Water's Edge: 2011 - 2014

Creation: The Beginning of Life as We Know It - Audio

September 23, 2012 01:00 - 53 minutes - 12.4 MB

This week in The Story sermon series, Bill and Nate dived deeper into what we read, heard, and reflected on in the opening chapter of The Story.

Overcoming Life's Obstacles - Audio

September 16, 2012 00:00 - 35 minutes - 8.29 MB

We enjoyed an inspiring sermon this week by guest speaker Larry Patton, the founder of Hurdling Handicaps. Larry's personal testimony of living with cerebral palsy grips the hearts of audiences, inspiring them to overcome their own obstacles, just like Larry did.

Introduction to The Story - Audio

September 09, 2012 00:00 - 47 minutes - 10.9 MB

Bill introduced our fall Sermon series entitled The Story. The Story's concurrent all-church sermons, small-group studies, and children's curriculum will sweep you into the unfolding progression of Bible characters and events chronologically from Genesis to Revelation.

The Tinker's Dam - Audio

September 02, 2012 01:00 - 31 minutes - 7.38 MB

This Sunday, we looked at the personal struggle between the fear of our own humanity and failures, and in light of them, allowing Jesus to help us live the life for His kingdom that He always imagined for us.

Revisiting Core Beliefs - Audio

August 26, 2012 00:00 - 30 minutes - 7.06 MB

This Sunday, we learned about the importance of serving, both for the benefit of others, as well as for our own spiritual growth and fulfillment. Hear this week's sermon, and consider ways you can serve your co-workers, family, and the family of God.

Field of Souls: Farming in the Neighborhood - Audio

August 19, 2012 01:00 - 29 minutes - 6.9 MB

At some point in our lives, we may feel a calling to short or long-term missions in order to tell others about Jesus Christ. But many times the mission field is a lot closer than we imagined. Bill preached this Sunday on John 4:31-39 with a message entitled "Field of Souls: Farming in the Neighborhood."

Sufficient Grace - Audio

August 05, 2012 00:00 - 30 minutes - 6.97 MB

In an Olympic-admiring culture that prides itself on strength, competition, and an ongoing race to be number one, it is painful to accept, let alone admit our weaknesses. Yet, remarkably, it is paradoxically through our weaknesses that Christ makes us strong. Bill delivered an insightful message this Sunday on God's sufficient grace as explained through the illustration and writings of the Apostle Paul.

Themes from 1 John - Audio

July 22, 2012 00:00 - 15 minutes - 3.52 MB

While it may be easy for us to intellectualize God's love for others, the real battle becomes in possessing the power to understand and accept God's great love for ourselves. We enjoyed a dynamic message on this theme and others found in the book of 1 John.

Spike It: Women of Influence - Audio

July 15, 2012 00:00 - 35 minutes - 8.12 MB

Just as we’re prone to take the reigns when God has restored our lives to a place of normalcy, the ancient Israelites were no different. In fact, they experienced the same tug-of-war of falling prostrate in submission to God, to replacing Him with their own sense of control and wandering focus as we do today. This Sunday, we learned about women of influence as found in the book of Judges. We discovered how God used them in mighty ways to direct and win the war for His glory.

Navigating the Storms of Depression - Audio

July 08, 2012 00:00 - 36 minutes - 8.46 MB

This Sunday, we looked at various dimensions of depression through the true story of Elijah, as well as the Biblical response to treating and responding to these real and significant areas of concern.

Honor Where Honor is Due - Audio

June 24, 2012 00:00 - 29 minutes - 6.92 MB

With the onset of summer, we conclude our Ephesians spring sermon series with a compelling message entitled "Honor Where Honor is Due." Transitioning from our Father’s Day message, we looked at the Biblical blueprint for effective parenting, the historical context, as well as Paul's radical warning and council to the 1st century Christian parents in Ephesus.

Jesus As Parent - Audio

June 17, 2012 00:00 - 37 minutes - 8.58 MB

Fathers are notorious for imparting pieces of wisdom to their children, whether solicited or not. On this Father's Day, we looked at the ultimate parenting advice that Jesus provided during His ministry here on earth.

You've Got Mail - Audio

June 10, 2012 00:00 - 29 minutes - 6.83 MB

One of the cornerstones of a successful romantic relationship is faithfulness by both parties. And while God proves He is faithful to us, how good are we at reciprocating? This Sunday, we discussed the stages of spiritual digression, as well as how to navigate a faithful relationship with God.

The Worthy Life - Audio

June 03, 2012 00:00 - 29 minutes - 6.68 MB

Does a worthy life relate to items, talents, friends, and gifts bestowed to us, or to assessing our behavior as we live out who we are in the day to day? Great question! Dr. Nate Feldmeth answered this as we continued in our Ephesians sermon series, "Living Out Your Faith Beyond Just Believing."

How to Fight the Good Fight - Audio

May 27, 2012 00:00 - 38 minutes - 8.81 MB

Sure, we all possess an arsenal of tactics to help us win an argument against frustrating people, but do we possess the weapons and intense boot camp training needed to fight THE good fight? Pastor Bill spoke on our battle beyond flesh and blood with spiritual warfare, and how to arm ourselves successfully against it.

The City of God - Audio

May 20, 2012 00:00 - 26 minutes - 6.24 MB

Have you ever in school or work desperately wanted to redefine your identity with a group? This Sunday, Nate preached on the pressing topic of identities. We paused to look at our personal identities, the former identities of the Jews and the Greeks, and how with Jesus, both we and them are reconciled to Christ in a united, new identity.

Honoring Honorable and Dishonorable Parents - Audio

May 13, 2012 00:00 - 22 minutes - 5.31 MB

Mother's Day can be a blessed day for those with a lifetime of fond memories of their mom to choose from. And yet, this day poses such difficulty for many with painful pasts and even present strained relationships with their parents. This Mother's Day, Pastor Bill appropriately spoke on Paul's call to the Ephesians to honor their mother and father. He discussed why God gave us this commandment, ways to honor our parents, and the blessings that can arise from doing so.

Intelligent Prayer - Audio

May 06, 2012 00:00 - 25 minutes - 5.93 MB

What a powerful prayer Paul gave over the Ephesians in chapter 3, verses 14-21, that Bill unpacked and dove into more deeply in his sermon. How amazing that intelligent prayer includes understanding and accepting the immeasurable love of Christ, among many other important aspects.

Raised Up - Audio

April 29, 2012 01:00 - 29 minutes - 6.89 MB

As we embarked on Ephesians, chapter 2, Pastor Bill asked us to do some heavy-lifting thinking in his sermon entitled "Raised Up." As Bill meditated on the passage, we were invited to do some personal reflection to discern what areas of our life are either dead or alive to Christ. The answers may surprise you.

Knowing What's Real - Audio

April 22, 2012 00:00 - 36 minutes - 8.54 MB

Continuing the compelling dialogue on chapter one of Ephesians, Nate discussed some of the poignant themes here, laid down key context and historical background on the book of Ephesians, as well as discussed Paul's beautiful and deeply moving prayer to the Ephesians that we find in this chapter.

Who Chooses Whom? - Audio

April 15, 2012 00:00 - 47 minutes - 11 MB

Bill dived into Ephesians 1:4-14, preaching on the often-discussed hot theological topic, “Who Chooses Whom.” Pastor Bill’s sermon commenced our compelling spring sermon series, "Beyond Belief… Living Out Your Faith Beyond Just Believing--Themes From Ephesians."

Easter Sound Bites - Audio

April 08, 2012 00:00 - 21 minutes - 4.93 MB

Pastor Bill highlighted pivotal Easter sound bites from the Scripture, illuminating some of the essential reoccurring themes we find in them related to the Easter message.

The God of Hard Choices - Audio

April 01, 2012 00:00 - 25 minutes - 5.99 MB

Throughout history, God has required his followers to make difficult choices. God still presents us with difficult choices today, a point which Nate illuminated by discussing the volatile climate surrounding the events of Palm Sunday.

Divorce & Remarriage - Audio

March 18, 2012 00:00 - 27 minutes - 6.41 MB

Pastor Bill addressed the topic of divorce and remarriage this Sunday in our sermon series, "Blueprint For A Fulfilling Marriage." Concerning this topic, he looked at how God intended marriage, Scriptural causes for divorce, as well as the potential for remarriage.

How to Affair-Proof Your Marriage - Audio

March 11, 2012 00:00 - 35 minutes - 8.07 MB

Pastor Bill discussed how to affair-proof your marriage as we continued in our sermon series, "Blueprint For A Fulfilling Marriage." From a Biblical point of view, Bill identified factors that can lead to an affair, how to stop an affair in progress, and moreover, how to prevent one from happening all together.

Honor & Love - Audio

March 04, 2012 00:00 - 36 minutes - 8.48 MB

Pastor Bill preached on ways we can honor and love our significant other as part of our sermon series, "Blueprint For A Fulfilling Marriage." Specifically, Bill looked at the gifts of spiritual encouragement, relational closeness, and gracious honor, among important others.

Urban Legends:Myths About Sex - Audio

February 26, 2012 00:00 - 33 minutes - 7.73 MB

Pastor Bill broached the difficult-to-discuss topic of sex as part of our sermon series, "Blueprint For A Fulfilling Marriage." In his sermon, "Urban Legends: Myths About Sex," Bill addressed a variety of myths people may hold related to sex, and the Biblical response to these perpetuated statements.

Building a Marriage to Last - Audio

February 19, 2012 00:00 - 32 minutes - 7.48 MB

Nate Feldmeth blessed us with his preaching on how to build your marriage to last, as we continued on with our sermon series, "Blueprint For A Fulfilling Marriage." Specifically, Nate discussed the Biblical blueprint for marriage, what it means to honor your marriage, and the crucuial importance in doing so.

Defusing Anger In My Marriage - Audio

February 12, 2012 00:00 - 33 minutes - 7.69 MB

Our sermon this week engaged the difficult topic of how to defuse anger in your marriage or personal relationships. Whether single, dating, or married, we all can use help navigating our anger in a way Christ intended for us.

Vision Sunday - Audio

January 29, 2012 00:00 - 45 minutes - 10.5 MB

This Sunday, Bill looked at some principles from Abraham’s servant, Eliazar, who was sent to find a wife for his son Isaac. Genesis 24 is the success chapter of the Bible. Five times it uses the word “success,” and it all relates to how to set and reach goals.

Power Praying - Audio

January 22, 2012 00:00 - 34 minutes - 7.89 MB

Do you ever struggle with praying--whether it's feeling heard, having faith, or a resistance to submit a struggle to prayer? This week, Pastor Bill led us through integral elements to power praying, with guided time for you to reflect on your own praying process in the week to come.

The Jesus Model for Ministry - Audio

January 08, 2012 00:00 - 29 minutes - 6.94 MB

Pastor Bill takes us through an incredible message related to Jesus' model for ministry. Specifically, he focuses on 10 very important steps that help us be all God created us to be when serving in his ministry.

Getting Cleaned Up For 2012 - Audio

January 01, 2012 00:00 - 26 minutes - 6.12 MB

This week's sermon touched on reflecting on our past, and having a new start for 2012.

The Wonder of Christmas Light - Audio

December 23, 2011 00:00 - 16 minutes - 3.87 MB

Dr. Feldmeth delivered an inspiring meditation entitled "The Wonder of Christmas Light" to help prepare our hearts and minds for the birth of Jesus Christ.

What's So Special About Christmas? - Audio

December 18, 2011 01:00 - 25 minutes - 5.83 MB

Why doesn’t Christmas last? This Sunday we looked at how to sustain the spirit of Christmas in your life in this upcoming year.

Every Member a Minister - Audio

December 11, 2011 01:00 - 26 minutes - 6.27 MB

Pastor Bill shared an inspiring message on how God has SHAPED us for ministry (SHAPE=spiritual gifts, heart, ability, personality and experience), and ways that you can discover the ministry God has specifically designed you for.

The Burdens and Joys of Waiting - Audio

December 04, 2011 00:00 - 33 minutes - 7.86 MB

On this second week of Advent, a season of waiting, we look at two pivotal biblical players who spent a significant amount of their lives waiting for the consolation and redemption of Israel, which was realized in Christ Jesus.

How God Speaks - Audio

November 27, 2011 00:00 - 42 minutes - 9.84 MB

Pastor Bill discussed how to know if God is truly speaking to you. He illuminated the difference between the word of God to everybody (logos), as can be found in the Bible, the word of God to you or I personally (rhema), and those remarkable instances when God uses a logos for a rhema moment.

Extravagant Givers: Characteristics of People with Generous Hearts - Audio

November 20, 2011 01:00 - 31 minutes - 7.41 MB

Pastor Bill shed light on characteristics of people with generous hearts during our special service on being thankful.

The Church: Outdated Institution or Hope of the World? - Audio

November 13, 2011 00:00 - 43 minutes - 10.2 MB

Our sermon this week addressed the topic of the church. Specifically, we delved into what it means to be a church, our need for church, as well as the past, present, and future of God's church.

A Primer on Prayer - Audio

November 06, 2011 01:00 - 32 minutes - 7.6 MB

This week, we delved into the topic of prayer, in terms of the various types of psalms, their uses, and how they relate to our everyday lives

Reformation Sunday: What Protestants and Catholics Can Learn From Each Other - Audio

October 30, 2011 01:00 - 46 minutes - 10.7 MB

This week, Pastor Bill got us up to speed on all things Reformation-related. He preached on the causes of the Reformation, the leaders behind the Reformation movement, as well as the similarities and differences of the Protestant and Roman Catholic church.

Afterlife...Heaven, Hell, or Extinction - Audio

October 23, 2011 01:00 - 38 minutes - 8.81 MB

This week, Pastor Bill handled the all-important, and rather difficult subject of life after death. Aspects Pastor Bill touched on include reasons to believe in an afterlife, descriptions of hell, as well as those great people each of us know that do not believe in Jesus Christ.

Life that is Really Life - Audio

October 16, 2011 01:00 - 36 minutes - 8.43 MB

This week in our sermon series, Got?s... God Answers, we discussed essential, foundational background information on salvation, the scope of salvation, and the difference a "spiritual rebirth" can make in your life.

The Holy Spirit's Resume - Audio

October 09, 2011 01:00 - 43 minutes - 9.93 MB

This week in our sermon series, Got?s... God Answers, we discussed the Holy Spirit in terms of His characteristics, role, as well as signs of the Holy Spirit dwelling within us.

Jesus...Liar, Lunatic, or Lord? - Audio

October 02, 2011 01:00 - 34 minutes - 7.89 MB

In our sermon series, Got?s... God Answers, we discussed Jesus in terms of how others see him (great teacher, liar, lunatic, or the the Son of God...), the claims Jesus made about himself, some foundational facts about Jesus Christ, as well as the difference He can make in your life and mine.

I Believe...in God? - Audio

September 25, 2011 01:00 - 35 minutes - 8.18 MB

We are embarking in the second week of our new sermon series, Got ?s...God Answers. This week's sermon will discuss philosophical arguments for believing in God, various viewpoints of nonbelievers, as well as some of the pivotal attributes of our holy God.

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