First Words of Encouragement

God works through Elisha and the anointing of Jehu, showing that even amid Israel’s rebellion, God equips and calls His servants to act in obedience for His purposes. It all ends in the execution of God’s long-delayed judgment on the house of Ahab, reminding all believers that God calls His people to faithful action and self-examination as participants in His unfolding story. For more information,...

Our primary devotion must be sitting at the feet of Jesus rather than getting lost in the noise of productivity. Even good acts of service can become distractions if they displace our personal relationship with Christ. Please prioritize daily time with Him as the only thing truly necessary. For more information, click here .

Mary and Joseph’s faithful obedience to Jewish rituals opened the door for divine encounters with Simeon and Anna, who recognized Jesus as the promised Savior. Their example reminds us that walking closely with God transforms our waiting into worship and compels us to boldly share His salvation with others. For more information, click here .

Hear the bells ring and hear from our International Mission Board Missionary, Ross Frierson. For more information about our church, click here .

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Joseph’s quiet strength shines through his justice, compassion, and willingness to follow God’s direction even when life felt confusing and unfair. His immediate obedience—despite uncertainty—shows believers today how God works through faithful hearts to accomplish His purposes. For more information about our church, click here .

Mary had an unexpected calling to bear the Son of God. God can use anyone, regardless of their limitations, to accomplish His purposes. We believers, need to recognize our own calling, trust in God’s presence, and be willing participants in His work. For more information about our church, click here .

Worship begins with a heart prepared by gratitude, for thanksgiving and praise are the “keys” that usher us into the Lord’s presence. We give thanks not merely for His gifts, but because He is good, His lovingkindness is everlasting, and His faithfulness endures to every generation. For more information about our church, click here .

Naaman’s story shows a man transformed by God’s mercy, whose newfound gratitude led him to forsake old ways and honor the one true God. Gehazi’s actions warn us that greed and dishonesty can undermine God’s work, reminding us that His grace is a gift never to be bought, twisted, or taken lightly. For more information about our church, click here .

The story of Naaman's leprosy cure illustrates three spiritual principles: that God uses the humble (like the servant girl) to point people toward healing, and that  pride  must be overcome before one can accept God's simple way of grace. Ultimately,  obedience  to God's seemingly small command (washing in the Jordan) is what brings the great blessing of physical cleansing and serves a...

God calls us beyond our comfort zones, equipping us with strength and purpose for the mission He sets before us—just as He did with Elisha after Elijah. For more information about our church, click here .

Like Elisha, believers today must rely on God's care, seek His empowerment, and carry on the mission entrusted to them by Christ. For more information about our church, click here .

God's Word is always fulfilled, whether it brings blessing or judgment, as seen in King Ahab’s downfall despite his attempts to avoid prophecy. Ignoring or resisting God's commands leads to destruction, while trusting and obeying Him brings life and security. God’s justice is perfect and trustworthy, offering hope and stability to those who follow His ways. For more information about our c...

King Ahab’s greed led him to steal Naboth’s vineyard, revealing a heart enslaved to sin and rebellion against God’s authority—but God’s justice would not be mocked. Through Elijah, the Lord confronted Ahab’s corruption, reminding us that sin always carries consequences, yet repentance opens the door to mercy. When Ahab humbled himself before God, the Lord delayed judgment, showing that even the mo...

When greed rules, we lose sight of God, but when Christ rules, we learn that in Him, we already have everything we need. For more information about our church, click here .

God is not limited to the mountaintops of life but is also fully present and powerful in the valleys of difficulty, proving His strength when human resources fall short. Are you trusting in Him at all times? For more information about our church, click here .

Elijah’s story reminds us that even when we feel purposeless or alone, God still has work for us and will renew our calling. His mission is bigger than any one person, and He provides others—like Elisha—to carry it forward. Our simple, faithful obedience to God can spark a legacy that impacts lives far beyond our own. For more information about our church, click here .

The people of Israel had forsaken God, leaning on their own understanding and choosing Baal instead of trusting the Lord, showing how small they allowed God to become in their lives. Elijah confronted them with a choice—whether to follow the living God or false gods—and demonstrated that the Lord alone is powerful and faithful enough to be counted on. When fire fell from heaven, the people declare...

God often brings us to places where we must depend entirely on Him, stripping away our illusions of control. Elijah’s story in 1 Kings 17 shows that God sometimes dries up one source to direct us to another, even if it seems unlikely or uncomfortable, like a poor widow supplying his needs. Through obedience, both Elijah and the widow experienced God’s ongoing provision, proving His supply never ru...

One of our own, Jackson Cordill, recently returned from a mission trip to Honduras. Listen as he shares about how God moved when he was there. For more information about our church, click here .

This sermon reflects on  1 Kings 17:1–6 , and shows how God’s authority, provision, and unexpected methods teach obedience and trust. Elijah boldly declared God’s Word, experienced divine protection, and received miraculous provision, demonstrating that God’s care is certain even in the most unlikely ways. The message reminds us that while seasons of drought and challenge come, God’s faithfulness...

A sermon from Jeffrey Ryder. For more information about our church, click here .

One of our members, Bob Nelson, went to Brazil recently and in this episode, he shares about his experiences. All experiences with God need to be shared. Have you experienced the work of God in your life lately? If so, share it with someone. for more information about our church, click here .

The pastor and his family went on a mission trip to Brazil with Beyond the Walls Ministries. Listen to the account of their trip. For more information about our church, click here .

Starting strong in faith is important, but we can’t just give up. We need to keep walking with God every day and following His Word. The story of the prophet reminds us that even small mistakes can have big consequences, and we need to be careful not to be swayed by false voices. Despite God’s clear warnings, Jeroboam didn’t change his ways, and that led to serious problems. So, let us be careful...