Flagstone Church of Christ

::Sorry for the late start of the stream - we had technical difficulties::  Let's be honest, we would prefer to never experience any difficulties or challenges in our lives. But even if we have to go through hard times, it would be nice to see those experiences coming, wouldn't it? Sometimes the hardest part of dealing with a hardship is that it caught us by surprise. We weren't ready for it....

According to a recent survey, 8 in 10 Americans carry significant debt. Credit cards, mortgages, car loans, student loans - we are a society steeped in debt. But many of us never expected to be carrying the debt load we're carrying. We feel like we suddenly looked up and we owe thousands of dollars to creditors, and we never saw it coming. How do I get myself free from this overwhelming burden? An...

March 11, 2021 // Christians are supposed to be "godly," right? That seems like it's kinda assumed - if you're a follower of God, then you're godly. But there's more to godliness than just saying you believe in God and are trying to be a good person. // Join Marshall and Brandon as we talk about what godliness actually looks like and why Peter said it matters so much.

We have those times in our lives when things seem to be going great - we're moving forward, we're healthy, our relationships seem to be going well. And then - bam! - we get blindsided. Something we weren't ready for derails whatever it was that was going so well, and now we're struggling and trying to figure out what to do next. What do we do when life surprises us?

March 4, 2021 // Perseverance doesn't sound very fun. Choosing to keep going when there's adversity, when things are tough? Who really wants to do that? But Peter tells us that if we don't persevere, if we don't endure hardship, we can't fully experience the life God wants to provide for us. Peter himself struggled with perseverance sometimes though and had to watch how Jesus kept going, even when...

Loneliness was already a real struggle that affected many people on a daily basis, and the covid pandemic has seemed to make the problem even worse. But is it wrong for me to feel lonely? Is there anything I can do about it, or do I just have to try to smile and suffer through it? 

February 25, 2021 // Of all people that maybe shouldn't be telling others to exercise self-control, it would be Peter. The man had ongoing "control issues" - not with wanting to control others but with not always being able to control himself! But after years of walking with Jesus, towards the end of his life Peter recognized that one of the KEY INGREDIENTS to a good life is to learn to maintain s...

Christians aren't supposed to be depressed or anxious, right? They're just supposed to always have peace and joy. But what if that's not my reality? Can I still be a good Christian and struggle with depression? Can I still consider myself to have faith while at the same time struggle with worry? Dr. Karl Wendt shares some special insights that will help us debunk some myths about depression and an...

 

Events over the last year, especially being on lockdown and having to socially distance, have put a spotlight on some struggles many of us are having with certain relationships. Marriage strains, parenting issues, and resentment with certain friendships seem to be on the rise in our communities. It's a real struggle, and yet it's something many of us have a hard time being honest about or seeking...

February 11, 2021 // Peter says that one of the key INGREDIENTS to add to our spiritual walk is GOODNESS. But what does it mean to be "good"? How do I know if I'm being "good" enough? Is there a cap or a limit to how good I'm supposed to be? // Join Marshall and Scotty as they talk about how Jesus models goodness for us and then calls us to embody goodness in our own lives.

While physical ailments can become overwhelming burdens, emotional struggles can be just as unbearable, if not more so. Over the last year we've seen mental health issues like depressions, anxiety, and loneliness steadily increase in our community. Let's take an honest look at some of the motional struggles many of  us have in common and discover together how our God can heal and our church f...

February 4, 2021 // When Peter talks about faith being a KEY INGREDIENT to a good life in 2 Peter 1:3, believe us when we say he KNOWS what he's talking about. From the king of "faith-failure" himself, Peter had his share of struggles with taking small steps of faith OR displaying no faith at all. But after years of walking with our savior and practicing faith, Peter reminds us here in 2 Peter 1:3...

If I've given my life to Jesus, then I've been rescued from sin and death. But that's really only part of my story. I may have also experienced healing, a better marriage, or more meaning purpose to my life because of my connection with God. And the key thing is, all of us who are Christians have a story to tell. But sharing my story may not be very easy for me to do. But what if I did? What if I...

//Apologies for the late start with this video - technical issues with our stream.  When there is something I feel like I need or something I'm struggling with, Christina people will often, with the best of intentions, tell me to "just pray about it." Sometimes that feels like a church cliché. Sometimes it feels like prayer isn't enough. But what if I did choose to pray? What if I prayed like...

January 21, 2021 // Unscripted is switching gears and focusing in on a NEW topic that will bring us through the next couple of months: The Ingredients for a Good Life (2 Peter 1:3-9). Written at the end of his earthly life, Peter has a LONG list of things that he wants other followers of Christ to hold on to to have the FULLEST life possible.  // Join us tonight as we dive into the realizatio...

January 19, 2021 // Last week we dove into context and meaning of the book of Proverbs, and this week we're comparing what Solomon has to say about the difference between wisdom and foolishness.

When I've been lied to or made fun of or cheated on or yelled at or abused or forgotten about... or just plain hurt, it's difficult to let go of that pain. It's difficult to let go of the resentment and bitterness that I have every right to... feel. But what if I could forgive? What if I could keep from holding a grudge? I know it would benefit that other person, but how would it benefit me? _____...

// January 14, 2021 // As many of our church family and friends have committed to reading the Bible more (check out our Read Scripture with Flagstone Facebook Group!), we're looking at some INFrequently asked questions that are specific and particular to our time in Genesis over the past 2 weeks. Who are the angels in Gen 18? Why is it improper for a Hebrew to eat with an Egyptian? Why is God surp...

Proverbs Intro

What would happen if I didn't just think about changing my attitude, a certain habit, or the way I treat certain people? What if I actually made a significant change? Would my life really be any better? Would theirs? Let's find out together in this lesson. __________________________ 00:03  Welcome / Prayer 04:22  “Lord, I Lift Your Name on High” 06:04  “Let It Rise” 08:42  “We...

// January 7, 2021 // Let's face it. The Bible is a LONG and at most times DIFFICULT book to read! From the ancient literature written in a different language to the REALLY strange stories in the first couple of books, then the rest of the long and complicated story... Reading the Bible is hard. // Although these are all VALID reasons to be hesitant to read the Bible more this year, we believe tha...

So often our "what-if" questions are rooted in fear or complacency. "What if something goes wrong?" "What if they ask me to do more?" But our what-if questions don't have to paralyze us - they can actually motivate us if we ask them the right way. So what are the right "what-if" questions I need to be asking? _________________________ Welcome / Prayer “Beautiful One” “Strong God” “Everytime” Commu...

Christmas is over. The decorations are getting put away, the tree is down, and the carols have stopped. All that I planned for over the last several weeks is done - what now? Well, the mission of Jesus didn't stop at the manger, and the direction and purpose of my life needs to move forward as well. What direction will I go? That depends on what I have my "face set towards." ______________________...

When it comes to seeing and feeling the "presence" of God, it can be had for MANY. Christians and non-Christians alike. Scripture shows us that God relates to us in very specific and relatable forms of presence like that of a child. A father. A groom. An average human being. So why would God choose such common and simple relationships in order to relate to us? So that we could relate to HE and HIS...