Episodes
Sunday Dec 25, 2022
The Witness of the Shepherds - Elder Joel Porter
Sunday Dec 25, 2022
Sunday Dec 25, 2022
Luke 2:8-20
As we conclude the series on those who encountered the coming Christ, we see how the King of the Universe revealed himself to humble shepherds. It was appropriate, since throughout the Hebrew scriptures, Jesus was referred to as the Shepherd King, who will provide all that we need.
Saturday Dec 24, 2022
The Witness of the Magi - Pastor Jim DiBiaso
Saturday Dec 24, 2022
Saturday Dec 24, 2022
Matthew 2:1-12
The Magi were important principles in the Christmas story. They studied the stars and the prophecies regarding a promised Messiah, and then risked travel over many weeks to find him. He was the hope of the nations. As we diligently seek the Messiah, God will lead us to Him.
Sunday Dec 18, 2022
Lessons From Joseph - Pastor Daniel Nelms
Sunday Dec 18, 2022
Sunday Dec 18, 2022
Matthew 1:18-25
Joseph's life around the birth of Jesus shows how God's work in and through our lives is often up against the cultural norms of society. Despite adversity, he pressed on in faith. God's work at Christmas and Easter provides a hope that allows us to persevere through difficulties.
Sunday Dec 11, 2022
Lessons From Mary - Pastor Daniel Nelms
Sunday Dec 11, 2022
Sunday Dec 11, 2022
Luke 1:26-56
God seeks to give His people unmerited grace and favor to all play a part in the Good News of His Kingdom breaking into this world. How will you respond if God calls you to show grace and favor to someone? When God showed it to Mary, she responded in humility, passing blessing on to all who believe.
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
Lessons from Elizabeth - Pastor Daniel Nelms
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
Luke 1:5-7,23-25,39-45
The next encounter with the coming Christ that we study is Elizabeth. In response to God's answering her prayers for a child, she remained humble, and then reached out to bless Mary. Life Lessons from Elizabeth: 1) Be patient and don't lose hope; 2) Be generous, and a blessing to others
Sunday Nov 27, 2022
The Story of Zechariah - Pastor Daniel Nelms
Sunday Nov 27, 2022
Sunday Nov 27, 2022
Luke 1
As we begin the Advent Series, "Encounters with the Coming Christ", we examine the story of Zechariah. We see that his faithful prayers and service resulted in God's answer. We can learn 2 things from Zechariah's life: 1) keep praying, and don't lose hope, 2) Live in faith that God is present with us.
Sunday Nov 20, 2022
Rebuilding Our Hearts - Pastor Daniel Nelms
Sunday Nov 20, 2022
Sunday Nov 20, 2022
Haggai 2:10-23
As we conclude our study of Haggai, we see God promising blessing when the heart of the people changed, even though they had not finished the task of rebuilding the Temple. When we have a heart oriented toward God, the cross's power is found and He unleashes His blessing. In this way, we can resist casual Christianity.
Sunday Nov 13, 2022
Stuck in Rebuilding - Pastor Daniel Nelms
Sunday Nov 13, 2022
Sunday Nov 13, 2022
Haggai 2:1-9
Though we know we need to grow in Christ, sometimes we get stuck in 1) Enjoy the good ol' days Christianity, 2) Read more books Christianity, 3) Cruise Control Christianity, or 4) Spiritually powerless Christianity. Instead, we should 1) Become more aware of His presence now, for He is with you, 2) Find hope in the past, and 3) Find hope in the future.
Sunday Nov 06, 2022
Resisting Casual Christianity - Pastor Daniel Nelms
Sunday Nov 06, 2022
Sunday Nov 06, 2022
Haggai 1:1-15
We begin a 3-part series on the Old Testament book of Haggai, which describes the circumstances surrounding the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem. As we see the attitudes and lifestyle of the Jewish people, and God's call for them to rebuild, we can see parallels to our tendency to be casual Christians, and God's call to us to not settle for anything less than His daily presence in our lives.
Sunday Oct 30, 2022
The Gospel and Mental Health - Pastor Daniel Nelms
Sunday Oct 30, 2022
Sunday Oct 30, 2022
Ephesians 3:16-19
As we conclude the series on "Christ, the Kingdom, and Culture", we see how the Gospel can speak to the issue of mental health. Many individuals mentioned in Scripture wrestled with times of discouragement and depression. We examine how God ministered to Elijah during those times. See how God can help you think better and behave better, so you can eventually feel better.