What if theft is about more than just taking things? The 8th commandment confronts not only our actions but our hearts—exposing our discontent, distrust, and attempts to “fix” God’s plan for our lives. Join us as we uncover the root of stealing and the remarkable grace offered by the One who died to save the thief in all of us. Theft... 1) Types of theft 2) The root cause of theft 3) Hope for the thief in all of us Text: Exodus 20:15
Aug 10, 2025•27 min
The story of Jonah is like a rollercoaster ride filled with ups and downs and twists and turns. We get a glimpse into the heart of Jonah and what we see might surprise us. What is even more intriguing is that we too are like Jonah in many ways that we may not even realize. Join us as we begin a new series that not only reveals our hearts but also the grandeur of a powerful God. 1) The Omnipresence of God 2) The heart of man 3) The Sovereignty of God 4) The Judgment of God Text: Jonah 1...
Aug 03, 2025•39 min
Is sex just a private act, or part of something far more sacred? This week, we explore the seventh commandment—not just as a prohibition against adultery, but as a window into God's beautiful design for marriage, covenant, and holy sexuality. From Genesis to Jesus, we’ll see how God's boundaries lead not to restriction but to flourishing. Discover how the gospel offers grace, restoration, and a better way forward in a culture confused about sex. 1) The framework for holy sexuality 2) The applica...
Jul 27, 2025•35 min
What if the command “You shall not murder” means more than you think? From roof railings to road rage, from suicide to sidewalk safety, this commandment isn’t just about avoiding violence—it’s about cherishing life. Explore how the sixth commandment speaks powerfully into modern issues like abortion, euthanasia, and even our own hidden anger. Discover how Jesus expands the call to value every life. 1) The commandment in the Old Testament 2) The commandment and modern ethics 3) How Jesus expands ...
Jul 20, 2025•38 min
Attention parents: this one's for you. Attention children: this one's also for you. "Honor your father and mother." Join us as we explore this well-known, yet often neglected, call that originated in the mind of the Lord. Honor your parents... 1) The weight of it 2) The reward for it 3) The broader impact of it Text: Exodus 20:12
Jul 13, 2025•33 min
We live in a world that never stops—and we’re exhausted. But God built a rhythm of rest into creation, not as a burden, but as a blessing. Long before the Ten Commandments, he invited his people to trust him enough to stop. Join us as we rediscover the beauty of the Sabbath: a day to remember, a day to worship, and a day to truly rest. 1) Sabbath in the Old Testament 2) Sabbath in the New Testament 3) Sabbath in the Christian life Text: Exodus 20:8-11...
Jul 06, 2025•33 min
One of the themes throughout John's first letter is the theme of assurance. He wants his readers to have confidence in the eternal life that Christ has secured for them. With this certainty of their salvation, Christians are able to demonstrate their love for God by keeping His commandments. How should we view God's commands? What about when we fail to keep them? Join us as we wrap up this marvelous letter and see the majesty of the Son of God! 1) Faith is shown through our obedience 2) Faith re...
Jun 29, 2025•38 min
The love of God is something that is spoken of in the Bible in numerous places. Even when it is not explicitly mentioned it is seen throughout. The Apostle John tells us that God is love. What exactly does this mean and what impact does it have on the church today? Join us as we dive into the deep love of God! We love because: 1) God is love 2) God demonstrates his love 3) God first loved us Text: 1 John 4:7-21
Jun 22, 2025•34 min
What does it really mean to "take the Lord’s name in vain?" It’s about more than just swearing—it's about not carrying God’s name with honor in every part of life. Discover how the Third Commandment speaks to our identity, our witness, and the way we reflect God to the world. Join us as we explore the good life that comes from honoring the name above all names. The Lord's name... 1) Why it's a big deal 2) What it means to misuse it 3) How to honor it Text: Exodus 20:7...
Jun 15, 2025•30 min
Does the Second Commandment forbid Christian art? Or is there something deeper going on there? Join us as we explore a critical component to "the good life": access to the presence of God. 1) The motive 2) The command Text: Exodus 20:4-6
Jun 08, 2025•36 min
What if the Ten Commandments are more than just ancient rules—but a window into the heart of God and a roadmap to the good life? As we begin this new sermon series, we’ll see how the commandments reveal who God is, who we’re called to be, and how love is at their very core. Five Preliminary Points About the Ten Commandments: 1) The Ten Commandments tell us about God 2) The Ten Commandments show us who we are to be 3) The Ten Commandments form the basis of New Testament ethics 4) The Ten Commandm...
Jun 01, 2025•38 min
The Bible often warns us against false prophets. It is all throughout the pages of Scripture. So, how can a local church discern truth from error in a world filled with mixed messages? The answer is more straightforward than you might think! 1) Christians must test doctrine 2) Christians must hold fast to truth 3) Christians must listen to truth Text: 1 John 4:1-6
May 25, 2025•45 min
What if the chaos of history isn't as random as it seems? In Daniel 10-12, we’re given a rare glimpse behind the veil—into the unseen spiritual conflict shaping world events. Even empires rise and fall according to a divine script. This final message in the book of Daniel invites us to find strength and confidence in God's sovereign hand, even in turbulent times. In this final installment of this sermon series on Daniel, we'll consider... 1) The spiritual warfare of historical commotion 2) The f...
May 18, 2025•43 min
To modern-day Christians, Babylon is a symbol of spiritual resistance that seeks to extinguish the faith of those who follow Jesus. Daniel 9 offers a powerful framework for how believers can not just survive, but thrive in Babylon. Join us as we continue to deep-dive into the book of Daniel! Thriving in Babylon requires... 1) Zeal for Scripture 2) Impulse to confess sin 3) A map of the future Text: Daniel 9:1-27
May 11, 2025•41 min
History has a checkered past: wars, government corruption, and sinister characters. And the future isn't so bright either. However, God doesn't want his people to live naively, paralyzed by the unknown. Living wisely in Babylon means having some sense of what the future holds. God's Word gives that to us. Join us as we continue our journey through the book of Daniel. The three primary characters in Daniel's vision: The ram (Daniel 8:1-4; 15-20) The goat (Daniel 8:5-8; 21-22) The little horn of t...
May 04, 2025•40 min
Jesus told his disciples that people will know that they are his disciples by their love for one another. Since Christ laid down his life for us we are to do the same. But what keeps us from showing that love? And what does it look like to love in deed and in truth? Join us as we continue to journey through this marvelous letter of John! 1) A negative example 2) A positive example Text: 1 John 3:11-24
Apr 27, 2025•35 min
Skepticism over the Jesus story isn't a new phenomenon; it's as old as the Bible itself. Join us as we take a close and personal look at the resurrection from a questioner's perspective. Is it possible that skepticism is actually a part of the Easter story? 1) The request of a healthy skeptic 2) The confession of a converted skeptic 3) The effect of a former skeptic Text: John 20:24-29
Apr 20, 2025•25 min
Irony = the opposite of what is expected. The trial and crucifixion of Jesus is filled with ironies. This can serve to pour fuel on the fires of our faith because realities are different from appearances. Irony #1: Religious devotion hides animus toward Jesus Irony #2: Underhanded political maneuverings fulfill Scripture Irony #3: The dismissed King really is a King Irony #4: The innocent is condemned, the guilty goes free Text: John 18:28-40...
Apr 19, 2025•24 min
Hollywood movies are a clear indicator that the end of the world is of interest to many people. We all have an existential angst about not just our personal future, but the future of the universe. Maybe God put that interest in us. What better place to turn than the Bible to find answers to how the world will end. 1) The beastly nature of history 2) The ironclad kingship of heaven 3) The final conflict of suffering Text: Daniel 7:1-28
Apr 06, 2025•39 min
If you think Daniel walking out of a lions' den without a scratch is amazing, just wait to see what happens at the end of time when Christians walk out of the den of God's judgment without a scratch. The critical question is: will that be you? Four principles for how Christians do engaged alienation wisely: 1) Be never-despairing yet never-presuming 2) Defiantly...pray 3) Don't trust "Persia's" leaders 4) Trust the righteousness of Christ Text: Daniel 6:1-28...
Mar 30, 2025•44 min
"Say what?" The Bible has a lot to say about how we speak. We'll be doing a study on sanctified speech: what is it, and why is it important? Text: Selected Scriptures
Mar 23, 2025•41 min
Beleaguered exiles living in the belly of Babylon need the reminder that a just, powerful, and good God is calling the shots and pulling the strings. He will not turn a blind eye to those who mock him and his people. This is both reassuring and alarming. Do you know why? A megalomaniac's tragic end... 1) Who a megalomaniac mocks 2) What a megalomaniac treats with contempt 3) What this leads to Text: Daniel 5:1-31
Mar 16, 2025•33 min
Worldliness characterizes Babylon. Worldliness is whatever makes wickedness look normal and righteousness look strange. That is prevalent everywhere you look. God's people can feel small and insignificant in the belly of Babylon, but the truth of the matter is: God rules “Babylonian” leaders and “Babylon” for the good of his people. A megalomaniac's testimony... 1) Intellectual disruption 2) Experiential crisis 3) Volitional submission Text: Daniel 4:1-37...
Mar 09, 2025•37 min
If you make it your obsession to treasure Christ above all else in Babylon, it will cost you dearly. Just ask Shadrack, Meshak, and Abednego. But it will be worth it. And the Lord will make sure you have what you need to remain faithful to him against all odds. Treasuring Christ in Babylon... 1) The opposition we'll face 2) The miracle we'll pray for 3) The fellowship we'll receive Text: Daniel 3:1-30
Mar 02, 2025•36 min
"Image is everything." This famous slogan from 1989 still rings true in the modern world. We judge by appearances. One of the consistent themes of Scripture, however, is that things are not always as they seem. Though our various "Babylons" may look strong, formidable, and daunting, reality may be much different. This is a much needed message for exiles. This reality check comes at us in three waves... 1) Don't be fooled by appearances 2) Remember who the Star of the show is 3) Get the big pictu...
Feb 23, 2025•36 min
Worldliness is whatever makes wickedness look normal and righteousness look strange. Worldliness characterizes "Babylon". Babylon is in every country in the world. It's also present in our communities, schools, and places of employment. So how do God's people live wisely in Babylon? Join us as we begin a new series on the book of Daniel, which serves as a manual for wise living in Babylon. Life in Babylon... 1) How we get there 2) What we maintain there 3) Who we bless there 4) The promise we cl...
Feb 16, 2025•51 min
How does one become a child of God? Or is everyone automatically a child of God? Is it possible to be a child of God at one point in life and then lose that status? Do you want to know if you are a child of God? Join us to find out! Children of God... 1) Are born of God 2) Are loved by God 3) Practice righteousness 4) Hope in God Text: 1 John 2:28-3:10
Feb 09, 2025•32 min
Antichrists. Apostasy. Anointing. Abiding. What do these have in common? John talks about each of them in the same passage! Why would he bring these up? And what purpose do they serve to us centuries later? All this and more as we dive into a crucial teaching from this letter! 1) A Sober Warning 2) A Vital Doctrine 3) A Precious Promise Text: 1 John 2:18-27
Feb 02, 2025•32 min
Intense moments of suffering can make you feel like God has turned his back on you. This is why we need to notice how Jesus handled the suffering of those like us. When Jesus' life intersected with sufferers, he wasn't cold or distant. He was personal and very engaged. 1) The compassion of Christ 2) The power of Christ 3) The future they foreshadow Text: Luke 7:11-17
Jan 26, 2025•32 min
Quite a few people think that when they die and meet God face to face, they'll be able to outline how their good deeds outweigh their bad deeds and that will be sufficient for God to say to them, "Come on in!" This is one of the biggest lies out there. If you're not sure how all this works, join us as we examine the type of faith that actually saves. Saving faith... 1) Comes by hearing 2) Confesses unworthiness 3) Trusts in Jesus' authority Text: Luke 7:1-10...
Jan 19, 2025•30 min
