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Being in the family of God can bring with it different backgrounds, personalities, and experiences. The key to a healthy example of Christ in the church? Unity. Paul's discussion in Ephesians emphasizes the importances of being a people who are known by their unity together, and in Christ. 

As we begin our series 'Parables,' we look at the one parable Jesus told that He said you needed to understand in order to understand the rest. Today's parable is all about the soil of the heart, and how it can either nourish or choke out the work of the Gospel in our lives.

As we continue in our midweek series on the book of Ephesians, we highlight a moment where Paul is overcome with emotion. He's so overcome that he falls to  his knees to pray. His deep cry to the Ephesians out of that moment? That they know how much God loves them! He loves you too!

While we've been following the journey of the Israelites into the Promised Land we focus in on a story about Caleb. It was 45 years after entering the Promised Land, and Caleb lays claim to a mountain. Usually we refer to mountains in a negative context, but in this case it was a promise for Caleb. What has the Lord promised you? What dreams do you have? Today is a day for faith for the promi...

As we continue in our series Take the Land, we fast forward to Joshua's final words. When we learn to fear the Lord, and stand on His principles it sets us up for blessing. If you want the favor of the Lord in your life, then learn from Joshua's words and implement them in your life today!

There is one principle that is found in scripture that answers the question of how to be closer to God. This simple act can have a profound impact on our journey and relationship with God. A great example is that of the life of Joshua and a small portion of scripture that created a ripple effect of promise, providence, and miracles that accompanied his life.

Christ is the cornerstone of our faith. A cornerstone in biblical times was the main stone with which every other building stone was aligned. In the same way, we grow into alignment with our chief cornerstone, Jesus, and that alignment helps us become a dwelling place for His presence.

When Jesus is approached by a gentile woman for help, his response might shock us. He calls her a dog. Yet her faith and persistence to petition the Lord for a miracle causes Jesus to grant her request. What are you needing faith for? What crumbs do you need from the master's table?

In the Israelites journey to claim the Promised Land, there's one miracle that stands out above the rest. It's when the sun and moon stood still. Joshua's audacious prayer challenges us to believe God for the same. To be bold and and fearless with our faith in prayer. Need a miracle today? Need the sun to stand still?

The Children of Israel suffered a major defeat at the city of Ai. After the amazing miracle of the walls falling in Jericho, something within their camp lead to an unexpected defeat. Their lesson teaches us the power of hidden sin, but God's mercy through Christ also tells us the power of His love.

We were once dead in our sin, yet in Christ we were brought back to life! Not only did Christ resurrect us, but we were also seated with Him in heavenly realms. As we continue our midweek series in the book of Ephesians, we'll look at what it means to be seated with Christ, and what our response should be to that truth.

When Joshua lead the Israelites into the Promised Land, one of the first stops was Jericho. Their example shows us the power of consistent, faithful obedience. Sometimes the call to obedience doesn't make sense, but like the Old Testament story, it can lead to walls falling down.

In Ephesians chapter 1, Paul relays a prayer that he prays specifically for the church in Ephesus. This simple prayer has powerful implications when applied to our lives. The prayer was all about the believers growing in wisdom and revelation. How are these defined, and what does the prayer produce? That's what we talk about in this sermon from our Midweek service!

After returning from their mission to scope out the Promised Land, the twelve spies had differing reports. Ten of them said they couldn't overtake what God had promised, but two were defiant and stood in faith that God would see them through. Their lesson of faith reminds us today to rely on God in faith for His promises in our lives. Your journey into God's calling for your life is wait...

As we continue in our journey through Paul's letter to the Ephesians, we discuss the importance of focusing on the 'Who' that binds us all together. We are a family, and though we have differences, we all share something in common that outweighs those differences. It's the power of the Holy Spirit that binds us together.

When David was established as King, he sought a way to honor his friendship with his deceased friend Jonathan. That's when he found Jonathan's son, Mephibosheth. King David invited Mephibosheth to dine at his table, and blessed him with the land given to his family. We too, like Mephibostheth, are invited to the table of the Lord, and there's room for everyone to dine with our King!

As we continue our Midweek series on Ephesians, we look at two verses in chapter one that teach us the importance of salvation. It is not something reserved for a special class chosen by God. It is available to whosoever would choose to follow Christ!

The church is more than a building. It's a body of believers on mission to build the Kingdom of God. Evangelism is a key component in the life of the believer, and it's more than a Sunday experience. Every moment at your work place, on your errands, or with family is a moment to share the Gospel. It's a moment to be a Kingdom Builder!

In the Gospel's there's a unique story of a man eager to catch a glimpse of Jesus. That man was Zacchaeus. His earnestness and pursuit can teach us in our walk with Christ. How hungry are we to catch a glimpse of Jesus? Are we as hungry as Zacchaeus?

As a church we are called to be Kingdom Builders, and a story in the Old Testament gives us insight into being a people who build the kingdom. A man named Naaman was overcome with leprosy and in desperate need of healing. Through the kindness of an enslaved maidservant, he's told about a prophet in Israel who can heal him. When we obey and scatter the seed of the Gospel, we too can help peopl...

Paul's letter to the Ephesians, called by some the pinnacle of the Pauline epistles, is a letter that also applies to our modern day Church. This is a letter about going deeper in your faith, deeper into understanding God, and deeper into relationship with God. The first aspect of this journey with God? Understanding that you are spiritually blessed.

Sin is an awful aspect of the human experience, but in God's love and mercy He has provided us a way to live free from it. How? Through His word. You can live a free life, so consumed with His word and His presence that all temptation seems insignificant compared to knowing Him. The Lord cleanses us, we only have to be washed by The Word.

Elijah was one of the most notable prophets in the old testament. Even so, this man of God had a moment of deep despair. The example of his darkest moment highlights for us how God cares for us in ours. His love and mercy for us in our weakness helps set us on a path to be soul healthy.

The Israelites testing in the wilderness defined their experience leading up to the spies report about the promised land. They had all they needed, yet still grumbled against God. In our own testing seasons, we have the option of following in their footsteps or learning from their example. When you're in a wilderness season, this is how you can thrive.

The Bible is Spirit inspired & God-breathed. It judges the thoughts and attitudes of our heart. It is also the greatest way to know the heart of God. Growing deeper in our Christian faith is directly related to our biblical maturity. It's knowing the scriptures to be sweeter than honey and more desirable than gold.