The Ten Commandments remind some of being disciplined as a kid and cause some to feel shame because they don’t live up to them (which we don’t). This series aims to give us the right perspective of them, and so change all of our relationships.
This series, hopefully, has given you a vision for prayer. In this concluding message we will move beyond just a conversation with God to the greater purpose of prayer: being in His presence.
In the last message we looked at possible answers to our prayer, and one of them was "slow." When you get this answer, don't be discouraged, but prepare to endure.
Does God answer all prayers? How do I know He's answered my prayer? How do I know what His answer is? In this message Pastor Greg helps us answer these and other questions about prayer.
Most of us know prayer is supposed to be 2-way communication, but we probably spend more time telling God things than listening to Him. And how exactly do we listen to God? Pastor Greg will help us understand when and how God can speak to us so we can be ready to listen.
Our Journey with God Through Prayer is designed to challenge us to go deeper in our relationship with God and one way to do that is to ask God to do something only He can do. We can learn how to do that from more than one example in scripture.
The definition of an expedition is a voyage with a particular purpose. Every successful expedition needs careful planning and preparation. Let’s have that same mindset when it comes to our Journey with God Through Prayer.
Governmental control at its highest, riots in the streets, people dividing over money, class, race, religion and politics. So, how did a new group of believers become known for their devotion to one another and their care for others outside of the fellowship? How did the early church stay Devoted to Community?
This two-part sermon series focuses on the life of Elijah in 1 Kings 18 and 19. His journey can give us direction when we walk on the highest of heights, as well as hope when we find ourselves in the lowest of lows.
This two-part sermon series focuses on the life of Elijah in 1 Kings 18 and 19. His journey can give us direction when we walk on the highest of heights, as well as hope when we find ourselves in the lowest of lows.
God is always writing His story. Our testimony is when a part of that story becomes our own. Let's be like Jethro and let people know what God is doing in our lives.
The battles of life tend to come out of no where, but preparing to face them can be the difference between victory and defeat. This Sunday we welcome back Pastor Jeff Mattesich, as he continues our series in Exodus: Journey to Sinai. This weekend we will look at a battle that Moses and Israel faced that can help us gain wisdom for the battles we are facing, and will face. The hopeful news is that we are not meant to battle alone!
How can I be sure I am in the kingdom of God? These must be true of you: 1. God found me, 2. I received Him, 3. My live will never be the same.
Being human comes with desires for people to be impressed by us. Whether that is in our spiritual lives or in how we build our lives, the temptation is real. In Matthew 6 we find that Jesus understands this part of being human and teaches us how we might be found faithful in the midst of it.
We've learned that humility is putting others first, thinking of them as more important than ourselves, and looking for their virtues. The problem is, we cannot do this without Christ.
Paul is writing to the Philippians to thank them, yes, but also to teach them how to live among the enemies of God. We've learned we are to think of others more than ourselves, but now we're challenged to do even more.
What is humility, really? Why is it such a big deal in the Bible? And how can it enhance all of our relationships?
In this message we'll look at two mindsets that cause division in our marriages, friendships, churches, and communities. Then, in the final three messages of this series, we will see how the Apostle Paul applies the life and work of Jesus to counter these destructive mindsets.
The cynic we look at in this message is Jesus' own brother. Why did he doubt Jesus' claims, and what made him change?
Our culture seems to be filled with haters, and we can slip into being one too. Saul of Tarsus was a hater who God resurrected to use mightily. Yes, God can do that!
We all know someone who seemed to walk closely with the Lord, but has walked away. Will they ever come back? Can that happen to us?
In this series of messages we'll look at people who, despite thinking they were beyond help, were transformed by Jesus. Yes, some of their stories are in the Bible, but we'll also hear from people who may sit next to you at church.
You can learn a lot about a people if you listen to the songs they create. Each generation and culture has music that reflects it’s values and experiences. At the center of our music is what we adore or even worship. In this section of Exodus we'll look at a song that expressed the heart of Israel to YHWH, and learn how to express our heart to Jesus.
At last we've come to the "exodus" in the book of Exodus. The slaves are leaving Egypt and think they are headed to the Promised Land, but God has other plans for them, and perhaps for us.
What brings back memories for you? A song? A smell? Do you experience the adage "out of sight, out of mind"? God always gave His people touchpoints to help them remember what was important, and He still does that for us.
Just like Israel in Egypt, we can be in bondage, deceived and betrayed. But God's first-born Son, our Passover Lamb, has set us free.
It's easy to want justice for others, but expect grace for ourselves. But should we desire grace and expect justice.
In this passage we'll see how God shows mercy, even in the midst of judgement.
