First Shallowater: Weekly Worship Messages

Discover the five essential areas of human flourishing that lead to a truly rich and satisfying life. Learn how faith, relationships, vocation, finances, and well-being work together to create a life of purpose and meaning. Explore the characteristics of a healthy church and its role in personal growth and community impact. This message reveals practical steps for evaluating and improving these ke...

Feeling frantic and overwhelmed in today's fast-paced world? Discover timeless lessons from Luke 2, where Mary and Joseph's experience of losing Jesus offers profound insights. Learn why we feel frantic—whether it's losing our anchor points, looking in the wrong places, or thinking we're in control. Find out how to move from panic to peace by remembering God's promises, spending time in His presen...

In this week's exploration of Luke 2, we delve into the often-overlooked figure of Joseph and his remarkable obedience to God. As we reflect on the Christmas season, Joseph's story offers powerful lessons on faithfulness and trust. Despite the uncertainties and challenges, Joseph chose to follow God's instructions, leading him to witness the miraculous birth of Jesus. This narrative encourages us...

Explore the inspiring story of Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus, in our 'Average Joe' series. Joseph, a humble construction worker, faced a profound test of faith when he discovered Mary was pregnant. Despite the fear and potential shame, he obeyed God's command to marry her, understanding that her child was conceived by the Holy Spirit. This act of obedience, though costly, led to an extraordi...

Explore the profound lessons of faith and righteousness through the story of Joseph, a humble construction worker chosen by God for an extraordinary purpose. This narrative delves into the significance of the virgin birth, a cornerstone of Christian faith, and highlights how God often selects the seemingly insignificant to fulfill His extraordinary purposes. Joseph's righteousness, imparted by God...

What is it about the holidays that can make us feel vulnerable, inadequate, or broken? Do you ever feel like your life is a little bit of a letdown, like you are really nothing special, like others have it more “together” than you do? Ironically, this season of Advent celebrates the exact opposite message. We are loved by God, and we are gifted by God. We can be used by God to accomplish great thi...

Discover the profound concept of true belonging as revealed in Ephesians 2. In a world where acceptance is often fleeting, the Bible offers a deeper, lasting sense of belonging in God's kingdom. Paul reassures the marginalized Christians in Ephesus that they are citizens and family members of God's kingdom, enjoying unparalleled privileges and purpose. This message explores the metaphors of citize...

Discover the profound truths of Ephesians 2 and understand real peace in Christ. This passage challenges us to move beyond superficial divisions and embrace the unifying love of Jesus. Paul addresses the deep spiritual and social divisions between Jews and Gentiles, emphasizing that Christ's love transcends all human barriers. Learn how Jesus' sacrifice on the cross broke down walls of hostility,...

Explore the profound teachings of Ephesians 2 in this week's message, where we uncover the true meaning of life and death from a biblical perspective. Disobedience to God leads to spiritual death, much like King Charles II's tragic medical treatment. Paul explains that living in sin is akin to floating downstream, effortlessly carried by the world's current, leading to death. This condition affect...

Discover the essence of real wisdom as taught by Paul in the book of Ephesians. Real wisdom is a divine gift, received through surrender and cultivated through a deep relationship with God. It enables us to see the world clearly and is characterized by humility, compassion, and a focus on God. Learn how this wisdom can transform your life and empower you with God's resurrection power.

Discover the true nature of blessings as described in Ephesians 1. In a world where material wealth and success are often mistaken for blessings, Paul reveals that real blessings come from being united with Christ. This union brings every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms, making us part of God's family. Learn about the significance of God's presence, the gift of the Holy Spirit, and our n...

Discover the powerful lessons from the story of Roy Riegels' wrong-way run and a pivotal moment in Jesus' ministry. In this message, we explore how Jesus' revelation of His mission in Matthew 16:21-28 challenges our worldly perspectives and calls us to a life of surrender and sacrifice. Learn how to align your goals with God's will, trust in His greater plan, and embrace the path of true salvation...

If you feel like we are living through a really unique, volatile cultural moment right now, you’re not alone, and you’re not wrong. Some experts are calling it a cultural convulsion. Our reality on the other side of this moment in history is going to look vastly different from our reality before it. Many of us are experiencing something similar in our personal lives. How do we navigate the tumult...

From the latest headline to social media comments, to the person who just cut you off in traffic—there are plenty of opportunities to be offended each day. But what if we decided to respond differently to those around us? Together, let’s learn how to live with No Offense.

From the latest headline to social media comments, to the person who just cut you off in traffic—there are plenty of opportunities to be offended each day. But what if we decided to respond differently to those around us? Together, let’s learn how to live with No Offense.

From the latest headline to social media comments, to the person who just cut you off in traffic—there are plenty of opportunities to be offended each day. But what if we decided to respond differently to those around us? Together, let’s learn how to live with No Offense.

From the latest headline to social media comments, to the person who just cut you off in traffic—there are plenty of opportunities to be offended each day. But what if we decided to respond differently to those around us? Together, let’s learn how to live with No Offense.

From the latest headline to social media comments, to the personwho just cut you off in traffic—there are plenty of opportunities to be offended each day. But what if we decided to respond differently to those around us? Together, let’s learn how to live with No Offense.

FAITH. We hear this word all the time in church. We are told to have it, to practice it, to grow it;  but what is faith? What does faith look like? What impact does faith have on me? There are several stories in the gospels where Jesus actually identifies people with faith, and commends them for it. Over the next few weeks, we’re going to take a look at a few of these stories, and let Jesus show u...

FAITH. We hear this word all the time in church. We are told to have it, to practice it, to grow it;  but what is faith? What does faith look like? What impact does faith have on me? There are several stories in the gospels where Jesus actually identifies people with faith, and commends them for it. Over the next few weeks, we’re going to take a look at a few of these stories, and let Jesus show u...

FAITH. We hear this word all the time in church. We are told to have it, to practice it, to grow it;  but what is faith? What does faith look like? What impact does faith have on me? There are several stories in the gospels where Jesus actually identifies people with faith, and commends them for it. Over the next few weeks, we’re going to take a look at a few of these stories, and let Jesus show u...

FAITH. We hear this word all the time in church. We are told to have it, to practice it, to grow it;  but what is faith? What does faith look like? What impact does faith have on me? There are several stories in the gospels where Jesus actually identifies people with faith, and commends them for it. Over the next few weeks, we’re going to take a look at a few of these stories, and let Jesus show u...

FAITH. We hear this word all the time in church. We are told to have it, to practice it, to grow it;  but what is faith? What does faith look like? What impact does faith have on me? There are several stories in the gospels where Jesus actually identifies people with faith, and commends them for it. Over the next few weeks, we’re going to take a look at a few of these stories, and let Jesus show u...

What keeps us going through the hard times? How do we stand up under the weight of painful or difficult circumstances? Hope. Hope that things will get better, that’s what gets us through. But, what does it mean to have hope?  Hope is more than a feeling. Hope is confidence in the goodness of God. Hope moves us to action. We don’t wait around for our hopes to be fulfilled. Empowered by the Spirit o...