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This week, we continue our series, Quest for a King, in the book of 1 Samuel. In chapter 12, Samuel gives his final speech. He cautions God’s people against turning away from God, and prays that they would fear the Lord and serve Him faithfully. Pastor Ryan highlights five elements of a faithful life from the text: 1) Integrity 2) Remembrance 3) Service & Obedience 4) Repentance 5) Prayer

This week, we continue our series, Quest for a King, in the book of 1 Samuel. In chapters 9-11, we are introduced to Saul, whom God has chosen as king for His people. Saul embarks on a journey to find his father’s donkeys but ends up meeting Samuel, who anoints Saul as king. The Spirit of God rushes upon King Saul, and his humble beginning as Israel’s new king starts with defeating the Ammonites....

This week, we continue our series, Quest for a King, in the book of 1 Samuel. In chapter 8, God’s people are unhappy with Samuel and his sons, and they make a request for a king. God uses Samuel to warn them of the consequences that will come with an earthly king, but ultimately grants their request. Pastor AJ highlights two takeaways from the text: 1) The subtle rejection of God 2) The “kings” of...

This week, we continue our series, Quest for a King, in the book of 1 Samuel. In chapters 6 and 7, the Philistines return the Ark of the Covenant after being afflicted by plagues. Some Israelites in Beth-shemesh disrespect the Ark and are struck down by God. Under Samuel’s leadership, the Israelites repent, abandon their idols, and with God’s help, defeat the Philistines and experience peace.

This week, we continue our series, Quest for a King, in the book of 1 Samuel. In chapters 4 and 5, the Philistines defeat Israel and capture the Ark, leading to Eli and his sons’ deaths. When the Philistines place the Ark in their temple, their god Dagon falls and plagues strike their city, revealing God’s power. Pastor Eric highlights three key takeaways from the text: 1) God is powerful, but he’...

This week, we continue our series, Quest for a King, in the book of 1 Samuel. In chapter 3:1-21, God calls Samuel and reveals a message of judgment against Eli’s household. Samuel obeys, and as he grows, he is recognized as a true prophet of the Lord. Pastor Eric highlights four key takeaways from the text: 1. The silence of God (vs. 1-3). 2. The pursuit of God (vs. 4-9). 3. The Word of God (vs. 1...

This week, we continue our series, Quest for a King, in the book of 1 Samuel. In chapter 2, Eli’s sons dishonor their priestly role, so God declares judgment on Eli’s family and promises to raise up a faithful priest, ultimately pointing to Jesus. Pastor Eric highlights four key takeaways from the text: 1) We ignore God by ignoring his instruction. 2) Blessing comes with obedience to God. 3) We ig...

This week, we continue our series, Quest for a King, in the book of 1 Samuel. In chapter 2, Hannah offers a prayer that praises God for His power and sovereignty. Pastor Eric highlights three key takeaways from the text: Praise the Lord Praise God for His Power Praise Leads to the Purposes of God

This week, we begin our new series, Quest for a King, in the book of 1 Samuel. In this powerful opening chapter, we encounter Hannah—a woman burdened by grief, yet bold in prayer. Pastor Eric breaks down three parts of her story highlighting God’s faithfulness through seasons of hardship: The Pit The Prayer The Praise

This week, we continue our series The Way of the Cross. In this passage from Luke, the risen Jesus appears to His disciples, offering peace, proving His resurrection, and commissioning them to be His witnesses. As He ascends into heaven, their fear is replaced with joy, worship, and a bold call to proclaim. Pastor AJ reminds us that: 1) A gospel life is filled with joy. 2) A gospel life is filled...

This week, we continue our series The Way of the Cross. This passage in Luke tells of an encounter between the risen Jesus and two followers who initially didn’t recognize Him, but to whom He reveals Himself after the resurrection. Pastor Eric poses seven questions to consider: Who do you know that’s curious about Jesus? How does Jesus draw near to others? Who is near Jesus, but missing him? Who h...

This week, we continue our series The Way of the Cross as we look at a passage in Luke where the tomb was rolled away and Jesus’ body was not found because He had risen from the dead. Pastor Eric defends the truth of the resurrection and contrasts the following in light of it: 1) Dead Religion 2) Resurrection Hope

This week, we continue our series The Way of the Cross. In this powerful chapter, we see the crucifixion of Jesus through Luke’s unique lens. Pastor Eric Hovis walks us through three key moments: The Story of the Crucifixion (Luke 23:1-56) The Trial (vs. 1-25) The Crucifixion and Death (vs. 26-49) The Burial (vs. 50-56) The Depravity of Men The Love of Jesus

This week, we continue our series The Way of the Cross. In this passage from Luke, the events leading to Jesus’ crucifixion begin to unfold—as he prays in anguish, is betrayed by a friend, denied by a follower, and brought before the council. Pastor Eric walks us through the text in the sections below: Jesus was betrayed (vs. 47-53) Jesus was denied (vs. 54-62) Jesus was mocked (vs. 63-65) Jesus,...

This week, we continue our series The Way of the Cross. In this section of Luke, Jesus shares the Passover meal (the Last Supper) with His disciples. Pastor Eric Hovis breaks down this eventful dinner into seven scenes and focuses on three key aspects: The significance of the table The people at the table The Lamb at the table

This week, we continue in our series "The Way of the Cross”. In this section of Luke, Jesus tells of two major events to come and how we are to respond: The Destruction of the Temple in 70 AD. Destruction is coming (vs. 5-6) False teaching is coming (vs. 7-8) Don’t be afraid (vs. 9) Wars, tragedy and persecution are coming (vs. 9-12) When hardship and persecution come, proclaim Christ (vs. 13) Whe...

This week, we continue our series The Way of the Cross. In this section of Luke, Jesus is confronted by religious leaders who are spiritually blind—even as the glory of God stands before them. Pastor Eric calls the encounter “Tantrum Tuesday.” He highlights two key responses to Jesus’ glory: Don’t let the gifts of God blind us from the greatness of God Seeing the glory of God leads us to sacrifici...

This week, we dive into the new series "The Way of the Cross." Our guest speaker, Neeko Williams from Greenhouse Church in Greensboro, North Carolina, speaks on John 15 and shares how followers of Jesus can "bear fruit" in their lives, reflecting on the transformative power of spending time with Jesus. We see the following… 1) Being with Jesus is a position, a posture and a practice. 2) Fruit-bear...

In this week’s message, we continue our series “Kingdom Treasures” in the book of Luke. This week we see three characteristics of King Jesus, that should draw us to worship him. Pastor Eric points out the following from our text… 1) Jesus is a humble King. 2) Jesus is a compassionate King. 3) Jesus is a restoring King.

In this week’s message, we continue our series “Kingdom Treasures” in the book of Luke. This week we see that Jesus has all authority in our lives. Pastor Eric shows us how Jesus’s authority is displayed in the text… 1) Jesus has all authority over logic 2) Jesus has all authority of God’s kingdom 3) Give Jesus over our entire lives.

In this week’s message, we continue our series “Kingdom Treasures” in the book of Luke. This week we see that Jesus calls us to leverage our entire lives for him. Pastor Eric highlights four ways we can do this… 1) Leverage our resources 2) Leverage our gifts. 3) Leverage our time and influence. 4) Leverage the Gospel.

In this week’s message, we continue our series “Kingdom Treasures” in the book of Luke. This week Pastor Eric teaches on two stories from Luke that show us Jesus’ heart for those that are lost… Story 1: Jesus and the Blind Beggar Story 2: Jesus and Zacchaeus

In this week’s message, we continue our series “Kingdom Treasures” in the book of Luke. This week we see that Jesus calls us to full surrender. Pastor Eric Hovis poses three questions to consider… 1) Are we surrendered in salvation? 2) Are we fully surrendered with our resources? 3) Are we fully surrendered with our entire lives?

In this week’s message, we begin our series “Kingdom Treasures” in the book of Luke. Pastor Eric Hovis teaches on a text with one main point: We need more of Jesus. This week we also see that… 1) Childlike faith is not an ignorant faith, but a dependent faith. 2) Christian maturity needs more of Jesus, not less. 3) God’s resurrecting power shines most powerfully in our weakness.

In this week’s message, we continue our series “The Coming Kingdom” in the book of Luke. Pastor Eric Hovis unpacks one of Jesus’ parables and shows us ways we are encouraged to pray…. 1) Keep praying for Jesus to return. 2) Keep praying for justice. 3) Keep praying consistently. 4) Keep praying persistently.