LaGrave Church

Do you know the difference between sin and Sin? Paul explains it to us. We continue our Holy Habits sermon series examining the elements of weekly worship and how the Spirit uses them to form us. Rev. Jonker preaches and we will think about baptism together. The Scripture passage is Romans 6:1-14.

Being the church often leads to conflicts. We look at 3 lessons we learn from Paul and the Corinthians when we experience conflicts. Rev. Jonker will be preaching on 2 Corinthians 1:23-2:11.

Christ might seem uncaring by not revealing himself to the disciples on the road to Emmaus, but he is in fact preparing them to receive himself. We continue our Holy Habits series, a series where we look at the different parts of our Sunday worship. Rev. Manion will preach and she will focus on Luke 24:13-35.

How do you handle crisis? Where do you turn when what you knew is no longer heading in that direction? Chaplain and LaGrave member Tricia Bosma preaches on 1 Corinthians 2: 1-3: 4.

In the CRC, the sermon is at the center of the worship. So much of the service is centered around the sermon. Thankfully, the power in the sermon or the Word of God is not in the delivery or hearing of the Word. We continue our Holy Habits series, a series where we look at the different parts of our Sunday worship. This week we will look at the service of the Word. Rev. Jonker will preach and he w...

Our hometowns formed us. Our name is closely tied to our whole identity. However, God tells us about our true name and hometown. Rev. Peter Jonker will lead our evening service as we examine our identity as Christians. The scripture passages are Psalm 87 and Revelation 2:17.

We look at three areas the Holy Spirit acts within confession: sacred sense of self-doubt, start the fight against sin in the right place, and brings deep, joyful community. We continue to examine our scriptural basis for worship. Rev. Jonker will preach the second sermon in our series, and his sermon will look at the prayer of confession in worship. The Scripture passage is Luke 18: 9-14.

Today we will start a new sermon series for the fall. We will look at the scriptural basis for our worship. Why is our worship structured the way it is? What is the Holy Spirit doing to us when we worship? Rev. Peter Jonker preaches the first sermon in our series which will look at the opening of worship. The Scripture passage is Romans 1: 1-7.

This parable teaches us a lesson of putting social norms on their head. If we follow this example, we treat others with upmost hospitality. This Sunday will be Pastor Mike's last sermon as a pastor of LaGrave. Rev. Hoogeboom preaches from the parable in Luke 12:35-40.

Both Zechariah and Stephen are martyred. Their response as they die shows that hey each know a different Avenger of Blood. What does this difference mean for us? Rev. Peter Jonker will lead our evening service. The scripture passage is Acts 7:54-8:3.

When gathered, we tend towards people and situations that raise our standings. However, it is when we low people come together in our low moments that we truly live in harmony. Rev. Peter Jonker will preach the final sermon in our series on Romans 12: 9-21.

Our harmony is often broken by our own pride. Once we are able to put that aside, we can serve together as one body. Seminarian Grant Mensonides, who grew up in the LaGrave congregation, will be our guest preacher. The scripture reading will be 1 Corinthians 12: 12-31.

Revenge is often a good thought. There is a whole movie genre for the topic. However, God's wrath is all we need. Rev. Peter Jonker will continue our sermon series on Romans 12:9-21. He will meditate on Romans 12:19 where Paul says, "Do not take revenge, my dear friends."

The security we find in worship can prepare and reassure us. However, it can also become an idol. Rev. Peter Jonker will be reflecting on the unique parable found in Matthew 17:24-27.

We are suppose to mourn and rejoice together. However, both are difficult to do. Mourning is not often shared and rejoicing is so infrequent. Rev. Kristy Manion will preach from Romans 12: 15.

Paul's statement about reaping burning coals on someone's head my be confusing. However, it is connected to being a blessing and living our Christian life. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Romans 12: 9-21.

Abraham is bold when he challenges God's justice. God goes beyond boldness win His grace. Rev. Galen Meyer will preach on Genesis 18: 16-33 and Romans 3: 19-24 .

Life in Roman is not as glorious as the ruins may lead us to believe. It was not a great place to live as an average citizen. But Christianity grew because they shared with those in need and practiced hospitality. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service. The Scripture passage is Romans 12:9-21.

Sem. Chad Boorsma preaches on Psalm 46.

From early on, we are taught to save, spend wisely. There are other resources that we collect or maybe horde. What are you doing with your abundant resources? Seminarian Jodi VanWingerden leads our service. The Scripture passage is Luke 12:13-21.

David puts his trust in the number of men under his command. God's patience involves punishment but also the promise of the land for the temple. Sem. Lorinda VanderWerp will preach on 2 Samuel 24.

The message is simple, it is all grace. Jesus brings that grace to us. How will we respond? Rev. David Bast leads our service. The Scripture passage is John 1: 1-18.

Some might say that we are too lax with the Lord's Supper. Some might say that we need Communion to be more inviting. However, all need to come with an open and willing heart. Rev. Jonker will preach on Matthew 26: 26-30.

We look at the every day love. The one that builds relationships. It takes time to develop, but well worth it. We continue our "Love Must Be Sincere" series based on Romans 12: 9-21. Reverend Jonker will preach, and his text will come from verse 10 of that passage: "Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves."

Join us for a service focused on Biblical images of the Holy Spirit in the New Testament -- The Dove, Fruit Farmer, Breath, Disturber of the Peace, and Prayer Partner. Rev. Peter Jonker leads our service.