Hillside Evangelical Free Church

Do you sometimes doubt God's care and goodness? When we're going through something difficult it can be hard to know how to process our many thoughts and emotions. In Psalm 77 we see an example of someone processing raw emotions and working through their own need to remember who God is. Join us as we learn more about bringing hard things to God in prayer and trusting in His goodness in the...

There are many places in the Bible where it says "do not fear", but what about the times when the Bible says to "fear"? In Psalm 76 we are going to look at why it's important to fear the Lord.

When the earth totters and it's inhabitants are unsteady, what hope can we have of stability? In Psalm 75 we get a glimpse of God's justice as the ultimate judge of all that happens on earth. We learn that God judges with equity and that he will bring low the proud and exalt the humble. Such knowledge is then meant to move us to praise and thanksgiving as we trust in the justice of God.

In the midst of national destruction the psalmist of Psalm 74 cries out to God in lament for all that's happened. It is through this lament that the psalmist moves to remembering God's past saving work, and proceed forward with hope in His future saving work.

Why is it that wicked people seem to prosper and oftentimes those who follow God experience suffering? In Psalm 73 the psalmist wrestles with this question and even finds himself envying the wicked who are at ease. But he doesn't finish in the same place that he began. Join us as we see the psalmist's journey from envy to understanding, from jealousy to praise.

As Romans chapter 10 comes to a close we see the importance of the church responding in a missional manner to proclaim the truth of the gospel. For this good news is relevant for all people, in any culture, on any continent, during any time period. May more people hear and respond to the truth of the gospel because of our faithful obedience to share it with others!

Last time in the book of Titus we focused on the idea that sound doctrine should lead to good works. This time we look at the idea of sound doctrine itself being a firm foundation for our life. Join us as we learn from Pastor Dave Stevenson in this week's sermon.

All who turn to Jesus in faith will be saved! It may seem simple but that's part of the point. For centuries people have been trying to earn their way into right standing with God only to find they have fallen short. The good news of the gospel is that salvation comes through faith in God's promised savior Jesus Christ. Even more, this faith is available to everyone who believes in Him. Th...

How can you obtain salvation? The Jews had the law that was intended to point them to faith in Christ. Unfortunately for many that very law became the object of faith instead of the road to faith. What about you? Are you trusting in Jesus for salvation or are you unintentionally placing your faith in something else? Will your good works save you? Explore this important topic with us in Romans 9:30...

How do you describe God's sovereignty in salvation? Join us as we look at this passage from Romans 9:14-29 as we continue to look at Paul's argument for God's initiative in salvation.

Following a climactic exclamation of God's love in Romans 8, Paul quickly changes tone and talks about the sorrow and anguish of heart that he has for the Jewish people. Although they were entrusted with so much, many of them relied on their spiritual heritage for salvation instead of looking to Christ in faith. How about us in the American church? Are we relying on our heritage for salvation?...

At Easter Christians around the world celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. It is so central to the Christian faith that Paul says in 1 Corinthians 15 that if Christ hadn't been raised then his preaching would be in vain and your faith would be in vain. But we celebrate this Easter 2025 because Jesus has in fact been raised from the dead and the account of His resurrection...

With all that’s going on in the world today, how can we overcome fear and live in the confidence that we belong to God? Have you ever considered the implications of nothing being able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus? This is a much needed message from Romans 8:31-39 that Christ is our hope in life and death. 

How do you persevere through difficult times? Romans 8:26-30 carries some much needed encouragement for all those who love God and are called according to His purpose. May you find hope to carry on as you meditate on God's truth today.

How do you carry on when experiencing the hardships of life? From the aches and pains of aging to the interpersonal conflicts that are often present in life; we need hope for our future and a reason to persevere through difficulties. This week we look at Romans 8:18-25 and discuss the great hope that Christians have for the future when Christ returns and makes all things new!

What can we learn from a small story in the Bible about the prophet Jeremiah being rescued from a cistern? It turns out there are many things we can learn and apply to our lives today. Join us as we learn about an Ethiopian who rescued the prophet Jeremiah from death.

What does it mean to be adopted children of God? How should that impact our lives? Join us as we explore these things in Romans 8:12-17.

After walking through the depths of Romans chapter 7 we have now arrived at the hope-filled message of Romans chapter 8. The chapter begins with the words, "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus". Join us for this life-giving message of hope in Jesus Christ.

What is the pupose of God's law? What does it do and can it bring salvation? Romans 7 is a very tricky and debated passage of Scripture but through this sermon we will take a look at some important things we need to understand for today.

This week we look at the book of Titus and exlore the idea that good doctrine should result in good deeds. May we all grow in zeal for doing good unto the glory of God.

What does Paul mean when he says that we have died to the law? Isn't God's law good? What is the result of all this? These are some of the things that are tackled in this sermon from Romans 7:1-6.

How is that working out for you? It's a simple question that prompts reflection on the results of your choices. In this sermon on Romans 6:15-23 we see that there are two choices before us that lead to very different outcomes. We can present ourselves as slaves of sin or slaves of righteousness. One leads to death and the other leads to eternal life; which one will you choose?

What does it mean to be dead to sin but alive to God? In Romans 6:1-14 Paul explains how Christians are united with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection; and how the result of that is newness of life. Since Jesus has given freedom from sin, let us not continue to walk in that manner, but rather present ourselves as instruments for righteousness.

In Romans 5:12-21 Paul compares and contrasts Adam with Jesus. It's a logical argument that he puts forward that is intended to help us understand both our predicament of being descendants of Adam, while also laying out a case for the grace and hope that is found in Jesus Christ.

Many words could be used when describing God's work of salvation. While they relate to one another, today we are focusing on the work of reconciliation that happens when we put our faith in Jesus Christ. May you find hope and encouragement from this message in Romans 5:1-11.