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Psalms 119:1-8 “The Gospel of the Law”
October 07, 2020 01:07 - 75.1 MBMessage: Psalms 119:1-8 “The Gospel of the Law” Guest: Devon Scott
Luke 17:1, 3-5 “The Faith to Forgive”
September 28, 2020 00:57 - 58.5 MBMessage: Luke 17:1, 3-5 “The Faith to Forgive” In this Sunday’s message from the series “The Grudge” we’ll be looking at the why and how to forgive those that have hurt or betrayed us in significant ways. We’ll talk about what forgiveness is and what it is not. We’ll also talk about God’s forgiveness of us and how forgiving others frees us!
Proverbs 19:11, 10:12, 17:9 "I'm Over It"
September 21, 2020 01:14 - 38.2 MBMessage: Proverbs 19:11, 10:12, 17:9 "I'm Over It" We're going to begin a new 4 part series this Sunday called The Grudge" and it is all about forgiveness. We have a tendency to carry painful parts of our past with us: resentment against people who’ve hurt us, mistakes we’ve made, or even bitterness toward God. This series will show attenders how to recognize the grudges they’re carrying against others and themselves, and how the pain we hold on to weighs us down and keeps us from step...
John 1:10-14 “The Practice of Embracing the Unknown”
September 13, 2020 20:11 - 36.2 MBMessage: John 1:10-14 “The Practice of Embracing the Unknown” In this final message in our “The Soul of a Pilgrim” series, we’ll be talking about accepting our place as newcomers to this strange thing called existence, humanity, and creation. We are a people who like to have all the answers, but there is so much we don’t know about God, who is bigger than all we can imagine. There is so much we don’t understand about life and what we go through. There is also a lot we don’t know about ours...
Matthew 26:31-35 “The Practice of Beginning Again”
September 13, 2020 20:04Message: Matthew 26:31-35 “The Practice of Beginning Again” In this week’s message we’ll talk about how Beginning Again is a normal and necessary part of our spiritual pilgrimage. There will be many times in this life that we’ll be called to ‘start over.’ The wonderful part is that we have a God who is gracious enough to invite us to start over again and again. We must consider ourselves to always be beginners, because beginners know there is always more to learn. Whenever we begin again,...
John 6:53-67 "The Practice of Being Uncomfortable"
August 30, 2020 23:05 - 53.8 MBMessage:John 6:53-67 The Practice of Being Uncomfortable This week we’ll be looking at “The Practice of Being Uncomfortable.” The root word of the word ‘pilgrim’ is peregrini which means ‘stranger.’ Being a pilgrim requires that we stretch, that we travel to wild edges, and risk being uncomfortable. It is in that discomfort that we encounter new dimensions of our own capacity and new faces of the sacred. When have you been tempted to ‘leave’ because it was the easier thing to do? What is ...
Luke 5:1-11 “The Practice of Making the Way by Walking”
August 24, 2020 17:38 - 42.6 MBMessage:Luke 5:1-11 “The Practice of Making the Way by Walking” When we are called to follow Jesus, as the disciples were, it isn’t only an invitation to take a step toward an unknown outer journey. It is also the invitation to step into an unknown inner journey, toward uncharted territory. Just as God has led us on unfamiliar paths in this physical world, he also invites us on a spiritual pilgrimage into unchartered territory. How do our outer and inner worlds overlap and intertwine?
Matthew 6:19-24 “The Practice of Packing Lightly”
August 18, 2020 12:04 - 56.3 MBMessage: Matthew 6:19-24 “The Practice of Packing Lightly” This week we will begin a new series called “The Soul of a Pilgrim.” It will introduce us to a number of practices from our eight week retreat based on the book by the same title. The first practice we will look at this week is “The Practice of Packing Lightly.” When a person sets out on a pilgrimage, they must pack only what they absolutely need so they won’t be weighed down on the journey. This week we’ll talk about what it is...
Isaiah 49:8-16 "Do I Really Matter"
August 12, 2020 00:08 - 52.6 MBMessage: Isaiah 49:8-16 "Do I Really Matter" Guest Pastor: Rev. Cal Compagner
1 Cor 12:12-20 “All Together”
August 02, 2020 22:24 - 79.9 MBMessage: 1 Cor 12:12-20 “All Together” Dedication of the new addition.
Luke 6:39-42 "Expecting to Grow as we Learn"
July 27, 2020 02:05 - 34.8 MBMessage: Luke 6:39-42 "Expecting to Grow as weLearn" As we come to the conclusion of the series “Expecting” we end by focusing on the expectation of our own personal growth as we learn more about who Jesus is and who he has called us to be. Once again, we emphasize our responsibility for our own walk with God rather than getting distracted by what others are doing or not doing. Our ultimate goal is to become more like our teacher, Rabbi Jesus.
Hebrews 10:19-25 "Expecting Deeper Community"
July 19, 2020 22:37 - 50.7 MBMessage: Hebrews 10:19-25 "Expecting Deeper Community" In this message we’ll be talking about the need we have for Christian community and the expectation that genuine Christian friendships will be intentionally deeper and more spiritually nurturing than average relationships. It is important to have authentic Christian bonds in our lives because the people we share life with influence the direction of our lives as ours do theirs.
John 21:15-22 “Expecting Less of Others”
July 13, 2020 22:57 - 47.3 MBMessage: John 21:15-22 “Expecting Less of Others” In this message we’ll be learning how our focus on others, what they are or are not doing, gets in the way of our focus on what God has called us to do and be.
Genesis 28:10-17 "Expecting God's Activity"
July 06, 2020 01:17Message: Genesis 28:10-17 "Expecting God's Activity" The message will encourage us to prayer reflect on our days and experiences to discover God's activity in our daily lives. The passage is where Jacob lays down to rest in Bethel and has a dream of the ladder ascending/descending between heaven and earth and his surprise at God's presence and activity in a place he wasn't expecting it.
Matthew 14:22-36 "Jesus Walks on Water"
June 29, 2020 01:41 - 41.8 MBMessage: Matthew 14:22-36 "Jesus Walks on Water" We'll be looking at this miracle as a message about Jesus' deity and our call to be focused on following him toward our transformation to become more like him. We'll also be talking about how easy it is to lose focus and how he is there to catch us when we are going under.
Luke 8:26–39 “Jesus Casts Out a Legion of Demons”
June 22, 2020 21:00 - 50.1 MBMessage: Luke 8:26–39 “JesusCasts Out a Legion of Demons” Jesus, filled with the Holy Spirit and his miracles are acts of restoration. One of the ways he heals people and society is by casting demons out of the possessed and freeing them from destructive forces. Paul tells us these forces are present at all levels of society and God seeks to deliver us from them and in so doing, we are also delivered from our own destructive forces.
Luke 22:47-53 "Jesus Heals the Servant's Ear."
June 15, 2020 13:45 - 71.8 MBMessage: Luke 22:47-53 "Jesus Heals theServant's Ear." In this passage we will talk about the disciples move from violent revolutionaries to those who understand the transformational power of self-sacrifice. Not only should we lay down our lives for those we love, but there is transformational power in laying down our lives for our enemies. Yet, why is it that we have a difficult time hearing the voice of others unless they pay the ultimate sacrifice? This has always been true and it is w...
Luke 13:10-17 "The Woman with the Bent Back"
June 08, 2020 00:37 - 56.5 MBMessage: Luke 13:10-17 "The Woman with the Bent Back"
Matthew 11:12-25 "The Withered Fig Tree"
May 31, 2020 23:17 - 56.4 MBMessage: Matthew 11:12-25 "The Withered FigTree" The theme of the message is discerning what in life is not beneficial to your growth in God and as a follower of Jesus. Sometimes even religion isn't beneficial when it is focused on the wrong goals. This is a major point in Jesus' cursing the fig tree which represented Israel's religious, yet secular endeavors. What is inspiring us to grow in relationship toward God and as Christ-like followers and what is hindering us?
John 5:1-8 "The Pool of Bethesda"
May 23, 2020 16:16 - 65 MBMessage: John 5:1-8 "The Pool of Bethesda"
John 9:1-11 "The Pool of Siloam"
May 17, 2020 01:13 - 61.2 MBMessage: John 9:1-11 "The Pool of Siloam"
Matthew 15:21-28 "The Canaanite Woman"
May 09, 2020 22:56 - 45.5 MBMessage: Matthew 15:21-28 "The Canaanite Woman"
John 2:1-11 "Water Into Wine"
May 03, 2020 00:25 - 39.3 MBMessage: John 2:1-11 "Water Into Wine" This message is the first in a series titled "The Miracles Jesus Did"
Matthew 10:28 "Distracted Part 2"
April 25, 2020 23:06 - 36.2 MBMessage: Matthew 10:28 "Distracted Part 2"
Matthew 10:28 "Distracted Part 1"
April 18, 2020 21:08 - 39.9 MBMessage: Matthew 10:28 "Distracted Part 1"
John 20:1-9 "The Grave Clothes"
April 11, 2020 20:15 - 41.4 MBMessage: John 20:1-9 "The Grave Clothes"
Matthew 27:27-31 "The Borrowed Robe"
April 04, 2020 22:53 - 50.7 MBMessage: Matthew 27:27-31 "The Borrowed Robe"
John 19: 23-24 "The Seamless Robe"
March 28, 2020 22:55 - 56 MBMessage: John 19:23-24 "The Seamless Robe"
John 19:34-34 "They Divided his Garments"
March 24, 2020 00:28 - 40.1 MBMessage: John 19:34-34 "They Divided his Garments" In this message we'll look at the garments Jesus wore that were taken from him at the Cross. Each of these garments reveals something about the truth of who Jesus is.
Luke 2:1-7 “Swaddling Clothes and Hems of Robes”
March 16, 2020 00:32 - 55.6 MBMessage: Luke 2:1-7 “Swaddling Clothes and Hems of Robes” Today we begin a new series, “The Clothes that Jesus Wore,” that will lead us through Easter. In this first week of the series we’ll talk about Jesus’ purpose in coming into the world. As he was wrapped in swaddling clothes, we cannot help but think of how he’ll be wrapped and prepared for burial. Yet, it is also from the hem of his robe that healing will flow, just as his death will bring life to many.
Romans 3:21-26 “The Gift of Salvation”
March 08, 2020 20:14Message: Romans 3:21-26 “The Gift of Salvation” Last week we saw how humanity chose the path of disintegration, falling further and further from who and what they were created to be. There were no exceptions to this. Jews and Gentiles alike are more alike than they thought. They all need a Savior and that is exactly what God provides the whole world in Jesus Christ.
Romans 1:18-32 “The Disintegration of Humanity”
March 02, 2020 14:43Message: Romans 1:18-32 “The Disintegration ofHumanity”
Romans 11:11-36 “God is Faithful”
February 24, 2020 23:53Message: Romans 11:11-36 “God is Faithful” In this week’s passage, Paul shifts his focus from the ‘weak’ to the ‘strong.’ Those who have the position of power and privilege in the Roman church are the gentile believers. Yet their inclusion in God’s family does not mean they are better than the Jewish believers. God has worked these two stories together into one, which results in the whole family of God. God has been and will be faithful to both groups, so one should not set themselves agai...
Romans 10:1-13 “The Weakness of Legalism”
February 17, 2020 15:56Message: Romans 10:1-13 “The Weakness of Legalism” In this week’s message we’ll see how our redemption doesn’t depend on our efforts, otherwise we would be forever uncertain of our salvation. Instead, it depends on God’s goodness and we are called to trust in that goodness.
Romans 9:1 - 10:4 “Election and Inclusion”
February 10, 2020 16:51Message: Romans 9:1 - 10:4 “Election and Inclusion” In this famous passage, the Jewish people wrestle with their election as “God’s people,” wondering what it means that gentiles are now also part of the called and chosen. Paul explains that it was always part of God’s plan to include the rest of the world in His redemptive purpose. Our election isn’t based on our own ability or efforts, but on God’s goodness.
Romans 12:14 - 13:14 Christoformity: Part III
February 03, 2020 16:29Message: Romans 12:14 - 13:14 Christoformity: PartIII In the first two parts of “Christoformity” we talked about the follower of Jesus’ orientation toward God and the community of believers. In Part III we will talk about our relationship to the unbelieving world, which is our ‘witness’ and our ‘love of neighbor.’
Romans 12:3-8 “Christoformity: Part II”
January 27, 2020 19:14Message: Romans 12:3-8 “Christoformity: Part II” This week we continue talking about what it looks like to look like Christ: Christoformity. We move from the necessity of our being oriented toward God to the need to be oriented toward the Body of Christ, which is the family of followers of Jesus. Within this community we use our gifts for building one another up, making room for our differences and providing a seat at the table for those who do not have power or privilege.
Romans 12:1-2 “Christoformity: Part 1”
January 21, 2020 02:41Message: Romans 12:1-2 “Christoformity: Part 1” The last couple of weeks Paul has shown how Power and Privilege are not something to be held unto among followers of Jesus. Instead, if we have any power or privilege, we are to use it to make space for those who do not. This is a big part of what it means to be ‘conformed’ to the likeness of Christ, or Christoformity. Jesus, as our example, teaches us to first orient ourselves toward God. That is, to live our lives with seeking God and his W...
Romans 14:1-13 [14-15:13] “Powerful vs Unempowered”
January 14, 2020 01:59Message: Romans 14:1-13 [14-15:13] “Powerful vsUnempowered” In this week’s passage, Paul deals with a couple of issues that were causing division within the church located in Rome. He describes two sides as “Weak vs Strong.” These two sides had different convictions when it came to living out their theology. One of these group had more power than the other, while both were in the wrong. Paul tells both to live out their convictions without forcing others to imitate them, but he puts more r...
Romans 16:1-6 (7-16) "Reading Romans Backwards"
January 05, 2020 22:18Message: Romans 16:1-6 (7-16) We are beginning a new series this week called “Reading Romans Backwards.” In these first verses from Romans 16, where we will begin our series, Paul is breaking down assumptions of Privilege and Power that were so taken for granted in the first century world. Unexpected people are leaders in the early church, but they too are equals and all are considered ‘siblings’ in this community. Each person must set aside aspects of their old identities in order to embr...
Isaiah 63:7-9 “They Will be Called Children of God”
December 31, 2019 21:09Message: Isaiah 63:7-9 “They Will be Called Children of God” -Christmastide, the twelve days of Christmas, begins with Christmas Day. On this first Sunday after Christmas Day, we celebrate the “Holy Family.” In this passage from Isaiah, we’re reminded that not only is Jesus God’s Son, but through Christ we’ve been adopted as God’s Children. God is a Parent who brings us life and liberation from the oppression of sin and brokenness, allowing us to take our first breath in His new world.
Isaiah 7:10-16 “A Sign”
December 24, 2019 01:06Message: Isaiah 7:10-16 “A Sign” This Sunday we will focus on the gift of God sending his Son in the world as a Sign of His love and the hope of redemption!
Isaiah 35:1-10 “Joy Will Overtake Them”
December 16, 2019 16:04Message: Isaiah 35:1-10 “Joy Will Overtake Them” As we light the third Advent candle, we celebrate the theme of ‘Joy.’ The Candle is pink, representing the sunrise of the dawn of a new day. This is what Isaiah points to in our passage today. He speaks to those in exile in Babylon of a Way being made through the wilderness which will lead them safely to Zion and God’s promised future for them. We share in this promise with the exiles, looking forward to a future defined by Joy.
Isaiah 11:1-10 “The Poor and Needy”
December 10, 2019 03:10Message: Isaiah 11:1-10 “The Poor and Needy” This week’s Advent Theme is ‘Peace’. Isaiah envisions a coming day when ‘A shoot shall come out of the stump of Jesse.” This advent message reminds us that Jesus is the fulfillment of a promise. With the coming of Jesus comes the beginning of a great redemption and restoration promises to turn the world right-side-up. Are we sure we want this kind of world? This will be a world where the wolf and lamb live in peace with one another. Are we ready...
Isaiah 2:1-5 "Envisioning God's Future"
December 05, 2019 02:06Message: Isaiah 2:1-5 "Envisioning God's Future" We begin this new season of Advent by envisioning the hope of God's future for humanity. In this broken world, having hope takes both faith and courage. Isaiah presents a vivid picture of God's future for us in this passage. We must not only envision it, but walk toward it.
Exodus 20:18-21 “Draw Nearer”
November 26, 2019 02:42Message: Exodus 20:18-21 “Draw Nearer” When God visited the Israelites on Mt. Sinai, this was the beginning of God drawing near to humanity and the beginning of the reversal of the separation that began after the Fall. The people are called to draw nearer to God at the foot of the mountain, but they choose to stay at a distance. God came down from heaven again in Jesus Christ, in a way that we no longer need to fear drawing nearer to Him. The question is, are you staying at a distance or d...
Judges 16:4-22 “Samson & Delilah”
November 19, 2019 01:50Message: Judges 16:4-22 “Samson& Delilah” The opening chapters of Genesis tell us that it is not good for man to be alone. Humans need human companionship. But when we begin looking for someone or something, rather than God, to make us complete and whole, our whole world comes tumbling down. It is in Christ alone that we find our identity. Anytime we seek our fulfillment from someone or something else, we can expect to be disappointed. But when we find our fulfillment in God, it brings lif...
John 18:28-40 “Lessons from the Land: Jerusalem”
November 11, 2019 02:08Message: John18:28-40 “Lessons from the Land: Jerusalem” We all have to make choices. Pontius Pilate did not believe Jesus deserved death, but he chose what was easiest to appease the crowd. Jesus would have liked to avoid a painful death, but he chose to follow God’s path to the cross knowing that it would ultimately bring about the redemption and joy of the world. These two choices are ever before each one of us.
Matt 21:23-32 “Lessons from the Land: The Temple”
November 04, 2019 23:23Message: Matt 21:23-32 “Lessonsfrom the Land: The Temple” After Jesus enters Jerusalem to the acclamations of the crowds, he enters the Temple and cleanses it. The religious leaders ask him by what authority he does this. In this message we’ll talk about the Temple, Jesus’ claim to replace the Temple, and our new identity as God’s Temple. How are Jesus’ followers called to be different from the religious leaders Jesus challenged in the Temple?