Time to Grow Up

Time to Grow Up

Pastor Nate brings the message, “Time to Grow Up” from 1 Corinthians 3:1-9.  You've seen the toddler who has to have it his way.  That little guy can disrupt a room full of people. In the church, Christians can act like toddlers and it can cause all kinds of division.  In this first section of 1 Corinthians (chapters 1-4), God's Word continues to lead us away from our sinfulness in order to find unity in Christ.

Confidence in God, Not Ourselves

Confidence in God, Not Ourselves

Pastor Nate brings the message, “Confidence in God, Not Ourselves” from 1 Corinthians 2.  What role would you be playing if God did push a true, Christ-exalting, gospel-centered revival into the hearts of people?  Providentially, we arrive at 1 Corinthians 2 this Sunday where the Bible gives us a sound confidence that God uses His methods, not the world's, to ultimately carry out the work.   

Believing What is Foolish

Believing What is Foolish

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Believing What is Foolish” from 1 Corinthians 1:18-31.The message of the Gospel will always be rejected by some as utter nonsense and foolishness.  Yet, God has seen fit to show His wisdom through the cross and bring people from all over the world to Himself.  Because the gospel is the power of God unto salvation, we will keep the foolishness of the gospel at the center and boast, not in ourselves, but in Him.   

Gospel Unity for a Divided Church

Gospel Unity for a Divided Church

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Gospel Unity for a Divided Church” from 1 Corinthians 1:10-17.  Could members of a church ever divide over favorite leadership personalities?  In Corinth well-known leaders like Paul, Apollos, and Peter were becoming icons of loyalty, and Paul wasn't having any of it.  This first section of 1 Corinthians is instructive for Christians concerning the essential center for unity in the church.

The Practice of Church Discipline

The Practice of Church Discipline

Pastor Nate brings the message, "The Practice of Church Discipline” from Matthew 16:13-9; 18:15-20.  Just the mention of church discipline can leave Christians feeling uneasy, more than likely because it has been done poorly in so many different contexts.  Yet, the practice itself is a responsibility that Jesus has given to His church.  So, on Sunday, we will look at this important Biblical practice with humility and aim to grow in obeying our King.  

Why Church Membership Matters

Why Church Membership Matters

Pastor Stephen brings the message, "Why Church Membership Matters.” Is church membership a modern practice, or a Biblical one? Is it more like being a family member, or a Costco member? Many of us have questions about just how essential this practice is. Many of us may question what it is. This Sunday, we'll look at what Scripture has to say about the believers responsibility to the local church.

The Practice of Giving

The Practice of Giving

Pastor Nate brings the message, "The Practice of Giving."  For the next three weeks we will turn to the Bible to look at healthy practices for a local church.  This week we are looking at the practice of giving; next week is the practice of membership and serving.  The last week we will cover the practice of Biblical discipline. Ask God to use this series in your own life and for His glory in the church.  

Waiting for the Lord

Waiting for the Lord

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Waiting for the Lord” from Psalm 27.  Pastor Nate brings the message, "Waiting for the Lord" from Psalm 27. What can you do when fear threatens the security of your life? In Psalm 27 God gives us a way for fear to be defeated by a Biblically driven faith that waits for the Lord.  What does that faith look like?  Let's study Psalm 27 together to find out.   

God, Test Me

God, Test Me

Pastor Nate brings the message, "God, Test Me” from Psalm 26.  We gathered together as a church family around the communion table and celebrated the victorious work of Christ over sin and death.  Paul says that as we approach this gathering we ought to examine ourselves for unrepentant sin.  The passage and sermon of Psalm 26 helps us to confidently examine our lives under God's steadfast love...love that changes our lives.

God's Plan for Shame

God's Plan for Shame

Pastor Nate brings the message, "God’s Plan for Shame” from Psalm 25.  Shame occasionally shows up and is the unwanted guest in our hearts.  People's words, their hurtful actions, or even our own sins can open the door to this intruder, and he can stick around for years.  In Psalm 25 David helps us voice our hurt and plead with the Lord for help.  

The Influence of the Resurrection

The Influence of the Resurrection

Pastor Andy brings the message, "The Influence of the Resurrection.”  The resurrection of Jesus is the defining moment in human history. It is a miracle without parallel in all the history of mankind. And because of its sheer magnitude we sometimes forget the practical benefits that God has given believers on the basis of Christ's resurrection. Lord willing, these will leave us in a thankful attitude as we share in the Lord's table together at the end of the service.

Last Words

Last Words

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Last Words” from Joshua 22-24.  In this final sermon of our Joshua series the last words from Israel's leader come in the form of a challenge: "Choose whom you will serve". Every day, every moment we are making a choice as to whom we will serve. It's either God or self.  Pray that God uses His Word this Sunday to encourage His people to choose Him.

A Surprising Inheritance

A Surprising Inheritance

Pastor Nate brings the message, "A Surprising Inheritance” from Joshua 13-21.  Big chunks of Scripture outlining land allotments/inheritances to ancient Israel can seem insignificant and, quite frankly, boring for today's reader.  But all Scripture is profitable for us (2 Tim 3:16), and in this week's sermon we will see that God has a purpose for including this information in His Word to us. 

Depending on God

Depending on God

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Depending on God” from Joshua 9-12. Have you taken time to pray over the matters you are facing today?  We might aim for a quick answer with Gemini or ChatGPT or call a friend, but will you take a moment to seek God first?  Joshua 9-12 helps us keep life simple: go to God first and depend on Him to lead you through the day.    

Who is Ultimate?

Who is Ultimate?

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Who is Ultimate?” from Joshua 5:15 - 8:35.  When Joshua and the rest of Israel approached the Jordan, they trusted what god had told them.  When they approached Jericho, they had to trust what God had declared.  When God spoke of sin, some failed to trust His commands.  This passage brings us back to simplicity: trust what God has spoken…and obey.

God Does the Impossible

God Does the Impossible

Pastor Nate brings the message, "God Does the Impossible” from Joshua 3-4.  God delights in doing the "impossible" in order to bring glory to Himself.  For example, when the Jordan River was at peak height during the flood season, God chose to take Israel across it-on dry ground.  His powerful works are a reminder that God is carrying out a good plan in and through the lives of His people and nothing can stop Him.