Each week our pastors study diligently to deliver practical, thought-provoking messages from the Word of God.
In this sermon, Pastor Dorrell examines Jesus’ final hours, drawing profound lessons from His time with the disciples in Gethsemane. In the case of the disciples, their spirits were very willing, but their flesh was inhibiting. In life, no matter how good our intentions, failing to submit ourselves to the discipline of a process will produce a product likely in conflict with the good intentions of our spirit.
Read MoreIn this episode, guest speaker Kyle Ohsfeldt discusses the profound significance of the Great Commission, emphasizing the responsibility given to the disciples to spread the gospel to all nations. He challenges listeners to reflect on their personal commitment to evangelism, starting in their own communities, and to prioritize spiritual conversations and outreach in their daily lives.
Read MorePastor Andrew’s sermon highlights the challenges and rewards of following God authentically, using Mary and Joseph as examples. They faced judgment and sacrificed their plans to obey God. The message emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God's will, embracing inconvenience, and the significance of 'Emmanuel'—God with us—in our faith journey.
Read MoreIn this episode, Pastor Dorrell focuses on the parable of the ten virgins, highlighting the critical importance of preparation in all areas of life. He explains the contrast between those who are ready and those who are not, showing how moments of crisis reveal our true character and faith. Discover why being prepared is essential, how it impacts our ability to handle life's challenges, and the lasting consequences of neglecting preparation. Tune in to learn valuable lessons on making the most of every opportunity and living a life free from regret.
Read MoreWhen you don’t like the results in life you’re getting, change what you’re doing. Examine the fruit of your life. If you are not producing good fruit, change what you are doing.
Read MoreOf all the things that can be found in the biggest holiday of the year, the most important thing is our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Read MoreIn this message, we delve into the ending of the Lord's Prayer. The final line of this prayer is a pledge of allegiance to a powerful and eternal king who is above all others. This ending describes a reliance on an able and worthy king whom we are preparing to meet in eternity.
Read MoreIn this message, we dive into the topic of temptation and the internal battle that takes place within us when we face it. We explore the importance of asking God to lead us away from temptation and deliver us from the tempter's voice. As Christians, we are called to be followers of Christ and choose which voice we will follow when faced with with our vices.
Read MoreIn this episode, we explore the centrality of forgiveness and reconciliation to the gospel. We learn how forgiveness is both theological and pragmatic and how it is our greatest need and God's greatest gift. We also discover the importance of extending forgiveness to others and how it can bring about personal and relational restoration.
Read MoreIn this message, we explore the promises of God and the reasons behind them. We delve into the difficulties faced by Jesus' disciples as they did the work of the ministry and how Jesus offered them rest. We discuss the conditions of this promise, which involves submissively submitting to Jesus' yoke and adopting his lifestyle. If you're feeling weary or burdened, this message offers insights on finding rest and peace by coming to Jesus.
Read MoreIn this message, we look at the portion of the prayer in which Jesus commanded us to ask for our daily bread, representing our physical and spiritual sustenance. We should not be afraid to ask God to meet our needs, as He wants us to depend on Him like a child on a parent. However, we should also be concerned with the needs of those around us and strive to bring God's kingdom to earth. Ultimately, we must prioritize the bread of life over the bread of this world, as Christ is the only way to eternal life.
Read MoreJesus' parables teach us the importance of belief and how it impacts our lives. Giving is important, but the heart behind it matters most. Our belief causes Jesus to work in our lives and the lives of others.
Read More"Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done." is the central theme of the Lord's Prayer. It was the central theme of Christ's earthly ministry. When we pray this prayer, we are praying that God would be Lord and Ruler in our hearts. We know His kingdom has come in our hearts when His will is done in our lives.
Read MoreChrist's first instruction concerning prayer involves how we address God. We're to address Him as Father, which is both a privilege and responsibility.
Read MorePrayer is essential to the believer's ability to properly function in the world and is essential to the health of the Soul.
Read MoreThe man who sold everything gained, through a temporary loss, great wealth. There are some things worth having that we should purchase, even if it costs us everything.
Read MoreOur church is a treasure, but it takes the continued contribution of its members to remain so.
Read MoreThe self-restraint of God demonstrated on the day of Christ's crucifixion is remarkable and unparalleled in history. The jeers and mockery Christ faced, the rejection he experienced from everyone, including God the Father, are hard to fathom. All of this Christ endured willingly for us because he loves us. Love relinquishes all, and love absorbs all. What are you wiling to relinquish, and what are you willing to absorb for the sake of love?
Read MoreChrist suffered indescribably agony to be loyal to us. In the face of such willingness to be loyal to us, should we not strive to be loyal to Him?
Read MoreWinter Youth Rally 2023 - Episode 14
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