Flagstone Church of Christ

The Day of Atonement was one of the most important days on Israel's calendar. More than a reminder of sin, it was a powerful reminder of God's grace and His desire to bring forgiveness and restoration to His people. Today, we no longer look to sacrifices or rituals—we look to Jesus, whose sacrifice on the cross provides the atonement we all need.

The Feast of Trumpets is one of the most mysterious festivals in the Old Testament. Unlike the other Holy Days, God gave very little explanation for it. Yet throughout Israel's history, the sound of a trumpet meant it was time to stop, listen, and respond. What does that teach us about God? Is He trying to get our attention today?

The Feast of Weeks, also known as Pentecost, was a festival in which God's people offered some of the best crops He had blessed them with. It wasn't about paying God back—it was about thankfulness. Everyone participated because everyone had received blessings from God. While we don't offer our best grain to God today, we still have every reason to be thankful—not for crops and livestoc...

In ancient Israel, the Feast of Firstfruits reminded God's people to bring Him the first and best of their harvest, trusting Him with the rest. As followers of Jesus, that same principle still challenges us today. What would change if we gave God and others our best—not just occasionally, but every day? What does it mean to live as people of firstfruits and to offer God our first and best?

In ancient times, God gave His people a festival during which He required them to remove every trace of leaven from their homes. The Feast of Unleavened Bread reminds us that God still calls us to identify and purge the things that corrupt our hearts and distract us from Him. So what needs to be cleaned out of my life?

Peter's confession that Jesus is the Christ the Son of God is foundational to His church. The truth of Jesus’ divine identity cannot coexist alongside misguided perceptions that He was simply a prophet or good teacher.

In ancient times God gave His people a special celebration called Passover — a reminder that He had rescued them from slavery and brought them into freedom. God wanted His people to never forget what He had done for them. And He still doesn’t. Today, we remember the even greater freedom we’ve been given through Jesus, our Passover Lamb. Because of His sacrifice, we can be free from sin, guilt, and...

We all have special days marked on our calendars — holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, and celebrations that bring people together and help us remember what matters most. In ancient times God also gave His people sacred days set apart for worship, rest, feasting, and remembrance. What were these holy days, why did they matter, and what can they still teach us about God and our connection with Him...

Motherhood is full of joy and exhaustion, victories and setbacks, laughter and sacrifice. Moms are often the steady anchor for their families, offering strength, comfort, and support through every season of life. But moms need an anchor too. The good news is that God is always faithful to provide strength, peace, and help when life feels overwhelming. The same God who uses mothers to care for othe...

These days, truth can be hard to pin down. Between A.I., filtered posts, and the way we present polished versions of ourselves, it’s almost expected that what we see isn’t the full picture. But Scripture is different. For centuries, God’s Word has proven to be true and reliable. With so many voices offering guidance, the Bible is the one source I know I can trust to anchor my life.

Most of us have someone we turn to when life feels overwhelming—someone we trust for advice, support, and direction. We need that kind of anchor, a steady presence that keeps us from drifting or falling when life gets uncertain. Now imagine if the church could be that kind of presence in your life. Not just a place you attend, but a family you can rely on—a steady, safe community that walks with y...

We’ve become a self-reliant people. We tell ourselves we don’t need anyone—that we can handle life on our own. Or worse, we start to believe no one would want to help, accept, or love us anyway. So we stop expecting it. And when hard moments come, we feel completely alone. But God gives grace. He accepts us and loves us just as we are—no conditions, no hesitation. That’s the hope I can anchor to.....

Anchor points keep us secure. They hold us steady when everything around us shifts, and they keep us from drifting when the winds push against us. Faith is meant to be that kind of anchor. Trusting that God’s Word is true and His promises are reliable gives me something unshakable to hold onto when life feels uncertain. But an anchor only works if I actually use it. So how do I strengthen my faith...

Easter is usually full of bunnies and eggs and bright colors and fun photos. But Easter tells a far greater story—the story that Jesus didn’t remain in the grave. Three days after His death, He rose again. And that truth isn’t just worth celebrating—it’s worth building my entire life around. Because the empty tomb is more than a story of victory; it’s a story of hope.

There is both danger and responsibility for those who follow Jesus and have been blessed with material wealth. Scripture calls us to guard our hearts against pride and misplaced hope in riches, while stepping into the opportunity to “be generous and ready to share” (1 Timothy 6:18). So how do we flee arrogance and false security—and instead pursue a life marked by goodness, purity, and generosity?

We live in a world that constantly tells us we need more—more money, more success, more recognition. In Luke 12:15, Jesus challenges that narrative and invites us into something deeper. Join us this Sunday as we unpack “The Lie of More” and rediscover a life not defined by what we have, but by who we are.

There are countless things that bring stress and anxiety into our lives—economic uncertainty, job pressures, marriage struggles, family conflict, war, racism, environmental concerns—the list goes on. How do we relieve the deep sense of worry so many of us feel? The world tells us peace can be purchased: invest in this, buy that, accumulate more, and your problems will fade away. But is peace reall...

It has never been easier to accumulate “stuff.” With a click of a button, we can buy almost anything and have it delivered to our door—sometimes within minutes. There’s nothing inherently wrong with enjoying what we buy. But what if something deeper is driving our constant desire for more? What if it’s greed? How do I recognize when greed is taking hold of my heart, and how do I stop feeding it?

When things don't go the way we want them to, our natural response is to try to find someone to blame. It makes us feel better about ourselves, and maybe even our circumstances, if we can find someone else to be at fault for whatever situation we find ourselves in. Pointing fingers and blaming may help us feel better about ourselves, but it can be very hurtful to the person who is receiving th...

"If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all." Many of us grew up hearing this phrase, usually with the purpose of teaching us not to insult others or gossip behind their backs. However, sometimes choosing not to say anything, not to use our words and communicate, can actually be more hurtful than sharing what's on our hearts. My silence can end up causing anxie...

While guilt can sometimes be a good motivator, it is also often used as a weapon, especially in relationships. We put people on guilt trips to manipulate feelings and make them do or not do what we want. Sometimes we don't even realize we're using guilt as a weapon in our relationships until enough damage has been done, and we see the hurt we've caused. No one wins when we play the &qu...

Comparison is such a common part of our daily interactions. We compare prices on items we want to buy. We compare the food we eat at different restaurants. We compare our music tastes to those of others. We find all sorts of ways (sometimes without even thinking about it) to compare what someone else has to what we have. Comparison can sometimes be harmless, but it can also be dangerous, especiall...

It’s common for people to “play games” in certain relationships. We make choices and say things in order to win the argument or get things to go our way, and at the same time we end up undermining trust and respect with that other person. At Flagstone for the month of February, we are going to take an honest look at the games people play in relationships and discover how we can truly “win” by maki...

When our glasses are dirty and scratched or when our contacts have debris on them, it impacts the way we see and perceive the world around us. We might be able to see something in front of us, but we may not see it clearly or be able to recognize what it really is. In the same way, our perception of other people, or even ourselves, can be clouded. We don't see things the way we should. We rely...

We all have lots of different things to which we give our attention, our effort, our time, even our finances. And most of the time the things that dominate our schedules and our list of priorities aren't necessarily bad in and of themselves. There's nothing wrong with advancing our careers or setting and accomplishing goals or having nice possessions. But what about when I become more pass...