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September 7, 2025
1 Corinthians
Nate Birkholz
God's Kindness for Imperfect People

Pastor Nate brings the message, "God’s Kindness for Imperfect People” from 1 Corinthians 1:1-9.  This week we begin a new sermon series in 1 Corinthians.  You can familiarize yourself with the book by reading summary notes from a study Bible; reading the book itself, or even skimming the chapters and their subtitles.

God's Kindness for Imperfect People
August 31, 2025
Nate Birkholz
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.  

The Practice of Church Discipline
August 24, 2025
Stephen Ellison
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.

Why Church Membership Matters
August 17, 2025
Nate Birkholz
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.  

The Practice of Giving
August 10, 2025
Psalms
Nate Birkholz
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.   

Waiting for the Lord
Nate Birkholz
December 16, 2018
Matthew

When Surprised, Still Obey God

Nate Birkholz
December 16, 2018
Matthew
When Surprised, Still Obey God

This message is taken from Matthew 1:18-25. With Christmas right around the corner, we want to focus on the coming of Jesus. Joseph was shocked with a pregnancy he had nothing to do with, yet obediently followed God’s bigger plan to save His people (that’s you and me!) from their sin.

Tom Siefert
December 9, 2018
Romans

Wayne's World

Tom Siefert
December 9, 2018
Romans
Wayne's World

The message is taken from Romans 15:14-19. As we celebrate the ministry of Pastor Wayne, let’s ask the question - what is the pastor’s job? While many answers are often given to this question, Paul gives the one that is most important and the one Pastor Wayne has pursued with his life.

Wayne Muri
December 2, 2018
Ephesians

God's Word for Fathers

Wayne Muri
December 2, 2018
Ephesians
God's Word for Fathers

The message is from Ephesians 6:4.

Wayne Muri
November 25, 2018
John

Four Tests for Believers

Wayne Muri
November 25, 2018
John
Four Tests for Believers

This message is taken from John 21.

Nate Birkholz
November 18, 2018
Ephesians

The Lord's Home

Nate Birkholz
November 18, 2018
Ephesians
The Lord's Home

God has a clear plan for life at home. Both children and fathers are addressed in Ephesians 6:1-4 and what the Bible says to both is worth heeding.

Tagged: Ephesians

Nate Birkholz
November 11, 2018
Ephesians, 1 Corinthians

The Covenant of Marital Sex

Nate Birkholz
November 11, 2018
Ephesians, 1 Corinthians
The Covenant of Marital Sex

We have been studying the roles of marriage from Ephesians 5. We continue in this study looking at 1 Corinthians 7:1-5 and God’s gift of sex for covenantal marriage.

Tagged: Ephesians

Nate Birkholz
November 4, 2018
Ephesians

Christ in Ephesians

Nate Birkholz
November 4, 2018
Ephesians
Christ in Ephesians

In Ephesians 1:20-23, we will be looking at the work of Christ on our behalf.

Tagged: Ephesians

Nate Birkholz
October 28, 2018
Ephesians

Marriage - Part 2; Husband: Love Your Wife

Nate Birkholz
October 28, 2018
Ephesians
Marriage - Part 2; Husband: Love Your Wife

This message is taken from Ephesians 5:25-33. When it comes to the way they relate to their wives, husbands tend to fall into three categories: resentment, respect, or love. Husband, God has given you a clear path to follow in regards to your marriage: love your wife as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.

Tagged: Ephesians

Nate Birkholz
October 21, 2018
Ephesians

Marriage - Part 1; The Spirit of a Wife Before the Lord

Nate Birkholz
October 21, 2018
Ephesians
Marriage - Part 1; The Spirit of a Wife Before the Lord

This message is taken from Ephesians 5:18-24. Everything God creates, which includes marriage, is perfect. In the next few weeks we are going to be studying marriage, and in this message we are looking at why God desires a submissive spirit from a wife to her husband.

Tagged: Ephesians

Nate Birkholz
October 14, 2018
Ephesians

The Life of Spirit-Filled Christians

Nate Birkholz
October 14, 2018
Ephesians
The Life of Spirit-Filled Christians

The message is taken from Ephesians 5:15-21. The Bible teaches that God has given His Spirit to help Christians. Would you be able to recognize any ares in your life where the Helper is at work?

Tagged: Ephesians

Ken Mbugua
October 7, 2018
Hebrews

You Have Need for Endurance

Ken Mbugua
October 7, 2018
Hebrews
You Have Need for Endurance

Pastor Ken Mbugua brings the message, "You Have Need for Endurance" from Hebrews 10.  He serves as the pastor at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Nairobi, Kenya. 

Nate Birkholz
September 30, 2018
Ephesians

You Are Light!

Nate Birkholz
September 30, 2018
Ephesians
You Are Light!

The message is taken from Ephesians 5:7-14. Where would you be today if the light of Christ had not shined on your heart and life? Christ is still shining His light through believers into darkness, and it is our prayer that we would see darkness around us become light! Are we faithfully reflecting His light?

Tagged: Ephesians

Nate Birkholz
September 23, 2018
Ephesians

Do Not Be Deceived About Sexual Sin

Nate Birkholz
September 23, 2018
Ephesians
Do Not Be Deceived About Sexual Sin

The message is taken from Ephesians 5:1-7. If you were given a chance to exhort Christians (or even the world) concerning the seriousness of sexual immorality, what argument would you give? In this message we see Paul making the most succinct statements; and, they are weighty, attention-getting, and definitely helpful.

Tagged: Ephesians

Nate Birkholz
September 16, 2018
Ephesians

Be Gracious

Nate Birkholz
September 16, 2018
Ephesians
Be Gracious

In this passage of Ephesians, we see another practice of Godliness: being gracious. When you gaze a the Gospel you can’t help but see God’s grace to each one of us.

Tagged: Ephesians

Nate Birkholz
September 16, 2018
Isaiah

Victory Through Surrender

Nate Birkholz
September 16, 2018
Isaiah
Victory Through Surrender

This devotional is from Isaiah 40 and will be a help to get through the week.

Tagged: Isaiah

Nate Birkholz
September 9, 2018
Ephesians

Grace Talk

Nate Birkholz
September 9, 2018
Ephesians
Grace Talk

The message is from Ephesians 4:29.  Paul describes two forms of communication: corrupt, rancid talk or grace talk.  The effects of both are polar opposite and in this sermon we look at the big picture that God says about both.

Tagged: Ephesians

Tom Siefert
August 26, 2018
1 Peter

The Devil Roars, but God Rules

Tom Siefert
August 26, 2018
1 Peter
The Devil Roars, but God Rules

This message is taken from 1 Peter 5:8-11. The Christian has a vicious enemy who will do anything in his power to destroy his/her faith. This message considers how fierce the devil is and the strategy Peter gives us for resisting his attacks.

Nate Birkholz
August 19, 2018
Ephesians

Beware of Anger

Nate Birkholz
August 19, 2018
Ephesians
Beware of Anger

This message is taken from Ephesians 4:26-27.  It looks at the Biblical helps to combat anger.

Nate Birkholz
August 19, 2018
Ephesians

Tell the Truth

Nate Birkholz
August 19, 2018
Ephesians
Tell the Truth

The message is from Ephesians 4:25-5:1.  Unfortunately, the daily headlines are filled with messy lies and cover-ups.  In this study we see where truth must reign...among Christians.  Think about the ramifications of truth telling.

Nate Birkholz
August 12, 2018
Ephesians

A New Life

Nate Birkholz
August 12, 2018
Ephesians
A New Life

The passage, Ephesians 4:17-24, teaches that life before Christ and life after Christ look very different.  Can you see the difference?  We'll see three specific steps that will help you in your life after Christ.   

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