Listen to the Messages – December 6, 2015

“Listen to the Messages” Luke 1:68-80, Luke 3:1-6, Malachi 2:17-3:4 Join us this Advent season as we experience the coming of Jesus.  We will be walking with Rev. Gloria Coffin where the faithful walked – this week anticipating answers in all the messages!

The Power of Thankfulness – November 22, 2015

The Power of Thankfulness Text: Romans 1:1-32 This week, Rev. George Van Syckel explores the concept of thankfulness.  The Power of Thankfulness: it provides 1) the pathway to humility, 2) protection from the enemy, 3) peace in adversity, 4) and is the prerequisite to success. Thankfulness is rooted in the forgiveness of our sin which…

The Father’s Love

“The Father’s Love” Text: Luke 15:11-32 Rev. Paul Vail joins us this week.  While Luke 15:11-32 is often referred to as the “Parable of the Prodigal Son,” Rev. Vail suggests it may be better described as the “Parable of the Father’s Love.”  Just as the father in the parable gives his returning son gifts out…

Fred Yosua – October 11, 2015

Fred Yosua Text: Job 23:1-10, 16-17; Hebrews 4:12-16; Mark 10:7-21 Congregation member Fred Yosua gives this week’s message.  Job and the Rich Young Ruler both have an encounter with God, and neither one gets what they expect from Him.  That has implications for our expectations of God too.

I AM… the Vine – September 20, 2015

“I AM… the Vine” Text: John 15:1-17, Psalm 1 We conclude our series on the “I AM” statements of Jesus with a look at what it means to be connected to The Vine. We are to be like a tree planted by streams of living water, bearing fruit, and always in season.

I AM… the Resurrection & the Life – September 6, 2015

“I AM… the Resurrection & the Life” Text: Ezekiel 37:1-14, John 11:17-25 Ezekiel’s vision of dry bones coupled with the raising of Lazarus reminds us that with God, there is no such thing as “beyond all hope.” Pastor Jon continues our study on the “I Am” words of Jesus, considering what it means to say that Jesus…

I AM… the Gate and the Good Shepherd – August 23, 2015

I AM… the Gate and the Good Shepherd Text: John 10:1-18 Jesus uses the familiar image of the shepherd to help us understand His care, guidance, and protection of the sheep. We also learn that Jesus shepherds the flock, not just individual sheep. As the sheep of God’s pasture, it is vital that we remain…

I AM… the Bread of Life – August 9, 2015

“I AM… the Bread of Life” Text: John 6 We begin a series looking at the I AM statements of Jesus, found in the Gospel of John. Bread is basic… essential… and earthy. Bread reminds us of the need for fellowship and communion. Daily bread reminds us that we need to daily rely on God.…

Divine Encounters: Saved and Sent

Divine Encounters: “Saved and Sent” Text: Isaiah 6:1-8, Luke 5:1-11 The stories of Isaiah, Peter, and Paul show us what it might be like to be in the presence of the Most Holy God. Like them, we are confronted with our own sinfulness, we encounter God’s grace, and we are invited to participate in the Mission…