The Spirit of Creation and Redemption
The Spirit was active in both our creation and redemption, and in His ongoing work in our lives He is restoring God’s original intent for creation and our place within it.
Genesis 1:1-2; Deuteronomy 32:9-12
The Spirit, the Word, and the Means of Grace
God wants to fill His people with His Spirit and this is primarily done as we consistently participate in faith with the means of grace He has ordained for His people.
Acts 2:42
The Person of the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Trinity. He indwells us personally, and this gives us the unique ability to know and experience His presence on a continual basis. Therefore, it is important that we come to know this Person, who is God.
Romans 8:12-27
The Holy Spirit: The Empowering Presence of God
The Holy Spirit is the Empowering Presence of God Himself, sent to grant wisdom, power, gifts, and character from the Holy Trinity to the people of God.
2 Corinthians 13:14
Mexico 2008 Mission Trip Report
This Sunday, our short-term missionaries who have returned from Lee & Carol Short’s ministry in Vallarta, Mexico, will be sharing their experiences and testimonies.
The Kingdom of God
How often do we argue the finer points of Scripture with individuals who may never see the Kingdom of God. We need to learn to major in the majors and minor in the minors.
John 3:1-21
God is Holy
God is holy, calls us to be holy, and has given us his Holy Spirit so that we can be holy.
Isaiah 6:1-8
The Character of Christ
It is imperative that we have a fully developed image of Christ, and that image should have a deep impact on every area of our lives.
Revelation 19:6-16
Reaching Future Generations
God calls to us through the law and the Gospel to love Him with our entire being, and to raise future generations to turn to Christ so they can do the same thing.
Deuteronomy 6:4-9
What It Means to be a Disciple
A disciple is one who recognizes their sin, receives the forgiveness offered in Christ, and lives a life of worship and service in the context of a local community of believers.
Acts 2:36-47
When Faith Is Tested
We are called to trust God when our faith is tested, even when all seems lost, knowing that He will provide all we need in Christ.
Genesis 22:1-19
Created to be a Dreamer
We all take actions, pursue relationships, and feel emotions, based on rational beliefs that we have defined within our lives. What is it that informs those definitions? It is the mindsets or dreams that we base our lives upon. How do we respond when those dreams or mindsets appear to be shattered?
John 20:1-10
Confession is Good for the Soul
The blessing of total forgiveness by God awaits those who confess their sins and turn to Christ in faith.
Psalm 32
The Supremacy of the Gospel Through Suffering
In a world wrecked by turmoil and suffering, our Heavenly Father has revealed the Gospel to comfort and carry us to the place of worship.
2 Corinthians 1:3-7
God’s Revelation – And Our Response
God has revealed Himself to us through creation and Scripture, and we are called to respond with humble confession, prayer, and faith.
Psalm 19
Who’s Your Master
You cannot continue to sin, because of your unity with Christ, which has brought you a new life no longer under the power of sin.
Romans 6:1-14
Series Outline for Philippians – Joy In Every Circumstance
In this series, we work through the entire book of Philippians verse by verse. As we do this, we discover how we can experience joy in every circumstance as we focus on Christ and His Gospel and walk in unity with our brothers and sisters.
Living as a Community of Joy
As we walk in community with a focus on our eternal inheritance, we can experience joy, no matter what our circumstances are at present.
Philippians 1:4-6
The Centrality of Christ and His Gospel
The central issue of true life is Christ and His Gospel, which gives us life and should be central in our thought and existence.
Philippians 1:21, 27
A Life of Joyful Contentment
Christ enables us to live a life of joyful contentment, regardless of the circumstances of our present existence.
Philippians 4:10-23
A Godward Life
Rather than facing our circumstances with anxiety, we should draw near to God and live for Him, knowing the God of peace is with us.
Philippians 4:4-9
The Call to Live in Community
Paul urges believers to walk in community so that they can stand for the Gospel in the face of opposition.
Philippians 4:1-3
Youseff Ouramane – International Christian Concern
Youseff Ouramane shares about God’s work in Algeria.
Acts 8:1-8
Our Present Struggle and Our Future Glory
The Christian life is characterized by the pursuit of Christ, the struggle against sin, and the hope of our glorious future in heaven with Christ.
Philippians 3:12-21
Our Confidence in Christ: Holding on to the Gospel
The continental divide of life is where we place our confidence – ourselves and our own righteousness, or Christ and His righteousness.
Philippians 3:1-11