"Married....Now What?"

Guest teacher, Daniel Eldridge shares with us what it means for God to be faithful and how we should appropriately respond to His faithfulness.

"The Year of Salt & Light for Evergreen is a call and reminder of our influence and duty in the World around us. What has this looked like in the past? What does it look like for us? Just as using salt is purposeful, or turning on a light reaches beyond itself, we were not made to sit back secluded waiting for the return of Jesus; He saved us for a purpose beyond ourselves. we are called...

As the Year of the Warrior Mindset comes to a close, Levi Mattes show us how at the end of his life, Joshua focuses on what continued faithfulness looks like. He reminds Israel that God has given all these things into her hand from His own. This gift - while free - comes with a requirement of stewardship on their part. Faithful stewardship requires personal abandon in our own agenda and absolute t...

"Now that the sin in the camp has been removed, Israel continues with the work they have been given. Revisiting Ai in obedience bring about a different result. Through this process of conquering and judging the kingdom of Ai, Israel will be reminded of fundamental truths about who they are and what they are doing that we need to keep in mind as well..."

"Sin is not measured by public scandal, but by a perfect God. Even the smallest things that we may overlook are sin if scriptures commands against them. We may find ourselves most susceptible after great victories or great spiritual moments. When we give into sin, the consequences impact those closest to us in severe ways that we never intended. We must be on guard against sin. And we must be...

"When the preparation is finally complete and the army is ready, the battle is set to being. Only, the true Commander that was revealed in Chapter 5 now issues orders that make no sense for any army to carry out. Joshua and the Israelites are about to see the impact and significance of surrendering to the Lord and finding victory in His strength and plans instead of our own. Spiritual warfare...

"As we continue in the year of the warrior mindset, we have a glimpse into the actions of Israel's warrior leader, Joshua. When confronted with their first big battle, Joshua shows us what having a warrior mindset as the children of God looks like. The Lord is always with us, ready and prepared for the battles in our lives. Having a warrior mindset isn't about being ready to conquer w...

In this lesson, Pastor Philip takes us through what it meant for the new generation of Israel to come out of the wilderness and enjoy the Passover and the first fruits of the Promised Land as they followed God in obedience and preparation.

"We all go through different seasons in our lives and God is with us every step of the way. as we see God miraculously parting the Jordan to let Israel cross, we see Joshua use the stones from the river as physical monuments to remember that God keeps His promises. We can also learn to make reminders for ourselves and for the next generation when God shows Himself faithful, just as Israel does on...

After God’s miraculous provision at the crossing of the Jordan River, the people of Israel find themselves in hostile territory. Enemies can attack at any moment, but God provides shelter and space for them to commit to His cause. It is in this moment that everything will change, and a generation that was born in the wilderness will inherit its divine purpose.

"Crises are crazy, frightening events that can either lead to our growth or hurt. The nation of Israel has a choice on the edge of the Jordan to trust in God's power and authority, or to see the obstacles as too much. When things are changing in our own lives - families, jobs, houses, etc. - we can choose to trust God's plan and power, or we can stay put in what is familiar." In...

"The united nation of Israel now starts taking action towards conquering the Promised Land. This process begins with infiltrating strongholds of Canaan, beginning with Jericho. We meet an unsuspecting, but critical, person of not only the conquest story, but the Gospel as well. Rahab stands as one of the earliest converts in Scripture. How does this pagan prostitute end up being included as a...

"The new generation of Israel, which is made up of those who just waited for the elders to die, is now ready to and take the Promised Land. This initial episode is setting the stage for all of Israel to be prepared for the campaign to come. But first, they must be sure they are moving forward as a united people following the Sovereign God." In this lesson, Levi Mattes takes us through Jo...

In this episode, we begin walking through the first eight chapters of Joshua. The Book of Joshua stands as an important example of spiritual warfare as we follow Israel's obedience to the Lord as they prepare and begin the conquest of the Promised Land after 400 years of slavery and 40 years wandering in the wilderness. As Joshua receives his instruction from the Lord and is called to lead the peo...

In this episode, Pastor Philip Jackson continues the series on preparing ourselves for the spiritual fight that we find ourselves in. Here, we look at the sin of the golden calf in Exodus 32 and how we can maintain unity in mission and support of one another as brothers and sisters in Christ.

In this episode, Pastor Philip Jackson begins a new series on how we individually prepare ourselves for the spiritual war we find ourselves in. This all begins with a willingness to follow the example of Jesus and serving others ahead of ourselves.

"Your children are a gift from the Lord (Ps. 127:3), which means they do not belong to us. Our children are souls that we steward and love so they grow up in fear and admonition of the Lord (Eph. 6:4). so how do we help these tiny people recognize their need for the Savior?" In this lesson, Levi Mattes, concludes the series of knowing our roles. Here, we focus on the lives of our childre...

In this episode, guest speaker, Becca Mattes, continues the series on knowing our roles in focusing on the calling of wives and mothers throughout Scripture and what obedience looks like in this vitally important role in the home.

"The positions of husband and father in the christian life are not things used to demand from others. Rather, the call of leadership is placed on the shoulders of men and perfectly displayed in the person of Jesus Christ. As husbands and fathers, we lead, love, and serve our wives & children so they may become more holy. We do this through displaying gentleness, righteous strength, and fi...

Just as ambassadors and representatives are not intended to act on their own beliefs, but on behalf of those who sent them, we are to live in a way that reflects the heart of the One who sent is into the World. The most basic way we do this is in knowing how our Master lives, how we should be among our own, and how we should be among those we go to on behalf of the Master. This all involves faith,...

In this lesson, Levi Mattes continues the series on building strength in all areas of our life. Focusing on the mental/emotional part of who we are.

The truth of sin is that it keeps us in a constant state of degrading. A weakness mindset is focused on mitigating failure and eliminating deficiencies. However, a strength mindset focuses on preparing for opportunities and cultivating holistic agility and strength. Strength is built on proper exercise, nutrition, and rest; this applies to every aspect of our health. In this lesson, Pastor Philip...

To fight a war effectively, we must understand what victory looks like and our role. The General has already achieved a brilliant victory. Now, He has given us the job of liberating the prisoners of war. As we prepare to engage the enemy, we need to know our purpose and priority. Get the Handout Here .

As we begin the Year of Warrior Mindset, we must remind ourselves that we are at war. This is not simply an analogy for life. It is a reality. Get the handout here .

2024 has been spent learning about the Lord ad we are now faced with a choice: To let the King of Heaven and Earth be the object of our study only or to let Him be the object of our affection as well. The former leads to a fruitless life, while the later produces a bountiful harvest for the Kingdom of God.