Peter was very clear - the Christian life is not always an easy walk down a primrose pathway. But we do have a gracious God who walks with us. We’ll learn more about what it means to walk faithfully with our God despite trials that come our way.
1 Peter 4:7-11 Live Today with the END in View
Last week we looked at "Expectations" ... if we are going to follow God in this world, we can expect to be misunderstood and suffer. We'll continue looking at what it means to live for God in this world.
1 Peter 4:1-6- Expectations in this life
Peter sets Expectations, uncomfortable as they may be, and gives encouragement to the believer. .
Colossians 2:9-15 - Life in only the Right Place.
"Looking for Life in all the Right Place" Colossians 2:9-15
As a precursor to baptism, Pastor Matt preaches from Colossians 2; Drawing attention to the call of Baptism for the believer.
Psalm 116- Return to your Rest
"Suffering for Righteousness Sake" 1 Pet 3: 8-17
Pastor Matt preaches from Psalm 116 where David reminds us of the Lord's promises and why we can Rest in the LORD
"Suffering for Righteousness Sake" 1 Pet 3: 8-17
"Suffering for Righteousness Sake" 1 Pet 3: 8-17
Peter sets the stage for the suffering we can expect as Believers. There will be a way that we will suffer because of righteousness in this life and as we seek to live out our faith.
"The Humble King of Hope" John 12:12-19
"The Humble King of Hope" John 12:12-19
This Sunday is Palm Sunday! One week left before Easter. The sermon focuses on the King of Hope, who humbly accepted His role to die for our sin to give us all hope.
"Subject and Submission" 1 Peter 3:1-7 pt.3
"Subject and Submission" pt3
In the the third mini segment on Subject and Submission, Matt preaches from 1 Peter 3:1-7. Here, Peter addresses what it is for wives and husbands to show Christ’s example in love and sacrifice to each other.
"Subject and Submission" 1 Peter 2:18-25 pt.2
"Subject and Submission" pt2
In the second mini segment on Subject and Submission, Matt preaches from 1 Peter 2:18-25. The focus from Peter is that on what it is to be subject, respectful and how we should submit to the ‘Masters’ of our day and age.
"Subject and Submission" 1 Peter 2:11-17 pt.1
"Subject and Submission"
This week, we endeavor to unpack Peter’s letter as it relates to our role as citizens and how we should engage with local & worldly authorities.
"Abstinence & Excellence" 1 Peter 2:11,12
"Abstinence & Excellence"
Last week we looked at Jesus as the cornerstone of the building of our lives, the need to connect with one another, and to be “priests” who stand out as light to the world around us. This week, we look at Peter’s urging to live lives in light of being pilgrims in this world.
1 Peter 2:4-10
"Rejected Stone and a Holy People"
Jesus is building us into spiritual houses that reflect him all throughout the world
1 Peter 2:1-12
"Rejected Stone and a Holy People"
Pastor Bill takes us into 1 Peter Chapter 2 where it’s evident that God gives us the tools and the strength to mature in our Christian walk. We can trust his work IN us!
1 Peter 1:22-25
"Love One Another"
Last week we looked at Peter's charge to "Be Hopeful" then "Be Holy" . This week, we continue with Peter's charge to the church to "Love One Another" as a result of our being born again through the living word.
What the Writer Knew but the Characters Could Not.. Ruth
What the Writer Knew but the Characters Could Not.. Ruth
Ruth
Is the book about Ruth, Naomi, Boaz, you, or a Redeemer?! Join us as Pastor Bill unpacks what the Author of the book knew and what the characters could not.
"Sent" Acts 20: 17-24 September 25 , 2021
The Parting
Sent! Acts 20:17-24
Paul is giving his parting words to the believers and leaders from Ephesus.
Revelation 22 - "All Things New" September 18 , 2021
Revelation 22
All Things New
Pastor Jason will share his heart about new things to come.
"Sent" Acts 20 September 11 , 2021
Disturbing Idols!
Sent! Acts 20
Paul is finishing up his time in Asia Minor and is planning to head back to Jerusalem. Join us as we look at some of the final interactions he has with those he has ministered to over several years ... even those who have trouble staying awake to hear him!
"Sent" Acts 19 21-40 September 4 , 2021
Disturbing Idols!
Sent! Acts 19:21-40
While Paul is in Ephesus a riot breaks out in defense of a local pagan god. Listen as Matt unpacks how God disturbs Idols both then and now.
"Sent" Acts 19 1-20 August 29 , 2021
Sent! Acts 19
Paul moves on to Ephesus ... and while he is there, many amazing things take place. We'll continue on to see what Paul's challenges and successes in ministry can teach us.
