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 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, "Christmas Joy” from Psalm 4 and John 15:1-11. The season with all of its festivities is ramping up as we get closer and closer to Christmas. Christmas parties, choir concerts, and gift exchanges are putting smiles on our faces. But, does God give us a joy that goes beyond the thrills of the season? Yes, He does and on Sunday we'll study this theme of Biblical joy.
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.
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.
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.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "We’re Not That Glorious” from Psalm 24. It is so easy to slip back into the mindset of the sun: "everything is supposed to revolve around me." But, God graciously sets us straight in Psalm 24 by showing us the high glory of Jesus. Everything, including ourselves, revolves around Him.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "God is Sovereign” from Psalm 2. During the month of August we are looking at how God's sovereign authority should give His people hope. This Sunday, we will see how God's sovereignty over the nations can keep Christians from losing their minds during a season of political chaos.
Pastor Nate brings the message, "God is Good.” Do you ever get in a tailspin when you focus on the prosperity of the wicked? Well, join the Asaph-party of Psalm 73. It’s a psalm that presents the envious motives of our souls and the frustrations that follow. But then Asaph shares his personal testimony of how God brought him back into line.
