Sunday, December 22 - Matthew 16:15 | Jesus asks His disciples a profound question: "Who do you say I am?" This question challenges us to reflect on our personal understanding of who Christ is in our lives. Is He just a good teacher, or is He truly our Savior and Lord? Our answer shapes not only our faith but also how we live and share His love with the world.
Sunday, December 15, 2024 - Philippians 4:10-22 | Paul’s letter closes with a thankful asterisk. The Philippians have fully supplied him but the fullness he finds is from somewhere else. In fact, even if he had nothing, Paul says he could do everything he has been sent to do. This is the power supplied to him - and us.
Sunday, December 8, 2024 - Philippians 4:1-9 | Paul urges us to stand firm in faith, be united, and always rejoice. He encourages us to let go of anxiety by bringing everything to God in prayer, trusting in His peace. Paul also reminds us to focus on what is good and live out what we’ve learned, knowing God’s peace is with us.
Sunday, December 1, 2024 - Philippians 3:12-21 | We are citizens of heaven, not tourists or visitors. Yet we didn’t grow up in this Kingdom, so there’s a lot to learn. Thankfully, as we find communities of believers, we find teachers, mentors, and partners in Christ to help learn from and learn with.
Sunday, November 24, 2024 - Philippians 3:1-11 | We’re taught to be vigilant for things that can harm us. But what if the things that really harm us are the things we’re told are good and worth spending our lives striving for? Things often seem backward under the Kingship of Jesus. What looks like loss may actually be our greatest gain.
Sunday, November 17, 2024 - Philippians 2:12-30 | Salvation through faith in Jesus is more than an event that happens in our lives. Our moment of surrender is when God goes to work. He is transforming us from the inside-out into beacons of light in a dark world. This transformation has one big obstacle right at the center, though - us.
Sunday, November 10, 2024 - Philippians 2:1-11 | Maybe you’ve heard it said that “attitude is everything.” Paul seems to agree. In one of the richest passages of the New Testament, our sights are lifted to the heavens as we’re encouraged to adopt the attitude of Christ. One purpose - our purpose - is an attitude adjustment away.
Sunday, November 3, 2024 - Philippians 1:21-30 | Paul expresses his desire to be with Christ but knows his purpose is to help others grow in faith. He encourages us to live in a way that honors the Gospel, standing strong together and enduring hardships for Christ, knowing God is at work in our lives.
Sunday, October 27, 2024 - Philippians 1:12-20 | Beaten. Imprisoned. Harassed. It’s safe to say these are things we try to avoid. Paul encounters these circumstances while preaching the Gospel of Christ. Yet instead of seeing setbacks or defeat, Paul sees even more opportunity to advance the Good News.
Sunday, October 20, 2024 - Philippians 1:1-11 | Paul shares his gratitude for the Philippians and encourages them, confident that God will complete the work He started in them. He prays for their love to grow in wisdom so they can live lives that reflect Christ.
Sunday, October 13, 2024 - Acts 16:11-40 | Paul’s letter to the Philippians is unlike the other letters. It’s personal, encouraging, and full of valuable insight into living the Christian life. So what made this relationship and this church different? Before the letter, Paul shook things up in this Roman city.
Sunday, October 6, 2024 - Hebrews 4:12 | Many of us hesitate to label ourselves as proud, perhaps because we often focus on the obvious traits of pride, overlooking its more subtle aspects. The Bible says God is opposed to the proud but gives grace to the humble. How, then, do we humble ourselves, securing this place under God’s grace? This week, we'll explore — or be reminded of — the transformative power of God's Word to do this good work within us, if we open ourselves to it.
Sunday, September 29, 2024 - Genesis 18:20-32 | This week we explore more of God's character. His compassion, graciousness, and His slowness to anger. With Jesus, this may be easy to see. But God throughout ALL of scripture? Even the Old Testament? Come see, as we walk through the reality of God's character, which has never changed.
Sunday, September 22, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 | God’s command to not fear is accompanied by a promise: “…for I am with you.” Last week we talked about the command to not fear, but this week we will dive into the promise of God. Can we really do this differently than generations past? The apostle Paul thinks so!
Sunday, September 15, 2024 - Matthew 6:25-34 | One of the most repeated commands God gives to His people in the Bible is “do not fear.” Yet, how many of us struggle with fear everyday? Anxiety has increased 55% globally in the last 30 years. So, what are we to do, and what does Jesus have to say about it?
Sunday, September 8, 2024 - John 5:1-9 | Potential is an interesting construct. On one hand it's powerful, yet on the other, it means something hasn't yet fully reached maturity. What if some of the stagnation you feel could be the enemy attempting to paralyze your potential of becoming everything God has created you to be?
Sunday, September 1, 2024 - PSALM 78 | As we finish our Summer In The Psalms with Psalm 78, the author strongly emphasizes the need to pass down the Legacy of Christ to the next generation. This isn't just a nice thought; it's a serious call to action. The Psalmist urges us to make this our top priority and to be fully committed. There is nothing more important than teaching the next generation about the glorious deeds of the Lord, about His power and His mighty wonders.
Sunday, August 25, 2024 - Psalm 144 | Is living in prosperity and blessing attainable, as David describes in his psalm? And if so, how do we get there? Psalm 144 leads us through David’s prayer life. He worships and praises God before he makes his requests known. He remembers God’s past goodness before the victory is handed to him. He trusts God’s character. God wants us to prosper, to be victorious; but we must be willing to make him first place in our lives, which requires our trust, belief an...
Sunday, August 18, 2024 - Psalm 46 | Fear can be crippling and debilitating. Whether it be from a lack of clarity and focus, self-doubt, or anxiety, all too often we find ourselves succumbing to intrusive thoughts. But what if there was a way to break free from the confusion and the feelings of helplessness that come from believing the lies of the enemy? What if all we need is to “be still and know that He is God”?
Sunday, August 11, 2024 - Psalm 104 | Who is God? Is He all-powerful and sovereign, or is He loving and personal? Is He King or is He a friend? Psalm 104 gives us a glimpse of Who God is as revealed in His creation. And not to give too much away but… God is all these things and more.
Sunday, August 4, 2024 - Psalm 32 | Forgiveness is such an integral part of the Christian faith, yet so many of us struggle to walk and live in the forgiveness that is already ours. In Psalm 32, David writes about the profound beauty of divine grace, and shows us how to truly rest in forgiveness.
Sunday, July 28, 2024 - Psalm 110 | Although Psalm 110 may initially seem difficult to read, it looks ahead to the future, where King David points us to King Jesus. This Psalm bridges the Old Testament anticipation with the New Testament fulfillment in Christ.
Sunday, July 21, 2024 - Psalm 103 | Worship doesn’t always come easily. Sometimes we need to urge our very souls to remember just Who God is and what He’s done. He is still merciful, gracious, and loving. He still forgives, heals, and redeems. So, let our souls join all of creation in bringing Him praise.
Sunday, July 14, 2024 - Psalm 1 | The beginning of the collection of Psalms starts with a simple seeming call within six verses: stay in God’s Word and be blessed or associate with wicked people and you’ll become wicked. But as we’ll see, there is a lot more packed into these verses upon closer examination, and more ways to apply them to our lives today.
Sunday, July 7, 2024 - Psalm 34 | In modern culture, even within the church, we've become obsessed with pleasure and avoid pain at all costs, leading us to view fear negatively and stop fearing God. Psalm 34 teaches that to find wholeness, we must fear the Lord, as it leads to righteousness and blessings.
Sunday, June 30, 2024 - God always has a plan, no matter what we are facing. Through Psalm 91 and 1 Samuel 17, we will see how trusting in the Way Maker can change your perspective, your approach, and your future.
Sunday, June 23, 2024 - Psalm 27 – There are many great blessings God offers us in this life: family, friends, health, among others. But if we’re not careful we can easily start to desire these things more than desiring the One who gives them. How, then, should we view these gifts? Psalm 27 shares with us the secret.
Sunday, June 16, 2024 - Psalm 23 – Whether under spiritual and emotional attack, in a season of doubting and discouragement, or simply in our ongoing journey to better know God, we each walk through valleys of darkness. True peace is found, though, in readying ourselves to face that darkness by allowing God to shepherd us to and through such times, to behold Him and dwell with Him in love.
Sunday, June 9, 2024 - Psalm 139 – God knows everything, exists everywhere at the same time, and possesses unlimited power and authority. We desire these qualities in our Creator as we want to be known, heard, and seen by Him. Until, perhaps, it becomes inconvenient in our everyday lives. Rather than hiding in sin, it’s always the Father’s Will for us to ask for purification so we can walk in a healthy relationship with Him, allowing us to experience His deep love.
Sunday, June 2, 2024 - Psalm 66 – All people exist for the purpose of knowing their God, enjoying a relationship with Him, and giving Him the worship He is due. The incredible reality, though, is that it is God Himself who makes all this possible. He finds us where we are, rescues us from our empty lives, and brings us into the fullness of His perfect purposes!
