LaGrave Church

The word "religion" tends to have some negative connotations. James offers us a 2-fold explanation about what true religion looks like. It balances social/outward concerns and inward purity. Guest minister, Rev. David Bast, leads our service. The Scripture passage is James 1:18-27.

We deep dive the intersection of worship, formation, and missions. We discover how these three work together and strengthen our spirituality and community. Session two of two presented by Rev. Chris Schoon, Director of Faith Formation Ministries for the CRCNA, Rev. Joyce Borger, Director of Worship Ministries for the CRCNA, and our own Rev. Mike Hoogeboom, Minister of Faith Formation. Growing U is...

Session one of two on discussing how our worship practices, formational ministry, and missional outreach are formative for the whole of our spiritual life. Presented by Rev. Chris Schoon, Director of Faith Formation Ministries for the CRCNA, Rev. Joyce Borger, Director of Worship Ministries for the CRCNA, and our own Rev. Mike Hoogeboom, Minister of Faith Formation. Growing U is part of our adult...

We are told to "greet with a holy kiss" five times in the New Testament. So why don't we do it? What is the point of the kiss? We return to our Fall Sermon Series as Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is 2 Corinthians 13:11-14.

We dive deep into Psalm 24. We hear that the psalm is a liturgy of returning, asking to see God's face. Is God's face what they expected? Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Psalm 24.

Pain is unfortunately a part of life. Often, we respond to it with denial or despair. However, Exodus points us in a third direction. One in which we find the glory of God. Guest minister, Rev. Scott Hoezee, leads our service. The Scripture passage is Exodus 16:1-15.

There are so many differences in the world. How are we supposed to find unity in Christ? We find unity in his likeness. Guest minister, Rev. Kathy Smith, leads our service. The Scripture passage is Philippians 2:1-11.

Admonishment is a very Biblical action. However, without a robust loving and trusting Christian community, we end up tearing each other apart. Rev. Peter Jonker continues our Fall Sermon Series "One Another" series. The Scripture passages are Colossians 3: 12-17 and Romans 15:14-16.

We often forget the wondrous things God has done for us. We need reminders. The Israelites built Ebenezers out of stones. Do you have an Ebenezer? Guest minister, Rev. Emily VandenHeuvel, leads our service. The Scripture passage is 1 Samuel 7:3-12.

Encouragement is a vital part to community. We all need it, and we can all give it. Let's take a look at 5 aspects of encouragement. Rev. Peter Jonker continues our Fall Sermon Series "One Another" series. The Scripture passage is 1 Thessalonians 5:3-11.

Our cultural view of sexuality often reflects a view of the individual. This is important for Christians called into holiness. How are we to be holy? Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is 1 Thessalonians 4:1-11.

Acceptance in Scripture means something much different than in the world. We often put distance between ourselves and those we disagree with. However, Paul calls us to pull others closer. Welcome to the start of our Fall Sermon Series! Rev. Peter Jonker kicks off our "One Another" series. The Scripture passage is Romans 15:1-8.

We conclude our Fall Sermon Series with the ending of Acts. However, the book does not end. This is because the story is not about Paul, it is about the Holy Spirit and its work. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service as we wrap up our Summer Sermon Series "Acts: The Gospel Engages The World". The Scripture passage is Acts 28: 17-31.

During culture wars, it is important to view the actions of both sides. King Ahab bolsters his side, while God whittles his down to three people. What does this mean for the modern church? Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is 1 Kings 17:1-16.

The early church had big questions to answer. Were the Gentiles truly God's people? How could they settle these debates when the Law had certain requirements? Rev. Kristy Manion leads our service. The Scripture passage is Acts 15:1-21, 28-29.

We feel the gap between reality and the stories of God. The story of Joseph provides two ways in which that gap comes closer together. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Genesis 40.

08/22/21 AM - Signs And Wonders by LaGrave Church

How does a Christian answer, "What do you do?" Our answer points to the source and goal of our labor. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Colossians 3:22-24.

The Gospel impacts the world it is a part of. One aspect is the local economy. How does Acts address the impact on the local economy? We return for the final few Sundays on our Summer Sermon Series, "Acts: The Gospel Engages the World." Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Acts 19:23-41.

God does so much, even with a little given to him. If we offer what little we have, He can make it multiply. Chad Boorsma leads our service. The Scripture passage is Mark 6:30-44.

There is a problem of judgementalism running amuck. We all do it to some degree. However, there are reasons we are called not to judge and ways we can be more hospitable. Guest minister, Rev. Duane Kelderman, leads our service. The Scripture passage is Matthew 7:1-5, 12.

History is said to be written by the victors. However, the Old Testament authors have no issue writing about the failings and brokenness in their leaders. We see this in the "messiahs" of Israel. Guest Minister, Rev. Bob Arbogast, leads our service. The Scripture passage is 2 Samuel 1:17-27.

The religious fervor is waining in the Western World. However, there are two points of contact that point to Jesus Christ: nature and the longing within human hearts. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Acts 14:8-20.

What does it mean to judge someone by the flesh? It certainly means more than the outward appearance. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is 2 Corinthians 5:11-17.

When our faith waivers and we question, we can find God's power through the conversion of Paul. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Acts 9:1-19.