Reality Check with Stephen Mortimer
Peters started his letter with a convincing argument of his readers' faith experience. One's salvation experience should hold much value in life through God's grace and forgiveness. Peter's next steps include; Conformity -a mindset on the spiritual, Conduct that reflects the fear of God and the Cost of redemption.
God’s Work in the Lives of his Children - Pastor Al Graeber
The book of Jonah is so much more than a story about a man and a great fish. The book not only reveals the sovereignty and grace of God but also His merciful, loving dealings with His children.
That's Why I Praise Him with Bill Dilworth
Too often, we become professional Christians that care more about the function of the church instead of getting to Jesus. Church doesn’t save, doesn’t heal, and doesn’t love like Jesus does. But the church that’s filled with courageous Christians will point people to Jesus because of what He has done in them.
The Now and Before with Stephen Mortimer
Two Comparisons: The Now and Before 1 Peter 1:6-12
Jonah with Pastor Al Graeber
We often think that the book of Jonah is all about Jonah. However, even though he is the main character, the book is more so about God revealing His character and nature when dealing with mankind.
Arise, My Love - with Asa Sturtevant
Jesus the Groom perfectly loves His Bride, the Church. Jesus pursues, calls and adores us. Will we behold, listen and receive Him?
Suffering = God's Love? with Leigh Leach
God Loves us and will use our suffering to conform us to the image of His Son the Lord Jesus Christ!
Know This in Christ with Stephen Mortimer
1Peter 1:3-9 The opening two verses in 1Peter have identified his readers as scattered strangers and elect of God. Peter is being led by the Holy Spirit to build his readers toward "Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ."
Abundant Living
The apostle John records Jesus’ words in John 10:10 – “I came that you may have life and have it abundantly”. Who do you know that’s living an abundant life?
Knowing God with Pastor Al Graeber
What are some attributes of knowing God?
God's Sovereignty
God’s sovereignty and man’s free will- can they co-exist?
Who is Jesus to You?
When you think of major life events are you immediately transported back to that moment. We like to commemorate those moments with regular celebrations. Graduations have reunions and weddings have anniversaries. Births have birthday celebrations. Holiday traditions keep us connected to those family memories. We build powerful connections to people and events that are significant in our lives.
Spiritual Resilience
The last couple of weeks we have been reading about Joseph and how God used him in a special way to deliver his family and the nation of Egypt from a lengthy famine. Today we will go over how spiritual resilience is learned from knowing God's truth and applying it to our lives.
Being an Effective Leader - Part 2
Our Labor is a Sacred ambition that God gave to us. We looked at Joseph’s life because he demonstrated a lifestyle of labor as a sacred ambition amidst painful people.
The Sacredness of Labor - Part 1
It’s Labor Day weekend…where we stop laboring! Labor consumes our life. Statistically, more people are experiencing burnout with work that before. Disengaged employees are continuing to rise. Does God have anything to say about work performance & engagement?
Come to the Table
Come to the Table with Pastor Garris
Introduction to 1st Peter
Introduction to 1st Peter with Stephen Mortimer
What is the Purpose of the Church - Matt Bickel
What is the Purpose of the Church? How can we as believers impact society for Christ?
The Power Within - Jamie DiBease
The Holy Spirit is the source of power for followers of Jesus and can never be disconnected from a believer’s life. However, our resistance to God’s will for our lives can diminish the impact of this power in our lives. By staying connected through faith in Jesus and daily walking in the power of the Holy Spirit , we can “shine” brightly for the Lord.
Maturing your Faith - Michael Blackwell
In this sermon, we learn to grow as believers by living as good citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven and reflecting the Gospel in our conduct. We stand united for Jesus, work together to spread the Gospel, and find joy in suffering, seeing it as a privilege granted by Christ.
How Do You Know That You Know
Evidence for the existence of God and the truth of the Bible.
Building Margins into Our Lives
REALationshiops happen in the margin. If you don't have that margin then you can't go deep in relationships, you can go surface, but you can't go deep.
The Church That Cares
When our relationship with God is where it needs to be, then it is only natural that our relationships with others will be filled with love and care.
Life is Better Connected - Matt Bickel
Life is better connected. We all have gifts from the Holy Spirit. What is yours and how can you use it to serve others?
How Do You View God?
Join us with Pastor Anthony Garris as he asks the question "How Do You View God?"
The Hardest Part of life
In Luke 22, as well as other passages, Jesus solves the hardest part of life. This text is the actionable element of the things that Jesus taught. Have you ever thought about what the hardest part of life is?
Characteristics of a Godly Mother
In 2 Timothy 1:3-5, the passage emphasizes the influential role of godly mothers, as exemplified by Eunice and Lois, who raised Timothy in the faith. Paul commends Timothy for his sincere faith, which was first instilled by his grandmother and mother. Despite challenges in Ephesus, Timothy's upbringing in the Scriptures by his godly mother & grandmother prepared him for ministry. The characteristics of a godly mother outlined include: 1. Passes on her faith, 2. Is a living example of Christ to her children, 3. Prays for her children
Qualifications of a Pastor
What is the qualifications and role of the Pastor in the church today? Ultimately, pastors serve as spiritual leaders, stewards of the church's mission, and often play a central role in the life and growth of the faith community they serve.
Relying on the Comforter: God's Plan for Church Growth
In stressful times, people often turn to creature comforts like cozy sweats, soothing music, or sweet treats. While these comforts can provide some relief, true and lasting comfort comes from the Holy Spirit, the Comforter promised by Jesus. By examining how the church grew as described in Acts 9:31, this message explores the importance of not substituting temporary comforts, feelings, and the illusion of control for The Comforter. By prioritizing the Comforter over mere comfort, believers can experience deeper spiritual growth and a greater connection with God and each other.
Qualifications of a Pastor
What is the qualifications and role of the Pastor in the church today? Ultimately, pastors serve as spiritual leaders, stewards of the church's mission, and often play a central role in the life and growth of the faith community they serve.
Pictures of Jesus
For the next 6 weeks, I’d like to share my favorite pictures of Jesus. If I was making a photo album, these are some of the pictures that would be highlighted and captioned. These are personal for me because they tell a story about then and now.