May 2025
Being Baptized in the Church
What is happening at baptism, and why is being baptized important in the community of faith–the church?
April 2025
Empty Tomb Lifestyle
The tomb that held Jesus’ body has a rich meaning for the Church in every generation. The tomb invites us into a new way of life. What does that new life look like, and do you resemble it?
Easter (Resurrection) Sunday
We have hope and a reason for joy because Jesus was resurrected from the grave. He is Risen!
Rise of a King
The Rise of a King! “Hosanna! Blessings on the one who comes in the name of the Lord!” (John 12)
Depending on God (Lord’s Prayer Part 3)
What is the alternative to vengeance and retaliation when someone has offended us? Jesus puts the answer into the Lord’s Prayer. What does He mean and where can we find inspiration for such a challenging task?
March 2025
Depending on God (Lord’s Prayer-Part 2)
“Give us this day our daily bread.” (Matthew 6:11) What does Jesus mean by that line, and what is He teaching about our faith in this line of the Lord’s Prayer?
Depending on God (the Lord’s Prayer)
Do you know what you are praying for when you say the Lord’s Prayer? Since Lent is a season to reflect on our dependency on God, this is a wonderful time to journey deep into the Lord’s Prayer and confess our faith. Jesus said, “Pray like this…”
Depending on God (Part 1)
Are you still carrying the weight–trying to do the impossible? Who is helping you? Who do you depend on? If you want to start a journey of learning what to depend on God for and how to do that well, this is a message for you.
Transfiguration Sunday
The story of Jesus being transfigured into a glorious form on a hilltop while also standing in the presence of Elijah and Moses seems like an odd thing to happen, or is it odd? Could this story be making a great claim about Jesus? Plus, what is the BIG question from the story of Jesus’ […]
February 2025
A Loving Church (Uses the Heart)
A follower of Jesus puts their heart into loving God and people well. Love requires the heart (Deuteronomy 6:5; Matthew 22:38-39). What does it mean to love God with your heart and what could it look like when you love God with all your the heart?