LaGrave Church

It is hard to believe that Paul might be wrong about something. But, in a conflict with Barnabas, younger Paul may have been wrong. How can the words of an older Paul help us with our current conflicts? Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Acts 15:36-41.

We hear about the conflict between prophet, priest, and king. And how we all measure up to God's plumb line. However, Jesus is our perfect prophet, priest, and king. Rev. Kristy Manion leads our service. The Scripture passage is Amos 7:7-17.

We are called to be witnesses. However, to know how to witness, we look at three aspects of what witnessing is not. We return to our Summer Sermon Series "Acts: The Gospel Engages The World". Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Acts 1:1-11.

Like the Jews and Gentiles, we can see each other as wicked, ignorant, outsiders as we sit on opposing topics. How does seeing the sheet with all kinds of animals apply to us today? Guest speaker, Dr. Steven VanZanen leads our service. The Scripture passage is Acts 10:23b-48.

We often want to know who is going to heaven. We will often take steps to make sure we are getting in. But it is more simple than we make it. Guest Minister, Rev. Jon Opgenorth leads our service. The Scripture passage is Romans 10:1-17.

We are all looking for significance. Paul gives us four assurances from God that our lives matter and have significance. Guest speaker, Jolene DeHeer leads our service. The Scripture passage is 2 Corinthians 5:14-21.

How do you handle life's circumstances? Do you try to take action like the Zeruiah boys, or do you rest in God's mercy and promises? Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is 2 Samuel 16: 5-14.

We explore the wonder of God. God's Transcendence, Grace, and Presence are all found in the story of Jacob's Ladder. Rev. Ruth Boven preaches her last sermon before retiring. The Scripture passage is Genesis 28:10-17.

We learn more about generosity, giving and receiving. Christ shows us what holy waste is. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Matthew 26:6-13.

We are surrounded by many realms of power. However, Paul has boldness before these powers. How? His earthly boldness comes from seeing a heavenly vision. Rev. Peter Jonker continues our Summer Sermon Series. The Scripture passage is Acts 26:12-32.

We have a theology of work, but not a theology of leisure. We discern between destructive and good leisure. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passages are Amos 6:1-7 and Matthew 9:14-17.

We try to understand the heart of the early church and measure ourselves against their Devotions as we look at the modern church engaging the world. Rev. Peter Jonker continues our Summer Sermon Series. The Scripture passage is Acts 2:42-47.

We sometimes feel like we are blown around by the chaotic winds of the world. However, the prevailing wind of the Holy Spirit blows us towards our appointed destination with our Lord. Rev. Peter Jonker continues our Summer Sermon Series, Acts: Gospel Engages The World". The Scripture passage is Acts 13:44-52.

What advantage do we receive from the Holy Spirit's coming? Does that outweigh the disadvantage of Christ's presence? And why can we not have both Christ and the Holy Spirit? Guest minister, Dr. Laura Smit, leads our service. The Scripture passage is John 14: 15-17; 25-27; 15: 26-27; 16: 5-15.

On this Pentecost Sunday, we look at how the Holy Spirit filled and empowered the apostles and us. Rev. Peter Jonker kicks off our Summer Sermon Series "Gospel Engages The World". The Scripture passage is Acts 2:1-21.

Our failures can feel completely overwhelming to us. However, God uses those who fail and those who are forgiven. Rev. Ruth Boven leads our service. The Scripture passage is John 21:15-19.

Do we need to care where Christ is? Why does it matter where Christ is? Guest minister, Rev. David Bast, leads our service. The Scripture passage is Colossians 3: 1-14.

Is the church a single entity, or should it be in relationship with other churches? Church conflict is as old as the church, and there is something comforting about that. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is 3 John.

We find barrenness in all parts of life. We often go searching for something to fill that space. Only God can fulfill that missing piece. Calvin Theological Seminary student, Chad Boorsma, leads our service. The Scripture passage is 1 Samuel 1:1-20.

When we hear the word "submit", we often think of the power struggle, who is on top of Authority Mountain. But what does submitting mean in Scripture? Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Ephesians 5:21-6:9.

What is the relationship between Israel and the church? There are promises left unfulfilled to Israel. Are there different "end times" for the church and Israel? Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Genesis 12:1-4.

We are called Servants of God. But we are now friends with Christ. How do these relationship work? What does it mean to be a friend of God? Rev. Kristy Manion leads our service. The Scripture passage is John 15:9-17.

We all have persisting sin even though we are saved. Two extreme responses are license or legalism. However, Jude says we should act with mercy and fear. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Jude.

Christ was resurrected in the flesh. And with that body, he continues to call us to love. With our bodies, we are to live a life of love. Rev. Ruth Boven leads our service. The Scripture passage is 2 John.

Community is so import to the life of Christians and the church. It is messy, but it is essential. In this last devotion, Rev. Peter Jonker reflects on being together in community and Ephesians 2.