As we look at the story of Israel, we follow the people out of Egypt. As they begin their time in the desert, the begin to grumble against God. We look at how God provided, and how the people doubted, tested, and demanded of Him. What is it we expect of God? How much do […]
Tag: The Christian Life
Small Acts in God’s Kingdom
This week we take a closer look at the ways small acts of lesser-known individuals had great effects on the formation of the early church, and how God uses small actions to advance his purposes. Message by Joseph Timmer […]
Finding Our Calling
This week we look at the roles in our Calling. We often struggle with missed priorities, wrong expectations, or doubt that hinder us from following the purpose God has for us. This is something we cannot do through striving, but through proper understanding of our identities. With that understanding, we will find both direction and […]
Peacemakers
This week we review the concepts from our study on peacemaking. We begin by looking at Christ’s prayer for our unity, then at the thing that so often divide us. Conflicts, usually driven by our own expectations, often motivate us into conflict with one another. […]
Purpose of the Church
This week we take a look at why we gather in Church, and what is expected of our congregation. Do we come together just to socialize, or for what we can receive from our attendance? The scriptures paint the picture of a body, or family that comes together with the expectation of what each member […]
In Christ
This week we review the ‘In Christ’ series. Do we, as we live our lives, view ourselves through the spectrum of our Savior? Do we stay rooted in what He has provided for us? Do we rely on him, or do we try to grow on our own, apart from all he has given or […]
Thankful for Victory
The Apostle Paul in his journeys and ministries founded and worked in many cities. He spent a great deal of effort working in the Church of Corinth, but received word of the struggles the congregation experienced. In dealing with the situation there, he experienced much distress and stress. Yet as he speaks to them, he […]
Thankfulness in all things
Do we give thanks to God in all circumstances? Does our gratefulness go beyond reflection of past blessing, to forward hope? Are we willing to praise in times of trouble? God’s peace is meant to judge and subdue our heart, to overrule our own desires and anxieties, and foster true praise in all things. Thankfulness […]
Thankfulness in Prayer
If we are thankful, what is the expression of this gratitude? Often, the expression starts with prayer. In prayer we express our wants and desires, but we should bring them before God, release them, and acknowledge all He has done. We then should receive His will, leaving behind our desires and follow His. […]
Jonah: A Perspective on Mercy
Sermon text: Jonah 1:17-3:10 We look this week at God’s salvation, offered to two groups: those who know their need, and those who are unaware. In the story of Jonah we see God’s mercy given to both. […]