2018 SERMONS
AUDIO SERMONS
Nunc Dimittis – Seeing the Light
Spiritual light and Physical light have more in common than you might think.
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- Dec 30, 2018Nunc Dimittis – Seeing the Light
Nunc Dimittis – Seeing the LightSpiritual light and Physical light have more in common than you might think.
- Dec 24, 2018Gloria – The Song of Peace and Hope
Gloria – The Song of Peace and HopeIn the midst of the ordinary, something extraordinary.
- Dec 23, 2018Benedictus – Pointing the Way to the Song
Benedictus – Pointing the Way to the SongWe can answer Zechariah’s call to be Way-Pointers by living the redemption won by the ‘Horn of Salvation’.
- Dec 16, 2018Magnificat – Savoring the Song of Hope
Magnificat – Savoring the Song of HopeWe can join Mary’s song when we recognize and embrace our role in God’s Advent today.
- Dec 2, 2018In Principio – It Began With a Song
In Principio – It Began With a SongWe are invited to join in the Song of Christmas when we embrace the One who is the Song, Jesus Christ.
- Nov 25, 2018Humbled and Exalted
Humbled and ExaltedThe "Christ Hymn" has much to teach us about having "the mind of Christ."
As much a part of Christmas as decorations and presents, the Christmas season is defined by song. In fact, the Bible is full of songs announcing the coming and birth of the Savior. We begin on Christ the King Sunday with the “Christ Hymn” from Philippians 2. Then, beginning December 2, we’ll take a look at six of those songs and find ourselves connecting with the eager anticipation of that first Christmas as we look forward to and prepare for this coming celebration of the birth of our Savior.
Battle Plan
When we know the battle plan, we can stand firm in God's mighty power.
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- Nov 18, 2018Battle Plan
Battle PlanWhen we know the battle plan, we can stand firm in God's mighty power.
- Nov 11, 2018Submit!(?)
Submit!(?)We revere Christ when we submit to one another.
- Nov 6, 2018Imitating Jesus
Imitating JesusWe imitate Jesus when we lead a life of love.
- Oct 28, 2018Burn the Ships
Burn the ShipsWhen we “burn the ships” to our old self, we are freed to experience the fullness of the new life God has for all of us.
- Oct 21, 2018In Rhythm
In RhythmWhen the church is healthy, she dances.
- Oct 14, 2018A Prayer for Riches
A Prayer for RichesWe can know and experience the richness of God’s love for us by following the model of prayer Paul gives in Ephesians 3.
- Oct 7, 2018Mysterious
MysteriousWe can take heart when we realize it was always God’s plan to reveal his mysteries through the Church.
- Sep 30, 2018Strangers No More
Strangers No MoreWhen we remember who we used to be and how Christ has transformed us, we find a renewed sense of identity and passion for ministry.
- Sep 23, 2018Masterpiece
Masterpiece
We can serve God freely and joyfully, knowing we are His masterpiece saved by grace.
- Sep 16, 2018Empowering Prayer
Empowering PrayerOur prayers are empowered when we embrace the hope, inheritance and power that is already ours in Jesus Christ.
William Hendriksen opens his commentary on Ephesians with these words: “Loathsome wickedness marked the world of Paul’s day (Eph. 2:2; cf. Rom. 1:18-32) . Efforts to improve this condition were largely unsuccessful. Mankind was “without hope” (2:12). The same perversity coupled with pessimism obtains today.” He wrote those words in 1967. And what was true in AD 67, and in 1967, is still true today, in 2018. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians abounds with hope and overflows with the lavishness of God’s blessings. As we work our way through this amazing book, we will see that True riches can’t be found in anything the world offers, but rather flow unceasingly from God.
Got Questions?
Pastor David answered questions submitted by the congregation about faith and the Bible.
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- Sep 2, 2018Got Questions?
Got Questions?Pastor David answered questions submitted by the congregation about faith and the Bible.
- Aug 26, 2018Finding God’s Heart
Finding God’s HeartWhen we listen to the voice of the Shepherd, we find God's heart.
- Aug 19, 2018Anger Issues
Anger IssuesWe do well when in our anger we turn to the Lord.
- Aug 12, 2018Flowing with Faith
Flowing with FaithFaith flows when we follow the example of the Ninevites.
- Aug 5, 2018Second Chances
Second ChancesIn the economics of grace, we are always given a chance, a challenge and a change.
- Jul 29, 2018A Whale of a Tale
A Whale of a TaleIn the belly of the whale, we find a salvation already come but not yet complete.
- Jul 22, 2018Reaping the Whirlwind
Reaping the WhirlwindGod uses the storms of our life to cleanse, purify and deepen our faith.
- Jul 15, 2018Running from God
Running from GodIn spite of our faithlessness, God is always faithful.
The story of Jonah is simple enough for children to grasp, yet rich enough for adults to delight in as well. Interestingly enough, the portion of the story that Jonah is best known for is only a couple of verses out of the entire book. As we work our way through this well-known tale, we will not only see ourselves in the story, but begin to find God’s heart of relentless love for His children.
Summer Guest Preachers
In June and July, we were blessed to hear from three guest preachers. You can find their messages here.
Nothing Else Matters
When we’ve finished chasing the wind, we find that only three things remain.
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- Jun 17, 2018Nothing Else Matters
Nothing Else MattersWhen we’ve finished chasing the wind, we find that only three things remain.
- Jun 10, 2018Mellon Collie & the Infinite Sadness
Mellon Collie & the Infinite SadnessThrough embracing our frailty and mortality, we find that the shadows prove the sunshine.
- Jun 3, 2018One (Is the Loneliest Number)
One (Is the Loneliest Number)We find the antidote to our increased isolation by pursing community grounded in Jesus Christ.
- May 27, 2018Boulevard of Broken Dreams
Boulevard of Broken DreamsWhen the stuff of earth is stripped away, hope comes on the winds of Heaven.
At first glance, Ecclesiastes can seem like a pessimistic pile of skepticism and futility. But there’s a reason why this book is included in the canon of Scripture, and it’s part of why it’s one of my favorite books in the whole Bible. As Eugene Peterson writes,“The author’s cool skepticism, a refreshing negation to the lush and seductive suggestions swirling around us, promising everything but delivering nothing, clears the air. And once the air is cleared, we are ready for reality – for God.” Over the course of this series, we’ll look at the futility of everything, the necessity of community, the life-giving nature of grief, and wrap up with a look at the only thing that really matters in the end.
God In The House
Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we can follow the apostles in transforming our communities.
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- May 20, 2018God In The House
God In The HouseThrough the power of the Holy Spirit, we can follow the apostles in transforming our communities.
- May 13, 2018Courage & Hope
Courage & HopeWe are able to take courage and have hope because of the atoning work of Jesus Christ.
- May 6, 2018A Sure Salvation
A Sure SalvationThrough the atoning work of Jesus Christ, we are given a sure and certain salvation.
- Apr 29, 2018The Whole World
The Whole WorldWe are assured of our salvation as we cultivate fellowship with God through Jesus Christ.
- Apr 22, 2018My Sacrifice
My Sacrifice
Through the atoning work of Jesus Christ, we are able to offer God the living sacrifice of our hearts.
- Apr 15, 2018It Was Always The Plan
It Was Always The PlanIt was always God’s plan to save us through the atoning sacrifice of the Suffering Servant.
- Apr 8, 2018My Lord and My God!
My Lord and My God!May we follow Thomas' example and find ourselves in Jesus' presence, declaring, "My Lord and my God!"
- Apr 1, 2018Jimmy Buffett Was Right
Jimmy Buffett Was RightWe can fully live out the hope of the Christian life by focusing on the double cure given that Easter morning.
Emil Brunner once wrote, “[the atonement] is the Christian religion itself; it is the main point; it is not something alongside of the center, it is the substance and kernel, not the husk.” But many today struggle to accept this most central of Christian doctrines. Through this series, we will seek to understand the importance of Christ’s atoning sacrifice on the cross and what it means for our faith and our life today.
Dance!
We can know the faithfulness and joy that they knew that first Palm Sunday when we move to the same rhythm as Christ.
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- Mar 25, 2018Dance!
Dance!We can know the faithfulness and joy that they knew that first Palm Sunday when we move to the same rhythm as Christ.
- Mar 18, 2018Wrestle
WrestleIn wrestling with God, we find that His blessings are often more than meets the eye.
- Mar 11, 2018Humbled
HumbledThe blessings of God are opened to us when we walk the humble path of the Kingdom.
- Mar 4, 2018Imagine
ImagineWhen we are grounded in the love of God, we begin to see the future hope and present reality of the Kingdom of God.
- Feb 25, 2018Beloved
Beloved
When we embrace the depths of love God has for who we truly are, we are set free from our false self.
- Feb 18, 2018Grounded
GroundedWhen we seek to ‘abide in Christ,’ we find the joy for which we’re all searching.
As we transition from winter to spring, most of us will celebrate the annual ritual known as “spring cleaning.” We clean out the cruft, muck, dust and general detritus that’s built up in our homes and yards over the past year in preparation for the warmth and growth of spring. Spring cleaning isn’t usually fun, and its often messy, but it’s worth the work because we know what is to come. Lent provides an opportunity for us to do some “spiritual spring cleaning” to make room for new spiritual growth.
The Gospel of the Revealed King
When we recognize the King revealed in the Gospel, the only response we can give is to listen to him.
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- Feb 11, 2018The Gospel of the Revealed King
The Gospel of the Revealed KingWhen we recognize the King revealed in the Gospel, the only response we can give is to listen to him.
- Feb 4, 2018The Gospel of the King Trusted
The Gospel of the King TrustedWhen we exchange the shadow of the Gospel for the reality, we find fulness of life by trusting in Jesus Christ.
- Jan 28, 2018The Gospel of the Devoted King
The Gospel of the Devoted KingWe can nurture a Christ-like devotion when we follow the example of the Devoted King.
- Jan 21, 2018The Gospel of the Redeeming King
The Gospel of the Redeeming KingIn the Gospel of King Jesus, we find a redemption far bigger than we ever could have imagined.
- Jan 14, 2018The Gospel of the Threatening King
The Gospel of the Threatening KingWe can find the life of true freedom offered by the Gospel of King Jesus when we realize the threat posed by this King.
- Jan 7, 2018The Gospel of the Worshipped King
The Gospel of the Worshipped KingWhen we recognize Jesus as King, we are invited to join the Magi in worshipping him in fulness and in truth.
- Dec 31, 2017The Beginning of the Gospel
The Beginning of the Gospel
The Christian season of Epiphany runs from January 6 (the Feast of Epiphany) up to Ash Wednesday, when Lent begins. It is a season in which we intentionally and purposefully reflect on the wonder and awe of the incarnation of God in Jesus Christ. And it provides for us an opportunity to look, with fresh eyes and ears, at the Gospel. For the Apostles, the Gospel was simply (and profoundly) the declaration of the good news that King Jesus has come to redeem Israel and all people. That is what we’re seeking to explore through this series.
