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Send us Fan Mail Ready to embark on an enriching journey of faith, and explore the transformational impact of Jesus on our approach to God? This episode promises a fascinating tour through the landscape of reverence and divine connectivity. We'll delve into how Jesus made God more personal and present in our lives, and how this shift from a distant entity to an intimate figure has influenced...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered about the real power of faith, hope, and kindness in the world? Ever thought of the kind of impact one person can make on the world for Christ? Well, join us on this incredible journey as we traverse from Eastern Kentucky to Central Africa, unfolding inspiring stories of hope, faith, and resilience in the most challenging conditions. Be prepared to be moved...

Send us Fan Mail What if the church simply vanished - would you still follow Jesus? That provocative question is just one of many that we tackle in our deep exploration of discipleship. Guided by the influential teachings of Jim Putman, we grapple with the true mission of the church - to create not just Christians, but committed disciples. We evaluate the hindrances in fulfilling this mission, fro...

Send us Fan Mail What if the valleys in life - those low points, those moments of discomfort and struggle – are not hindrances but catalysts? What if they are not banishments but grace? As we journey together through faith, we’ll explore this transformative perspective. We'll reflect on how these valleys, these wilderness moments, can be pathways to personal growth, patience and learning. We&...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how trust in God's strength can provide you with true freedom during life's ups and downs? We're promising an enlightening and candid conversation that will shed light on this profound concept. Together, we'll look at our personal experiences and discuss what it means to develop people to be more like Jesus. More than that, we'll cha...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how the ups and downs of life resemble the plot of a movie? Picture Rocky, the underdog, facing his challenges head-on with determination and faith. That's what we explore in this episode, drawing parallels between life's highs and lows and the narrative arc of renowned films. We also delve deeper into the soul-touching example of Jason, who embodies the es...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Father's Day! Ever heard a dad joke so bad, it's actually good? We've got a few for you to share a laugh while honoring the fathers and father figures in our lives. But beyond the humor, we recognize the immense value and impact of positive male role models. How can we follow in the footsteps of figures like Job, who remained faithful even in the face of adver...

Send us Fan Mail Week 4 Text: Ephesians 6:10–24 Topic : Spiritual Warfare, Faithfulness, Prayer Big Idea of the Message : God has designed our praying and our faithful living to make a difference in the world around us. Application Point: We must remain faithful and keep standing.

Send us Fan Mail Week 3 Text: Ephesians 3:16–4:2 Topic : Power, Transformation, Love Big Idea of the Message : God empowers us to know his love and to be changed by it. Application Point: We can only love others to the measure that we are full of God’s love.

Send us Fan Mail Week 2 Text: Ephesians 2:1–10 Topic : Grace, Salvation, Humility Big Idea of the Message : God redeemed us by making us alive when we were dead.  Application Point: We are the display of God’s gracious handiwork.

Send us Fan Mail With all the voices in the world today, are you letting God speak the loudest? Identity is such a large topic at the moment and one that we don't let God speak to enough. God is outside of us and as our creator, has the authority to tell us who we are and how we should live.  Are you letting God be the voice you listen to?  If not, what voices are you listening to instead? 

Send us Fan Mail Week 1 Text: Ephesians 1:1–14 Topic : God’s Sovereignty, Redemption, God’s Glory, Holy Spirit Big Idea of the Message : God is a sovereign architect with a master plan to redeem humanity. Application Point: We can know God personally and be a part of his master plan through Jesus. 

Send us Fan Mail Joining us this week is Special Guest, Alexis Hardrow. She works with Burlington Family Services Foster Care. She joined our Church to talk about Foster Care and how our Church can get involved! Mother’s Day Text: Exodus 1:9–16, 2:1–10, Hebrews 11:23–26, Proverbs 31:30 Topics: Mother’s Day, Feeling Left Out, Living by Faith, Hearing God’s Voice, Teaching, Sharing Your Faith Big Id...

Send us Fan Mail I think one of the greatest ways to grow your knowledge of God and your faith in him is by asking one simple question.  Why?

Send us Fan Mail Week 4 Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:14–24 Topic : Quenching the Spirit, Holy Spirit, Being Spirit Filled Big Idea of the Message : It is possible to quench the Spirit’s movement in our lives by our choices to obey or disobey God. As we walk more in the Spirit, we will become more mature and bear more fruit. Application Point: As we seek the Lord, he fills us with his Spirit until we ov...

Send us Fan Mail This is part of a new series I am starting, designed to try and take a practical look at some of the more common topics of discussion that have come into my life. In no way do I intend to offend, but instead I am simply choosing to share my thoughts and experience. I am more than happy to engage in any further conversation about each topic and I am more than happy to have you join...

Send us Fan Mail Week 3 Text: Romans 8:1–11 Topic : Sanctification, Empowerment, Holy Spirit Big Idea of the Message : The Holy Spirit empowers us to live the life Jesus bought for us.  Application Point: As we plug in to the Holy Spirit’s power, God works to sanctify us.

Send us Fan Mail 1 Corinthians 12 (Read the whole chapter) 

Send us Fan Mail Week 2 Text: 1 Corinthians 2:6–16 Topic: God’s Presence, Holy Spirit Big Idea of the Message: The Holy Spirit is God’s presence on earth and God’s presence inside of believers. Any experience we have had or will have with God on earth is through the Holy Spirit.  Application Point: We should start noticing the ways God is working in our lives and give the Holy Spirit credit for th...

Send us Fan Mail But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Acts 1:8

Send us Fan Mail Week 1 Text: John 14:16–17, 26; 16:5–15 Topic : Trinity, Holy Spirit Big Idea of the Message : Jesus said it would be better for us for the Holy Spirit to come than for Jesus to remain on earth. Yet the Holy Spirit is often the most neglected person of the Trinity in church services and daily life.  Application Point: We need to learn about and worship not only the Father and the...

Send us Fan Mail Week 1 Text: Luke 24:1–35; John 20:24–29 Topic(s): Doubt, Faith, Promises, Hope Big Idea of the Message: Jesus meets us in our doubt—in our forgetfulness of his promises, in the ordinary breaking of bread, and in our hardest questions and requests. Application Point: We can be honest with Jesus about our doubt and expect that he will meet us there.

Send us Fan Mail Good Friday Part 1 Text: Matthew 26:36 -75 Topic: Good Friday, Overcome, Evil, Cosmos Big Idea of the Message: Good Friday proclaims the atoning work of Christ to not only forgive sins but to overcome the powers of evil and death in the world. Application Point: We will experience Christ’s sacrifice not just for individual salvation, but as the power that defeats sin and death in...

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