Welcome to the first week of our "Good News" series! Today, David Marvin is reading through John 3:1-17, where we encounter the pivotal interaction between Jesus and Nicodemus. We trace Nicodemus's journey from confusion about how God's heart is for everyone and that everyone gets to God the same way, to truly comprehending what it means to be a follower of Jesus. We're reminded that the issue is not whether you behave; rather, have you trusted in Jesus as your Savior?
Read MoreWelcome to the final week of our Colossians series! Today, we're diving into Colossians 4:7-18, exploring the redemptive story of Onesimus, a runaway slave who becomes a faithful servant. This narrative serves as a powerful reminder that we are called to be reconciled with God and others, emphasizing the truth that no past is more powerful than God's forgiveness. David Marvin challenged us to reflect on our relationships, prompting us to consider the question, "Is there someone we need to forgive?"
Read MoreWelcome to the second to last week of our Colossians series! We're in Colossians 4:2-6, and this passage stresses the importance of being both a People of Prayer and a People that Share. Matt Wideman will share personal experiences about the challenges and rewards of prayer and the transformative power prayer has had in his life, especially during difficult times like his wife's battle with cancer.
The passage also discusses the significance of sharing the gospel with outsiders, urging us to approach conversations with wisdom, grace, and a genuine desire to connect others with the love of Christ. Let's take steps to prioritize intimacy with Jesus through prayer and to actively seek opportunities to share the gospel with those around us!
Read MoreWelcome to week eight of our Colossians series! This week we're in Colossians 3:18–4:1, and it's all about the "house rules" as followers of Christ. It's like a guidebook for living well. We're going to see how spouses, parents, and workers are supposed to live in light of being Christ-followers.
The main idea is that we should treat everyone with care and kindness, whether we're at home or work. The Bible says we should love each other and work hard, not just for rewards here on Earth, but to please God. So, let's remember to be kind and loving in everything we do, whether it's at home with our families or at work with our co-workers!
Read MoreIt's week seven in our Colossians series, and this week, we see something powerful about our position in Christ and how it impacts our ability to change. If you're feeling stuck, maybe it's time to explore that deeper transformation together. Journey with us through this and discover the lasting change we're longing for.
Read MoreWelcome to week six of studying the book of Colossians! This Sunday, David Leventhal went through verses 2:16-23, reminding us that in Him we're free!
Read MoreWelcome to week five of studying the book of Colossians! This Sunday, David Leventhal went through verses 2:6-15 reminding us that we have ALL we need in Jesus.
Throughout this series, you'll see the theme of the book: The All-Sufficiency of Christ—Seeing Him Clearly, Included in Him Completely, and Walking in Him Freely. Join us to understand its historical, cultural, geographical, literary, and thematic contexts, setting the stage for a profound exploration of the sufficiency of Christ.
Read MoreWelcome to week four of studying the book of Colossians! This Sunday, Kyle Kaigler went through verses 1:24-2:5, emphasizing the importance of placing Jesus at the center of our lives and that settling for anything less is akin to settling for a scratch-and-sniff version of Christ's true richness.
Read MoreWelcome to week two of studying the book of Colossians! This Sunday, we went through verses 3-14, learning about the transformative power of the gospel, emphasizing gratitude for others' faith and love, the importance of prayer for increased faith and maturity, and expressing thanksgiving for all that the gospel has accomplished. The analogy of wearing a new jersey represents the believers' identification with Team Jesus and the profound changes brought about by the gospel in their lives.
Read MoreWelcome to week two of studying the book of Colossians! This Sunday, we went through verses 3-14, learning about the transformative power of the gospel, emphasizing gratitude for others' faith and love, the importance of prayer for increased faith and maturity, and expressing thanksgiving for all that the gospel has accomplished. The analogy of wearing a new jersey represents the believers' identification with Team Jesus and the profound changes brought about by the gospel in their lives.
Read MoreWelcome to our new series on Colossians!
This week we're doing a big overview of the book, and as we go, we'll unravel the mysteries behind its writing, addressing questions about the authorship, the intended audience, and the potential challenges faced by the early believers in Colossae.
Throughout this series you'll see the theme of the book: The All-Sufficiency of Christ—Seeing Him Clearly, Included in Him Completely, and Walking in Him Freely. Join us to understand its historical, cultural, geographical, literary, and thematic contexts, setting the stage for a profound exploration of the sufficiency of Christ.
Read MoreBefore we look forward to 2024 and all that God has for us, we wanted to take a look back at 2023 and see how God was working in our midst this year.
Check out this discipleship resource as we don't have in-person services on Sunday, December 31. We pray that 2024 is a year where you know and experience God's unending, unchanging, eternal love for you.
Read MoreMerry Christmas! We are wrapping up our Christmas Tree series by looking at the theme of hope during Christmas, tracing its interruptions through history. As we look back on Jesus's family tree, we end with Mary, and we see how hope disrupted her plans with the unexpected birth of our Savior.
The message concludes by highlighting hope for all people, symbolized by the Magi from the East, and connects the Christmas tree to the cross, symbolizing the profound hope brought through the Savior's sacrifice.
Read MoreWelcome to week three of our series, the Christmas Tree, where we're digging into the family tree of Jesus. Meet David, a legendary figure mentioned in Matthew 1, and find out why he's so crucial to Jesus's family tree. We're talking about his ups, his downs, and everything in between.
This week, we're unpacking some life lessons from David's journey—like how our choices have consequences, why having honest friends matters, and the fact that no matter what mess we make, God has an unconditional covenant with His Church, and He will never leave us. This message is all about the real, messy, and beautiful side of Christmas.
Read MoreThroughout The Christmas Tree series, we will explore four surprising stories in Jesus' family tree found in Matthew 1:1-6. This week is the story of Ruth, the most romantic story amid the darkest moment in Isreal history, the period of Judges. David plays the movie, walking us through the entire book of Ruth, showing us how God is at work both then and now.
Read MoreThroughout The Christmas Tree series, we will explore four surprising stories in Jesus' family tree found in Matthew 1:1-6. David Marvin starts with Rehab and her transformation from a labeled prostitute to a key figure in the royal lineage of God. Rahab's story from Joshua 2 illustrates God's pursuit, rescue, and transformative grace.
Read MoreDaniel and his friends, captured and taken to Babylon, faced a pivotal choice: to assimilate into the culture or stand firm in their faith. Despite potential consequences, Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the king's offerings, showing how small decisions impact greater victories.
This message from Marvin Walker explores how decisions determine our destiny, and the importance of standing through preparation, application, and dedication. The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace shows that standing for faith may not always lead to immediate victory, but God can show up in unexpected ways. The ultimate message is a call to stand firm, stand out, and stand up for one's faith, as decisions will ultimately shape destiny.
Read MoreIn this sermon, JP shows us the three obstacles, anxiety, temptation, and suffering, addressed in 1 Peter 5:6-10 and how we are to combat them with a Kingdom-first mindset.
Read MoreWelcome to our Generous series! As we kick off, David Marvin walked through how Jesus taught about money, specifically how our lives are opportunities that can be filled with meaningful investments or spent acquiring material possessions. Jesus encourages us to prioritize investing in eternity and serving God rather than pursuing wealth for its own sake. Money, according to Jesus, reveals our perspective on eternity, our heart's condition, and who we ultimately serve.
Read MoreWelcome to our Generous series! As we kick off, David Marvin walked through how Jesus taught about money, specifically how our lives are opportunities that can be filled with meaningful investments or spent acquiring material possessions. Jesus encourages us to prioritize investing in eternity and serving God rather than pursuing wealth for its own sake. Money, according to Jesus, reveals our perspective on eternity, our heart's condition, and who we ultimately serve.
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