for us, there’s an attribute in the Scriptures that God desires to be known as and from which all his attributes overflow. Join us this Sunday as we dive into a new series called “God Is” and unpack God’s holiness.</p> <p>When you think about who God is, what comes to mind? Many of us are quick to jump to God’s love, justice, and grace. While those attributes are certainly good news for us, there’s an attribute in the Scriptures that God desires to be known as and from which all his attributes overflow. Join us this Sunday as we dive into a new series called “God Is” and unpack God’s holiness.</p> When you think about who God is, what comes to mind? Many of us are quick to jump to God’s love, justice, and grace. While those attributes are certainly good news for us, there’s an attribute in the Scriptures that God desires to be known as and from which all his attributes overflow. Join us this Sunday as we dive into a new series called “God Is” and unpack God’s holiness.

]]> Sun, 21 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1658 15 0c76ffca3f4449027828f3d5f10fddfd no The Problem of Serving Mike Waldrop <p>Have you ever been doing your best to do the right thing and wanted to give up because it felt useless? Not only did people forget to even acknowledge your work, but it felt like God overlooked it, too. Join us Sunday as we examine both the motivation for doing what is right, but what we can expect from God as we look at “The Problem of Serving.”</p> <p>Have you ever been doing your best to do the right thing and wanted to give up because it felt useless? Not only did people forget to even acknowledge your work, but it felt like God overlooked it, too. Join us Sunday as we examine both the motivation for doing what is right, but what we can expect from God as we look at “The Problem of Serving.”</p> Have you ever been doing your best to do the right thing and wanted to give up because it felt useless? Not only did people forget to even acknowledge your work, but it felt like God overlooked it, too. Join us Sunday as we examine both the motivation for doing what is right, but what we can expect from God as we look at “The Problem of Serving.”

]]> Sun, 14 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2134 16 fa00de0eb48acb0ae118fae79c7d80e7 no The Problem of Giving Mike Waldrop <p>Money! - one of the topics nobody really wants to discuss or hear discussed at church. In today's message God challenged His people to return to Him. Their use of their resources showed they had strayed, and He invited them to return and use their resources in a way that indicated an intimate relationship. Join us as we consider the way our walk with the Lord impacts how we use the things He has given. </p> <p>Money! - one of the topics nobody really wants to discuss or hear discussed at church. In today's message God challenged His people to return to Him. Their use of their resources showed they had strayed, and He invited them to return and use their resources in a way that indicated an intimate relationship. Join us as we consider the way our walk with the Lord impacts how we use the things He has given. </p> Money! - one of the topics nobody really wants to discuss or hear discussed at church. In today's message God challenged His people to return to Him. Their use of their resources showed they had strayed, and He invited them to return and use their resources in a way that indicated an intimate relationship. Join us as we consider the way our walk with the Lord impacts how we use the things He has given.

]]> Sun, 07 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1984 17 7737b2f9169bec6e30c600e9f53b128b no The Problem of Marriage Mike Waldrop <p>Life is hard, and marriage is hard. Yet the Bible encourages us to consider marriage as a metaphor for our relationship with God. That means we consider the consequences of marriages ending, and we invest in loyalty and faithfulness to our spouses. But we are also encouraged to a response of understanding, forgiveness and love when the struggles of marriage are overwhelming for ourselves, and for those in the community of faith around us. Join us Sunday as we consider "The Problem of Marriage."</p> <p>Life is hard, and marriage is hard. Yet the Bible encourages us to consider marriage as a metaphor for our relationship with God. That means we consider the consequences of marriages ending, and we invest in loyalty and faithfulness to our spouses. But we are also encouraged to a response of understanding, forgiveness and love when the struggles of marriage are overwhelming for ourselves, and for those in the community of faith around us. Join us Sunday as we consider "The Problem of Marriage."</p> Life is hard, and marriage is hard. Yet the Bible encourages us to consider marriage as a metaphor for our relationship with God. That means we consider the consequences of marriages ending, and we invest in loyalty and faithfulness to our spouses. But we are also encouraged to a response of understanding, forgiveness and love when the struggles of marriage are overwhelming for ourselves, and for those in the community of faith around us. Join us Sunday as we consider "The Problem of Marriage."

]]> Sun, 23 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2156 18 5eeaaf1ec5dab314c3d8d9e0ce85323a no The Problem with Worship Mike Waldrop <p>What does it mean to worship? Is it simply going to church, singing some songs, hearing a sermon and closing with a prayer? Is it simply a duty and a task to perform no matter how distasteful we find it? Or is it a heart changing experience of God's reality and the depth of His grace that results in our responding to Him with honor, respect, awe, and by giving our best in whatever we're doing? Join us as we consider the pitfalls and dangers of the routines and refresh our sense of what worship is. </p> <p>What does it mean to worship? Is it simply going to church, singing some songs, hearing a sermon and closing with a prayer? Is it simply a duty and a task to perform no matter how distasteful we find it? Or is it a heart changing experience of God's reality and the depth of His grace that results in our responding to Him with honor, respect, awe, and by giving our best in whatever we're doing? Join us as we consider the pitfalls and dangers of the routines and refresh our sense of what worship is. </p> What does it mean to worship? Is it simply going to church, singing some songs, hearing a sermon and closing with a prayer? Is it simply a duty and a task to perform no matter how distasteful we find it? Or is it a heart changing experience of God's reality and the depth of His grace that results in our responding to Him with honor, respect, awe, and by giving our best in whatever we're doing? Join us as we consider the pitfalls and dangers of the routines and refresh our sense of what worship is. 

]]> Sun, 02 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2989 19 b2ec49b66b0633747546a62cd4c531de no God’s Presence in Us Brandon Wolters <p>Have you ever considered the question, “Who are you?” It’s such a simple question, yet it elicits such complex responses. Join us as we explore the profound foundational belief of God’s Spirit residing in us.</p> <p>Have you ever considered the question, “Who are you?” It’s such a simple question, yet it elicits such complex responses. Join us as we explore the profound foundational belief of God’s Spirit residing in us.</p> Have you ever considered the question, “Who are you?” It’s such a simple question, yet it elicits such complex responses. Join us as we explore the profound foundational belief of God’s Spirit residing in us.

]]> Sun, 16 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2324 20 fa5d04561850a99cbb4b51b7f4a779c5 no Foundations Brandon Wolters <p>Have you ever found yourself in a situation where everything around you seems to be moving, and you're left wondering if you or your surroundings are in motion? In those moments, we all look for a fixed point of reference that is un-moving. That is precisely what the Scriptures are to the Church and followers of Jesus. Join us as we unpack the purpose, process, and person of Scriptures this Sunday.</p> <p>Have you ever found yourself in a situation where everything around you seems to be moving, and you're left wondering if you or your surroundings are in motion? In those moments, we all look for a fixed point of reference that is un-moving. That is precisely what the Scriptures are to the Church and followers of Jesus. Join us as we unpack the purpose, process, and person of Scriptures this Sunday.</p> Have you ever found yourself in a situation where everything around you seems to be moving, and you're left wondering if you or your surroundings are in motion? In those moments, we all look for a fixed point of reference that is un-moving. That is precisely what the Scriptures are to the Church and followers of Jesus. Join us as we unpack the purpose, process, and person of Scriptures this Sunday.

]]> Sun, 09 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2628 21 505fc35725e5278c4b6e146826ffc2d5 no Hopes & Fears Replaced Mike Waldrop <p>Sometimes I feel like I’m at war with myself. Part of me continually focuses on worst-case scenarios and the doubts and fears our circumstances feed. But the part I want to focus on is that of being confident that God is in control and thus I can live in happy anticipation of what’s to come. Join us as we consider the tension between our circumstances in this world and our confidence in God, and how He replaces doubts and fears.</p> <p>Sometimes I feel like I’m at war with myself. Part of me continually focuses on worst-case scenarios and the doubts and fears our circumstances feed. But the part I want to focus on is that of being confident that God is in control and thus I can live in happy anticipation of what’s to come. Join us as we consider the tension between our circumstances in this world and our confidence in God, and how He replaces doubts and fears.</p> Sometimes I feel like I’m at war with myself. Part of me continually focuses on worst-case scenarios and the doubts and fears our circumstances feed. But the part I want to focus on is that of being confident that God is in control and thus I can live in happy anticipation of what’s to come. Join us as we consider the tension between our circumstances in this world and our confidence in God, and how He replaces doubts and fears.

]]> Sun, 12 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2385 22 972dc2a5e9407a0866d8d115438c6488 no Doubts and Fears Relieved Mike Waldrop <p>When things seem too good to be true, we often doubt their authenticity. However, Habakkuk's doubts were relieved when God showed him a glimpse of the future. Similarly, God's promises can alleviate our doubts and fears as we move from worry to worship. We welcome you to join us for the second message from Habakkuk.</p> <p>When things seem too good to be true, we often doubt their authenticity. However, Habakkuk's doubts were relieved when God showed him a glimpse of the future. Similarly, God's promises can alleviate our doubts and fears as we move from worry to worship. We welcome you to join us for the second message from Habakkuk.</p> When things seem too good to be true, we often doubt their authenticity. However, Habakkuk's doubts were relieved when God showed him a glimpse of the future. Similarly, God's promises can alleviate our doubts and fears as we move from worry to worship. We welcome you to join us for the second message from Habakkuk.

]]> Sun, 05 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2210 23 7c6d1bf544201b2e6bd1ee94f23f340a no Doubts and Fears Mike Waldrop <p>Have you ever looked at the state of the world and wondered where God was? Or maybe you thought God was just making things worse. Habakkuk, the Old Testament prophet, had similar feelings. Yet he takes us from worry to worship knowing our God uses unlikely people and powers to do what seems impossible to us. Join us on a journey from Worry to Worship as we consider the writings of Habakkuk. </p> <p>Have you ever looked at the state of the world and wondered where God was? Or maybe you thought God was just making things worse. Habakkuk, the Old Testament prophet, had similar feelings. Yet he takes us from worry to worship knowing our God uses unlikely people and powers to do what seems impossible to us. Join us on a journey from Worry to Worship as we consider the writings of Habakkuk. </p> Have you ever looked at the state of the world and wondered where God was? Or maybe you thought God was just making things worse. Habakkuk, the Old Testament prophet, had similar feelings. Yet he takes us from worry to worship knowing our God uses unlikely people and powers to do what seems impossible to us. Join us on a journey from Worry to Worship as we consider the writings of Habakkuk. 

]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1918 24 aa5b7bebeb0bda6c4611dc2a64e7b134 no Hope Mike Waldrop <p>If one word could be used to sum up the condition of our world right now, I think it would be “unstable.” Whether we are talking about the Stock Market or the Middle East, gasoline prices or the coming elections there is a sense in which unstable is an appropriate description. In the last message of the book of Acts Paul is imprisoned in an unstable situation. Yet, he continually presents hope to his audiences. And when they reject his message of hope in the Messiah, he tells those who won’t listen that hope will be sent to those who will. Join us as we consider our ultimate “Hope” in an unstable world.</p> <p>If one word could be used to sum up the condition of our world right now, I think it would be “unstable.” Whether we are talking about the Stock Market or the Middle East, gasoline prices or the coming elections there is a sense in which unstable is an appropriate description. In the last message of the book of Acts Paul is imprisoned in an unstable situation. Yet, he continually presents hope to his audiences. And when they reject his message of hope in the Messiah, he tells those who won’t listen that hope will be sent to those who will. Join us as we consider our ultimate “Hope” in an unstable world.</p> If one word could be used to sum up the condition of our world right now, I think it would be “unstable.” Whether we are talking about the Stock Market or the Middle East, gasoline prices or the coming elections there is a sense in which unstable is an appropriate description. In the last message of the book of Acts Paul is imprisoned in an unstable situation. Yet, he continually presents hope to his audiences. And when they reject his message of hope in the Messiah, he tells those who won’t listen that hope will be sent to those who will. Join us as we consider our ultimate “Hope” in an unstable world.

]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2221 25 3a453683a63637be9d64d16b6adf672e no A Focused Faith Mike Waldrop <p>The voices of today’s world call for our attention about all kinds of things. Are we safe? Are we prosperous? Is the culture suitable for our children and their futures? Is our culture healthy or deteriorating? Is our political leadership doing what’s right or leading us into ruin? The voices of Paul’s world were very similar. Yet he lived a life of focused faith. Join us as we take a look at a life consumed by purpose and driven by mission and think about how we can also live a more focused faith.</p> <p>The voices of today’s world call for our attention about all kinds of things. Are we safe? Are we prosperous? Is the culture suitable for our children and their futures? Is our culture healthy or deteriorating? Is our political leadership doing what’s right or leading us into ruin? The voices of Paul’s world were very similar. Yet he lived a life of focused faith. Join us as we take a look at a life consumed by purpose and driven by mission and think about how we can also live a more focused faith.</p> The voices of today’s world call for our attention about all kinds of things. Are we safe? Are we prosperous? Is the culture suitable for our children and their futures? Is our culture healthy or deteriorating? Is our political leadership doing what’s right or leading us into ruin? The voices of Paul’s world were very similar. Yet he lived a life of focused faith. Join us as we take a look at a life consumed by purpose and driven by mission and think about how we can also live a more focused faith.

]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2407 26 79212945a4c42a601d1cfefffed32842 no Fill in the Blanks Mike Waldrop <p>Wise people have always counseled others to “not jump to conclusions”. Sometimes we can jump to disastrous conclusions, other times we jump the right way but just not far enough. Join us this morning as we consider a story in which men had made positive decisions about Jesus but hadn’t jumped far enough due to only getting part of the story. Learn with us how to fill in the blanks.</p> <p>Wise people have always counseled others to “not jump to conclusions”. Sometimes we can jump to disastrous conclusions, other times we jump the right way but just not far enough. Join us this morning as we consider a story in which men had made positive decisions about Jesus but hadn’t jumped far enough due to only getting part of the story. Learn with us how to fill in the blanks.</p> Wise people have always counseled others to “not jump to conclusions”. Sometimes we can jump to disastrous conclusions, other times we jump the right way but just not far enough. Join us this morning as we consider a story in which men had made positive decisions about Jesus but hadn’t jumped far enough due to only getting part of the story. Learn with us how to fill in the blanks.

]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2147 27 9f6ac6188df2a66a3ca507d32ee441a4 no The Unknown God is Alive and Well Mike Waldrop <p>In all our lives there is a desire to count for something. We want a life that is meaningful and that experiences a sense of fulfillment. Humanity seems to be hard-wired to pursue these same things. In ancient times as well as today we often settle for insufficient substitutes that temporarily meet our needs but ultimately let us down. Paul addressed some of these things to the people in Athens when he saw an altar built to an unknown god. Join us as we consider this search for fulfilment in life and the danger of the insufficient.</p> <p>In all our lives there is a desire to count for something. We want a life that is meaningful and that experiences a sense of fulfillment. Humanity seems to be hard-wired to pursue these same things. In ancient times as well as today we often settle for insufficient substitutes that temporarily meet our needs but ultimately let us down. Paul addressed some of these things to the people in Athens when he saw an altar built to an unknown god. Join us as we consider this search for fulfilment in life and the danger of the insufficient.</p> In all our lives there is a desire to count for something. We want a life that is meaningful and that experiences a sense of fulfillment. Humanity seems to be hard-wired to pursue these same things. In ancient times as well as today we often settle for insufficient substitutes that temporarily meet our needs but ultimately let us down. Paul addressed some of these things to the people in Athens when he saw an altar built to an unknown god. Join us as we consider this search for fulfilment in life and the danger of the insufficient.

]]> Sun, 10 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2792 28 8e835aeabc833086327ed0566b488854 no Expectations Mike Waldrop <p>During a very tense meeting the apostle Peter asked the people debating why they would expect other people to follow the Law that the Jews themselves couldn’t follow? And when we read that we all say “Amen”! But Peter’s question is equally applicable to us. In light of all God forgives simply because of His love for us, do we extend grace to others that results in life-changing transformation? Or do we express expectations of others that we couldn’t keep ourselves? Join us Sunday as we consider our expectations, and learn to live in and express to others the forgiving grace of a loving God</p> <p>During a very tense meeting the apostle Peter asked the people debating why they would expect other people to follow the Law that the Jews themselves couldn’t follow? And when we read that we all say “Amen”! But Peter’s question is equally applicable to us. In light of all God forgives simply because of His love for us, do we extend grace to others that results in life-changing transformation? Or do we express expectations of others that we couldn’t keep ourselves? Join us Sunday as we consider our expectations, and learn to live in and express to others the forgiving grace of a loving God</p> During a very tense meeting the apostle Peter asked the people debating why they would expect other people to follow the Law that the Jews themselves couldn’t follow? And when we read that we all say “Amen”! But Peter’s question is equally applicable to us. In light of all God forgives simply because of His love for us, do we extend grace to others that results in life-changing transformation? Or do we express expectations of others that we couldn’t keep ourselves? Join us Sunday as we consider our expectations, and learn to live in and express to others the forgiving grace of a loving God

]]> Sun, 03 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2442 29 f2d458b51affd44ba2eb6414ee410a51 no Do We Keep the Change? Mike Waldrop <p>Have you ever told someone to whom you had given too much money for a purchase, “keep the change”? It’s usually a matter of convenience or gratitude for a job well done. But when you and I are expected to change, we may tell others to keep the change to themselves, we are fine just like we are. Yet, the message of Jesus and his grace carries with it the expectation that we will be changed. Join us this morning as we consider the changes God’s grace can bring. </p> <p>Have you ever told someone to whom you had given too much money for a purchase, “keep the change”? It’s usually a matter of convenience or gratitude for a job well done. But when you and I are expected to change, we may tell others to keep the change to themselves, we are fine just like we are. Yet, the message of Jesus and his grace carries with it the expectation that we will be changed. Join us this morning as we consider the changes God’s grace can bring. </p> Have you ever told someone to whom you had given too much money for a purchase, “keep the change”? It’s usually a matter of convenience or gratitude for a job well done. But when you and I are expected to change, we may tell others to keep the change to themselves, we are fine just like we are. Yet, the message of Jesus and his grace carries with it the expectation that we will be changed. Join us this morning as we consider the changes God’s grace can bring. 

]]> Sun, 25 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1948 30 87e964eb71891476979605a15e7ff955 no “What Isn’t Said!" Mike Waldrop <p>In some Bible stories what isn’t said is just as important as what is said. Today we consider a passage that gives us critical affirmation in our relationship to God’s kingdom and receiving his forgiveness. But what isn’t said by Peter is also important to notice. It is important because in today’s world many of us are tempted to say what Peter didn’t. Join us as we learn to love people everywhere, and what not to say. </p> <p>In some Bible stories what isn’t said is just as important as what is said. Today we consider a passage that gives us critical affirmation in our relationship to God’s kingdom and receiving his forgiveness. But what isn’t said by Peter is also important to notice. It is important because in today’s world many of us are tempted to say what Peter didn’t. Join us as we learn to love people everywhere, and what not to say. </p> In some Bible stories what isn’t said is just as important as what is said. Today we consider a passage that gives us critical affirmation in our relationship to God’s kingdom and receiving his forgiveness. But what isn’t said by Peter is also important to notice. It is important because in today’s world many of us are tempted to say what Peter didn’t. Join us as we learn to love people everywhere, and what not to say. 

]]> Sun, 11 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2114 31 3bb0f5ee97c83b8dfdd25d13291e1e6e no “It’s All About…?” Mike Waldrop <p>Sometimes Christians think our goal is to invite people to church and then the church will tell them about Jesus. But what if the bigger picture is just the opposite? Maybe we’re to share the great things the Messiah has done in our lives and then invite people into the community of faith? Join us as we look at the different ways Christ was shared with people who were different.</p> <p>Sometimes Christians think our goal is to invite people to church and then the church will tell them about Jesus. But what if the bigger picture is just the opposite? Maybe we’re to share the great things the Messiah has done in our lives and then invite people into the community of faith? Join us as we look at the different ways Christ was shared with people who were different.</p> Sometimes Christians think our goal is to invite people to church and then the church will tell them about Jesus. But what if the bigger picture is just the opposite? Maybe we’re to share the great things the Messiah has done in our lives and then invite people into the community of faith? Join us as we look at the different ways Christ was shared with people who were different.

]]> Sun, 04 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2425 32 95942db7517172db2fb594369447ab2a no Power Struggles Mike Waldrop <p>As politics and wars and the threat of wars spin up all around us, we are tempted to stress out and see doom and gloom. Or we might be tempted to take some kind of action to get things under the kind of control we think is best. This week we look at how the early church responded during the political, military, and religious power struggles that threatened their existence. And maybe, just maybe we’ll be encouraged to pursue the same strategy ourselves. Join us as we consider “Power Struggles”. </p> <p>As politics and wars and the threat of wars spin up all around us, we are tempted to stress out and see doom and gloom. Or we might be tempted to take some kind of action to get things under the kind of control we think is best. This week we look at how the early church responded during the political, military, and religious power struggles that threatened their existence. And maybe, just maybe we’ll be encouraged to pursue the same strategy ourselves. Join us as we consider “Power Struggles”. </p> As politics and wars and the threat of wars spin up all around us, we are tempted to stress out and see doom and gloom. Or we might be tempted to take some kind of action to get things under the kind of control we think is best. This week we look at how the early church responded during the political, military, and religious power struggles that threatened their existence. And maybe, just maybe we’ll be encouraged to pursue the same strategy ourselves. Join us as we consider “Power Struggles”. 

]]> Sun, 28 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2259 33 5075c707a108ee619019b259a1cd44b0 no No Silent People Mike Waldrop <p>If given the chance to talk to other people about something that excites you, what would it be? For Peter and John in the book of Acts the answer was always related to Jesus, who He is, what He did, and what He offers to mankind. Peter and John told the religious people of their day that Jesus is the one who gives hope, times of refreshing, and the promise of life in God’s presence. And when pressed to be quiet they said, It is impossible for us to not talk about what we’ve seen and heard. Join us as we celebrate a life worth talking about in the person of Jesus.</p> <p>If given the chance to talk to other people about something that excites you, what would it be? For Peter and John in the book of Acts the answer was always related to Jesus, who He is, what He did, and what He offers to mankind. Peter and John told the religious people of their day that Jesus is the one who gives hope, times of refreshing, and the promise of life in God’s presence. And when pressed to be quiet they said, It is impossible for us to not talk about what we’ve seen and heard. Join us as we celebrate a life worth talking about in the person of Jesus.</p> If given the chance to talk to other people about something that excites you, what would it be? For Peter and John in the book of Acts the answer was always related to Jesus, who He is, what He did, and what He offers to mankind. Peter and John told the religious people of their day that Jesus is the one who gives hope, times of refreshing, and the promise of life in God’s presence. And when pressed to be quiet they said, It is impossible for us to not talk about what we’ve seen and heard. Join us as we celebrate a life worth talking about in the person of Jesus.

]]> Sun, 14 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2752 34 932ef8d73ce735ff0a16079cd279d426 no The 2024 Church Mike Waldrop <p>Have you ever started to do something and then forgotten what you were doing? Something distracted you; someone interrupted you, or your own thoughts just interfered. Sometimes the same thing happens to churches. We begin the New Year by refocusing on what we believe the Lord would have us to do, and to become in 2024. Join us as we consider the book of Acts and begin a series on the “The Church Then and Now.”</p> <p>Have you ever started to do something and then forgotten what you were doing? Something distracted you; someone interrupted you, or your own thoughts just interfered. Sometimes the same thing happens to churches. We begin the New Year by refocusing on what we believe the Lord would have us to do, and to become in 2024. Join us as we consider the book of Acts and begin a series on the “The Church Then and Now.”</p> Have you ever started to do something and then forgotten what you were doing? Something distracted you; someone interrupted you, or your own thoughts just interfered. Sometimes the same thing happens to churches. We begin the New Year by refocusing on what we believe the Lord would have us to do, and to become in 2024. Join us as we consider the book of Acts and begin a series on the “The Church Then and Now.”

]]> Sun, 07 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2592 35 0ae4fdca6c50e8f999b931d9c6397cbc no Christmas: Fact or Fiction? Mike Waldrop <p>Ever wondered what the root celebration of Christmas is all about? And why is it important? Much of our celebration is focused on being good and doing good things for others. But why? Are we simply trying to avoid the naughty list? Are we trying to win approval and favor? Join us Sunday as we consider the factual roots of Christmas and why they are worth our celebration.</p> <p>Ever wondered what the root celebration of Christmas is all about? And why is it important? Much of our celebration is focused on being good and doing good things for others. But why? Are we simply trying to avoid the naughty list? Are we trying to win approval and favor? Join us Sunday as we consider the factual roots of Christmas and why they are worth our celebration.</p> Ever wondered what the root celebration of Christmas is all about? And why is it important? Much of our celebration is focused on being good and doing good things for others. But why? Are we simply trying to avoid the naughty list? Are we trying to win approval and favor? Join us Sunday as we consider the factual roots of Christmas and why they are worth our celebration.

]]> Sun, 24 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1939 36 9b7dee96eda46ccf9a0c776ebc2c7334 no Christmas Light Mike Waldrop <p>One of the first signs of the Christmas season is the presence of Christmas lights on houses, in yards and trees, and even on cars. People spend evenings driving and walking through displays of Christmas lights. This fourth Sunday of Advent we consider the presence of light as a brilliant show of God’s love given to us. You’re invited as we consider the light of the world given to overcome the darkness.</p> <p>One of the first signs of the Christmas season is the presence of Christmas lights on houses, in yards and trees, and even on cars. People spend evenings driving and walking through displays of Christmas lights. This fourth Sunday of Advent we consider the presence of light as a brilliant show of God’s love given to us. You’re invited as we consider the light of the world given to overcome the darkness.</p> One of the first signs of the Christmas season is the presence of Christmas lights on houses, in yards and trees, and even on cars. People spend evenings driving and walking through displays of Christmas lights. This fourth Sunday of Advent we consider the presence of light as a brilliant show of God’s love given to us. You’re invited as we consider the light of the world given to overcome the darkness.

]]> Sun, 17 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2271 37 2e48de0a2a060ba1485bab4a8cb0d39c no Advent - Joy A Journey to Joy Mike Waldrop <p>The desire to be in ultimate control of our lives robs us of the joy of being a Christian. Mary, the mother of Jesus, was a great example of yielding control to God to do the impossible. And her journey ended in a heartfelt amazement and joy at what God was doing. Join us Sunday as we venture on a journey to joy.</p> <p>The desire to be in ultimate control of our lives robs us of the joy of being a Christian. Mary, the mother of Jesus, was a great example of yielding control to God to do the impossible. And her journey ended in a heartfelt amazement and joy at what God was doing. Join us Sunday as we venture on a journey to joy.</p> The desire to be in ultimate control of our lives robs us of the joy of being a Christian. Mary, the mother of Jesus, was a great example of yielding control to God to do the impossible. And her journey ended in a heartfelt amazement and joy at what God was doing. Join us Sunday as we venture on a journey to joy.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2152 38 0a9e93c1160f19f9cc1dadc3eb547baa no Advent - Peace Brandon Wolters <p>We’re living in a time when tensions and anxieties worldwide and at home are at an all-time high, and if humanity was left to itself, we would inevitably destroy ourselves. However, the message of the Gospel is that God has not left us to ourselves. Please join us Sunday as we unpack “Peace” during this Advent Season.</p> <p>We’re living in a time when tensions and anxieties worldwide and at home are at an all-time high, and if humanity was left to itself, we would inevitably destroy ourselves. However, the message of the Gospel is that God has not left us to ourselves. Please join us Sunday as we unpack “Peace” during this Advent Season.</p> We’re living in a time when tensions and anxieties worldwide and at home are at an all-time high, and if humanity was left to itself, we would inevitably destroy ourselves. However, the message of the Gospel is that God has not left us to ourselves. Please join us Sunday as we unpack “Peace” during this Advent Season.

]]> Sun, 03 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2426 39 c1ab904000ff8d584aec421cd33326d6 no Advent - Hope Caleb Waldrop <p>Advent is a time to reflect on the unexpected nature of Jesus’ humble birth and join in the anticipation of when he will come again to reunite Heaven and Earth once and for all. Join us as our Guest Speaker Caleb Waldrop unpacks the beginning of Advent with a message on Hope.</p> <p>Advent is a time to reflect on the unexpected nature of Jesus’ humble birth and join in the anticipation of when he will come again to reunite Heaven and Earth once and for all. Join us as our Guest Speaker Caleb Waldrop unpacks the beginning of Advent with a message on Hope.</p> Advent is a time to reflect on the unexpected nature of Jesus’ humble birth and join in the anticipation of when he will come again to reunite Heaven and Earth once and for all. Join us as our Guest Speaker Caleb Waldrop unpacks the beginning of Advent with a message on Hope.

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2321 40 1a6bb4f56e634b00a2334763adf2e257 no Unified – Bonded by God’s Grace Mike Waldrop <p>One way we celebrate the beauty of brokenness is in the unity of the faith community, the church. Through the grace of Christ and the Holy Spirit’s gifts, God places a wide variety of people into a local church and bonds them together as the body of Christ. But in our brokenness, there are ways we can fracture that bond, and ways we can build it. Join us as we consider the value we each have and the part we each play in building His church.</p> <p>One way we celebrate the beauty of brokenness is in the unity of the faith community, the church. Through the grace of Christ and the Holy Spirit’s gifts, God places a wide variety of people into a local church and bonds them together as the body of Christ. But in our brokenness, there are ways we can fracture that bond, and ways we can build it. Join us as we consider the value we each have and the part we each play in building His church.</p> One way we celebrate the beauty of brokenness is in the unity of the faith community, the church. Through the grace of Christ and the Holy Spirit’s gifts, God places a wide variety of people into a local church and bonds them together as the body of Christ. But in our brokenness, there are ways we can fracture that bond, and ways we can build it. Join us as we consider the value we each have and the part we each play in building His church.

]]> Sun, 24 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2597 41 7c568b7008f928b61402f87516641f48 no Good and Angry James 1:19-25 Brandon Wolters <p>Anger is a God-given emotion that ultimately says, “I’m against that.” Anger is in us, outside of us, and sometimes directed towards us. When we are angry, the whole self is angry (i.e., body, mind, soul, emotions, etc.). We invite you to join us as we examine ourselves through the Scriptures and learn how to live in the tension of being good and angry.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><br></p> <p>Anger is a God-given emotion that ultimately says, “I’m against that.” Anger is in us, outside of us, and sometimes directed towards us. When we are angry, the whole self is angry (i.e., body, mind, soul, emotions, etc.). We invite you to join us as we examine ourselves through the Scriptures and learn how to live in the tension of being good and angry.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><br></p> Anger is a God-given emotion that ultimately says, “I’m against that.” Anger is in us, outside of us, and sometimes directed towards us. When we are angry, the whole self is angry (i.e., body, mind, soul, emotions, etc.). We invite you to join us as we examine ourselves through the Scriptures and learn how to live in the tension of being good and angry.


]]> Sun, 17 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2771 42 a484c1f011690b35f773c14cf9e6cf36 no Broken Mike Waldrop Sun, 10 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2320 43 08ea5e8a9cae6aafc9a666264b25bd9a no Church Stuff - Lament Mike Waldrop Sun, 03 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1844 44 9b329d8bd21f0d209f0f3b5793956f1e no A Revealing Lifestyle Mike Waldrop <p>Its really easy to reduce complex assignments to simple checklists. And many of life’s pursuits can be accomplished simply by checking all the boxes. But is the mission God gave the church as simple as checking the boxes? Or is it a lifestyle that reveals the reality of Jesus and the greatness of God’s love? Join us as we consider these questions.</p> <p>Its really easy to reduce complex assignments to simple checklists. And many of life’s pursuits can be accomplished simply by checking all the boxes. But is the mission God gave the church as simple as checking the boxes? Or is it a lifestyle that reveals the reality of Jesus and the greatness of God’s love? Join us as we consider these questions.</p> Its really easy to reduce complex assignments to simple checklists. And many of life’s pursuits can be accomplished simply by checking all the boxes. But is the mission God gave the church as simple as checking the boxes? Or is it a lifestyle that reveals the reality of Jesus and the greatness of God’s love? Join us as we consider these questions.

]]> Sun, 12 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2298 45 e4ea8937932973076e384a16c5130361 no Catch and Release Mike Waldrop <p>“Catch and Release” is most often used when talking about fishing for sport and fun in ways that protect the fish and the fish population. For the church, Jesus catches and transforms people, and then we are to make disciples and release those disciples to duplicate that ministry to others. Join us as we consider Scripture’s teaching on being a church that is effectively practicing “Catch and Release”.</p> <p>“Catch and Release” is most often used when talking about fishing for sport and fun in ways that protect the fish and the fish population. For the church, Jesus catches and transforms people, and then we are to make disciples and release those disciples to duplicate that ministry to others. Join us as we consider Scripture’s teaching on being a church that is effectively practicing “Catch and Release”.</p> “Catch and Release” is most often used when talking about fishing for sport and fun in ways that protect the fish and the fish population. For the church, Jesus catches and transforms people, and then we are to make disciples and release those disciples to duplicate that ministry to others. Join us as we consider Scripture’s teaching on being a church that is effectively practicing “Catch and Release”.

]]> Sun, 05 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2260 46 ecc3e470e16fcc8cf638f4a4e2262ad1 no In Pursuit Mike Waldrop <p>Our default perspective on spiritual maturity is often equated with the intellectual grasp of the doctrines and teachings of the faith, or with being consumed by physical acts of service, or with age and years of experience as a believer. But being spiritually mature in seen in a heart dependence on Christ, the intellect's understanding of the faith, and the hands working empowered by Christ to accomplish the mission we've been given.</p> <p>Our default perspective on spiritual maturity is often equated with the intellectual grasp of the doctrines and teachings of the faith, or with being consumed by physical acts of service, or with age and years of experience as a believer. But being spiritually mature in seen in a heart dependence on Christ, the intellect's understanding of the faith, and the hands working empowered by Christ to accomplish the mission we've been given.</p> Our default perspective on spiritual maturity is often equated with the intellectual grasp of the doctrines and teachings of the faith, or with being consumed by physical acts of service, or with age and years of experience as a believer. But being spiritually mature in seen in a heart dependence on Christ, the intellect's understanding of the faith, and the hands working empowered by Christ to accomplish the mission we've been given.

]]> Sun, 29 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1719 47 0cd83e84dd6928bfd054391f8f6543b9 no Chasing the Wanderers Brandon Wolters <p>All of us are looking for a place to be known, loved, and feel at home. However, all of us are dealing with something that causes us to pull away from relationships, church, commitments, etc. When we do this, we might think, “Does anyone else notice when I’m not present?” Join us this Sunday as we discuss what it means for us, as disciples of Jesus, to learn how to have a heart for those who have wandered and how to bring them back into the fold.</p> <p>All of us are looking for a place to be known, loved, and feel at home. However, all of us are dealing with something that causes us to pull away from relationships, church, commitments, etc. When we do this, we might think, “Does anyone else notice when I’m not present?” Join us this Sunday as we discuss what it means for us, as disciples of Jesus, to learn how to have a heart for those who have wandered and how to bring them back into the fold.</p> All of us are looking for a place to be known, loved, and feel at home. However, all of us are dealing with something that causes us to pull away from relationships, church, commitments, etc. When we do this, we might think, “Does anyone else notice when I’m not present?” Join us this Sunday as we discuss what it means for us, as disciples of Jesus, to learn how to have a heart for those who have wandered and how to bring them back into the fold.

]]> Sun, 22 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2734 48 c9e631ca1cf1127b0ed9b5bb9f098485 no Discipleship: There’s No Such Thing as Rambo Brandon Wolters <p>Maybe you’ve heard these statements: “I love Jesus, but I don’t like or need the church.” Or “I have all I need – me and Jesus.” Are these statements true? Did Jesus intend for those who call themselves His disciples to “go Rambo” and do it on their own? Join us Sunday as we discuss what it means for us, as disciples of Jesus, to connect those who are disconnected.</p> <p>Maybe you’ve heard these statements: “I love Jesus, but I don’t like or need the church.” Or “I have all I need – me and Jesus.” Are these statements true? Did Jesus intend for those who call themselves His disciples to “go Rambo” and do it on their own? Join us Sunday as we discuss what it means for us, as disciples of Jesus, to connect those who are disconnected.</p> Maybe you’ve heard these statements: “I love Jesus, but I don’t like or need the church.” Or “I have all I need – me and Jesus.” Are these statements true? Did Jesus intend for those who call themselves His disciples to “go Rambo” and do it on their own? Join us Sunday as we discuss what it means for us, as disciples of Jesus, to connect those who are disconnected.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2520 49 481c33ace17b540b7fc9be3114b5181e no What Do They Want? Luke 19:10 Mike Waldrop <p>Sometimes people in the church get so caught up with really good things that we forget part of our mission is to share the best things with people not in the church. Jesus was great at boldly going where no religious leader would go before, and He challenges us to be the same. Join us as we consider the challenge of going and sharing what we’ve been given. </p> <p>Sometimes people in the church get so caught up with really good things that we forget part of our mission is to share the best things with people not in the church. Jesus was great at boldly going where no religious leader would go before, and He challenges us to be the same. Join us as we consider the challenge of going and sharing what we’ve been given. </p> Sometimes people in the church get so caught up with really good things that we forget part of our mission is to share the best things with people not in the church. Jesus was great at boldly going where no religious leader would go before, and He challenges us to be the same. Join us as we consider the challenge of going and sharing what we’ve been given. 

]]> Sun, 08 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2635 50 4bbf9f8f56fe08ada74c28d2d7146b01 no Where do you live? Mike Waldrop <p>Jesus called the church to a mission and He called the people of the church to a life-giving, intimate relationship that equips us to pursue His mission. The Bible says that our lives “bear fruit” when we are in that relationship with Him. You’re invited to join us as we consider what it means to become a church filled with people “bearing fruit”. </p> <p>Jesus called the church to a mission and He called the people of the church to a life-giving, intimate relationship that equips us to pursue His mission. The Bible says that our lives “bear fruit” when we are in that relationship with Him. You’re invited to join us as we consider what it means to become a church filled with people “bearing fruit”. </p> Jesus called the church to a mission and He called the people of the church to a life-giving, intimate relationship that equips us to pursue His mission. The Bible says that our lives “bear fruit” when we are in that relationship with Him. You’re invited to join us as we consider what it means to become a church filled with people “bearing fruit”.

]]> Sun, 01 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2458 51 a6b347ad5e3763813a83141c9cbff0fd no What’s It All About? Mike Waldrop <p>Sometimes it feels like churches are in competition to see who can be the coolest, do the biggest events, or have the best smoke machines and mirrors. It might feel like there is some award for being the church that does the most. But Jesus said that the value of a church’s smoke machines and mirrors is only seen if they are being used to bring people to Him. Whether the church is big or small, busy or laid back it’s all about who the people in the church are becoming. It’s all about the church becoming the community of Christ. Join us as we explore “what’s it all about?”</p> <p>Sometimes it feels like churches are in competition to see who can be the coolest, do the biggest events, or have the best smoke machines and mirrors. It might feel like there is some award for being the church that does the most. But Jesus said that the value of a church’s smoke machines and mirrors is only seen if they are being used to bring people to Him. Whether the church is big or small, busy or laid back it’s all about who the people in the church are becoming. It’s all about the church becoming the community of Christ. Join us as we explore “what’s it all about?”</p> Sometimes it feels like churches are in competition to see who can be the coolest, do the biggest events, or have the best smoke machines and mirrors. It might feel like there is some award for being the church that does the most. But Jesus said that the value of a church’s smoke machines and mirrors is only seen if they are being used to bring people to Him. Whether the church is big or small, busy or laid back it’s all about who the people in the church are becoming. It’s all about the church becoming the community of Christ. Join us as we explore “what’s it all about?”

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2258 52 5dc1404416754616add551dae732cca6 no A Dilemma Of Love Mike Waldrop <p> In a culture where division, antagonism and condemnation of those different from us is common, what are followers of Jesus to do? Join us this week as we tackle the topic of loving each other. How do we get there? What does Scripture tell us? What can lead us to make it happen?</p> <p> In a culture where division, antagonism and condemnation of those different from us is common, what are followers of Jesus to do? Join us this week as we tackle the topic of loving each other. How do we get there? What does Scripture tell us? What can lead us to make it happen?</p>  In a culture where division, antagonism and condemnation of those different from us is common, what are followers of Jesus to do? Join us this week as we tackle the topic of loving each other. How do we get there? What does Scripture tell us? What can lead us to make it happen?

]]> Sun, 20 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2566 53 2bc11347c721bfa9fbeaa5192f867869 no What He Said Mike Waldrop <p> “He who loves me follows my commandments” is one of the sayings of Jesus that has been hard to understand and abused over the years. But the truth of Jesus’ words is that He is simply describing our part in the process of learning to love God and become the people He designed us to become. Join us as we consider a life of loving God as we follow Jesus.</p> <p> “He who loves me follows my commandments” is one of the sayings of Jesus that has been hard to understand and abused over the years. But the truth of Jesus’ words is that He is simply describing our part in the process of learning to love God and become the people He designed us to become. Join us as we consider a life of loving God as we follow Jesus.</p>  “He who loves me follows my commandments” is one of the sayings of Jesus that has been hard to understand and abused over the years. But the truth of Jesus’ words is that He is simply describing our part in the process of learning to love God and become the people He designed us to become. Join us as we consider a life of loving God as we follow Jesus.

]]> Sun, 13 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2306 54 f4dd6fb5325907d371146d1cca074925 no A Continuum Of Loving Mike Waldrop Sun, 06 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2000 55 556028282604eb11fe919950fceaf1bc no A Third Door Brandon Wolters <p>In the 1st century, the only two doors you could take in resolving relational conflict were fight or flight.</p><p>Fast forward to our cultural moment, the 21st century, and nothing has changed. What if there was a radical third door you could enter regarding relational conflict? Would you be willing to open that door and walk in? Join us Sunday as we look at another hard saying of Jesus in which He invites us to enter through the third door: Peacemaking.</p> <p>In the 1st century, the only two doors you could take in resolving relational conflict were fight or flight.</p><p>Fast forward to our cultural moment, the 21st century, and nothing has changed. What if there was a radical third door you could enter regarding relational conflict? Would you be willing to open that door and walk in? Join us Sunday as we look at another hard saying of Jesus in which He invites us to enter through the third door: Peacemaking.</p> In the 1st century, the only two doors you could take in resolving relational conflict were fight or flight.

Fast forward to our cultural moment, the 21st century, and nothing has changed. What if there was a radical third door you could enter regarding relational conflict? Would you be willing to open that door and walk in? Join us Sunday as we look at another hard saying of Jesus in which He invites us to enter through the third door: Peacemaking.

]]> Sun, 30 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2642 56 c4d1579f51afe6532db9edad37915ea1 no One Single-Minded Pursuit Brandon Wolters <p>“Not all who wander are lost.” Is that true? This Sunday, we will dive into a hard saying of Jesus that is easy to understand and simple to live out, yet we’ve complicated it. What’s the remedy? Join us as we unpack this saying together.</p> <p>“Not all who wander are lost.” Is that true? This Sunday, we will dive into a hard saying of Jesus that is easy to understand and simple to live out, yet we’ve complicated it. What’s the remedy? Join us as we unpack this saying together.</p> “Not all who wander are lost.” Is that true? This Sunday, we will dive into a hard saying of Jesus that is easy to understand and simple to live out, yet we’ve complicated it. What’s the remedy? Join us as we unpack this saying together.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2455 57 031a0fd8202296a7c257fd314c77063b no Follow Me Brett Posey <p>Peter, one of Jesus’s disciples was no stranger to the ministry of Jesus and the miracles He preformed, yet Peter continued to struggle being focused on His Teacher’s call to follow Him. So many times in our own lives, like Peter, we find ourselves wanting to be used by Christ. However, when Christ does call us to follow Him, we are quick to point out all the reasons we can’t, or worse, point out all the other people who don’t. Sunday we will explore another example of when Peter reminds us of the struggle to live out the simple but hard saying of Jesus “Follow Me”.</p> <p>Peter, one of Jesus’s disciples was no stranger to the ministry of Jesus and the miracles He preformed, yet Peter continued to struggle being focused on His Teacher’s call to follow Him. So many times in our own lives, like Peter, we find ourselves wanting to be used by Christ. However, when Christ does call us to follow Him, we are quick to point out all the reasons we can’t, or worse, point out all the other people who don’t. Sunday we will explore another example of when Peter reminds us of the struggle to live out the simple but hard saying of Jesus “Follow Me”.</p> Peter, one of Jesus’s disciples was no stranger to the ministry of Jesus and the miracles He preformed, yet Peter continued to struggle being focused on His Teacher’s call to follow Him. So many times in our own lives, like Peter, we find ourselves wanting to be used by Christ. However, when Christ does call us to follow Him, we are quick to point out all the reasons we can’t, or worse, point out all the other people who don’t. Sunday we will explore another example of when Peter reminds us of the struggle to live out the simple but hard saying of Jesus “Follow Me”.

]]> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 714 58 0edd2a4d0b7272cd1ec251993911571c no The Price Is Right Jason Hess <p>Are you following Jesus because you think He will add value to your life, or because He is more valuable than anything in this life?</p> <p>Are you following Jesus because you think He will add value to your life, or because He is more valuable than anything in this life?</p> Are you following Jesus because you think He will add value to your life, or because He is more valuable than anything in this life?

]]> Sun, 09 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2975 59 36b5ebf56b659339fc99eeb707c904b3 no Forgiving From The Heart Richard Price <p>When someone truly harms us, socially, emotionally, physically, or financially, it can be very hard to forgive them, even when we perhaps know we should. But we are often confused about what forgiveness really means. Others insist that forgiveness is just a way to let perpetrators get away with the harm they have caused, just to harm us (or others) again. So why forgive? Doesn’t that make us even more vulnerable to harm and being taken advantage of?</p> <p>When someone truly harms us, socially, emotionally, physically, or financially, it can be very hard to forgive them, even when we perhaps know we should. But we are often confused about what forgiveness really means. Others insist that forgiveness is just a way to let perpetrators get away with the harm they have caused, just to harm us (or others) again. So why forgive? Doesn’t that make us even more vulnerable to harm and being taken advantage of?</p> When someone truly harms us, socially, emotionally, physically, or financially, it can be very hard to forgive them, even when we perhaps know we should. But we are often confused about what forgiveness really means. Others insist that forgiveness is just a way to let perpetrators get away with the harm they have caused, just to harm us (or others) again. So why forgive? Doesn’t that make us even more vulnerable to harm and being taken advantage of?

]]> Sun, 02 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2835 60 e719856019f0beae24d893f773aa7ab5 no What, Love them?! Richard Price <p>Many people like the idea of loving our neighbors. It sounds so. . . nice. It’s the decent thing to do, right? But loving our enemies, those who despise us, who look down on us, who want to take away our way of life, that can’t be right, right? What could Jesus be getting at, what practically could this mean? Matthew 5:27-30.</p> <p>Many people like the idea of loving our neighbors. It sounds so. . . nice. It’s the decent thing to do, right? But loving our enemies, those who despise us, who look down on us, who want to take away our way of life, that can’t be right, right? What could Jesus be getting at, what practically could this mean? Matthew 5:27-30.</p> Many people like the idea of loving our neighbors. It sounds so. . . nice. It’s the decent thing to do, right? But loving our enemies, those who despise us, who look down on us, who want to take away our way of life, that can’t be right, right? What could Jesus be getting at, what practically could this mean? Matthew 5:27-30.

]]> Sun, 25 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 3192 61 4cf36c13f46ea0f32c764e5b3f56bd50 no The Heart Of The Matter Jason Hess <p>Have you ever heard someone ask, “How far is too far?” What drives that question? And how does that question reveal a massive problem? We invite you to join us in this installment of “The Hard Sayings of Jesus” as our guest speaker, Jason Hess, helps us to see, “The Heart of the Matter,” from Matthew 5:27-30.</p> <p>Have you ever heard someone ask, “How far is too far?” What drives that question? And how does that question reveal a massive problem? We invite you to join us in this installment of “The Hard Sayings of Jesus” as our guest speaker, Jason Hess, helps us to see, “The Heart of the Matter,” from Matthew 5:27-30.</p> Have you ever heard someone ask, “How far is too far?” What drives that question? And how does that question reveal a massive problem? We invite you to join us in this installment of “The Hard Sayings of Jesus” as our guest speaker, Jason Hess, helps us to see, “The Heart of the Matter,” from Matthew 5:27-30.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2292 62 a06bc1b448356e0ac224156d1f805415 no The Cost Of Discipleship Jonathan Price <p>Jesus carried the cross to win you and me for Himself, and yet he commands us to "take up our cross and follow [Him].” What does that mean? Come and learn what Jesus says the cost of following Him is.</p> <p>Jesus carried the cross to win you and me for Himself, and yet he commands us to "take up our cross and follow [Him].” What does that mean? Come and learn what Jesus says the cost of following Him is.</p> Jesus carried the cross to win you and me for Himself, and yet he commands us to "take up our cross and follow [Him].” What does that mean? Come and learn what Jesus says the cost of following Him is.

]]> Sun, 11 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1849 63 c39680bede673fac3cf884cb227a4c46 no I Will Build My Church Brett Posey <p>As we continue to explore the hard sayings of Jesus, this week we will take a closer look at Matthew 16.  Peter declares Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of the living God, and at first glance appears to receive the keys to heaven for his right answer.  But with a deeper look, we recognize that all the disciples including Peter and even Judas, can’t comprehend the mission Jesus is calling them on.  How often do we relate to the disciples bold, yet misplaced, declarations of who Christ is, only to discover we are seeking our own agenda?</p> <p>As we continue to explore the hard sayings of Jesus, this week we will take a closer look at Matthew 16.  Peter declares Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of the living God, and at first glance appears to receive the keys to heaven for his right answer.  But with a deeper look, we recognize that all the disciples including Peter and even Judas, can’t comprehend the mission Jesus is calling them on.  How often do we relate to the disciples bold, yet misplaced, declarations of who Christ is, only to discover we are seeking our own agenda?</p> As we continue to explore the hard sayings of Jesus, this week we will take a closer look at Matthew 16.  Peter declares Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of the living God, and at first glance appears to receive the keys to heaven for his right answer.  But with a deeper look, we recognize that all the disciples including Peter and even Judas, can’t comprehend the mission Jesus is calling them on.  How often do we relate to the disciples bold, yet misplaced, declarations of who Christ is, only to discover we are seeking our own agenda?

]]> Sun, 04 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1944 64 1d52f87a1ce81b0b7dd923c4806c2885 no The Original Hard Saying of Jesus Jonathan Price <p>Jesus taught may things, but few were as strange as commanding us to eat his flesh and the drink his blood. What does all of this mean? Come and find out how and why Jesus offers us true nourishment in a world starved for meaning.</p><p><br></p> <p>Jesus taught may things, but few were as strange as commanding us to eat his flesh and the drink his blood. What does all of this mean? Come and find out how and why Jesus offers us true nourishment in a world starved for meaning.</p><p><br></p> Jesus taught may things, but few were as strange as commanding us to eat his flesh and the drink his blood. What does all of this mean? Come and find out how and why Jesus offers us true nourishment in a world starved for meaning.


]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1679 65 9b2a6e2cc6c300a9ef068cedce17e5ce no The Hard Sayings of Jesus Grace Is Always Better Levi Portillo <p>That's not fair! Surely you have either said that or heard someone else say that before! We want life to be fair, but God wants something better. Let’s be like Jesus, the owner of the vineyard, and be gracious to everyone we interact with so that they may be amazed at God’s grace in us and drawn to the creator and redeemer of mankind. </p> <p>That's not fair! Surely you have either said that or heard someone else say that before! We want life to be fair, but God wants something better. Let’s be like Jesus, the owner of the vineyard, and be gracious to everyone we interact with so that they may be amazed at God’s grace in us and drawn to the creator and redeemer of mankind. </p> That's not fair! Surely you have either said that or heard someone else say that before! We want life to be fair, but God wants something better. Let’s be like Jesus, the owner of the vineyard, and be gracious to everyone we interact with so that they may be amazed at God’s grace in us and drawn to the creator and redeemer of mankind. 

]]> Sun, 14 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2852 66 b2c3f4ba5c0c8dae13208651f32b2448 no The Parable of The Soils Levi Portillo <p>Do you want to know the secret to living a fruitful life? Do you wish to live a life that honors God and blesses the people around you? Join us as Jesus tells us how to live such a life. </p> <p>Do you want to know the secret to living a fruitful life? Do you wish to live a life that honors God and blesses the people around you? Join us as Jesus tells us how to live such a life. </p> Do you want to know the secret to living a fruitful life? Do you wish to live a life that honors God and blesses the people around you? Join us as Jesus tells us how to live such a life. 

]]> Sun, 07 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2399 67 b7200340486e532849f0e24628974fc4 no It's Good News If It's True News Mike Waldrop <p>This week we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus after his crucifixion. Why is the death of a Jewish rabbi worth celebrating and what makes it good news? Join us in considering the idea that we celebrate good news because it is true news. And it is news worth knowing.</p> <p>This week we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus after his crucifixion. Why is the death of a Jewish rabbi worth celebrating and what makes it good news? Join us in considering the idea that we celebrate good news because it is true news. And it is news worth knowing.</p> This week we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus after his crucifixion. Why is the death of a Jewish rabbi worth celebrating and what makes it good news? Join us in considering the idea that we celebrate good news because it is true news. And it is news worth knowing.

]]> Sun, 09 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1149 68 560ecc8e232ca76d7a0a445e822339a6 no King, Or Convenience? Mike Waldrop <p>On Palm Sunday we celebrate the royal entrance of Jesus to the city in which he will die. But were people welcoming a king, or a convenience? And how do you and I react to Jesus in our lives? Who was he and who did he claim to be the last week of his life? Join us and see who He is to you.</p> <p>On Palm Sunday we celebrate the royal entrance of Jesus to the city in which he will die. But were people welcoming a king, or a convenience? And how do you and I react to Jesus in our lives? Who was he and who did he claim to be the last week of his life? Join us and see who He is to you.</p> On Palm Sunday we celebrate the royal entrance of Jesus to the city in which he will die. But were people welcoming a king, or a convenience? And how do you and I react to Jesus in our lives? Who was he and who did he claim to be the last week of his life? Join us and see who He is to you.

]]> Sun, 02 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 3449 69 70b8b23ba7565e495ce45ec1fd62ea29 no An Accidental Plan <p>The world is in chaos and frequently people feel like everyone else has lost their minds. But is it truly chaos? Join us as we are reminded that God weaves great pictures out of random threads and shows us His awesome love for humanity.</p> <p>The world is in chaos and frequently people feel like everyone else has lost their minds. But is it truly chaos? Join us as we are reminded that God weaves great pictures out of random threads and shows us His awesome love for humanity.</p> The world is in chaos and frequently people feel like everyone else has lost their minds. But is it truly chaos? Join us as we are reminded that God weaves great pictures out of random threads and shows us His awesome love for humanity.

]]> Sun, 26 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2488 70 8b832029dd4a4f27a2234754853b4363 no From ruins to renewal Jonathan Slade Sun, 12 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3471 71 5cb99162fa1f073f040ad4a118f33743 no The Symphony of the Broken Jonathan Pena <p>Jonathan Pena</p><p>08/31/25</p> <p>Jonathan Pena</p><p>08/31/25</p> Jonathan Pena

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]]> Sun, 31 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2491 72 e4affa4515aa3eda137940c627f64870 no Chain Reaction Jonathan Pena <p>Chain Reaction</p> <p>Chain Reaction</p> Chain Reaction

]]> Sun, 24 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2551 73 c2849704e6a9f5a4986ea1e222c782f6 no What is the sovereign Spirit saying to this church? Kevin Paszalek <p>The Holy Spirit was given to the to accomplish His sovereign purpose. What difference does it make for you?</p> <p>The Holy Spirit was given to the to accomplish His sovereign purpose. What difference does it make for you?</p> The Holy Spirit was given to the to accomplish His sovereign purpose. What difference does it make for you?

]]> Sun, 27 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2833 74 2f8345e1292089f3e3f0341378ed9185 no Praying for Kerrville Mike Waldrop <p><br></p> <p><br></p>

]]> Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2383 75 acba28375921d2381e82c49875ae1a3e no What Is It All About? Brett Posey <p>Fathers Day 2025</p> <p>Fathers Day 2025</p> Fathers Day 2025

]]> Sun, 15 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1670 76 141b8d28b00441d554181b5e9b05c931 no Graduation Sunday 2025 Jonathan Pena, Mike Waldrop Sun, 18 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2605 77 9c060732e346207c13ecb8b33a6092e6 no Song in the Key of Life Jason Hess <p>Psalms 42-43</p><p>Jason Hess </p> <p>Psalms 42-43</p><p>Jason Hess </p> Psalms 42-43

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]]> Sun, 27 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3081 78 3c5c0bc0a035161de30f13a068f51a4a no What Now? Seeing the Kingdom. Brandon Wolters <p> For many of us, including our graduates, we are coming to a crossroads in life and the question lingering in our minds is, “What’s next?” The unknown can bring us anxiety; testing what it is we truly value and believe. Jesus calls us to seek and value the Kingdom things first. We invite you to join us this Sunday as we unpack what this looks like.</p> <p> For many of us, including our graduates, we are coming to a crossroads in life and the question lingering in our minds is, “What’s next?” The unknown can bring us anxiety; testing what it is we truly value and believe. Jesus calls us to seek and value the Kingdom things first. We invite you to join us this Sunday as we unpack what this looks like.</p>  For many of us, including our graduates, we are coming to a crossroads in life and the question lingering in our minds is, “What’s next?” The unknown can bring us anxiety; testing what it is we truly value and believe. Jesus calls us to seek and value the Kingdom things first. We invite you to join us this Sunday as we unpack what this looks like.

]]> Sun, 19 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2072 79 780b170a64f80e234fc7eed8b8370707 no Bad News, Good News Mike Waldrop <p>Every year during Easter Sunday service we repeat the words “He is Risen” “He is Risen Indeed”. But what if he wasn’t? What would it mean to our faith if the resurrection never happened? And what does it tell us about God that it did? Join us on Sunday as we celebrate the Resurrection and look at the “Bad News” if it didn’t happen, and the “Good News” because it did. </p> <p>Every year during Easter Sunday service we repeat the words “He is Risen” “He is Risen Indeed”. But what if he wasn’t? What would it mean to our faith if the resurrection never happened? And what does it tell us about God that it did? Join us on Sunday as we celebrate the Resurrection and look at the “Bad News” if it didn’t happen, and the “Good News” because it did. </p> Every year during Easter Sunday service we repeat the words “He is Risen” “He is Risen Indeed”. But what if he wasn’t? What would it mean to our faith if the resurrection never happened? And what does it tell us about God that it did? Join us on Sunday as we celebrate the Resurrection and look at the “Bad News” if it didn’t happen, and the “Good News” because it did. 

]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1146 80 4ffe8a29cf5630654b5798459c6aa453 no When Hope Comes Calling Mike Waldrop <p>If we’re totally honest with ourselves we may realize that there are times when our trust in Jesus seems to be all we hope for, and all we could ever hope for. There are times when we are assured of the grandeur of the eternity before us and the answer that gives us the ultimate good life. And yet, there are also times when it seems our faith is simply a burden to be carried. Join us this Palm Sunday as we consider the greatness of the one whose promises are true, and who carries our burden when we can’t.</p> <p>If we’re totally honest with ourselves we may realize that there are times when our trust in Jesus seems to be all we hope for, and all we could ever hope for. There are times when we are assured of the grandeur of the eternity before us and the answer that gives us the ultimate good life. And yet, there are also times when it seems our faith is simply a burden to be carried. Join us this Palm Sunday as we consider the greatness of the one whose promises are true, and who carries our burden when we can’t.</p> If we’re totally honest with ourselves we may realize that there are times when our trust in Jesus seems to be all we hope for, and all we could ever hope for. There are times when we are assured of the grandeur of the eternity before us and the answer that gives us the ultimate good life. And yet, there are also times when it seems our faith is simply a burden to be carried. Join us this Palm Sunday as we consider the greatness of the one whose promises are true, and who carries our burden when we can’t.

]]> Sun, 24 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2067 81 eda6aa6bda63fb38580708a4d7856977 no Love in Action Jamal Hashweh <p>Join us as Jamal Hashweh from Refuge Cities Network discusses "Love in Action".</p> <p>Join us as Jamal Hashweh from Refuge Cities Network discusses "Love in Action".</p> Join us as Jamal Hashweh from Refuge Cities Network discusses "Love in Action".

]]> Sun, 18 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2171 82 d1f61f733bd99ec9d1e2bcf6f08037ef no Church Planting - Around the World and Next Door <p>Join us as one of our missionaries, Peter Bauers, discusses the work of establishing churches among the least-reached around the world.</p> <p>Join us as one of our missionaries, Peter Bauers, discusses the work of establishing churches among the least-reached around the world.</p> Join us as one of our missionaries, Peter Bauers, discusses the work of establishing churches among the least-reached around the world.

]]> Sun, 21 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2227 83 37080933f7becb1b3fac647411913e0a no If I were a car... Mike Waldrop <p>The approaching New Year always reminds us to take personal inventory of how we are doing. Our cars have warning lights that give us a heads up about pending problems and let us know how they are doing. You are invited to join us and answer the question, “If I were a car what warning lights might be showing?” Is my battery low, am I getting too hot about too little? Am I deflated and need to be refilled? Has my vision become blurred and my washer fluid exhausted? And we consider these questions knowing we have a great God who is driven by His love for us to give us what we need to do and be His people. </p> <p>The approaching New Year always reminds us to take personal inventory of how we are doing. Our cars have warning lights that give us a heads up about pending problems and let us know how they are doing. You are invited to join us and answer the question, “If I were a car what warning lights might be showing?” Is my battery low, am I getting too hot about too little? Am I deflated and need to be refilled? Has my vision become blurred and my washer fluid exhausted? And we consider these questions knowing we have a great God who is driven by His love for us to give us what we need to do and be His people. </p> The approaching New Year always reminds us to take personal inventory of how we are doing. Our cars have warning lights that give us a heads up about pending problems and let us know how they are doing. You are invited to join us and answer the question, “If I were a car what warning lights might be showing?” Is my battery low, am I getting too hot about too little? Am I deflated and need to be refilled? Has my vision become blurred and my washer fluid exhausted? And we consider these questions knowing we have a great God who is driven by His love for us to give us what we need to do and be His people. 

]]> Sun, 31 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1893 84 a8e9f015fe71264cf7150a6971f7e107 no The Spirit of Thanksgiving Mike Waldrop <p>It’s Thanksgiving and we’re all grateful for the holiday. But for those who follow Jesus, we are encouraged to be a grateful people whose lifestyles are characterized by giving thanks. Join us as we consider both the Scripture’s teaching, and the practical reasons for being a thankful people. </p> <p>It’s Thanksgiving and we’re all grateful for the holiday. But for those who follow Jesus, we are encouraged to be a grateful people whose lifestyles are characterized by giving thanks. Join us as we consider both the Scripture’s teaching, and the practical reasons for being a thankful people. </p> It’s Thanksgiving and we’re all grateful for the holiday. But for those who follow Jesus, we are encouraged to be a grateful people whose lifestyles are characterized by giving thanks. Join us as we consider both the Scripture’s teaching, and the practical reasons for being a thankful people. 

]]> Sun, 19 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2439 85 55fed33f597beab0337f794ef6b2cd1c no When Life Is Smoke Brandon Wolters Sun, 21 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2153 86 f66e916334e99fc3cb931c5c45b1fbf1 no Culture Shock Mike Waldrop <p>“Culture Shock” – the impact of moving from one culture to another that is new and unfamiliar. Over time culture shock is adjusted to as people learn their new surroundings, make new friends, and learn the customs and practices of their new environment. Join us as Jesus gives us the power and the instructions to invite others into a new culture, and as we learn together to live celebrating the culture of His kingdom.</p> <p>“Culture Shock” – the impact of moving from one culture to another that is new and unfamiliar. Over time culture shock is adjusted to as people learn their new surroundings, make new friends, and learn the customs and practices of their new environment. Join us as Jesus gives us the power and the instructions to invite others into a new culture, and as we learn together to live celebrating the culture of His kingdom.</p> “Culture Shock” – the impact of moving from one culture to another that is new and unfamiliar. Over time culture shock is adjusted to as people learn their new surroundings, make new friends, and learn the customs and practices of their new environment. Join us as Jesus gives us the power and the instructions to invite others into a new culture, and as we learn together to live celebrating the culture of His kingdom.

]]> Sun, 30 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2269 87 3b55594b568c52253bbbe5eac92c5721 no What Comes Next <p>Have you ever taken children to an amusement park? No matter what rides you ride or snacks you eat they constantly want to know “What comes next?” As we consider Jesus’ words to His followers after Easter, they too wanted to know “what comes next?” But what comes next is grounded in what came before. But like the early followers, sometimes blinders keep us from seeing. Come improve your sight with us.</p> <p>Have you ever taken children to an amusement park? No matter what rides you ride or snacks you eat they constantly want to know “What comes next?” As we consider Jesus’ words to His followers after Easter, they too wanted to know “what comes next?” But what comes next is grounded in what came before. But like the early followers, sometimes blinders keep us from seeing. Come improve your sight with us.</p> Have you ever taken children to an amusement park? No matter what rides you ride or snacks you eat they constantly want to know “What comes next?” As we consider Jesus’ words to His followers after Easter, they too wanted to know “what comes next?” But what comes next is grounded in what came before. But like the early followers, sometimes blinders keep us from seeing. Come improve your sight with us.

]]> Sun, 23 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2415 88 15d5d585d8833cce40beba63114dbf17 no That's A Trip Mike Waldrop <p>When the holiday is over and everyone is back in their routines, do you feel more let down or more relieved? Does your focus return to the ups and downs and circumstances of life you were facing before the holiday? Or are you refreshed and more aware of the presence of the Lord in the routines of life? Join us Sunday as we look at the continued presence, patience and pointed challenges from Jesus as life goes on.</p> <p>When the holiday is over and everyone is back in their routines, do you feel more let down or more relieved? Does your focus return to the ups and downs and circumstances of life you were facing before the holiday? Or are you refreshed and more aware of the presence of the Lord in the routines of life? Join us Sunday as we look at the continued presence, patience and pointed challenges from Jesus as life goes on.</p> When the holiday is over and everyone is back in their routines, do you feel more let down or more relieved? Does your focus return to the ups and downs and circumstances of life you were facing before the holiday? Or are you refreshed and more aware of the presence of the Lord in the routines of life? Join us Sunday as we look at the continued presence, patience and pointed challenges from Jesus as life goes on.

]]> Sun, 16 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2408 89 1905736490ab5a1f03f6faf050593d1a no He Is Risen!!! Mike Waldrop <p>You are invited to join us for a special celebration of the Resurrection. We will be meeting at 9:00 AM outside under a tent in the back parking lot. If you have outdoor equipment like pop-up tents and lawn chairs, please bring them and set up at 8:30 AM. A light breakfast will be available and an egg hunt and explanation of the Resurrection for the little ones will follow the service. <br><br>Bring your friends and family and join us as we gather for a special family day of celebrating.</p> <p>You are invited to join us for a special celebration of the Resurrection. We will be meeting at 9:00 AM outside under a tent in the back parking lot. If you have outdoor equipment like pop-up tents and lawn chairs, please bring them and set up at 8:30 AM. A light breakfast will be available and an egg hunt and explanation of the Resurrection for the little ones will follow the service. <br><br>Bring your friends and family and join us as we gather for a special family day of celebrating.</p> You are invited to join us for a special celebration of the Resurrection. We will be meeting at 9:00 AM outside under a tent in the back parking lot. If you have outdoor equipment like pop-up tents and lawn chairs, please bring them and set up at 8:30 AM. A light breakfast will be available and an egg hunt and explanation of the Resurrection for the little ones will follow the service.

Bring your friends and family and join us as we gather for a special family day of celebrating.

]]> Sun, 04 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 3698 90 a2712d3bd93ae458f956de67f36de68e no Signs Mike Waldrop <p>There are dark passages of doom and foreboding in the stories of Elijah and John the Baptist. They are the kinds of judgement statements that make us uncomfortable and we would prefer to skip over. But they are important to consider in our spiritual journey. Come join us and find out why!</p> <p>There are dark passages of doom and foreboding in the stories of Elijah and John the Baptist. They are the kinds of judgement statements that make us uncomfortable and we would prefer to skip over. But they are important to consider in our spiritual journey. Come join us and find out why!</p> There are dark passages of doom and foreboding in the stories of Elijah and John the Baptist. They are the kinds of judgement statements that make us uncomfortable and we would prefer to skip over. But they are important to consider in our spiritual journey. Come join us and find out why!

]]> Sun, 19 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2971 91 52a0e8513d0ead18c93261b2fff72791 no The Chariot Of Fire Mike Waldrop <p>Are the things we are investing our lives in worth doing? If they are, are they worth passing along for others to do, too? Join us as we consider the value of passing on to others what God has given us to do. </p> <p>Are the things we are investing our lives in worth doing? If they are, are they worth passing along for others to do, too? Join us as we consider the value of passing on to others what God has given us to do. </p> Are the things we are investing our lives in worth doing? If they are, are they worth passing along for others to do, too? Join us as we consider the value of passing on to others what God has given us to do. 

]]> Sun, 12 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2133 92 0dd9f736470362311dbac44c73c5ccbd no Old School Mike Waldrop <p>What directs our responses to life issues and cultural dilemmas? Are we more dependent on and accepting of culturally accepted sources of information than we are of God’s old-fashioned Word? Are we encouraged by the guidance on life and culture God has given us and do we respond accordingly?</p> <p>What directs our responses to life issues and cultural dilemmas? Are we more dependent on and accepting of culturally accepted sources of information than we are of God’s old-fashioned Word? Are we encouraged by the guidance on life and culture God has given us and do we respond accordingly?</p> What directs our responses to life issues and cultural dilemmas? Are we more dependent on and accepting of culturally accepted sources of information than we are of God’s old-fashioned Word? Are we encouraged by the guidance on life and culture God has given us and do we respond accordingly?

]]> Sun, 05 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2151 93 ce7a91fbc0c6572735ba74230874540d no The Usual Suspects Mike Waldrop <p>For what misdeeds would your friends and family identify you as “the usual suspect?” And if you are the guilty one, what consequence for those misdeeds might you expect? And if, guilty though you might be, forgiveness is chosen; how does that strengthen your love and appreciation for the one who chose to love you rather than punish?</p> <p>For what misdeeds would your friends and family identify you as “the usual suspect?” And if you are the guilty one, what consequence for those misdeeds might you expect? And if, guilty though you might be, forgiveness is chosen; how does that strengthen your love and appreciation for the one who chose to love you rather than punish?</p> For what misdeeds would your friends and family identify you as “the usual suspect?” And if you are the guilty one, what consequence for those misdeeds might you expect? And if, guilty though you might be, forgiveness is chosen; how does that strengthen your love and appreciation for the one who chose to love you rather than punish?

]]> Sun, 26 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2493 94 a50bb93ccb5304e401cb88ba1eac6aff no Up Mike Waldrop <p>When life is tough to the point our thoughts are something like, “I’m done, I want out!”, how does God respond? Are we in trouble? Have we flunked out of Christianity? Or are we cared for in ways that restore and renew? Join us as we consider Elijah’s falling apart and what it tells us about God’s care. </p> <p>When life is tough to the point our thoughts are something like, “I’m done, I want out!”, how does God respond? Are we in trouble? Have we flunked out of Christianity? Or are we cared for in ways that restore and renew? Join us as we consider Elijah’s falling apart and what it tells us about God’s care. </p> When life is tough to the point our thoughts are something like, “I’m done, I want out!”, how does God respond? Are we in trouble? Have we flunked out of Christianity? Or are we cared for in ways that restore and renew? Join us as we consider Elijah’s falling apart and what it tells us about God’s care. 

]]> Sun, 19 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 648 95 da5d6bef2a4feb453b0b4bd4fea608a4 no Rainman Mike Waldrop <p>Are ordinary people still used by God to do extraordinary things? The Bible says that Elijah, the one who did some wild miracles, was a man just like us whose prayers changed the weather. Maybe God has extraordinary things for each of us to do just like He did for Elijah. Come explore the possibilities with us.</p> <p>Are ordinary people still used by God to do extraordinary things? The Bible says that Elijah, the one who did some wild miracles, was a man just like us whose prayers changed the weather. Maybe God has extraordinary things for each of us to do just like He did for Elijah. Come explore the possibilities with us.</p> Are ordinary people still used by God to do extraordinary things? The Bible says that Elijah, the one who did some wild miracles, was a man just like us whose prayers changed the weather. Maybe God has extraordinary things for each of us to do just like He did for Elijah. Come explore the possibilities with us.

]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2536 96 fe0cbfc00bccaaa5085a42c40e9f0604 no The Longest Yard Mike Waldrop <p>The longest yard is the last bit of overwhelming opposition that keeps you from your goal. Elijah walked the longest yard in the face of a noisy and frenzied opposition and through Elijah, God showed grace and power to His people. When life gets crazy and we lose sight of what is worthy of our trust and loyalty, God calls us back to Himself with grace. Join us as we consider this call.</p> <p>The longest yard is the last bit of overwhelming opposition that keeps you from your goal. Elijah walked the longest yard in the face of a noisy and frenzied opposition and through Elijah, God showed grace and power to His people. When life gets crazy and we lose sight of what is worthy of our trust and loyalty, God calls us back to Himself with grace. Join us as we consider this call.</p> The longest yard is the last bit of overwhelming opposition that keeps you from your goal. Elijah walked the longest yard in the face of a noisy and frenzied opposition and through Elijah, God showed grace and power to His people. When life gets crazy and we lose sight of what is worthy of our trust and loyalty, God calls us back to Himself with grace. Join us as we consider this call.

]]> Sun, 05 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2201 97 729c740a25d878bef96f1b5645710b54 no The Shadow Lead Verse: Psalm 91:2 I will say to the LORD, “My refuge and my fortress, My God, in whom I trust!” Mike Waldrop <p>In the face of loss and grief we sometimes want to question God, and sometimes we’ve been made to feel guilty by our emotional responses. But the Bible doesn’t condemn our responses or our questions. The Bible also doesn’t promise we’ll get all the answers we want, or even answers that will make our loss seem less terrible. But the Bible does promise us that our God is the God that makes what seems impossible to us become possible. You are invited to worship with us as we look at faith and loss. </p> <p>In the face of loss and grief we sometimes want to question God, and sometimes we’ve been made to feel guilty by our emotional responses. But the Bible doesn’t condemn our responses or our questions. The Bible also doesn’t promise we’ll get all the answers we want, or even answers that will make our loss seem less terrible. But the Bible does promise us that our God is the God that makes what seems impossible to us become possible. You are invited to worship with us as we look at faith and loss. </p> In the face of loss and grief we sometimes want to question God, and sometimes we’ve been made to feel guilty by our emotional responses. But the Bible doesn’t condemn our responses or our questions. The Bible also doesn’t promise we’ll get all the answers we want, or even answers that will make our loss seem less terrible. But the Bible does promise us that our God is the God that makes what seems impossible to us become possible. You are invited to worship with us as we look at faith and loss. 

]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2317 98 ed45ead30b8650a54f71757664fd81f9 no A League Of Their Own Lead Verse: 1 Kings 17:16 “The jar of flour was never empty and the jug of oil never ran out, in kee Mike Waldrop <p>A recent Barna study indicated that the majority of church people in the United States do not see life through Biblical filters. But sometimes in life we encounter people who seem to live in a League of Their Own. They view and see life differently. The story of Elijah is the story of a man who saw life differently, and who experienced amazing things as a result. Want to see a different perspective? Want to see God’s amazing things? Join us as we consider the invitation of Elijah to be prepared by God for a life that is not out of our league.</p> <p>A recent Barna study indicated that the majority of church people in the United States do not see life through Biblical filters. But sometimes in life we encounter people who seem to live in a League of Their Own. They view and see life differently. The story of Elijah is the story of a man who saw life differently, and who experienced amazing things as a result. Want to see a different perspective? Want to see God’s amazing things? Join us as we consider the invitation of Elijah to be prepared by God for a life that is not out of our league.</p> A recent Barna study indicated that the majority of church people in the United States do not see life through Biblical filters. But sometimes in life we encounter people who seem to live in a League of Their Own. They view and see life differently. The story of Elijah is the story of a man who saw life differently, and who experienced amazing things as a result. Want to see a different perspective? Want to see God’s amazing things? Join us as we consider the invitation of Elijah to be prepared by God for a life that is not out of our league.

]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2190 99 600ad83c2b0a7261ccf09b8409802509 no Chariots Of Fire: The Beginning Mike Waldrop <p>“Almost everyone wants to be a hero to someone. And some want to be a hero to everyone. The Bible is full of stories of willing and unwilling heroes. They were men and women who did the right thing at the right time for the right reasons. Join us as we explore how God makes a hero this Sunday, and walk with us in becoming heroic.”</p> <p>“Almost everyone wants to be a hero to someone. And some want to be a hero to everyone. The Bible is full of stories of willing and unwilling heroes. They were men and women who did the right thing at the right time for the right reasons. Join us as we explore how God makes a hero this Sunday, and walk with us in becoming heroic.”</p> “Almost everyone wants to be a hero to someone. And some want to be a hero to everyone. The Bible is full of stories of willing and unwilling heroes. They were men and women who did the right thing at the right time for the right reasons. Join us as we explore how God makes a hero this Sunday, and walk with us in becoming heroic.”

]]> Sun, 15 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1297 100 8571a55a20319d3f4191b5ba01b579d9 no Christmas Day 2022 Mike Waldrop Sun, 25 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1084 101 8e03271be952ced114e8eeb31d25c288 no Advent - Love Passage: Matthew 22:37-40; Mark 12:30-31; 1 John 4:7-10, 19 Lead Verse: 1 John 4:9 “By this the love Mike Waldrop Sun, 18 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2686 102 9361456708b6d093e1425437154c07ae no Advent - Joy Lead Verse: Hebrews 12:2 …”2 keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith Mike Waldrop <p>Many of our Christmas songs and carols express the idea of joy. Yet this season is a time when many people are lonely, stressed, and dreading the holiday without loved ones or for a million other reasons. So, what does it even mean to have joy? And what does a life of joy look like? And if I’m struggling and lost in the darkness of my situation, does that mean there is no joy? You’re invited to join us as we explore “Joy” and what it means in real life this Sunday.</p> <p>Many of our Christmas songs and carols express the idea of joy. Yet this season is a time when many people are lonely, stressed, and dreading the holiday without loved ones or for a million other reasons. So, what does it even mean to have joy? And what does a life of joy look like? And if I’m struggling and lost in the darkness of my situation, does that mean there is no joy? You’re invited to join us as we explore “Joy” and what it means in real life this Sunday.</p> Many of our Christmas songs and carols express the idea of joy. Yet this season is a time when many people are lonely, stressed, and dreading the holiday without loved ones or for a million other reasons. So, what does it even mean to have joy? And what does a life of joy look like? And if I’m struggling and lost in the darkness of my situation, does that mean there is no joy? You’re invited to join us as we explore “Joy” and what it means in real life this Sunday.

]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2161 103 e45abf87676aa643d579b1879a9ac541 no Advent - Peace Mike Waldrop <p>During the Christmas season we inevitably read from Luke the song of the angels, “Peace on earth, good will to men.” And despite reading that and celebrating Jesus as the living Prince of Peace, we seem to live in conflict and tensions without personally feeling “at peace.” Join us for the second Sunday of Advent as we light the candle of peace. Consider with us what it means to both live at peace with our God, and in the experience of His peace today.</p> <p>During the Christmas season we inevitably read from Luke the song of the angels, “Peace on earth, good will to men.” And despite reading that and celebrating Jesus as the living Prince of Peace, we seem to live in conflict and tensions without personally feeling “at peace.” Join us for the second Sunday of Advent as we light the candle of peace. Consider with us what it means to both live at peace with our God, and in the experience of His peace today.</p> During the Christmas season we inevitably read from Luke the song of the angels, “Peace on earth, good will to men.” And despite reading that and celebrating Jesus as the living Prince of Peace, we seem to live in conflict and tensions without personally feeling “at peace.” Join us for the second Sunday of Advent as we light the candle of peace. Consider with us what it means to both live at peace with our God, and in the experience of His peace today.

]]> Sun, 04 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2066 104 914b7ef90ea30388f8d3df21a822d303 no Advent - Hope Mike Waldrop <p>Hope. Sometimes it seems we life in a world or in a season of life in which there is not much hope. And if our hope is in our circumstances or our status improving there might not be reason for a valid hope. But Christmas is the celebration of God fulfilling hope in the gift of Israel’s Messiah. And the arrival of a newborn Jesus, followed by his life, death and resurrection give us hope. Join us Sunday as we look forward to hope that is in Christmas.</p> <p>Hope. Sometimes it seems we life in a world or in a season of life in which there is not much hope. And if our hope is in our circumstances or our status improving there might not be reason for a valid hope. But Christmas is the celebration of God fulfilling hope in the gift of Israel’s Messiah. And the arrival of a newborn Jesus, followed by his life, death and resurrection give us hope. Join us Sunday as we look forward to hope that is in Christmas.</p> Hope. Sometimes it seems we life in a world or in a season of life in which there is not much hope. And if our hope is in our circumstances or our status improving there might not be reason for a valid hope. But Christmas is the celebration of God fulfilling hope in the gift of Israel’s Messiah. And the arrival of a newborn Jesus, followed by his life, death and resurrection give us hope. Join us Sunday as we look forward to hope that is in Christmas.

]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2798 105 b27ff478f7eca85474fc59ec6f858dc8 no As We Have Been Told Mike Waldrop <p>Many of us were raised hearing the Christmas story from the Bible every year. You know, shepherds, camels, wise men, Mary and Joseph and no room at the inn. In fact, we’ve heard it so many times we become numb and overlook some of the cooler things about the story. For many of us, the shepherds have become props that simply facilitate angels singing and men recognizing the baby Jesus. Yet, the shepherds played a key role in the story and are great examples of God’s love for people of all classes. What kind of shepherd would you be in the same situation? Join us and find out.</p> <p>Many of us were raised hearing the Christmas story from the Bible every year. You know, shepherds, camels, wise men, Mary and Joseph and no room at the inn. In fact, we’ve heard it so many times we become numb and overlook some of the cooler things about the story. For many of us, the shepherds have become props that simply facilitate angels singing and men recognizing the baby Jesus. Yet, the shepherds played a key role in the story and are great examples of God’s love for people of all classes. What kind of shepherd would you be in the same situation? Join us and find out.</p> Many of us were raised hearing the Christmas story from the Bible every year. You know, shepherds, camels, wise men, Mary and Joseph and no room at the inn. In fact, we’ve heard it so many times we become numb and overlook some of the cooler things about the story. For many of us, the shepherds have become props that simply facilitate angels singing and men recognizing the baby Jesus. Yet, the shepherds played a key role in the story and are great examples of God’s love for people of all classes. What kind of shepherd would you be in the same situation? Join us and find out.

]]> Sun, 26 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1800 106 5a383832bc554ca4515358b27c400991 no JOY found in the PAUSE Brett Posey <p>As we enter the final days before Christmas, we will begin to celebrate the birth of Christ, the moment that Jesus entered the world. In the first Advent, there was a promise and a fulfillment that gives us assurance the second Advent will occur too. However, all too often we allow circumstances around us to clutter our point of view and steal our JOY, only replacing it with idols to fix what we think is broken. But when we pause, and choose to anticipate what the truth of Scripture is, we will not become discouraged from disappointment of our expectations, and our Joy will reflect an inner peace of God’s presence among us.</p> <p>As we enter the final days before Christmas, we will begin to celebrate the birth of Christ, the moment that Jesus entered the world. In the first Advent, there was a promise and a fulfillment that gives us assurance the second Advent will occur too. However, all too often we allow circumstances around us to clutter our point of view and steal our JOY, only replacing it with idols to fix what we think is broken. But when we pause, and choose to anticipate what the truth of Scripture is, we will not become discouraged from disappointment of our expectations, and our Joy will reflect an inner peace of God’s presence among us.</p> As we enter the final days before Christmas, we will begin to celebrate the birth of Christ, the moment that Jesus entered the world. In the first Advent, there was a promise and a fulfillment that gives us assurance the second Advent will occur too. However, all too often we allow circumstances around us to clutter our point of view and steal our JOY, only replacing it with idols to fix what we think is broken. But when we pause, and choose to anticipate what the truth of Scripture is, we will not become discouraged from disappointment of our expectations, and our Joy will reflect an inner peace of God’s presence among us.

]]> Sun, 19 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000 2496 107 8dacd4f1aac531174c16175ef5a89c07 no End of Exile, Path of Peace <p>Israel waited decades for the end of exile and the return from Babylon. But even after they returned from Babylon, the Israelites came to believe that they remained in exile even though they were in their own land. The Gospel of Luke records the Song of Zechariah in which he promises the fulfillment of the return from exile, as well as a path to peace.</p> <p>Israel waited decades for the end of exile and the return from Babylon. But even after they returned from Babylon, the Israelites came to believe that they remained in exile even though they were in their own land. The Gospel of Luke records the Song of Zechariah in which he promises the fulfillment of the return from exile, as well as a path to peace.</p> Israel waited decades for the end of exile and the return from Babylon. But even after they returned from Babylon, the Israelites came to believe that they remained in exile even though they were in their own land. The Gospel of Luke records the Song of Zechariah in which he promises the fulfillment of the return from exile, as well as a path to peace.

]]> 2469 108 1d809eac5df65f262a9b40b01d36d3ff no Promises Fulfilled Promised Restoration Brandon Wolters Sun, 05 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1987 109 946443fe26f909906fc477727c978cf5 no The Comfort of Christmas Mike Waldrop <p>Between the current events of our world, and the demands of the Christmas season it sometimes seems that everyone wants our attention and support. Friends, family and co-workers all want you on their side of whatever cause or issue is in the news. Charities and good causes want your financial support and your volunteer hours. And it can become easy for us to be consumed by all these causes and concerns. But the Old Testament tells us that the prophets promised comfort to God’s people and called God’s people to one consuming cause. Join us as we look at the comfort of Christmas and the cause that is greater than all others.</p> <p>Between the current events of our world, and the demands of the Christmas season it sometimes seems that everyone wants our attention and support. Friends, family and co-workers all want you on their side of whatever cause or issue is in the news. Charities and good causes want your financial support and your volunteer hours. And it can become easy for us to be consumed by all these causes and concerns. But the Old Testament tells us that the prophets promised comfort to God’s people and called God’s people to one consuming cause. Join us as we look at the comfort of Christmas and the cause that is greater than all others.</p> Between the current events of our world, and the demands of the Christmas season it sometimes seems that everyone wants our attention and support. Friends, family and co-workers all want you on their side of whatever cause or issue is in the news. Charities and good causes want your financial support and your volunteer hours. And it can become easy for us to be consumed by all these causes and concerns. But the Old Testament tells us that the prophets promised comfort to God’s people and called God’s people to one consuming cause. Join us as we look at the comfort of Christmas and the cause that is greater than all others.

]]> Sun, 28 Nov 2021 10:00:00 +0000 2470 110 5abc72aee24fb50176616b51c99b5f9a no The Language of Grace Mike Waldrop <p>Harvard Medical School Research suggests that “being grateful is actually good for people. Gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what we receive. With gratitude, people acknowledge the goodness in their lives and usually recognize that the source of that goodness lies outside themselves”. Scripture suggests that giving thanks is an appropriate response to God’s goodness extended towards us and should be such a normal response to our living in God’s grace that thankfulness becomes a characteristic of who we are. Join us as we look at the practice of thanksgiving and work to intentionally become a people speaking a language of grace</p> <p>Harvard Medical School Research suggests that “being grateful is actually good for people. Gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what we receive. With gratitude, people acknowledge the goodness in their lives and usually recognize that the source of that goodness lies outside themselves”. Scripture suggests that giving thanks is an appropriate response to God’s goodness extended towards us and should be such a normal response to our living in God’s grace that thankfulness becomes a characteristic of who we are. Join us as we look at the practice of thanksgiving and work to intentionally become a people speaking a language of grace</p> Harvard Medical School Research suggests that “being grateful is actually good for people. Gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what we receive. With gratitude, people acknowledge the goodness in their lives and usually recognize that the source of that goodness lies outside themselves”. Scripture suggests that giving thanks is an appropriate response to God’s goodness extended towards us and should be such a normal response to our living in God’s grace that thankfulness becomes a characteristic of who we are. Join us as we look at the practice of thanksgiving and work to intentionally become a people speaking a language of grace

]]> Sun, 20 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2462 111 a8051c9d272f57fa3c3a556364fd911b no The Practice of Generosity Mike Waldrop <p>One way to guarantee making people uncomfortable in church is to talk about money. Yet money is a part of our everyday lives. Scripture encourages us in how we use money as a way of becoming the kind of people God would have us become. And, the use of our money can be an expression of the things God has already done for us. Join us as we consider the practice of generosity as a regular part of our spiritual lives. </p> <p>One way to guarantee making people uncomfortable in church is to talk about money. Yet money is a part of our everyday lives. Scripture encourages us in how we use money as a way of becoming the kind of people God would have us become. And, the use of our money can be an expression of the things God has already done for us. Join us as we consider the practice of generosity as a regular part of our spiritual lives. </p> One way to guarantee making people uncomfortable in church is to talk about money. Yet money is a part of our everyday lives. Scripture encourages us in how we use money as a way of becoming the kind of people God would have us become. And, the use of our money can be an expression of the things God has already done for us. Join us as we consider the practice of generosity as a regular part of our spiritual lives. 

]]> Sun, 13 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2117 112 51ce0fe4fc65a57ab0dc0778e1cd3b3f no Avoidance Is Not A Strategy Mike Waldrop <p>Many years ago one of my children spilled his red soft drink all over the inside of a brand new car. And he did it after I asked all the kids to promise that there would be no playing with their drink in the car. I promised him appropriate punishment and penalties. By the time we got home I forgot about the promised punishment, but he didn’t. He came to me and asked for the punishment because, in his words, he deserved it and had intentionally violated his father’s word. He needed the forgiveness and the release that came after confession. Scripture tells us that all Christians have the same relationship and same need with God the Father. Confession is a spiritual life practice that helps us keep a healthy fellowship with our God and each other. Come join us on Sunday and find out why “Avoidance is Not A Strategy”.</p> <p>Many years ago one of my children spilled his red soft drink all over the inside of a brand new car. And he did it after I asked all the kids to promise that there would be no playing with their drink in the car. I promised him appropriate punishment and penalties. By the time we got home I forgot about the promised punishment, but he didn’t. He came to me and asked for the punishment because, in his words, he deserved it and had intentionally violated his father’s word. He needed the forgiveness and the release that came after confession. Scripture tells us that all Christians have the same relationship and same need with God the Father. Confession is a spiritual life practice that helps us keep a healthy fellowship with our God and each other. Come join us on Sunday and find out why “Avoidance is Not A Strategy”.</p> Many years ago one of my children spilled his red soft drink all over the inside of a brand new car. And he did it after I asked all the kids to promise that there would be no playing with their drink in the car. I promised him appropriate punishment and penalties. By the time we got home I forgot about the promised punishment, but he didn’t. He came to me and asked for the punishment because, in his words, he deserved it and had intentionally violated his father’s word. He needed the forgiveness and the release that came after confession. Scripture tells us that all Christians have the same relationship and same need with God the Father. Confession is a spiritual life practice that helps us keep a healthy fellowship with our God and each other. Come join us on Sunday and find out why “Avoidance is Not A Strategy”.

]]> Sun, 09 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2182 113 6ef2423b8bbf94a254f5759518779af1 no The Sign Of The Towel Lead Verse: John 13:14-15 14 If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you too ought Mike Waldrop <p>In a world that promotes self-centered self-indulgence, it’s rare to find those who genuinely care about other people and serve them willingly. Whether politicians or pastors, there seems to be expectations that service brings rewards, accolades, gratitude and prosperity. Yet Jesus was the counter to that culture. And He invites us to learn to lead and serve as He did, caring deeply for others and living love in their behalf. Join us as we consider the Spiritual Life Discipline of service, and what it looks like in today’s world.</p> <p>In a world that promotes self-centered self-indulgence, it’s rare to find those who genuinely care about other people and serve them willingly. Whether politicians or pastors, there seems to be expectations that service brings rewards, accolades, gratitude and prosperity. Yet Jesus was the counter to that culture. And He invites us to learn to lead and serve as He did, caring deeply for others and living love in their behalf. Join us as we consider the Spiritual Life Discipline of service, and what it looks like in today’s world.</p> In a world that promotes self-centered self-indulgence, it’s rare to find those who genuinely care about other people and serve them willingly. Whether politicians or pastors, there seems to be expectations that service brings rewards, accolades, gratitude and prosperity. Yet Jesus was the counter to that culture. And He invites us to learn to lead and serve as He did, caring deeply for others and living love in their behalf. Join us as we consider the Spiritual Life Discipline of service, and what it looks like in today’s world.

]]> Sun, 02 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2218 114 25cd15470793ca0bb2afe8586e4dcff7 no Party On... Acts 2:28 “You have made known to me the paths of life; you will make me full of joy with your prese Mike Waldrop <p>The Bible describes the Christian life as an excellent adventure. Over and over again there are themes of celebration and joy from the Old Testament all the way through the New Testament. Yet often we forget what and how to celebrate and joy is replaced with endurance. Or, we tell ourselves we will be happy and celebrate when some future date or event happens. Join us this morning as we consider the pursuit of celebration and joy as a normal part of Christian life and together, let’s party on.</p> <p>The Bible describes the Christian life as an excellent adventure. Over and over again there are themes of celebration and joy from the Old Testament all the way through the New Testament. Yet often we forget what and how to celebrate and joy is replaced with endurance. Or, we tell ourselves we will be happy and celebrate when some future date or event happens. Join us this morning as we consider the pursuit of celebration and joy as a normal part of Christian life and together, let’s party on.</p> The Bible describes the Christian life as an excellent adventure. Over and over again there are themes of celebration and joy from the Old Testament all the way through the New Testament. Yet often we forget what and how to celebrate and joy is replaced with endurance. Or, we tell ourselves we will be happy and celebrate when some future date or event happens. Join us this morning as we consider the pursuit of celebration and joy as a normal part of Christian life and together, let’s party on.

]]> Sun, 25 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2312 115 5194ea9dfb8410e3bbf56f19578feec1 no Slow Your Roll John 17:4 - "I glorified you on earth by completing the work you gave me to do." Mike Waldrop <p>All of us want to be valued and feel we are making a difference. But sometimes we allow the demands of urgent things to be the barometer of our value. If we are important, then lots of people and lots of things need our attention. No matter how busy, rushed or stress it makes us, we must hurry to take care of each one. Yet Jesus, the most important person of all time never hurried or rushed. Maybe there is a better way to find our value and to arrange our schedules as we follow Him. Join us as we explore and consider ways to “Slow Your Roll.”</p> <p>All of us want to be valued and feel we are making a difference. But sometimes we allow the demands of urgent things to be the barometer of our value. If we are important, then lots of people and lots of things need our attention. No matter how busy, rushed or stress it makes us, we must hurry to take care of each one. Yet Jesus, the most important person of all time never hurried or rushed. Maybe there is a better way to find our value and to arrange our schedules as we follow Him. Join us as we explore and consider ways to “Slow Your Roll.”</p> All of us want to be valued and feel we are making a difference. But sometimes we allow the demands of urgent things to be the barometer of our value. If we are important, then lots of people and lots of things need our attention. No matter how busy, rushed or stress it makes us, we must hurry to take care of each one. Yet Jesus, the most important person of all time never hurried or rushed. Maybe there is a better way to find our value and to arrange our schedules as we follow Him. Join us as we explore and consider ways to “Slow Your Roll.”

]]> Sun, 18 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2057 116 9cce18740a18837bdd9d42053ce04720 no The Ultimate Social Media Mike Waldrop <p>Whenever the topic of reading the Bible comes up some common responses are "It's to hard to understand", "it's boring", "it has to many contradictions." And there are parts of the Bible that are hard, boring, or appear irrelevant to life today. But since the Bible is God's ultimate social media message to us, join us as we look at ways to read the Bible that encourage, inspire, challenge, and teach us. God's text messages are worth the reading, let's explore them together.</p> <p>Whenever the topic of reading the Bible comes up some common responses are "It's to hard to understand", "it's boring", "it has to many contradictions." And there are parts of the Bible that are hard, boring, or appear irrelevant to life today. But since the Bible is God's ultimate social media message to us, join us as we look at ways to read the Bible that encourage, inspire, challenge, and teach us. God's text messages are worth the reading, let's explore them together.</p> Whenever the topic of reading the Bible comes up some common responses are "It's to hard to understand", "it's boring", "it has to many contradictions." And there are parts of the Bible that are hard, boring, or appear irrelevant to life today. But since the Bible is God's ultimate social media message to us, join us as we look at ways to read the Bible that encourage, inspire, challenge, and teach us. God's text messages are worth the reading, let's explore them together.

]]> Sun, 04 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2580 117 359b710145368607f3b31ecfe5d1f3d9 no Umbrellas And Guilt Lead Verse: Philippians 4:6,7 - 6 Do not be anxious about anything. Instead, in every situation, thr Mike Waldrop <p>Social Media: It’s so easy to tell someone that “I’ll pray for you” or “sending prayers your way” while in reality feeling guilty on several levels. Does praying for them really make a difference? Did I really pray for them? Do I even know how or what to pray? Join us this week as we consider the practice of prayer and the impact of Umbrellas and Guilt.</p> <p>Social Media: It’s so easy to tell someone that “I’ll pray for you” or “sending prayers your way” while in reality feeling guilty on several levels. Does praying for them really make a difference? Did I really pray for them? Do I even know how or what to pray? Join us this week as we consider the practice of prayer and the impact of Umbrellas and Guilt.</p> Social Media: It’s so easy to tell someone that “I’ll pray for you” or “sending prayers your way” while in reality feeling guilty on several levels. Does praying for them really make a difference? Did I really pray for them? Do I even know how or what to pray? Join us this week as we consider the practice of prayer and the impact of Umbrellas and Guilt.

]]> Sun, 28 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2729 118 3dfb2fee4e71b04d8e43b2f8f0e8fa2e no Recharging The Light Lead Verse: Mark 6:46 - "After saying goodbye to them, he went to the mountain to pray." Mike Waldrop <p>For many church going people the idea that you or I can do amazing things for God, or that our prayers to God would result in amazing things, are sort of hollow promises. While these things sound good it seems that we don't really believe they are possible. But what if we actually practiced the same habits Jesus practiced (along with Paul and any number of other spiritual giants)? Is it possible our "not making a difference" is because we need to change our practices and our expectations? Join us Sunday as we examine ways we "Recharge the Light."</p> <p>For many church going people the idea that you or I can do amazing things for God, or that our prayers to God would result in amazing things, are sort of hollow promises. While these things sound good it seems that we don't really believe they are possible. But what if we actually practiced the same habits Jesus practiced (along with Paul and any number of other spiritual giants)? Is it possible our "not making a difference" is because we need to change our practices and our expectations? Join us Sunday as we examine ways we "Recharge the Light."</p> For many church going people the idea that you or I can do amazing things for God, or that our prayers to God would result in amazing things, are sort of hollow promises. While these things sound good it seems that we don't really believe they are possible. But what if we actually practiced the same habits Jesus practiced (along with Paul and any number of other spiritual giants)? Is it possible our "not making a difference" is because we need to change our practices and our expectations? Join us Sunday as we examine ways we "Recharge the Light."

]]> Sun, 21 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2052 119 f1b7cee80f5fc3a19dab99c181829a90 no Filling Our Sails Lead Verse: Ephesians 5:18 - "...be filled with the Spirit..." Mike Waldrop <p>Life "Out of the Spotlight" is a life of following Jesus and it means that we invest in that process by learning ways to spend time engaging with God so that He can do His thing in us. Learning new skills in our relationship with God means, like every other skill in life, taking small steps and easing into new habits and patterns. And in those habits and patterns we meet God and are filled with His Spirit, being transformed into the people He would have us to become. Join us this morning as we consider new habits in a life of following Jesus.</p> <p>Life "Out of the Spotlight" is a life of following Jesus and it means that we invest in that process by learning ways to spend time engaging with God so that He can do His thing in us. Learning new skills in our relationship with God means, like every other skill in life, taking small steps and easing into new habits and patterns. And in those habits and patterns we meet God and are filled with His Spirit, being transformed into the people He would have us to become. Join us this morning as we consider new habits in a life of following Jesus.</p> Life "Out of the Spotlight" is a life of following Jesus and it means that we invest in that process by learning ways to spend time engaging with God so that He can do His thing in us. Learning new skills in our relationship with God means, like every other skill in life, taking small steps and easing into new habits and patterns. And in those habits and patterns we meet God and are filled with His Spirit, being transformed into the people He would have us to become. Join us this morning as we consider new habits in a life of following Jesus.

]]> Sun, 14 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1688 120 e787e08297373e0697117fae6a14b178 no Behind The Scenes With Paul Philippians 3:17 - "Be imitators of me, brothers and sisters, and watch carefully those who are livi Mike Waldrop <p>Have you ever wondered how some of the great men and women of Scripture became great men and women? And what was it that made them special? And in thinking about these people have you ever felt like becoming great in your relationship with was impossible or unreachable? Join us this morning as we consider the behind the scenes life of one of the New Testament's great men, the apostle Paul. And consider the things he taught that we can learn in our journey towards a deeper relationship with the God who saved us.</p> <p>Have you ever wondered how some of the great men and women of Scripture became great men and women? And what was it that made them special? And in thinking about these people have you ever felt like becoming great in your relationship with was impossible or unreachable? Join us this morning as we consider the behind the scenes life of one of the New Testament's great men, the apostle Paul. And consider the things he taught that we can learn in our journey towards a deeper relationship with the God who saved us.</p> Have you ever wondered how some of the great men and women of Scripture became great men and women? And what was it that made them special? And in thinking about these people have you ever felt like becoming great in your relationship with was impossible or unreachable? Join us this morning as we consider the behind the scenes life of one of the New Testament's great men, the apostle Paul. And consider the things he taught that we can learn in our journey towards a deeper relationship with the God who saved us.

]]> Sun, 07 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2895 121 90a96f5889bb1bc2e7cb63d191074e00 no Out Of The Spotlight John 10:10 - "I have come that they may have life and may have it abundantly." Mike Waldrop <p>Sometimes there seems to be a conflict between how we see daily life following Jesus, and what Jesus said He would give us. The idea of an "easy yoke", "rest", and an "abundant life" seems like a great concept but not something many people are experiencing. But what if there were somethings we could learn and do that would put us in a better position to experience these promises? Join us this Sunday, as we look at life "out of the spotlight."</p> <p>Sometimes there seems to be a conflict between how we see daily life following Jesus, and what Jesus said He would give us. The idea of an "easy yoke", "rest", and an "abundant life" seems like a great concept but not something many people are experiencing. But what if there were somethings we could learn and do that would put us in a better position to experience these promises? Join us this Sunday, as we look at life "out of the spotlight."</p> Sometimes there seems to be a conflict between how we see daily life following Jesus, and what Jesus said He would give us. The idea of an "easy yoke", "rest", and an "abundant life" seems like a great concept but not something many people are experiencing. But what if there were somethings we could learn and do that would put us in a better position to experience these promises? Join us this Sunday, as we look at life "out of the spotlight."

]]> Sun, 31 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2138 122 34bcc42c4f8e0b014ee27a3f5914047a no Bridging The Gap Brandon Wolters <p>“Every generation blames the one before, and all of their frustrations come beating on your door. I know that I’m a prisoner to all my father held so dear, I know that I’m a hostage to all his hopes and fears, I just wish I would have told him in the living years.” These lyrics come from a song called “In the Living Years” by Mike & The Mechanics and they refer to the burden that every new generation feels from the generations who have come before them. Every generation has had their identity (their greatest hopes and comforts) shaped by the events in their timeline, but each arrives at different conclusions about the world around them. What if there as a way to bring them all together? We invite you to join us this Sunday as we unpack what “Bridging the Gap” looks like.</p> <p>“Every generation blames the one before, and all of their frustrations come beating on your door. I know that I’m a prisoner to all my father held so dear, I know that I’m a hostage to all his hopes and fears, I just wish I would have told him in the living years.” These lyrics come from a song called “In the Living Years” by Mike & The Mechanics and they refer to the burden that every new generation feels from the generations who have come before them. Every generation has had their identity (their greatest hopes and comforts) shaped by the events in their timeline, but each arrives at different conclusions about the world around them. What if there as a way to bring them all together? We invite you to join us this Sunday as we unpack what “Bridging the Gap” looks like.</p> “Every generation blames the one before, and all of their frustrations come beating on your door. I know that I’m a prisoner to all my father held so dear, I know that I’m a hostage to all his hopes and fears, I just wish I would have told him in the living years.” These lyrics come from a song called “In the Living Years” by Mike & The Mechanics and they refer to the burden that every new generation feels from the generations who have come before them. Every generation has had their identity (their greatest hopes and comforts) shaped by the events in their timeline, but each arrives at different conclusions about the world around them. What if there as a way to bring them all together? We invite you to join us this Sunday as we unpack what “Bridging the Gap” looks like.

]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2127 123 0a847ff43c3ba49effc9adb66dcf1a9d no Part Of The Whole Brandon Wolters <p>A body consists of many different parts – tendons, muscles, blood vessels, arteries, hands, feet – but each is part of one body. Sometimes it is easy to forget that for a body to be healthy, it needs every part playing its intended role. The Apostle Paul reminds us that the church is a living organism, with many different parts, and that each of us has a role to play in it. He says, “For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ.” We each are responsible for our roles, inside and outside of the church, and we are also invited to take ownership of the overall purpose of the church – to make disciples who are learning to love God, love people everywhere, and join Jesus on His mission. We invite you to join us this Sunday, as we unpack what it means to be “Part of the Whole”.</p> <p>A body consists of many different parts – tendons, muscles, blood vessels, arteries, hands, feet – but each is part of one body. Sometimes it is easy to forget that for a body to be healthy, it needs every part playing its intended role. The Apostle Paul reminds us that the church is a living organism, with many different parts, and that each of us has a role to play in it. He says, “For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ.” We each are responsible for our roles, inside and outside of the church, and we are also invited to take ownership of the overall purpose of the church – to make disciples who are learning to love God, love people everywhere, and join Jesus on His mission. We invite you to join us this Sunday, as we unpack what it means to be “Part of the Whole”.</p> A body consists of many different parts – tendons, muscles, blood vessels, arteries, hands, feet – but each is part of one body. Sometimes it is easy to forget that for a body to be healthy, it needs every part playing its intended role. The Apostle Paul reminds us that the church is a living organism, with many different parts, and that each of us has a role to play in it. He says, “For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ.” We each are responsible for our roles, inside and outside of the church, and we are also invited to take ownership of the overall purpose of the church – to make disciples who are learning to love God, love people everywhere, and join Jesus on His mission. We invite you to join us this Sunday, as we unpack what it means to be “Part of the Whole”.

]]> Sun, 01 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1862 124 0cbc7e1bef5f2e342ae611f0a98dc3ad no Worship Now? How? Jason Hess <p>In a commencement speech from Kenyon College’s 2005 class, noted author David Foster Wallace said, <br>"In the day-to-day trenches of adult life, there is actually no such thing as atheism. There is no such thing as not worshipping. Everybody worships. The only choice we get is what to worship. And an outstanding reason for choosing some sort of God or spiritual-type thing to worship …... is that pretty much anything else you worship will eat you alive."<br> <br>Wallace was on to something. So if everybody worships, we have a deep need to understand: who should we worship? How do we worship rightly? Join us as we consider the Spiritual Life Discipline of worship, and how worship seeps its way into every aspect of our lives.</p> <p>In a commencement speech from Kenyon College’s 2005 class, noted author David Foster Wallace said, <br>"In the day-to-day trenches of adult life, there is actually no such thing as atheism. There is no such thing as not worshipping. Everybody worships. The only choice we get is what to worship. And an outstanding reason for choosing some sort of God or spiritual-type thing to worship …... is that pretty much anything else you worship will eat you alive."<br> <br>Wallace was on to something. So if everybody worships, we have a deep need to understand: who should we worship? How do we worship rightly? Join us as we consider the Spiritual Life Discipline of worship, and how worship seeps its way into every aspect of our lives.</p> In a commencement speech from Kenyon College’s 2005 class, noted author David Foster Wallace said,
"In the day-to-day trenches of adult life, there is actually no such thing as atheism. There is no such thing as not worshipping. Everybody worships. The only choice we get is what to worship. And an outstanding reason for choosing some sort of God or spiritual-type thing to worship …... is that pretty much anything else you worship will eat you alive."

Wallace was on to something. So if everybody worships, we have a deep need to understand: who should we worship? How do we worship rightly? Join us as we consider the Spiritual Life Discipline of worship, and how worship seeps its way into every aspect of our lives.

]]> Sun, 23 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2134 125 7dfa03319fd134ab86903edfdfbea3e4 no The Kingdom Life - "Bring It On!" Brandon Wolters <p>Imagine that you are walking down in Pearland, Texas, on Broadway Street, and as you turn onto Old Dixie Farm Road, you see a huge crowd sitting in the Home Depot parking lot around a man who has some exciting things to say. His teachings take your firmly held beliefs and force you to dive deeper. His teachings seem upside down, backward, and counterintuitive. What if he had said that there’s a better life, a better kingdom, a better country, and a far better king? What if he said you could experience life in that kingdom here and now and at the same time know that the best is yet to come? What would your reaction be? I want to invite you this Sunday to join us as we talk about “The Kingdom Life – Bring It On!”</p> <p>Imagine that you are walking down in Pearland, Texas, on Broadway Street, and as you turn onto Old Dixie Farm Road, you see a huge crowd sitting in the Home Depot parking lot around a man who has some exciting things to say. His teachings take your firmly held beliefs and force you to dive deeper. His teachings seem upside down, backward, and counterintuitive. What if he had said that there’s a better life, a better kingdom, a better country, and a far better king? What if he said you could experience life in that kingdom here and now and at the same time know that the best is yet to come? What would your reaction be? I want to invite you this Sunday to join us as we talk about “The Kingdom Life – Bring It On!”</p> Imagine that you are walking down in Pearland, Texas, on Broadway Street, and as you turn onto Old Dixie Farm Road, you see a huge crowd sitting in the Home Depot parking lot around a man who has some exciting things to say. His teachings take your firmly held beliefs and force you to dive deeper. His teachings seem upside down, backward, and counterintuitive. What if he had said that there’s a better life, a better kingdom, a better country, and a far better king? What if he said you could experience life in that kingdom here and now and at the same time know that the best is yet to come? What would your reaction be? I want to invite you this Sunday to join us as we talk about “The Kingdom Life – Bring It On!”

]]> Sun, 16 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2244 126 1ff8cbfb9584f00f64053eda1378e02a no The Dark Night Of The Soul Lead Verse: Psalm 42:5 - “Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Ho Brandon Wolters <p>Prayer Agenda: Life is hard. There are times when things just don’t make sense, and the tension is real. We sometimes struggle to resolve what we believe and what is playing out in our lives. This Sunday, we invite you to look at Psalms 42 and 43 with us. These are Psalms of lament. God invites us on a journey of lament through the dark nights of our souls because it is the necessary process from heartache to hope.</p> <p>Prayer Agenda: Life is hard. There are times when things just don’t make sense, and the tension is real. We sometimes struggle to resolve what we believe and what is playing out in our lives. This Sunday, we invite you to look at Psalms 42 and 43 with us. These are Psalms of lament. God invites us on a journey of lament through the dark nights of our souls because it is the necessary process from heartache to hope.</p> Prayer Agenda: Life is hard. There are times when things just don’t make sense, and the tension is real. We sometimes struggle to resolve what we believe and what is playing out in our lives. This Sunday, we invite you to look at Psalms 42 and 43 with us. These are Psalms of lament. God invites us on a journey of lament through the dark nights of our souls because it is the necessary process from heartache to hope.

]]> Sun, 11 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2708 127 37b82f998b9ce66d465ce2188b6c31dd no Leadership - It Doesn't Mean What We Think It Means Matthew 20:20-28 Brandon Wolters <p>Mandy Patinkin is one of the greatest and most famous philosophers of our time. You may know him better for his role in The Princess Bride as Inigo Montoya. In the film, the word "inconceivable" is repeated several times by Wallace Shawn's character, Vizzini. Inigo finally responds to this word saying, "You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means." I want to propose that the same is true of the word "leadership." We keep using this word, but does it mean what we think it means? Join us and find out!</p> <p>Mandy Patinkin is one of the greatest and most famous philosophers of our time. You may know him better for his role in The Princess Bride as Inigo Montoya. In the film, the word "inconceivable" is repeated several times by Wallace Shawn's character, Vizzini. Inigo finally responds to this word saying, "You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means." I want to propose that the same is true of the word "leadership." We keep using this word, but does it mean what we think it means? Join us and find out!</p> Mandy Patinkin is one of the greatest and most famous philosophers of our time. You may know him better for his role in The Princess Bride as Inigo Montoya. In the film, the word "inconceivable" is repeated several times by Wallace Shawn's character, Vizzini. Inigo finally responds to this word saying, "You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means." I want to propose that the same is true of the word "leadership." We keep using this word, but does it mean what we think it means? Join us and find out!

]]> Sun, 17 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3177 128 cb512ce7a15bfc09b67be665a4c6213b no Disrespected, Threatened and Abused Rom. 12:14-21 Richard Price <p>In a social context where we can feel disrespected, threatened and abused, we face the very real temptation to respond with resentment, defensiveness and vengeance. But if we seek to "fight fire with fire," how will we prevent the world from burning down? Will we destroy it in order to save it? The apostle Paul build on the teachings of the Hebrew scriptures and of Jesus, the King of Jews, to give practical summaries on how we should respond in his letter to the church in Rome during the reign of the notorious Emperor Nero.</p> <p>In a social context where we can feel disrespected, threatened and abused, we face the very real temptation to respond with resentment, defensiveness and vengeance. But if we seek to "fight fire with fire," how will we prevent the world from burning down? Will we destroy it in order to save it? The apostle Paul build on the teachings of the Hebrew scriptures and of Jesus, the King of Jews, to give practical summaries on how we should respond in his letter to the church in Rome during the reign of the notorious Emperor Nero.</p> In a social context where we can feel disrespected, threatened and abused, we face the very real temptation to respond with resentment, defensiveness and vengeance. But if we seek to "fight fire with fire," how will we prevent the world from burning down? Will we destroy it in order to save it? The apostle Paul build on the teachings of the Hebrew scriptures and of Jesus, the King of Jews, to give practical summaries on how we should respond in his letter to the church in Rome during the reign of the notorious Emperor Nero.

]]> Sun, 10 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2846 129 bcb2d5d6fc34a6c3cfec78c3f7adaf26 no Misfit's Motive Numbers 13-14 Brett Posey <p>All of us want to find our purpose in this world, a place where we belong and where we can live at peace. The Nation of Israel was no different as they left Egypt and followed Moses to the Promise Land. However, like us today, the Israelite's motives revealed, their actions were right, but their hearts are wrong. Join us as we explore the moment the Israelites reveal their true intentions and the redeeming power of God's love.</p> <p>All of us want to find our purpose in this world, a place where we belong and where we can live at peace. The Nation of Israel was no different as they left Egypt and followed Moses to the Promise Land. However, like us today, the Israelite's motives revealed, their actions were right, but their hearts are wrong. Join us as we explore the moment the Israelites reveal their true intentions and the redeeming power of God's love.</p> All of us want to find our purpose in this world, a place where we belong and where we can live at peace. The Nation of Israel was no different as they left Egypt and followed Moses to the Promise Land. However, like us today, the Israelite's motives revealed, their actions were right, but their hearts are wrong. Join us as we explore the moment the Israelites reveal their true intentions and the redeeming power of God's love.

]]> Sun, 03 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2966 130 053c12cf9899fa71b978bd032eaed66b no Taming the Lion So the king gave the order, and they brought Daniel and threw him into the lions’ den. The king said Brandon Wolters, Mike Waldrop <p>This saying is true, “It takes a village to raise kids.” The same is also true, that it takes faithful men and women from every generation to model what it means to follow Jesus with conviction and without compromise. This prepares this generation for life in the world (Babylon) and leaves a faithful legacy for future generations to follow.<br>Join us this Sunday as we celebrate our high school and college graduates and discuss what it means to model the grace and truth of God’s love, consistently and faithfully for this generation and generations to come.</p> <p>This saying is true, “It takes a village to raise kids.” The same is also true, that it takes faithful men and women from every generation to model what it means to follow Jesus with conviction and without compromise. This prepares this generation for life in the world (Babylon) and leaves a faithful legacy for future generations to follow.<br>Join us this Sunday as we celebrate our high school and college graduates and discuss what it means to model the grace and truth of God’s love, consistently and faithfully for this generation and generations to come.</p> This saying is true, “It takes a village to raise kids.” The same is also true, that it takes faithful men and women from every generation to model what it means to follow Jesus with conviction and without compromise. This prepares this generation for life in the world (Babylon) and leaves a faithful legacy for future generations to follow.
Join us this Sunday as we celebrate our high school and college graduates and discuss what it means to model the grace and truth of God’s love, consistently and faithfully for this generation and generations to come.

]]> Sun, 22 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3013 131 b24ceba3ceda4f69bbc10fea94bdb00a no The Boss of Me? Mark 11:9 ”Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!" Richard Price <p>Kings, empowered either by hereditary or by repeated, "free” (but-rigged) elections, are not very popular today. For good reason. Consider Russia’s Czarist Putin. And yet, Jesus of Nazareth claims sovereignty as king over all creation, including the details of our private and public lives. Is such a claim reasonable? Should we “kiss the ring”? Join us for our worship hour, in person or online, for some thoughts on the matter. It actually is more profitable than “Face the Nation."</p> <p>Kings, empowered either by hereditary or by repeated, "free” (but-rigged) elections, are not very popular today. For good reason. Consider Russia’s Czarist Putin. And yet, Jesus of Nazareth claims sovereignty as king over all creation, including the details of our private and public lives. Is such a claim reasonable? Should we “kiss the ring”? Join us for our worship hour, in person or online, for some thoughts on the matter. It actually is more profitable than “Face the Nation."</p> Kings, empowered either by hereditary or by repeated, "free” (but-rigged) elections, are not very popular today. For good reason. Consider Russia’s Czarist Putin. And yet, Jesus of Nazareth claims sovereignty as king over all creation, including the details of our private and public lives. Is such a claim reasonable? Should we “kiss the ring”? Join us for our worship hour, in person or online, for some thoughts on the matter. It actually is more profitable than “Face the Nation."

]]> Sun, 10 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2685 132 191be45bfae38cc825a7709b64fc2c8d no What does the Bible say about unreached people groups <p>David Peterson with East-West Ministries discusses what the Bible says about unreached people groups.</p> <p>David Peterson with East-West Ministries discusses what the Bible says about unreached people groups.</p> David Peterson with East-West Ministries discusses what the Bible says about unreached people groups.

]]> Sun, 24 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1759 133 932cb56e376956673067913946222d41 no Serving God by Loving Others David Moss <p>Join us this week as one of our missionaries, David Moss of HiS Print Ministries, describes how to serve God by loving others.</p> <p>Join us this week as one of our missionaries, David Moss of HiS Print Ministries, describes how to serve God by loving others.</p> Join us this week as one of our missionaries, David Moss of HiS Print Ministries, describes how to serve God by loving others.

]]> Sun, 17 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000 2863 134 ca349fc36dd36f56065fb2acb94b81b6 no The Invitation of Jesus: "Come to me..." Brandon Wolters <p>Please join us as Brandon Wolters, candidate for the position of Student Ministry Pastor, is presented to our body for consideration and presents to our body the Word this morning. Brandon will share a message titled “Jesus Invitation: Come to Me…” from Matthew 11. Pray God leads our body as we consider inviting Brandon to join our staff, and pray we are each open to the message from God’s Word.</p> <p>Please join us as Brandon Wolters, candidate for the position of Student Ministry Pastor, is presented to our body for consideration and presents to our body the Word this morning. Brandon will share a message titled “Jesus Invitation: Come to Me…” from Matthew 11. Pray God leads our body as we consider inviting Brandon to join our staff, and pray we are each open to the message from God’s Word.</p> Please join us as Brandon Wolters, candidate for the position of Student Ministry Pastor, is presented to our body for consideration and presents to our body the Word this morning. Brandon will share a message titled “Jesus Invitation: Come to Me…” from Matthew 11. Pray God leads our body as we consider inviting Brandon to join our staff, and pray we are each open to the message from God’s Word.

]]> Sun, 22 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000 2194 135 cd255aaf799981eb99d3e6063c1d21ba no Guest Speaker: Jamal Hashweh Jamal Hashweh <p>Join us for our missionary Jamal Hashweh.</p> <p>Join us for our missionary Jamal Hashweh.</p> Join us for our missionary Jamal Hashweh.

]]> Sun, 18 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1780 136 77c7b72dbd8647f8058a1ff2ceb593bd no You're Invited Passage: Luke 15 Brett Posey <p>In Luke chapter 15 one of the most well know stories from the Bible is recorded, The Prodigal Son. The point of the story has seemingly eluded many in the church today. While historically we have focused on the younger brother and the celebration of his return, we have ignored the older brother’s inability to realize he too is lost.</p> <p>In Luke chapter 15 one of the most well know stories from the Bible is recorded, The Prodigal Son. The point of the story has seemingly eluded many in the church today. While historically we have focused on the younger brother and the celebration of his return, we have ignored the older brother’s inability to realize he too is lost.</p> In Luke chapter 15 one of the most well know stories from the Bible is recorded, The Prodigal Son. The point of the story has seemingly eluded many in the church today. While historically we have focused on the younger brother and the celebration of his return, we have ignored the older brother’s inability to realize he too is lost.

]]> Sun, 04 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000 2620 137 2def819bcc0b862cf551efbfd9b0a95e no The G.O.A.T. Colossians 1:5-6 (ESV) "….Of this you have heard before in the word of the truth, the gospel, which Jason Hess <p>Who or what is great enough for us to devote our lives to? The book of Colossians seems to paint a very clear Idea, that the person and work of Christ is supreme in all things. It also gives us some insight into how that affects our day to day as followers of Him. The Gospel should transforms us, produces fruit in us, and employ us on Jesus’ mission. Are we transformed, and bearing fruit as a direct result of the gospel? How are we participating in Jesus’ mission? This morning, Pray for the Lord to illuminate to our Church body how he would have us serve Him as the transformed, fruit-bearing people He has called us to be.</p> <p>Who or what is great enough for us to devote our lives to? The book of Colossians seems to paint a very clear Idea, that the person and work of Christ is supreme in all things. It also gives us some insight into how that affects our day to day as followers of Him. The Gospel should transforms us, produces fruit in us, and employ us on Jesus’ mission. Are we transformed, and bearing fruit as a direct result of the gospel? How are we participating in Jesus’ mission? This morning, Pray for the Lord to illuminate to our Church body how he would have us serve Him as the transformed, fruit-bearing people He has called us to be.</p> Who or what is great enough for us to devote our lives to? The book of Colossians seems to paint a very clear Idea, that the person and work of Christ is supreme in all things. It also gives us some insight into how that affects our day to day as followers of Him. The Gospel should transforms us, produces fruit in us, and employ us on Jesus’ mission. Are we transformed, and bearing fruit as a direct result of the gospel? How are we participating in Jesus’ mission? This morning, Pray for the Lord to illuminate to our Church body how he would have us serve Him as the transformed, fruit-bearing people He has called us to be.

]]> Sun, 16 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000 2829 138 74c8b1602c6e4b8c0ea34fefe1a67f35 no Peace in Babylon Passage: Jeremiah 29:4-14 Richard Price <p>We currently live in a fragmented culture, with very little agreement on what values to adopt and actions to take. We feel uncertain, maybe even fearful, about the future. This is distressing and disorienting. We feel alienated in our neighborhoods, state and nation, even perhaps in our own families and church. Many do not feel at home. Israel also experienced this homelessness. While a captive, exiled Babylon, the Hebrew prophet Daniel read the letter that the prophet Jeremiah wrote to his fellow exiles. From these two men we can learn to experience and work for peace in our own sense of being a stranger in our land. Pray that this peace will become a reality with a hopeful future.</p> <p>We currently live in a fragmented culture, with very little agreement on what values to adopt and actions to take. We feel uncertain, maybe even fearful, about the future. This is distressing and disorienting. We feel alienated in our neighborhoods, state and nation, even perhaps in our own families and church. Many do not feel at home. Israel also experienced this homelessness. While a captive, exiled Babylon, the Hebrew prophet Daniel read the letter that the prophet Jeremiah wrote to his fellow exiles. From these two men we can learn to experience and work for peace in our own sense of being a stranger in our land. Pray that this peace will become a reality with a hopeful future.</p> We currently live in a fragmented culture, with very little agreement on what values to adopt and actions to take. We feel uncertain, maybe even fearful, about the future. This is distressing and disorienting. We feel alienated in our neighborhoods, state and nation, even perhaps in our own families and church. Many do not feel at home. Israel also experienced this homelessness. While a captive, exiled Babylon, the Hebrew prophet Daniel read the letter that the prophet Jeremiah wrote to his fellow exiles. From these two men we can learn to experience and work for peace in our own sense of being a stranger in our land. Pray that this peace will become a reality with a hopeful future.

]]> Sun, 09 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000 2371 139 3aa28e0f19653b30905bae33d3dc3b68 no A Life Well Lived 2 Timothy 4:1-22 Levi Portillo <p>Join us as we worship God and Levi Portillo shares his heart through Gods word.</p> <p>Join us as we worship God and Levi Portillo shares his heart through Gods word.</p> Join us as we worship God and Levi Portillo shares his heart through Gods word.

]]> Sun, 14 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000 2760 140 8cb5f2dc60484b9c8369134454297248 no How to Win Ephesians 3:10-11 Dr. Rabih Sabrah <p>On Sunday, January 31 we will have a guest speaker, Dr. Rabih Sabrah and he is one of the missionaries we support. Rabih and his wife lead a ministry to Druse Muslims in Lebanon and he always has inspiring messages for us.</p> <p>On Sunday, January 31 we will have a guest speaker, Dr. Rabih Sabrah and he is one of the missionaries we support. Rabih and his wife lead a ministry to Druse Muslims in Lebanon and he always has inspiring messages for us.</p> On Sunday, January 31 we will have a guest speaker, Dr. Rabih Sabrah and he is one of the missionaries we support. Rabih and his wife lead a ministry to Druse Muslims in Lebanon and he always has inspiring messages for us.

]]> Sun, 31 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000 2257 141 f096d807bb14c6e16f5a6bee79a3e6ab no Cause and Effect Amos 5:4; 3:1-8 Jeremy Gilmer <p>Amos had a dark message for a country that was thriving on the surface, but was corrupt internally by greed, idolatry, and hypocrisy. Amos demonstrates that there are "cause and effects" to our actions... just as there was then there is still today. God heeds His warning to submit to Him and live or reject Him and be judged.</p> <p>Amos had a dark message for a country that was thriving on the surface, but was corrupt internally by greed, idolatry, and hypocrisy. Amos demonstrates that there are "cause and effects" to our actions... just as there was then there is still today. God heeds His warning to submit to Him and live or reject Him and be judged.</p> Amos had a dark message for a country that was thriving on the surface, but was corrupt internally by greed, idolatry, and hypocrisy. Amos demonstrates that there are "cause and effects" to our actions... just as there was then there is still today. God heeds His warning to submit to Him and live or reject Him and be judged.

]]> Sun, 17 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000 2105 142 23a32d8daeac2ae60d361b72dfa6c30d no Never Again Matthew 16:24-25 Jeremy Gilmer Sun, 30 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0000 1606 143 e571bf1875ad1ad75eb9694c4a03b59a no God and Suffering, Psalms 107:1 Richard Price <p>In times of financial, social and physical suffering, we often ask, “What is God up to?” or "Where is God?” or maybe just “Why is this happening to me?”<br>Sometimes we adopt a fatalistic answer, “That’s just the way things are.” Maybe we’ll add, “It’s a fallen world, full of pain and suffering.” Even is this is true, it doesn’t satisfy. We want to know, deep down, “What is the meaning of this suffering? What can I do to make it stop? Does God care?” <br>The Scriptures disclose at least 3 basic kinds of suffering with different purposes. The ancient Hebrew poet who composed Ps 107 reflects on causes of, responses to and outcomes of suffering. <br>Pray for wisdom to discern which outcome God desires in our lives, individually and collectively.</p> <p>In times of financial, social and physical suffering, we often ask, “What is God up to?” or "Where is God?” or maybe just “Why is this happening to me?”<br>Sometimes we adopt a fatalistic answer, “That’s just the way things are.” Maybe we’ll add, “It’s a fallen world, full of pain and suffering.” Even is this is true, it doesn’t satisfy. We want to know, deep down, “What is the meaning of this suffering? What can I do to make it stop? Does God care?” <br>The Scriptures disclose at least 3 basic kinds of suffering with different purposes. The ancient Hebrew poet who composed Ps 107 reflects on causes of, responses to and outcomes of suffering. <br>Pray for wisdom to discern which outcome God desires in our lives, individually and collectively.</p> In times of financial, social and physical suffering, we often ask, “What is God up to?” or "Where is God?” or maybe just “Why is this happening to me?”
Sometimes we adopt a fatalistic answer, “That’s just the way things are.” Maybe we’ll add, “It’s a fallen world, full of pain and suffering.” Even is this is true, it doesn’t satisfy. We want to know, deep down, “What is the meaning of this suffering? What can I do to make it stop? Does God care?”
The Scriptures disclose at least 3 basic kinds of suffering with different purposes. The ancient Hebrew poet who composed Ps 107 reflects on causes of, responses to and outcomes of suffering.
Pray for wisdom to discern which outcome God desires in our lives, individually and collectively.

]]> Fri, 31 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000 1599 144 bafc9e0c8236a82dbf27a1b0afe1bcba no Proving to be a Neighbor Trevor Calhoun Sun, 21 Jun 2020 10:00:00 +0000 4049 145 0aad541d1aba094b87ffd14ee1fa1a79 no Walk By The Spirit? It’s Not What You Think. Galations 5:16-26 Trevor Calhoun Sun, 08 Mar 2020 10:00:00 +0000 1915 146 fa2f30a83e5769cd2aaef7cdf9ff9592 no Doubt: Dangerous Ground? Richard Price <p>Christians often assume that questioning God is wrong. To do so is to doubt, which is the opposite of the certainty of faith. Doubt is dangerous ground. Right? But what of “Doubting Thomas,” who refused to believe in the resurrection unless his questions were answered? What does his encounter with Jesus tell us about the nature of God, belief and doubt?</p> <p>Christians often assume that questioning God is wrong. To do so is to doubt, which is the opposite of the certainty of faith. Doubt is dangerous ground. Right? But what of “Doubting Thomas,” who refused to believe in the resurrection unless his questions were answered? What does his encounter with Jesus tell us about the nature of God, belief and doubt?</p> Christians often assume that questioning God is wrong. To do so is to doubt, which is the opposite of the certainty of faith. Doubt is dangerous ground. Right? But what of “Doubting Thomas,” who refused to believe in the resurrection unless his questions were answered? What does his encounter with Jesus tell us about the nature of God, belief and doubt?

]]> Sun, 14 Jul 2019 10:00:00 +0000 2763 147 240bbb1ef54f5b9030fc8032226ec73e no Get off the rollercoaster Hebrews 10:1-25 Trevor Calhoun <p>The repeated highs and lows of sin, repentance, and restoration is not God’s will for us. You can get off the roller-coaster.<br><br>Glad the tomb is empty,<br>Trevor</p> <p>The repeated highs and lows of sin, repentance, and restoration is not God’s will for us. You can get off the roller-coaster.<br><br>Glad the tomb is empty,<br>Trevor</p> The repeated highs and lows of sin, repentance, and restoration is not God’s will for us. You can get off the roller-coaster.

Glad the tomb is empty,
Trevor

]]> Sun, 28 Jul 2019 10:00:00 +0000 2981 148 da18302ee6203e4e18b7ef8b4a947c77 no Becoming Generous and Joyful Givers Levi Portillo <p>Today as we consider how to become generous and joyful givers we are reminded of some of the main reasons to do so: God is worthy of our worship and no one and nothing compares to him, God gives us the opportunity to invest in his kingdom by loving people and helping them find Jesus and be his disciples, and because we have a responsibility to share from the many blessings God has given to us! Pray that God’s Spirit brings people who need to hear this word, and that we are refreshed in our love for and appreciation of our God who gave us the greatest gift we could ever receive.</p> <p>Today as we consider how to become generous and joyful givers we are reminded of some of the main reasons to do so: God is worthy of our worship and no one and nothing compares to him, God gives us the opportunity to invest in his kingdom by loving people and helping them find Jesus and be his disciples, and because we have a responsibility to share from the many blessings God has given to us! Pray that God’s Spirit brings people who need to hear this word, and that we are refreshed in our love for and appreciation of our God who gave us the greatest gift we could ever receive.</p> Today as we consider how to become generous and joyful givers we are reminded of some of the main reasons to do so: God is worthy of our worship and no one and nothing compares to him, God gives us the opportunity to invest in his kingdom by loving people and helping them find Jesus and be his disciples, and because we have a responsibility to share from the many blessings God has given to us! Pray that God’s Spirit brings people who need to hear this word, and that we are refreshed in our love for and appreciation of our God who gave us the greatest gift we could ever receive.

]]> Sun, 28 Oct 2018 10:00:00 +0000 3389 149 0303a0674c2fd392aa3e5746116843ac no A Misfit Community 1 Peter 5:6-7 - "Humble yourselves under His mighty hand by casting all your cares on Him because He Mike Waldrop <p>"Church" What comes to mind when you hear that word? For most of us what comes to mind is a schedule, a place to go, and a duty to fulfill each week (or maybe twice a year). Yet to the misfits of this world (Christians), the church is a community that is much bigger than what we normally consider. Join us this week as we wrap up our study on 1 Peter, and as we celebrate the God of the church and what He has given us.</p> <p>"Church" What comes to mind when you hear that word? For most of us what comes to mind is a schedule, a place to go, and a duty to fulfill each week (or maybe twice a year). Yet to the misfits of this world (Christians), the church is a community that is much bigger than what we normally consider. Join us this week as we wrap up our study on 1 Peter, and as we celebrate the God of the church and what He has given us.</p> "Church" What comes to mind when you hear that word? For most of us what comes to mind is a schedule, a place to go, and a duty to fulfill each week (or maybe twice a year). Yet to the misfits of this world (Christians), the church is a community that is much bigger than what we normally consider. Join us this week as we wrap up our study on 1 Peter, and as we celebrate the God of the church and what He has given us.

]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2295 150 91c318db5eafa350951290a59e2b77e8 no Radical Expressions 1 Peter 3:8-9 - "To sum up, let all of you be...for you were called for this very purpose" Mike Waldrop <p>What comes first, the chicken or the egg? And when we are Christians, is it our behavior and ethics, or our heart changing what it loves? Being a misfit in this world means the conditions of our hearts may find radical expression in the way we live and love. Join us as we explore the way our faith and hope is expressed in the things we love.</p> <p>What comes first, the chicken or the egg? And when we are Christians, is it our behavior and ethics, or our heart changing what it loves? Being a misfit in this world means the conditions of our hearts may find radical expression in the way we live and love. Join us as we explore the way our faith and hope is expressed in the things we love.</p> What comes first, the chicken or the egg? And when we are Christians, is it our behavior and ethics, or our heart changing what it loves? Being a misfit in this world means the conditions of our hearts may find radical expression in the way we live and love. Join us as we explore the way our faith and hope is expressed in the things we love.

]]> Sun, 05 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2784 151 21e4ce0ace4acae02694674ebf9d435f no Welcome Home, Misfits 1 Peter 4:8 - "...keep fervent in your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins Mike Waldrop <p>All of us want a place in this world to call "home". We want a place where we are loved, heard, understood and where we are not just taking, but giving as well. And when life is tough or we are unfairly put on the spot we want to know that home is safe and that we can find solidarity with that family and community. Join us this week as we explore the home we are given in what is sometimes a hostile world. And celebrate with us the God who gave it to us, and made it the great place it can be.</p> <p>All of us want a place in this world to call "home". We want a place where we are loved, heard, understood and where we are not just taking, but giving as well. And when life is tough or we are unfairly put on the spot we want to know that home is safe and that we can find solidarity with that family and community. Join us this week as we explore the home we are given in what is sometimes a hostile world. And celebrate with us the God who gave it to us, and made it the great place it can be.</p> All of us want a place in this world to call "home". We want a place where we are loved, heard, understood and where we are not just taking, but giving as well. And when life is tough or we are unfairly put on the spot we want to know that home is safe and that we can find solidarity with that family and community. Join us this week as we explore the home we are given in what is sometimes a hostile world. And celebrate with us the God who gave it to us, and made it the great place it can be.

]]> Sun, 26 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2667 152 83c08fda472b2418ebc9c5da07a3b75d no A Radical Contest 1 Peter 3:15 - "But set Christ apart as Lord in your hearts and always be ready..." Mike Waldrop <p>Like a sports team, the church is a team of people pursuing common goals and adopting common lifestyles in that pursuit. Unlike a sports team the church is composed of all shapes and sizes, ages and genders of people. But in the game together we share the outcome (winning). But we don't all share the same experience. Some are injured, some not. Some are exhausted, some sat on the bench. But our leader, Jesus, assures us of winning and a dinner at his table that is beyond imagination. He suffered every injury in bringing our team to the winners' circle and for Him, we experience whatever the contest brings.</p> <p>Like a sports team, the church is a team of people pursuing common goals and adopting common lifestyles in that pursuit. Unlike a sports team the church is composed of all shapes and sizes, ages and genders of people. But in the game together we share the outcome (winning). But we don't all share the same experience. Some are injured, some not. Some are exhausted, some sat on the bench. But our leader, Jesus, assures us of winning and a dinner at his table that is beyond imagination. He suffered every injury in bringing our team to the winners' circle and for Him, we experience whatever the contest brings.</p> Like a sports team, the church is a team of people pursuing common goals and adopting common lifestyles in that pursuit. Unlike a sports team the church is composed of all shapes and sizes, ages and genders of people. But in the game together we share the outcome (winning). But we don't all share the same experience. Some are injured, some not. Some are exhausted, some sat on the bench. But our leader, Jesus, assures us of winning and a dinner at his table that is beyond imagination. He suffered every injury in bringing our team to the winners' circle and for Him, we experience whatever the contest brings.

]]> Sun, 12 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2370 153 0a1373c788019c89f65d2f6819932b77 no The Misfit's Focus 1 Peter 4:2 - "...He spends the rest of his time on earth concerened about the will of God..." Mike Waldrop <p>One of the things the Church struggles with is engaging the culture around us in a way that is clear and accurate. The Church is often tempted to compromise its message, to yield to the culturally acceptable or politically correct, or to simply gloss over those things in the Christian tradition that may be distasteful to others. But being a misfit in this world means that our focus is on one thing, while the culture's focus is on something else. Join us this week as we consider the Misfit focus, and how it leads us to engage the culture for Christ.</p> <p>One of the things the Church struggles with is engaging the culture around us in a way that is clear and accurate. The Church is often tempted to compromise its message, to yield to the culturally acceptable or politically correct, or to simply gloss over those things in the Christian tradition that may be distasteful to others. But being a misfit in this world means that our focus is on one thing, while the culture's focus is on something else. Join us this week as we consider the Misfit focus, and how it leads us to engage the culture for Christ.</p> One of the things the Church struggles with is engaging the culture around us in a way that is clear and accurate. The Church is often tempted to compromise its message, to yield to the culturally acceptable or politically correct, or to simply gloss over those things in the Christian tradition that may be distasteful to others. But being a misfit in this world means that our focus is on one thing, while the culture's focus is on something else. Join us this week as we consider the Misfit focus, and how it leads us to engage the culture for Christ.

]]> Sun, 19 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2452 154 4f3b2133dddbe54f43c97cca40b6160a no The Misfit Family 1 Peter 3:4 “…it should be the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality of a gentle Mike Waldrop <p>‘Submit’ – a word that either brings to mind pictures of people wrestling until one taps out, or a word that brings to mind the heartless oppression of one person against another. This is not a word that we normally associate with marital bliss. Yet Peter tells us it is an attitude of men and women towards each other that makes misfit families work. Join us as we explore the misfit family in God’s world.</p> <p>‘Submit’ – a word that either brings to mind pictures of people wrestling until one taps out, or a word that brings to mind the heartless oppression of one person against another. This is not a word that we normally associate with marital bliss. Yet Peter tells us it is an attitude of men and women towards each other that makes misfit families work. Join us as we explore the misfit family in God’s world.</p> ‘Submit’ – a word that either brings to mind pictures of people wrestling until one taps out, or a word that brings to mind the heartless oppression of one person against another. This is not a word that we normally associate with marital bliss. Yet Peter tells us it is an attitude of men and women towards each other that makes misfit families work. Join us as we explore the misfit family in God’s world.

]]> Sun, 29 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3179 155 2a69726c7f02a50c02d1b0b0a6a511c9 no Becoming Radical 1 Peter 2:17 “Honor all people, love the family of believers, fear God, honor the king." Mike Waldrop <p>To many church people the feeling of being a misfit is familiar. Church people have an understanding that their values, morals and beliefs may be and at times, are clearly different from the people around them. What we struggle with is the idea that our misfit beliefs are to result in a radically different lifestyle. Join us this week as we begin to unpack what that means. We have what it takes to be a radical misfit, but do we have the will?</p> <p>To many church people the feeling of being a misfit is familiar. Church people have an understanding that their values, morals and beliefs may be and at times, are clearly different from the people around them. What we struggle with is the idea that our misfit beliefs are to result in a radically different lifestyle. Join us this week as we begin to unpack what that means. We have what it takes to be a radical misfit, but do we have the will?</p> To many church people the feeling of being a misfit is familiar. Church people have an understanding that their values, morals and beliefs may be and at times, are clearly different from the people around them. What we struggle with is the idea that our misfit beliefs are to result in a radically different lifestyle. Join us this week as we begin to unpack what that means. We have what it takes to be a radical misfit, but do we have the will?

]]> Sun, 15 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2746 156 3fb32d16386e28826cb6286ec1aad45a no The Church of the Misfit Saint 1 Peter 2:10 “You once were not a people, but now you are God’s people. You were shown no mercy, but Mike Waldrop <p>Sometimes church people feel like misfits because we think the culture is out to get us, the government has left us behind, and we have long ago lost confidence in the morals and values of the people around us. But is that what makes us misfits? Is it our morals, values and behavior? Join us Sunday as we consider what truly makes us misfits, and how that status can make life great!</p> <p>Sometimes church people feel like misfits because we think the culture is out to get us, the government has left us behind, and we have long ago lost confidence in the morals and values of the people around us. But is that what makes us misfits? Is it our morals, values and behavior? Join us Sunday as we consider what truly makes us misfits, and how that status can make life great!</p> Sometimes church people feel like misfits because we think the culture is out to get us, the government has left us behind, and we have long ago lost confidence in the morals and values of the people around us. But is that what makes us misfits? Is it our morals, values and behavior? Join us Sunday as we consider what truly makes us misfits, and how that status can make life great!

]]> Sun, 08 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2758 157 4670b6815d37165badf759ae5dec00af no Made a Misfit 1 Peter 1:1-2 “Peter, to those who reside as strangers (misfits)…chosen according to the foreknowled Mike Waldrop <p>Most of us have a deep desire to belong, to be accepted and loved, and to not be the objects of criticism or ridicule. And pursuing this desire sometimes gets us in trouble. Join us as we consider where we fit and where we don’t. And celebrate with us the privilege of being a misfit in this world.</p> <p>Most of us have a deep desire to belong, to be accepted and loved, and to not be the objects of criticism or ridicule. And pursuing this desire sometimes gets us in trouble. Join us as we consider where we fit and where we don’t. And celebrate with us the privilege of being a misfit in this world.</p> Most of us have a deep desire to belong, to be accepted and loved, and to not be the objects of criticism or ridicule. And pursuing this desire sometimes gets us in trouble. Join us as we consider where we fit and where we don’t. And celebrate with us the privilege of being a misfit in this world.

]]> Sun, 01 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2335 158 0b57f312df92ca3be0330b2c829fa263 no Shepherd My Sheep 1 Peter 5:2 “Give a shepherd’s care to God’s flock among you, exercising oversight not merely as a d Mike Waldrop <p>Join us as we license and commission for ministry three of our men. Many professions have special traditions to recognize and celebrate commitment to a career field. For the church, the presenting of a License to the Ministry is one of those celebrations and traditions. You are invited to be a part of this special Sunday with Brandon Wolters, Brett Posey and Joshua Martinez.</p> <p>Join us as we license and commission for ministry three of our men. Many professions have special traditions to recognize and celebrate commitment to a career field. For the church, the presenting of a License to the Ministry is one of those celebrations and traditions. You are invited to be a part of this special Sunday with Brandon Wolters, Brett Posey and Joshua Martinez.</p> Join us as we license and commission for ministry three of our men. Many professions have special traditions to recognize and celebrate commitment to a career field. For the church, the presenting of a License to the Ministry is one of those celebrations and traditions. You are invited to be a part of this special Sunday with Brandon Wolters, Brett Posey and Joshua Martinez.

]]> Sun, 03 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2616 159 99942c11967af63e3eb07ceb6bfe1594 no The Good Guy Wins Acts 13:22 “God raised up David to be their king. He testified about him: ’I have found David the so Mike Waldrop <p>All of our lives go through seasons of Good, Bad and Ugly. When we’re in one of those unpleasant seasons of life, we can feel consumed and lose sight of God’s purposes and mission. It happened to King David, and it happens to us. But King David’s legacy was not one of defeat and stumbling, but of completing what God had for him and providing all of Israel and the world with the ultimate King. Join us as we are encouraged to know that our bad and ugly seasons of life don’t have to be our legacy. And join with us as we follow the ultimate king, are transformed and given an ultimate purpose.</p> <p>All of our lives go through seasons of Good, Bad and Ugly. When we’re in one of those unpleasant seasons of life, we can feel consumed and lose sight of God’s purposes and mission. It happened to King David, and it happens to us. But King David’s legacy was not one of defeat and stumbling, but of completing what God had for him and providing all of Israel and the world with the ultimate King. Join us as we are encouraged to know that our bad and ugly seasons of life don’t have to be our legacy. And join with us as we follow the ultimate king, are transformed and given an ultimate purpose.</p> All of our lives go through seasons of Good, Bad and Ugly. When we’re in one of those unpleasant seasons of life, we can feel consumed and lose sight of God’s purposes and mission. It happened to King David, and it happens to us. But King David’s legacy was not one of defeat and stumbling, but of completing what God had for him and providing all of Israel and the world with the ultimate King. Join us as we are encouraged to know that our bad and ugly seasons of life don’t have to be our legacy. And join with us as we follow the ultimate king, are transformed and given an ultimate purpose.

]]> Sun, 27 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2983 160 e1d083eac19c21efcda07c3fd35fe4e7 no Family Feud 2 – the Day God Hung a Hippie 2 Samuel 19:20 “For I, your servant, have sinned… Mike Waldrop <p>In recent years the mental health field has decided that the source of many of our stresses and diseases is resentment and bitterness towards others who have hurt us. Therapist have adopted strategies to help us work through those hurts and “release” them for our own good. The Old Testament story of King David and his son, Absalom, is a great illustration of the contrast between resentment and forgiveness. Join us as we examine two lives and ask God to lead us to be people of forgiveness.</p> <p>In recent years the mental health field has decided that the source of many of our stresses and diseases is resentment and bitterness towards others who have hurt us. Therapist have adopted strategies to help us work through those hurts and “release” them for our own good. The Old Testament story of King David and his son, Absalom, is a great illustration of the contrast between resentment and forgiveness. Join us as we examine two lives and ask God to lead us to be people of forgiveness.</p> In recent years the mental health field has decided that the source of many of our stresses and diseases is resentment and bitterness towards others who have hurt us. Therapist have adopted strategies to help us work through those hurts and “release” them for our own good. The Old Testament story of King David and his son, Absalom, is a great illustration of the contrast between resentment and forgiveness. Join us as we examine two lives and ask God to lead us to be people of forgiveness.

]]> Sun, 20 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2936 161 44dd8238f2e5c1e819e0d9a1e4acface no A Family Feud - Episode 1 Mike Waldrop <p>Families are strange and interesting creations. Some appear quite healthy yet go off the rails. Others are clearly dysfunctional and yet produce individuals that are outstanding examples of faith and trust in Christ. King David of Israel was a man after God's own heart, yet his family went off the rails. Join us as we explore the relationships between forgiveness, grace and justice in our families now, and in the ultimate family of God.</p> <p>Families are strange and interesting creations. Some appear quite healthy yet go off the rails. Others are clearly dysfunctional and yet produce individuals that are outstanding examples of faith and trust in Christ. King David of Israel was a man after God's own heart, yet his family went off the rails. Join us as we explore the relationships between forgiveness, grace and justice in our families now, and in the ultimate family of God.</p> Families are strange and interesting creations. Some appear quite healthy yet go off the rails. Others are clearly dysfunctional and yet produce individuals that are outstanding examples of faith and trust in Christ. King David of Israel was a man after God's own heart, yet his family went off the rails. Join us as we explore the relationships between forgiveness, grace and justice in our families now, and in the ultimate family of God.

]]> Sun, 13 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2577 162 4c05c3ecdaefef45d157f23752d31a66 no Lost Loves <p>Power, success and independence is a lure that many people cannot resist. And when these things are achieved, they often deliver on their promises of making us feel valued, important and in control. The problem is that those very feelings outside of intimacy with God become idols in our lives. Join us as we see what happened to one of the most successful kings who ever lived when his own successes sabotaged his life.</p> <p>Power, success and independence is a lure that many people cannot resist. And when these things are achieved, they often deliver on their promises of making us feel valued, important and in control. The problem is that those very feelings outside of intimacy with God become idols in our lives. Join us as we see what happened to one of the most successful kings who ever lived when his own successes sabotaged his life.</p> Power, success and independence is a lure that many people cannot resist. And when these things are achieved, they often deliver on their promises of making us feel valued, important and in control. The problem is that those very feelings outside of intimacy with God become idols in our lives. Join us as we see what happened to one of the most successful kings who ever lived when his own successes sabotaged his life.

]]> Sun, 06 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2411 163 0a7655b95eb15682cff3c0a25bb7d74a no Cut Off at the Pass 2 Samuel 6:18 “When David finished offering the burnt sacrifices and peace offerings, he pronounced Mike Waldrop <p>Have you ever really wanted something good but couldn’t figure out the right way to get it? Or maybe it was your friend that had big aspirations but stumbled around making dumb mistakes in an attempt to realize those aspirations. It’s a common human experience to want good things, but to pursue them in wrong ways. This even happened in the Bible and is a great lesson for us. Join us as we look at pursuing the right things the right way and experience the presence of our God on the journey.</p> <p>Have you ever really wanted something good but couldn’t figure out the right way to get it? Or maybe it was your friend that had big aspirations but stumbled around making dumb mistakes in an attempt to realize those aspirations. It’s a common human experience to want good things, but to pursue them in wrong ways. This even happened in the Bible and is a great lesson for us. Join us as we look at pursuing the right things the right way and experience the presence of our God on the journey.</p> Have you ever really wanted something good but couldn’t figure out the right way to get it? Or maybe it was your friend that had big aspirations but stumbled around making dumb mistakes in an attempt to realize those aspirations. It’s a common human experience to want good things, but to pursue them in wrong ways. This even happened in the Bible and is a great lesson for us. Join us as we look at pursuing the right things the right way and experience the presence of our God on the journey.

]]> Sun, 27 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2652 164 974dae84fbf24ef7e90a45b83ad5ab55 no Forging New Trails 2 Samuel 5:12 “David realized that the Lord had established him as king over Israel and that he had Mike Waldrop <p>When David became king of Israel, he forged new trails in Israel’s national successes. But have you ever wondered how a man “after God’s own heart” could have 8 wives and father 21 children? Was that okay with God? Sometimes it seems strange that successful men did things we believe Scripture says we shouldn’t do. Join us as we consider the tensions between God giving David success and David not doing what was best as we consider for ourselves what trails God would us to forge.</p> <p>When David became king of Israel, he forged new trails in Israel’s national successes. But have you ever wondered how a man “after God’s own heart” could have 8 wives and father 21 children? Was that okay with God? Sometimes it seems strange that successful men did things we believe Scripture says we shouldn’t do. Join us as we consider the tensions between God giving David success and David not doing what was best as we consider for ourselves what trails God would us to forge.</p> When David became king of Israel, he forged new trails in Israel’s national successes. But have you ever wondered how a man “after God’s own heart” could have 8 wives and father 21 children? Was that okay with God? Sometimes it seems strange that successful men did things we believe Scripture says we shouldn’t do. Join us as we consider the tensions between God giving David success and David not doing what was best as we consider for ourselves what trails God would us to forge.

]]> Sun, 20 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2602 165 7be070b499894975e1a4e5c1e2268bd9 no How About You, Good, Bad or Ugly? 1 Samuel 24:6 “May the Lord keep me far away from doing such a thing… Mike Waldrop <p>Sometimes opportunity knocks and it seems like its exactly what we need at just the right time. But sometimes the door that opens leads us someplace we don’t want to go. As we see the responses of the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly join us as we look at opportunity knocking.</p> <p>Sometimes opportunity knocks and it seems like its exactly what we need at just the right time. But sometimes the door that opens leads us someplace we don’t want to go. As we see the responses of the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly join us as we look at opportunity knocking.</p> Sometimes opportunity knocks and it seems like its exactly what we need at just the right time. But sometimes the door that opens leads us someplace we don’t want to go. As we see the responses of the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly join us as we look at opportunity knocking.

]]> Sun, 13 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2758 166 f4898fb8fd287f84863c415dbd4bf339 no Wanted: Dead…or Alive Psalm 34:3 “Magnify the Lord with me, Let us praise his name together. Mike Waldrop <p>Sometimes life deals us a losing hand. For David it meant losing everything that could possibly give him any safety, comfort, or security. He pretended to be insane and walked around drooling into his beard. He was at rock bottom and yet, when He considered his God, he found a personal, caring and loving God who showed him kindness and mercy. And yet the crisis continued. He wrote a great psalm that calls us to thanksgiving and recognition of who our God is. Join us this morning as we consider our responses to life’s losing hands.</p> <p>Sometimes life deals us a losing hand. For David it meant losing everything that could possibly give him any safety, comfort, or security. He pretended to be insane and walked around drooling into his beard. He was at rock bottom and yet, when He considered his God, he found a personal, caring and loving God who showed him kindness and mercy. And yet the crisis continued. He wrote a great psalm that calls us to thanksgiving and recognition of who our God is. Join us this morning as we consider our responses to life’s losing hands.</p> Sometimes life deals us a losing hand. For David it meant losing everything that could possibly give him any safety, comfort, or security. He pretended to be insane and walked around drooling into his beard. He was at rock bottom and yet, when He considered his God, he found a personal, caring and loving God who showed him kindness and mercy. And yet the crisis continued. He wrote a great psalm that calls us to thanksgiving and recognition of who our God is. Join us this morning as we consider our responses to life’s losing hands.

]]> Sun, 06 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2539 167 99851b3349fafe031108f2b48bf51e87 no A Brewing Feud 1 Samuel 18:12 “Now Saul was afraid of David, for the Lord was with him but had departed from Saul.” Mike Waldrop <p>Ever find yourself down or discouraged because things are not like they used to be? Or maybe you’re frustrated because things seem to be going so much smoother for someone you know. Sometimes we’re unhappy because we’re comparing now with then, or us with them, or me with you. Join us as we look at what happens when we fall into that way of thinking. And learn with us how we can help each other focus on the great things God has given.</p> <p>Ever find yourself down or discouraged because things are not like they used to be? Or maybe you’re frustrated because things seem to be going so much smoother for someone you know. Sometimes we’re unhappy because we’re comparing now with then, or us with them, or me with you. Join us as we look at what happens when we fall into that way of thinking. And learn with us how we can help each other focus on the great things God has given.</p> Ever find yourself down or discouraged because things are not like they used to be? Or maybe you’re frustrated because things seem to be going so much smoother for someone you know. Sometimes we’re unhappy because we’re comparing now with then, or us with them, or me with you. Join us as we look at what happens when we fall into that way of thinking. And learn with us how we can help each other focus on the great things God has given.

]]> Sun, 30 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2735 168 b79959bb8ea4a2209392630bc7b5d4b8 no Showdown at Elah Corral 1 Samuel 17:46 This very day the Lord will deliver you into my hand. Mike Waldrop <p>David and Goliath – everybody knows the story about one young shepherd taking down one obnoxious giant. But did you know that the message of the passage is not about taking down the “giants in your life”? The message of the passage tells us that what we can’t do, God can. And sometimes he uses us to do the impossible, and sometimes he simply does it for us. Join us as we take another look at David; the Good, the Bad and the Ugly.</p> <p>David and Goliath – everybody knows the story about one young shepherd taking down one obnoxious giant. But did you know that the message of the passage is not about taking down the “giants in your life”? The message of the passage tells us that what we can’t do, God can. And sometimes he uses us to do the impossible, and sometimes he simply does it for us. Join us as we take another look at David; the Good, the Bad and the Ugly.</p> David and Goliath – everybody knows the story about one young shepherd taking down one obnoxious giant. But did you know that the message of the passage is not about taking down the “giants in your life”? The message of the passage tells us that what we can’t do, God can. And sometimes he uses us to do the impossible, and sometimes he simply does it for us. Join us as we take another look at David; the Good, the Bad and the Ugly.

]]> Sun, 23 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2271 169 72b9945da4ade00c2226eed9e18624de no Jesus as Rabbi - What is a disciple? Brandon Wolters <p>What New Years’ resolutions did you make for this year? Some of us have resolved to be physically fit, or working towards being debt-free, or being more intentional with our spouses and/or kids. All these resolutions are beneficial and if we follow through, they will yield their desired outcomes. However, how many of us have made the commitment to become either first-time disciples (followers) or to renew with passion our following after Jesus? When Jesus calls us to follow Him, He is saying: “Come, be my disciple…” This implies that we are “steadily learning from Him how to live the life of the Kingdom of Heaven into every corner of human existence.” The best resolution you and I can make is to follow Jesus, to be His disciples, who then go forth and make other disciples.</p> <p>What New Years’ resolutions did you make for this year? Some of us have resolved to be physically fit, or working towards being debt-free, or being more intentional with our spouses and/or kids. All these resolutions are beneficial and if we follow through, they will yield their desired outcomes. However, how many of us have made the commitment to become either first-time disciples (followers) or to renew with passion our following after Jesus? When Jesus calls us to follow Him, He is saying: “Come, be my disciple…” This implies that we are “steadily learning from Him how to live the life of the Kingdom of Heaven into every corner of human existence.” The best resolution you and I can make is to follow Jesus, to be His disciples, who then go forth and make other disciples.</p> What New Years’ resolutions did you make for this year? Some of us have resolved to be physically fit, or working towards being debt-free, or being more intentional with our spouses and/or kids. All these resolutions are beneficial and if we follow through, they will yield their desired outcomes. However, how many of us have made the commitment to become either first-time disciples (followers) or to renew with passion our following after Jesus? When Jesus calls us to follow Him, He is saying: “Come, be my disciple…” This implies that we are “steadily learning from Him how to live the life of the Kingdom of Heaven into every corner of human existence.” The best resolution you and I can make is to follow Jesus, to be His disciples, who then go forth and make other disciples.

]]> Sun, 09 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1892 170 252381474c36fecaae19987e0a87cd83 no To Change the World Mike Waldrop <p>Notice how much 2022 sounds like 2020 too? The last couple of years have been disturbing and disrupted life in lots of ways. And it seems that the news is filled with the desires, agendas and strategies of many to make drastic changes in our country and our world. Its tempting to either fear and want to hide and watch, or to get angry and motivated and want to jump in and fight either within the system or against it. Yet the Bible tells us that God has a strategy for change. But that strategy seems foolish and ineffective in light of those we see around us. Yet it’s the strategy we’re called to do. Come consider 2022 with us as are reminded that we are a people “To Change the World”.</p> <p>Notice how much 2022 sounds like 2020 too? The last couple of years have been disturbing and disrupted life in lots of ways. And it seems that the news is filled with the desires, agendas and strategies of many to make drastic changes in our country and our world. Its tempting to either fear and want to hide and watch, or to get angry and motivated and want to jump in and fight either within the system or against it. Yet the Bible tells us that God has a strategy for change. But that strategy seems foolish and ineffective in light of those we see around us. Yet it’s the strategy we’re called to do. Come consider 2022 with us as are reminded that we are a people “To Change the World”.</p> Notice how much 2022 sounds like 2020 too? The last couple of years have been disturbing and disrupted life in lots of ways. And it seems that the news is filled with the desires, agendas and strategies of many to make drastic changes in our country and our world. Its tempting to either fear and want to hide and watch, or to get angry and motivated and want to jump in and fight either within the system or against it. Yet the Bible tells us that God has a strategy for change. But that strategy seems foolish and ineffective in light of those we see around us. Yet it’s the strategy we’re called to do. Come consider 2022 with us as are reminded that we are a people “To Change the World”.

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