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The scripture for today's reflection is Matthew 7:24-25.

The scripture for today's reflection is Isaiah 53:1-5.

The scripture for today's reflection is John 1:1-5, 9-13.

Rev. Andrew Dickinson preaches on the theme of the Bridegroom from Hosea 3:1-6, as a part of our Advent sermon series, "The Prophets Foretold."   The prophet Hosea's marriage to Gomer serves as a powerful illustration of God's unfailing love for His people. Despite Israel's spiritual adultery through idolatry, God demonstrates His redemptive heart by commanding Hosea to buy back his unfaithful wif...

The scripture for today's reflection is Psalm 13.

Rev. James Harper preaches on Ecclesiastes 12:1-8 in the final sermon of our sermon series, "The Search: Questions of Meaning and Purpose." Ecclesiastes challenges our worldly pursuits by showing that life lived purely under secular principles ultimately leads to emptiness. The phrase 'under the sun' describes relying on education, career success, wealth, and achievements for meaning. However, the...

Rev. James Harper preaches on Ecclesiastes 11:1-6 as part of our sermon series, "The Search: Questions of Meaning and Purpose."  Life feels increasingly uncertain, from economic instability to personal struggles, leaving us grappling with how little control we actually have. The book of Ecclesiastes addresses this human experience by revealing our finite nature through vivid imagery of unpredictab...

Rev. James Harper preaches on Ecclesiastes 5:8-20 in our sermon series, "The Search: Questions of Meaning and Purpose."    The book of Ecclesiastes reveals that money and possessions cannot provide lasting satisfaction due to our insatiable human appetite, the temporary nature of material things, and wealth's tendency to distract us from real problems. True contentment comes from grounding our sat...

Rev. James Harper preaches on Ecclesiastes 4:4-8 in our series, "The Search: Questions of Meaning and Purpose." Many people find their work unfulfilling despite professional success because they approach it from a worldly perspective. Ecclesiastes warns against two major pitfalls: creating identity through comparison with others and believing our achievements will provide lasting significance. God...

Rev. James Harper preaches on Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:3 as part of our sermon series entitled, "The Search: Questions of Meaning and Purpose." Life's greatest question - why does God allow suffering - has puzzled humanity throughout history. Despite all our advances, suffering persists, and human philosophies like stoicism, dualism, hedonism, and karma ultimately fall short of providing real answers....

Rev. James Harper preaches on Ecclesiastes 2:1-11 as part of our sermon series entitled, "The Search: Questions of Meaning and Purpose."  Americans rank 23rd globally in happiness despite unprecedented opportunities for pleasure and material wealth. The ancient book of Ecclesiastes reveals why our common happiness strategies fail us. Pursuing pleasure leads to a hedonistic treadmill where we need...

Rev. Scott York preaches on Ecclesiastes 1:1-18 to begin our sermon series, "The Search: Questions of Meaning and Purpose."   Life often feels empty when we try to find meaning without God's perspective. Ecclesiastes contrasts living under the sun (without God) versus under heaven (with God's eternal view). When we seek purpose through worldly wisdom, achievements, or human philosophy alone, we en...

Rev. Andrew Dickinson preaches on Acts 11:19-30, as we remember and celebrate the Global Church. God moves powerfully through His church in three specific ways: when the Gospel is preached without boundaries, when spiritual gifts are exercised, and when love is practiced genuinely. In Acts 11:19-30, we see this demonstrated as the early church expanded beyond Jerusalem to Antioch, where the Gospel...

Rev. Scott York preaches on Romans 12:9-21 in our final sermon in the "Roles of Influence" sermon series.   Romans 12:9-21 provides a blueprint for authentic Christian living in our communities. Paul emphasizes three key principles: loving genuinely without hypocrisy, abhorring evil regardless of who commits it, and seeking peace with everyone as far as it depends on us. This passage challenges th...

Rev. James Harper preaches on Deuteronomy 6:1-9 as part of our Roles of Influence sermon series.    Deuteronomy 6:1-9 reveals that parents are the primary spiritual mentors for their children, with far more influence than any church program. Parents can only pass on the faith they genuinely possess, and this mentoring happens naturally through everyday life moments rather than formal instruction....

Rev. James Harper preaches on Marriage as part of the "Roles of Influence" sermon series, using Scripture from Genesis 2:18-25.    Marriage was designed by God with specific purposes: to provide a stable foundation for family, to foster human flourishing through deep companionship, and to illustrate Christ's love for His people. Despite these beautiful intentions, marriage faces challenges due to...

Rev. James Harper preaches on "Work" in our sermon series, "Roles of Influence," with scripture from Genesis 2:4-17.  Work is not merely a means to earn a living but a divine calling that reflects God's character. From the beginning, work was part of human purpose and dignity, not a punishment. All forms of work carry inherent dignity, whether paid or unpaid. However, work has limitations and cann...

Rev. Andrew Dickinson preaches on Habakkuk 3:1-19 as the last sermon in our sermon series on Faith in Difficult Times.  In the final chapter of Habakkuk, we witness a profound spiritual transformation as the prophet faces devastating circumstances yet chooses joy in God. Despite impending invasion and suffering, Habakkuk moves from questioning to trust, from complaint to praise. His response teach...

Rev. James Harper preaches on Habakkuk 2:5-18 in our sermon series, "Faith in Difficult Times." In Habakkuk 2:5-20, we discover powerful consolation for times when life seems unfair. God reveals that evil never has the final word, as demonstrated by Babylon's eventual fall after conquering Jerusalem. Even when our world feels chaotic, God remains sovereign on His throne, working through our suffer...

Rev. James Harper preaches on Habakkuk 2:1-4 in our sermon series, "Faith in Difficult Times."   Finding peace while waiting on God requires patience, perspective, and obedience, as demonstrated in the book of Habakkuk. Patience means staying present with God through difficult circumstances, embracing humility and committing to spiritual growth. Perspective involves stepping back to see God's char...

Rev. James Harper preaches on Habakkuk 1:1-17 as part of our Sermon series on Faith in Difficult Times.   In the midst of injustice and suffering, the prophet Habakkuk's honest dialogue with God offers profound wisdom for believers today. Habakkuk boldly questioned God about the evil in his nation, only to receive the shocking answer that things would get worse before they improved. Rather than ab...

Rev. James Harper preaches on Genesis 12:1-3 for our Kick Off Sunday. God's command to Abraham to 'be a blessing' extends to all believers today. This divine imperative is rooted in God's unmerited grace and love, not our qualifications or merit. Being a blessing requires stepping out of our comfort zones and taking practical action in others' lives. Through the BLESS model (Be in prayer, Listen,...

Rev. Scott York preaches on Luke 21:25-38 as he wraps up our sermon series on the book of Luke.   Jesus's teachings about the end times in Luke 21:25-38 aren't meant to provide a timeline for His return, but to prepare us for living faithfully until then. We're called to 'look up' with hope, recognizing that world turmoil is temporary and Christ's promised return is certain. Simultaneously, we mus...

Rev. James Harper preaches on Luke 21:5-24 as part of our Following Jesus sermon series through the book of Luke.  In uncertain times filled with fear-inducing headlines and global conflicts, Jesus teaches us that we've been living in the 'end times' since His resurrection. While following Christ during these times isn't easy, Jesus expresses absolute confidence about the future security of His fo...

Rev. James Harper preaches on Luke 20:45-21:4 as part of our Following Jesus Sermon Series through the Book of Luke.   The story of the widow's mite is often interpreted as a lesson about sacrificial giving, when it may actually be Jesus highlighting religious corruption. Positioned between Jesus' condemnation of scribes who 'devour widows' houses' and prophecies about the temple's destruction, th...