Dr. Mike McCormick

As we consider the celebration of our earthly fathers, we turn our attention to the love and discipline of our heavenly Father. God is a good father who disciplines the ones He loves, the ones He receives as sons and daughters. Scripture text is Hebrews 12:3-11.

After enjoying the musical worship of Darrell and Dawn Ritchie, we take a look at the simple truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Scripture passages from the book of Romans paint a clear picture of the love of Christ.

This morning we finish up chapter six of the book of Judges. Gideon completes his first assignment from the Lord as he is being prepared for bigger and better things. At the same time, Gideon demonstrates a surprising lack of faith in God as he "puts out the fleece" to gain further confirmation of God's commands. Scripture text is Judges 6:25 -40.

Today we continue our study verse by verse through the book of Judges. The people of Israel have once again fallen back into the vicious cycle of sin against God. Presumably, the judge Deborah has passed away and the people are doing what is evil in the sight of the Lord. The Lord sends them a prophet to call them to repentance. Then the Angel of the Lord makes an appearance. The peace of God is o...

Today we continue our study verse by verse through the book of Judges. In chapter four Deborah emerged as the only female judge in Israel. God used her to accomplish his purposes for his people despite the lack of obedient men. This week, in chapter five, Deborah and Barack sing a song celebrating God’s goodness in the victory He provided. Scripture text is Judges 5:1-31.

Today we continue our study through the book of Judges where we find an interesting scenario highlighting the roles of men and women in the kingdom of God. For the second time now in this book an individual attempts to make his obedience to God conditional. Unfortunately, this type of behavior never ends well. Scripture text is Judges 4-1-24.

This morning we get back into our study verse by verse through the book of Judges in the Old Testament. The vicious cycle begins. The people do what is evil in the sight of the Lord. The people suffer the consequences of their actions and are punished by God. The people cry out to God for help. God sends a deliverer in the form of a Judge. The Judge delivers the people and defeats their enemies. T...

Christ the Lord is risen today! Alleluia! This morning we celebrate the glorious resurrection of our Lord and King, Jesus Christ. Mary was at the tomb. Peter and John were at the tomb. They were all perplexed when they found it to be empty. John believed at that moment. Mary took a bit of convincing. What will it take for you to believe in Jesus? Scripture text is John 20:1-18.

Palm Sunday marks Jesus making his triumphant entry into Jerusalem. The people are shouting “Hosanna” and glorifying God as the Messiah makes his way through the city streets. Unfortunately, their attitudes would soon begin to change as Good Friday approaches. Scripture text is Luke 19:28 -48. **Due to technical difficulties, we join this sermon already in progress.

Today we continue our study verse by verse through the book of Judges. Last week we saw the people of Israel in terrible distress because of their disobedience. This week the same principle is reinforced with the reminder that all actions have consequences. God provided spiritual leaders for His people, but the people simply would not listen. Scripture text is Judges 2:16 -3:6.

Today we continue our study verse by verse through the book of Judges. The people of Israel demonstrate time and again reasons to trust in the Lord and follow His Word. Unfortunately, the people of God from one generation to the next fail to learn the necessary lesson. Disciple-making as a discipline emerges front and center as a crucial piece to the puzzle. Scripture text is Judges 2:1-15.

Today we begin our study verse by verse through the Old Testament book of Judges. We will see first hand the vicious cycle of God's provision and the people's unfaithfulness. Scripture text for today is Judges 1:1-36.

This morning we take a closer look at what is perhaps the most well-known verse of Scripture in the world, John 3:16 . God loved the world in a very particular way. He gave his one and only Son in order that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life. This Scripture is at the heart of the gospel.

Today we complete our study of the book of Joshua. All the battles have been fought and won. The promised land has been claimed and occupied. The only thing left to do is to fear the Lord and serve Him only. Joshua completes his farewell address with a compelling proposition along with distinct proclamation. Scripture text is Joshua 24:1-33.

This morning we come to the beginning of the end as it pertains to Joshua's ministry. Joshua begins his farewell address with a final plea for the people to take seriously their love for the Lord their God and their faithfulness to the covenant they have made with Him. When it comes to who God is and all God has done, the people of God cannot afford to forget to remember. Scripture text is Joshua...

This morning we continue our study verse by verse through the book of Joshua. The conquest is complete. The promised land is possessed and occupied. The tribes of Reuben and Gad, along with the half-tribe of Manasseh, are now able to return to their inherited land on the east side of the Jordan. However, what should be a time of rejoicing turns into a time of potential conflict, all because of som...

This morning, as we continue our study through the book of Joshua, we discover how the people of Israel set aside 48 cities from among their collective inheritance for the Levites. Since there was no inheritance of land for the Levites, God had commanded Moses to set aside cities in which they would live. God supplies the land, God refreshes their memories, and God gives them rest when the task is...

Today we continue our study through the book of Joshua. Moses had commanded the people of Israel to designate six cities out of the forty-eight cities of the Levites as "Cities of Refuge." These locations would provide protection for those who had accidentally, or without malice and premeditation, taken the life of another. The correlation between the Old Testament Cities of Refuge and the singula...

Today we continue our study through the book of Joshua. The remaining seven tribes of the sons of Israel are ready to divide their inheritance in the promised land. Why has it taken so long for God's people to take possession of what was promised? There has been a delay in obedience. Scripture text is Joshua 18:1 - 19:51 .

This morning we continue our study verse by verse through the Old Testament book of Joshua. The sons of Joseph, Ephraim and Manasseh, are now about to receive their inheritance in the promised land. Once again, however, there is some difficulty with God's people driving out the Canaanites from the land that is rightfully theirs. What crucial ingredient is missing from this equation? Scripture text...

Today we continue our study verse by verse through the book of Joshua. The tribe of Judah is receiving their inheritance within the promised land on the west side of the Jordan. Caleb continues his obedience in service to the Lord as he drives out the remaining sons of the Anakim in Hebron. But the story ends on a negative note as the Jebusites remain in Jerusalem despite the presence of the sons...

This morning we continue our study verse by verse through the book of Joshua. God's people are preparing to occupy the land of their inheritance. In the meantime, Caleb is ready to receive the long-awaited promise of God. He has labored forty-five years with patient faithfulness and now he will be rewarded. Scripture text is Joshua 14:1-15.

This morning we resume our study verse by verse through the Old Testament book of Joshua. Much of the action of war and battle is complete, but there is still much land to be occupied by God's people. Chapter 13 is a picture of God's faithfulness to always do His part of the work. It is also a lesson for God's people to worry more about what God has told them to do and less about what God has prom...

Following a Christmas Cantata presented by the worship choir, Pastor Mike brings a brief message from the book of Hebrews. Joy is so important in life, but often it seems so elusive. Discouragement, however, seems easy to come by. The true and solitary source of lasting joy is Jesus Christ. We must fix our eye on Christ alone. Scripture text is Hebrews 12:1-3.

This morning we celebrate the third Sunday of the 2024 Advent season. The theme for today is love, specifically, the love of God. Scripture shows us abundant evidence of the love of God toward His people. One great example of God's love is seen in the life and experience of King David. As David desires to build a house for the God of Israel, he quickly finds out that God has other plans. Scripture...