Episodes

Sunday Dec 17, 2023
Sermon: “Where’s the Joy?” Luke 1:46-49
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
Tis the season, and while gifts are being wrapped and placed beneath the tree, it is easy for us to get so wrapped up in all the busy-ness, that we could miss out on God’s intended gifts for us. What has God wrapped up for us in Christmas and how can we unwrap those gifts this year? Today, we’ll consider the gift of joy that He brings to each of us.

Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Sermon: “Practicing Peace” Romans 5:1
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Tis the season, and while gifts are being wrapped and placed beneath the tree, it is easy for us to get so wrapped up in all the busy-ness, that we could miss out on God’s intended gifts for us. What has God wrapped up for us in Christmas and how can we unwrap those gifts this year? Today, we’ll consider the gift of peace that He brings to each of us.

Sunday Dec 03, 2023
Sermon: Recognizing Our Hope Psalm 37:1-6
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
In the midst of life’s challenges and uncertainties, our text today reminds us to trust in the Lord and delight in His ways, recognizing that our ultimate hope is anchored in Christ. As we delve into the verses, may we discover the profound assurance that even in the face of adversity, our Savior is the source of unwavering hope and the steadfast anchor for our souls.”

Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Against all odds, the story of Ruth comes to its happy ending. Although early on Naomi felt strangled by desperation, we can now see that God was at work all along. Circumstances can overwhelm us at times as well, hope may seem unrealistic, yet the very God who moves through this Biblical story is at work in our lives as well. For that we can give thanks.

Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Through the kindness of Boaz, Ruth and Naomi have been spared for the moment, yet their situation remains precarious. Little by little, they are beginning to hope again, and learning to trust more completely. Now comes the moment when those who have been separated come to be restored. We catch a glimpse of God’s heart for the wounded and hopeless, in the actions of Boaz as he seeks to “redeem” them.

Sunday Nov 12, 2023
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
Naomi and the young Moabite, Ruth arrive in Bethlehem, but their situation is still very precarious. With no means and little hope, how will they survive? As their story unfolds, we meet Boaz, and quickly see him use his position not for his own self-interest, but to extend grace to those around him. How do we handle the gifts God has given to us? How deep does the gratitude for God’s gracefulness to us run?

Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Naomi and her daughters-in-law prepare to return to Bethlehem destitute, with no protection, no provision, and no place to call home. Facing such an uncertain tomorrow and plagued by insecurities, Ruth (and Naomi) must make a life defining choice. If life is defined by the choices we make, what should be our guide?

Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Today we open a mini-series on the Old Testament book of Ruth. Ruth is a very unique and personal
story placed in the midst of the Old Testament record. As we look at this ancient story, we’ll find it is a relevant story of regular folks shaping history as they navigate ordinary challenges with extraordinary character. Along the way we will discover lessons for our lives and the challenges we face.

Sunday Oct 22, 2023
Sermon: “How Can We Know It’s God’s Voice?” 1 Samuel 3:1-10 and John 1:43-51
Sunday Oct 22, 2023
Sunday Oct 22, 2023
We welcome guest speaker Lauran Bethell. Lauren is a global consultant with International Ministries. She is working to help abolish global slavery.

Sunday Oct 15, 2023
Sermon: Take Your Stand Ephesians 6:10-13
Sunday Oct 15, 2023
Sunday Oct 15, 2023
I. Know what you stand for.
If you don’t stand for something you’ll fall for everything.
Ephesians 6:10 “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his Mighty power.”
1. By knowing who you stand with.
2. By knowing how you stand firm with him. II. Know who you stand against.
1. FIRST, notice who we are not to fight against. If we don’t understand who we fight against,
we are in danger of:
attacking one another
attacking those Jesus came to save.
2. SECOND, notice who we are to fight against.