Pastor Nate brings the message, “Protecting Unity with the Lord’s Supper” - Part 1, from 1 Corinthians 11:17-22. We are returning back to chapter 11 for the next two weeks and studying the unity of the local church around the Lord's Table. The problem was that the Corinthians were so wrongfully divided that their practice of the Lord's Supper was actually invalidated. There are crucial lessons to learn and practices to apply within this important passage so that our church reflects Biblical, God-honoring unity.
Pastor Stephen brings the message, "The Importance of Love" from 1 Corinthians 12:28-13:1-8a. Scripture is filled with many beautiful passages that seem to be made for coffee mugs and decorative posters, and 1 Corinthians 13 could certainly fit into that category. But within this wonderful passage about love is also a difficult call - to live a life that models that beauty consistently in the world around us. So on Sunday, we'll not only talk about the beauty of biblical love, but also about the high calling this love places on our lives.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "Grow Where You Are” from 1 Corinthians 7:17-24. Is it a challenge to be content with your lot in life? It is easy to glance side to side, see the prizes that God has given to others, and wish we could have what they have. In this section of chapter 7, God calls us to realize that we ultimately have the greatest of gifts already so that we can thrive wherever He has placed us.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "Single, Married, Divorced…To the Glory of God” from 1 Corinthians 7:8-16. It's amazing how sufficient the Word of God is concerning each area of life. As we continue in our study of 1 Corinthians 7, Paul shows us how to live for the glory of God no matter what relationship status we find ourselves in.
Pastor Andy brings the message, "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly” - Part 1 rom Judges 6-9. As we work our way through the book of Judges, we are increasingly aware of the faults of the deliverers God uses. Gideon presents us with another leader who is deeply flawed. In ways reminiscent of Gideon, we will see our heart temptations lead us to trust what we can see versus trusting the word of God.
Pastor Andy brings the message, "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly” - Part 1 rom Judges 6-9. As we work our way through the book of Judges, we are increasingly aware of the faults of the deliverers God uses. Gideon presents us with another leader who is deeply flawed. In ways reminiscent of Gideon, we will see our heart temptations lead us to trust what we can see versus trusting the word of God.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "Incomplete Obedience" from Judges 4. The book of Judges will continue to take us on the journey of Israel's downward spiral in chapter 4. It keeps us longing for a Judge that will deliver us not just from sinful circumstances, but from a heart that leads us into that sin.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "Worshiping the Wrong God” from Judges 2:6-3:6. The downward spiral in Judges begins with a generation that "did not know the LORD or the work that he had done for Israel." What a sad reality when the next generation forgets God and turns to idolatry. Yet, as the story continues God shows His compassion and mercy even to those who turn their back on Him. He is the God of second (and infinitely more) chances.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "God is My Refuge” from Psalm 31. When you are worn out by the attacks, but have no place to go, where do you turn? Psalm 31 recalls a personal time in David's life when he was facing the worst possible scenario and had no place to turn but to the Lord. This psalm is about God who proved Himself faithful to be a refuge. And, the good news is that He is a safe refuge not just to David, but to all His children.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "Favor for a Lifetime” from Psalm 30. God has unique ways of sanctifying us for the specific sins that are deeply rooted in our hearts. One such sin is the arrogance of self-confidence. Psalm 30 takes us through the progression of God's kindness to remove those prideful patterns from our lives and set our eyes on what truly matters.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "God’s Power, My Peace” from Psalm 29. There's a restful peace for the soul when you take the time to consider that God's awesome power surrounds you. Psalm 29 provides a front row seat to this divine power. Pray for the services this weekend and for God to draw our attention up to Him.
Pastor Stephen brings the message, "Constantly Crying Out” from Psalm 28. As we return to the book of Psalms for the next few weeks, we'll be reminded that these passages are filled with emotion. Psalm 28 shows us what we can do with that emotion. Whether we're in a period of desperation, exasperation, celebration, or supplication, this psalm shows us the value of responding in all of those periods by crying out to God. We honestly run to the rock of our protection, trusting by faith (and sometimes sight) that He hears.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "Biblical Practices” from 1 Corinthians 16. You've seen how some people thrive in good practices and others dive in their bad practices. In our final study of 1 Corinthians, God's Word helps us see important Biblical practices for our own personal lives. Also, this Sunday we will recognize new deacons, our newest pastor, and observe the Lord's Supper.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "Christian, You're Gonna Rise" from 1 Corinthians 15:35-49. Death is like a dark curtain that, unless Jesus comes back, we'll all eventually walk through. And, naturally we have questions about it. The good news is that on this side of death Christians are given wonderful promises...promises that are anchored to the power of God...promises that give hope. This Sunday God's Word answers two questions for us: "How are the dead raised?", and "What will our bodies be like?"
Pastor Andy brings the message, "The Hopefulness of the Resurrection" from 1 Corinthians 15:20-34. Paul pivots to show the Corinthians the hopeful effects of the resurrection for their future and their present lives. Christ's resurrection has begun the inevitable march to the end, where God will reign unchallenged. But in the meantime, the bodily resurrection should cause us to live for God now.
Pastor Andy brings the message, "A Hopeless Christianity" from 1 Corinthians 15:12-19. Have you ever contemplated what life after death will be like? Paul will lead the Corinthian church down the rabbit hole of alternate reality if there is no bodily resurrection of all those who are in Christ. It is a hopeless picture. This will set up Paul's hopeful discussion in verses 20-28, which we will look at next week.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "Remembering the Gospel” from 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. The resurrection of Jesus is what makes or breaks everything for us. This Sunday we begin 1 Corinthians 15 where God's Word begins unpacking so many wonderful Gospel themes. If you have friends you're witnessing to, it would be a good week to invite them.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "Building Up the Church" from 1 Corinthians 14:1-25. This Sunday, we arrive at one of the most debated chapters in all the Bible, 1 Corinthians 14. While the topics of prophecy and tongues are certainly up for debate, there is a foundational truth that every Christian needs to pursue: the building up of the church. So, as we prepare to gather this Sunday, pray that God will cause His Word to be taught clearly and received humbly.
Pastor Nate brings the message, “Protecting Unity with the Lord’s Supper” - Part 1, from 1 Corinthians 11:17-22. We are returning back to chapter 11 for the next two weeks and studying the unity of the local church around the Lord's Table. The problem was that the Corinthians were so wrongfully divided that their practice of the Lord's Supper was actually invalidated. There are crucial lessons to learn and practices to apply within this important passage so that our church reflects Biblical, God-honoring unity.
Pastor Stephen brings the message, "The Importance of Love" from 1 Corinthians 12:28-13:1-8a. Scripture is filled with many beautiful passages that seem to be made for coffee mugs and decorative posters, and 1 Corinthians 13 could certainly fit into that category. But within this wonderful passage about love is also a difficult call - to live a life that models that beauty consistently in the world around us. So on Sunday, we'll not only talk about the beauty of biblical love, but also about the high calling this love places on our lives.
