Sometimes doing the right thing is the last thing we want to do. Anyone can do the right thing when there’s no pressure. But doing the right thing when the pressure’s on, that takes character. In this passage, we find four bold moves of obedience that change the trajectory of potentially tragic circumstances for … [Read More…] Providence in Waiting
In this conversation about race, Elbert Whitfield, Cassie Eng, Pastor Josue Reyes, and Pastor Bob Gunter discuss the heavenly vision of diversity and its connection to church life today.
Hope is a beautiful thing. It gives us a reason to get up in the morning, to press through all the anguish and the sorrow of this life to something beyond, something bright, fresh, redeeming. Hope carries us through the darkness to the dawn. Our story continues with Naomi having a sightline to redemptive … [Read More…] Manipulating Grace
Our series “Conversations on Race” hosts important conversations with our staff and church members on how Christians should think about racism in our world. In our second conversation, Pastor Larry McCarthy and Ron Ingram share their stories and describe how the gospel has transformed their perspectives on racism.
Grief is the price of love. To love deeply is to grieve deeply when love is bereft. And if you’ve ever grieved deeply, you know how hard it is to avoid becoming bitter. Where does our hope come from, and will there be mercies along our journey? That’s where our story about Naomi and Ruth … [Read More…] Glimmers of Hope
In this sermon, Rev. Stephen Farish shares with us the qualities of a faith at which Jesus marvels.
Racism is a critical topic of discussion across American society today, even in the church. What does the Bible say about racism? How does being made in the image of God impact how we view others? What can we learn from the lives and experiences of others in our church? Our new series “Conversations … [Read More…] The Image of God and Race
Three keys to gospel conversations: 1. Know the necessity of using words 2. Follow the example of Jesus 3. Remember the power of God’s Words Romans 10:14
Every Christian experiences fear during our lifetime. If we are to overcome our fears, we need courage. How can we have biblical courage to face our fears? In this message, Pastor Bill shares three points about the necessity of courage in the life of the Christian. Courage is acting out of confidence in God, … [Read More…] The Necessity of Courage
Our words can be used for destruction or for good. We all have that power in the words that we choose to use. In what ways can we use our words towards good? In this sermon, Pastor Michael Best explores three ways our words can build others up: 1) Encouragement: this is the idea … [Read More…] Power for Good
