God-Honoring Relationships

God-Honoring Relationships

Pastor Nate brings the message, "God-Honoring Relationships” from 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15.  Relationships can be hard.  Yet, they are rewarding when we follow God's word.  In our study this week we will look at God's plan for 2 unique relationships in the church: 1) the relationship between pastors and congregation; and, 2) the relationship between members and... members.

Great Expectation

Great Expectation

Sunday Morning...Pastor Nate brings the message, "Great Expectation" from 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11. Christians live with the expectation that God will complete both a final judgment for those who oppose Him and a final salvation for those who believe in Him.  This event will be the ultimate Day of the Lord.  In light of that day, live with both anticipation and encouragement that God will save His people through it.   

Hope for Grieving Christians

Hope for Grieving Christians

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Hope for Grieving Christians” from 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18.  A life-giving benefit in salvation is that Jesus will bring about a great reunion for all His people.  When He returns, all Christians (past and present) will be brought together.  Imagine what it will be like to be reunited with Christian friends and family members and always be with the Lord!  

Pleasing God with Purity

Pleasing God with Purity

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Pleasing God with Purity” from 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8.  It's no secret that sexual freedom has been a focal point of our society.  Why not?  We are pleasure-seekers after all. As we open up chapter 4 of 1 Thessalonians, God's Word directs us in a better path forward, one that keeps the pleasure of sexual activity within the safe boundaries of obedience to God.

Comfort of the Coming King - Part 3

Comfort of the Coming King - Part 3

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Comfort of the Coming King” - Part 3 from Matthew 1:18-25. "You shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins."  That was the message Joseph heard from the angel, and it is the message that is joyfully heard in the hearts of all those who trust in Jesus for salvation.  It is also the message that needs to be heard by those who have not been saved from their sin. This coming Sunday, Pastor Nate will re-visit the Christmas story and then share how Jesus saves His people from their sins.  

Comfort of the Coming King - Part 1

Comfort of the Coming King - Part 1

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Comfort of the Coming King” - Part 1 from Isaiah 40.  Do you find comfort in your circumstances or in the character and promises of God?  As the Jews were agonizing in exile, God gave them a promise of comfort. It's a promise anchored in His unchanging character that extends to our lives today.  A Savior would come and those who wait on Him shall renew their strength.

Affliction, Meet Faith

Affliction, Meet Faith

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Affliction, Meet Faith” from 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:5.  Would it surprise you to hear that in God's wisdom He has so ordered our lives that we would come face to face with affliction?  Paul says that we are "destined for this."  But we are not left without hope.  In our sermon, we will see how faith tethers us to God so that we can remain established in Him.

A Word that Works

A Word that Works

Pastor Nate brings the message, "A Word that Works” from 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16.  When Paul defended his ministry in Thessalonica, he did so by pointing out the changes that happened in the lives of these new Christians.  People were changed, not because of Paul's speaking skills, but because they received the Word of God in faith.  As believers we can be thankful and confident that God has given His Word to be at work in our lives. 

The Character of a Gospel Witness

The Character of a Gospel Witness

Pastor Nate brings the message, "The Character of a Gospel Witness” from 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12.  One of the greatest blessings that God gives us is the privilege of sharing the Gospel with non-Christians.  It's a joyful moment knowing that God is very specifically using that moment for His glory.  As we long to practice evangelism more and more, Paul shows us four important lessons for being a Gospel Witness.