Ask Me If I Care - Nehemiah 1:1-11

Guest Speaker: Pastor Nate Witiuk teaches from Nehemiah 1:1-11 - Wednesday, December 28, 2011. Are you indifferent to your fellow man? What do the needs of others mean to you? Nehemiah cared about being used by God. Nehemiah started a revival. Will you be a modern day Nehemiah? Let the Spirit lead you, not emotions.

Delivered! - Matthew 1:21

From the series "En Route" - Matthew 1:21 - Saturday, December 24, 2011. Have you ever had a mysterious or unexpected package delivered to your door? You slowly unwrap it, not knowing what to expect… Although Mary delivered Jesus in an unexpected way, His purpose was clear even from His name. He came with one purpose: to deliver people from sin!

Clear The Christmas Clutter - Luke 10:38-42

Pastor Kevin Miller teaches from the book of Luke chapter 10 - Sunday, December 21, 2011. Somewhere amidst the wrapping paper, Christmas tree, stockings, shopping, and presents, there’s a story about a baby…or something. It’s easy to get so distracted by preparing for Jesus’ birthday that Jesus gets pushed to the side. Don’t let it happen. Prioritize time at His feet in worship.

Time Sensitive Delivery - Galatians 4:4-7

From the series "En Route" - Micah 5:2-5 - Sunday, December 11, 2011. As Christmas nears, shipping volume significantly increases. Companies work longer and harder to deliver packages by Christmas Day. On the first Christmas, God also had a time-sensitive delivery. He chose 1 day as the day for the Savior to be born, and He was right on time and right on target!

Check Your Pursuits - James 5:19-20

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 5:19-20. - Wed, December 14, 2011. Like a crowd at a sports game trying to distract the opposing team, the world is constantly trying to distract us from Jesus. Christians are called to help other Christians stay focused, and to restore them when they get distracted. There are great benefits for loving them enough to point out their error!

Out of Nowhere - Micah 5:2-5

From the series "En Route" - Micah 5:2-5 - Sunday, December 11, 2011. Today, Bethlehem is a tourist attraction. People travel from around the world to see the city where the Savior was born. In Jesus’ day, however, it was nothing special. And yet, God hinted at His desire to use the foolish things of the world when He used a tiny village to birth the hope of mankind!

Check Your Prayers - James 5:13-18

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 5:13-18. - Wed, December 7, 2011. Everywhere we look, there are 7 steps to this… 3 tips for that… 10 ways to do this… We love those because they’re practical and easy to apply. James gives a very practical approach to prayer, but no one can ever fully nail it down. The power of prayer rests ultimately in the sovereignty of God.

The Greatest Gift - Jeremiah 33:14-22

From the series "En Route" - Jeremiah 33:14-22 - Sunday, December 04, 2011. When you buy something online, it’s great to get that email saying your package has shipped – you know it’s on its way. Since before time began, God had a package En Route to you. Its delivery & timing may not have been what we expected, but as always, its delivery was guaranteed!

Check Your Timeline - James 5:7-12

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 5:7-12. - Wed, November 30, 2011. As the final seconds tick away in a game, the tension rises. Players fight harder, run faster, and become more intentional in their actions. If life is a basketball game, it’s the 4th quarter and the buzzer is about to go off. Jesus could call us home any time, so keep going strong – it will all be worth it!

The Original Black Friday - 2 Corinthians 5:21

Pastor Kevin Miller teaches from the book of 2 Corinthians 5 - Sunday, November 27, 2011. When you think of “Black Friday,” you may think of black eyes and bargain deals. Both were present at the first-ever Black Friday, but that Black Friday didn’t put any retailers back in the black, it put us in the black. Jesus took the violence for us so we could have the best deal in history: righteousness!

Be The One - Luke 17:11-19

Guest Speaker: Pastor Nate Witiuk teaches from Luke 17:11-19 - Wednesday, November 23, 2011.

Prone To Wander - Judges 2

Pastor Kevin Miller teaches from the book of Judges 2 - Sunday, November 20, 2011. Some of Joshua’s final words to Israel were, “hold fast to the Lord your God.” If we don’t stay constantly holding fast to Jesus, we run the risk of forgetting His faithfulness and indulging temptation. No matter how strong you feel, hold fast! We’re all prone to wander.

Check Your Wealth - James 5:1-6

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 5:1-6. - Wed, November 16, 2011. “Money can’t buy happiness.” We hear that phrase often, but it’s really only partially true. The reality is that having money can make you really happy…for a while. Unfortunately, for those who are consumed with it, one day they’ll discover that it got them in trouble and took their eyes off of eternity.

Funeral Arrangements pt 2 - Joshua 24

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 24 - Sunday, November 13, 2011. When we’re honest about how faithful God has been, it only makes sense that we would commit to following Him. But it’s not something that you can take lightly because God doesn’t take it lightly either. Commit to Him and be ALL IN, recognizing that it won’t be easy, but it will be worth it.

Check Your Perspective - James 4:11-17

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 4:11-17. - Wed, November 9, 2011. “Put yourself in their shoes” means to gain a new perspective by viewing things through someone else’s circumstances. It’s healthy because we normally only see things our way. When you consider God’s Laws and His control over the future, it should change the way you live and interact with others.

Guest Speaker Pastor Chris Norman - Philippians 2

Guest Speaker: Pastor Chris Norman teaches from Philippians 2 - Sunday, November 6, 2011.

Check Your Wars - James 4:1-10

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 4:1-10 - Wed, November 2, 2011. If you walked into a preschool room, you might see some bickering, pushing, or arguing at times. That’s to be expected at such a young, immature stage. However, in the church, it should NEVER happen. When it does, the root cause is selfishness and the only cure is submission to the Lord.

Funeral Arrangements pt 1 - Joshua 23

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 23 - Sunday, October 30, 2011. Sometimes people mistake God’s faithfulness for a license to live a life of ease and compromise. As Joshua prepared for his funeral, he reflected on God’s faithfulness, but also commanded obedience. He knew that part of God being faithful to His people was punishing them if they went astray.

Check Your Wisdom - James 3:13-18

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 3:13-18. - Wed, October 26, 2011. If you were running for office, you’d do your best to promote yourself, your values, and your views so that people would vote for you. Let’s agree to leave the politics for the politicians. Life isn’t about promoting ourselves or our agenda – it’s about promoting God’s name and His Gospel!

When God Doesn't Give A Reason - Job 31:35

Guest Speaker: Pastor Sandy Adams teaches from Job 31:35 - Sunday,October 23, 2011.

God's Design For Life - Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Guest Speaker: Pastor Nate Witiuk teaches from Ecclesiastes 3:1-11 - Sunday,October 19, 2011.

Monasteries or Missionaries? - John 17 - Pastor Skip Heitzig

Guest Speaker: Pastor Skip Heitzig teaches from John 17 - Sunday,October 16, 2011.

Check Your Tongue - James 3:1-12

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 3:1-12. - Wed, October 12, 2011. When you drove to church, did you realize that you were controlling a 4,000-pound chunk of metal by loosely gripping a little rubber wheel? Probably not – it’s routine. Like that steering wheel, your tongue has the power to control your actions, relationships, and life. Control it before it controls you.

Stand Up! - Joshua 15-22

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 15-22 - Sunday, October 9, 2011. Many people post their convictions, causes, and candidates on the bumper of their car. Regardless of what your bumper says about you, what does your lifestyle say? Make sure that you’re standing for what God stands for and against anything that would slow down the advance of the Gospel.

Check Your Faith - James 2:14-26

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 2:14-26. - Wed, October 5, 2011. Without pumping blood and functioning organs, a human body becomes a dead corpse. Pumping blood is to your body what good works are to your faith. Faith and works team up to produce life and leave an eternal impact on the world. If your faith hasn’t changed your life, it’s not real faith; it’s dead.

Geriatric Giant Slayer - Joshua 12-14

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 12-14 - Sunday, October 2, 2011. America’s idea of retirement is a life of ease, perfecting your golf swing, and vacation. Although there’s nothing innately wrong with those things, they’re much lower than God’s best. Instead of living for a life of ease, let’s fight hard with every breath we have, and save resting for when we get to heaven!

Check Your Judgement - James 2:1-13

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 1:22-27. - Wed, September 28, 2011. Publishing companies put a lot of money into the design of the cover of a book. Why? Because we naturally judge books by their cover. That’s fine with books, but we cannot do the same thing with people! God, our Judge, is merciful and impartial, and we should be the same with those around us.

No Leftovers - Joshua 10:28-11:23

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 10:28-11:23 - Sunday, September 25, 2011. When God starts something, He finishes it. There’s no need to bag up the leftovers after He’s done. God won’t leave you hanging. He doesn’t do things most of the way or partially or 75%. God’s best for you is complete victory. Be confident and committed to God’s battle plans. The victory is the Lord’s!

Check Your Response - James 1:22-27

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 1:22-27. - Wed, September 21, 2011. When you woke up this morning, you probably looked in the mirror. Although the mirror points out our flaws, it doesn’t fix anything for us. God’s Word works similarly – it points out our sin, but leaves the life change up to us. Continue turning to God’s Word, but don’t stop with listening – put it into action!

Turn It Up - 1 Thessalonians 1:6-10

Pastor Kevin Miller teaches from the book of 1 Thessalonians 1:6-10 - Sunday, September 18, 2011. Waiting for Jesus to return is much different than waiting at a doctor’s office or the DMV. We wait actively and expectantly. The return of Christ should mobilize our faith and make us all the more eager to get the word out. He’s coming soon, so be loud with your faith – TURN IT UP!

Check Your Hearing - James 1:19-21

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 1:19-21. - Wed, September 14, 2011. We’ve all said something that we ended up regretting. Most likely it happened because we lashed out without thinking. It would do us all a lot of good to SHUT UP once in a while and think first! By doing so, we have time to think about how to promote God’s plans and humbly receive God’s Word.

Super (and) Natural - Joshua 10:1-27

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 10 - Sunday, September 11, 2011. Christians often fall to 1 of 2 extremes: we either want to sit back and wait for God to win the battle or we stress ourselves out thinking the battle is ours to win. However, there is a mix of the natural and the supernatural that wins the battles. Do what you can do and trust God for what only He can do.

Check Your Temptations - James 1:12-18

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 1:12-19. - Wed, September 7, 2011. When something goes wrong, we want to blame someone. When we fall into temptation, the tendency is to blame another person, the devil, or even God. The only person to blame is yourself – it was a choice you made. Resist the lies of sin – God offers life and rewards for those who endure.

The Scam - Joshua 9

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 9 - Sunday, September 4, 2011. Strategy is key in competition, whether it’s overpowering the enemy or just outsmarting them. Satan is out to steal, kill, and destroy, and he uses some very clever strategies to do so. We need to have our guard up, and constantly be in prayer, but when he gets the best of you, don’t let it keep you down!

Check Your Wallet - James 1:9-11

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 1:9-11 - Wed, August 31, 2011. When you stand before Jesus one day, He won’t ask for bank statements or credit card receipts because money doesn’t last. Unfortunately, many people judge others (or themselves) by how much money they have. It’s not about the Benjamins or the Clevelands, it’s about Jesus. If you have Him, rejoice!

A Refresher Course - Joshua 8:30-35

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 8:30-35 - Sunday, August 28, 2011. Although you may be certified in one area, it’s always helpful to take a refresher course to keep it fresh in your mind. As Christians, if we don’t intentionally seek out times of spiritual renewal, the chaos of life can begin to cloud our memory. Right now is the perfect time to obey and worship.

Check Your Trials - James 1:2-5

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 1:2-5 - Wed, August 24, 2011. If you’ve worked with pottery, you know that the final product has to be “fired” in a kiln before use to strengthen it and make it durable. Trials work similarly for us. It’s not a question of whether or not trials will come, but how you will handle them when they do. God promises to help, but don’t forget to ask!

Back In The Battle - Joshua 8:1-29

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 8:1-29 - Sunday, August 21, 2011. Failure is not a dead end; it’s a speed bump. It will slow you down, but it doesn’t have to stop you. When failure happens (since we’re human, it will), repent, then seek God’s direction for how to move on from there. It won’t be easy and there may be pain and work involved, but victory lies ahead!

Vital Signs - James 1:1

From the series "Vital Signs." - James 1:1 - Wed, August 17, 2011. When a doctor checks your vital signs, it helps them focus in on issues that need to be addressed. That’s the idea behind the book of James – highlighting the areas that need work. James will help us keep a finger on the pulse of our faith, revive the spiritually unconscious, and bring the dead to life.

The Silent Killer - Joshua 7

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 7 - Sunday, August 14, 2011. Sin is easy to justify at times. We see things a certain way, want things we don’t have, and allow our thoughts to run too far. When these things begin to happen, sin can easily creep in, and when it does, it always destroys. As long as you hold on to sin, you’ll never have victory in your life. Get rid of it!

Defeating The Undefeated - Joshua 6:15-27

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 6:15-27 - Sunday, August 7, 2011. If you want to see God do the impossible, you have to believe He can, then take the steps to make it happen. Those steps may seem scary and crazy at first and people around you may not understand, but God can do things that we can’t even dream up. Fight the battle knowing that it’s already won!

God's Last Words - Revelation 22

From the series "Ninety." - Revelation 22 - Wed, August 3, 2011. We’ve covered A LOT of ground in the last NINETY days, but who cares if we do nothing with it? The Bible isn’t just another novel that you add to your “Books I’ve Read” collection. God’s Word closes by commanding obedience and reminding us that He’s coming soon. Are you ready?

When a Battle Isn't a Battle - Joshua 6:1-14

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 5:10-15 - Sunday, July 24, 2011. If you want to see God do the impossible, you have to believe He can, then take the steps to make it happen. Those steps may seem scary and crazy at first and people around you may not understand, but God can do things that we can’t even dream up. Fight the battle knowing that it’s already won!

Man's Most Basic Need - The Romans Road

From the series "Ninety." - The Romans Road - Wed, July 27, 2011. We think we need a lot of things: the newest gadget, wifi, your 23rd pair of shoes, etc. But when we really break it down, we all have ONE basic need: salvation. All of the other stuff will come and go, but your soul lives forever. Jesus put His plan into motion and it’s time we live by it and speak up about it.

Setting The Stage - Joshua 5:10-15

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 5:10-15 - Sunday, July 24, 2011. When you prepare for an event, certain preparations have to be made. The same is true spiritually. For God to move powerfully in and through your life, you have to be prepared. Remind yourself of His past faithfulness, look forward to the future, then remain humble as you boldly march ahead.

When God Steps In - Luke 1

From the series "Ninety." - Malachi 1-4 - Wed, July 13, 2011. If you planted a seed in the ground, it wouldn’t look like much at first. But when all the conditions are right, it turns into something it’s never been before. As Christians, that process is similar for us. God’s new power in our lives enables us to do things we’ve never done! Live like God is alive in you!

Under The Knife - Joshua 5:2-9

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 5:2-9 - Sunday, July 17, 2011. People these days often find their identity in their looks. Some ever go through painful surgeries to “improve” their image. Salvation is a spiritual surgical procedure. God wants access to the most private parts of your life so that you can remember He’s in control and so He can use you to conquer!

The End... Or Is It? - Malachi 1-4

From the series "Ninety." - Malachi 1-4 - Wed, July 13, 2011. When you were younger, if you didn’t want to hear something, you probably plugged your ears. Although you may never physically plug your ears to block God out, your actions may be doing it for you. God won’t force Himself on you, but even if you don’t want to hear Him, He still loves and pursues you.

How To Study The Bible

From our "Next Step - New Believer's Class" - Week 5 How To Study The Bible - Sunday, July 10, 2011.

Epicenter - Joshua 4:15-5:1

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 4:15-5:1 - Sunday, July 10, 2011. The epicenter of an earthquake is normally where most of the action takes place. Whether you realize it or not, God is at the epicenter of everything that is happening around and within you. The best way to live is centering yourself on Him and obediently trusting Him to lead you.

A Life or Death Situation - Ezekiel 18:19-32

From the series "Ninety." - Ezekiel 18:19-32 - Wed, July 6, 2011. When you think “life or death situation,” you may think of a car accident, a home invasion, or an attack For many people though, each breath is a life or death situation. Since they’re still breathing, they still have a chance to live for eternity, but that may not last. TODAY is the day to repent and really live.

Don't Forget! - Joshua 4:1-14

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 3 - Sunday, June 26, 2011. Alarms, calendars, sticky notes – we have many ways to remember things. The common denominator behind them all is our tendency to forget. Make sure to go above and beyond to never forget the things God has done in your life. It’s a good reminder to you, those around you, and the world.

The Prenatal Prophet - Jeremiah 1

From the series "Ninety." - Jeremiah 1 - Wed, June 29, 2011. Prenatal technology has come a long way, but doctors are still limited – they can’t always even guarantee the child’s gender. God is much different. He not only knew your gender, but your whole life’s purpose. Seek out what that purpose is, and embrace it – He’ll equip you with all you need for the task.

Worship 101

From our "Next Step - New Believer's Class" - Week 4 Worship 101 - Sunday, June 26, 2011.

Get Your Feet Wet - Joshua 3

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 3 - Sunday, June 26, 2011. There are not a lot of guarantees in life, but here are 2… 1) When you set out to follow the Lord, there will be obstacles. 2) God is really good at overcoming obstacles. In fact, He specializes in it. So don’t fear what’s in front of you. Step into the river & watch God clear the way in front of you.

The Experience Experiment - Ecclesiastes 2 & 12

From the series "Ninety." - Ecclesiastes 2 & 12 - Wed, June 22, 2011. If someone told you that being hit by lightning hurt, you wouldn’t go test it for yourself – you’d believe them. Ecclesiastes is the result of Solomon’s experiments with what the world offers. His conclusion: it’s all empty – only what God does will last. Don’t try it yourself - take his word for it.

Discovering Your Gift - Romans 12:4-8

From our "Next Step - New Believer's Class" - Week 3 Discovering Your Gift - Romans 12:4-8 - Sunday, June 19, 2011.

A Multi-tasking Mission (pt 2) - Joshua 2

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 2 - Sunday, June 19, 2011. If you’ve ever eaten something, shaved, curled your hair, or dialed a phone while driving, you’re a multi-tasker. Doing it behind the wheel is dangerous, but doing it as you follow Christ is common. As you obey and take steps of faith, you will find God using you in many more ways than you planned!

I Love My Shepherd - Psalm 23

From the series "Ninety." - Psalm 23 - Wed, June 15, 2011. It’s not a compliment to be called a sheep. Sheep are stupid, defenseless, and unable to take care of themselves. You do have something to brag about though – Who your Shepherd is! Your well-being is the job of your Shepherd and you can rest knowing that He will always provide for & protect you.

Knowing God's Will - Romans 12:1-2

From our "Next Step - New Believer's Class" - Week 2 Knowing God's Will - Romans 12:1-2 - Sunday, June 12, 2011.

A Multi-tasking Mission (pt 1) - Joshua 2:1-13

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 2:1-13 - Sunday, June 12, 2011. If you’ve ever eaten something, shaved, curled your hair, or dialed a phone while driving, you’re a multi-tasker. Doing it behind the wheel is dangerous, but doing it as you follow Christ is common. As you obey and take steps of faith, you will find God using you in many more ways than you planned!

Your Life Won't Fix Itself - Nehemiah 8

From the series "Ninety." - Nehemiah 8 - Wed, June 8, 2011. When you get up in the morning, and look at your(not-so-pretty)self in the mirror, you can immediately see some things that need to change. However, it’s up to you to change them. God’s Word works similarly – it points out our errors, but it’s up to us to do something. So DO IT! You won’t regret it!

The 5 Ws of Sharing Your Faith - Matthew 28:19-20

From our "Next Step - New Believer's Class" - Week 1 The 5 Ws of Sharing Your Faith - Matthew 28:19-20 - Sunday, June 5, 2011.

When God Says "Go!" - Joshua 1:10-18

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 1:10-18 - Sunday, June 5, 2011. So you own a baseball bat and a glove. Who cares, if it just collects dust while you sit around? The Bible is filled with promises – thousands and thousands of them. But who cares if you do nothing with them? The question is not canor will God use you – the question is, will you respond to His call?

You Don't Have To Die (so don't) - 2 Kings 5:1-19

From the series "Ninety." - 2 Kings 5:1-19 - Wed, June 1, 2011. You were born with a fatal disease. Every human was. It's called SIN. But here's the good news: there's a cure. As Christians, we know and have been healed by the cure (Jesus), so it's our job to spread the word. If you don't know Jesus, today is the day to stop dying and really live!

Her Past Is Not Her Future - Bronwen Healy

Bronwen Healy shares her story of redemption from a life of drug addiction and prostitution to hope and life in Christ.

Guaranteed Victory - Joshua 1:1-9

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - Joshua 1:1-9 - Sunday, May 29, 2011. Spam emails often make outrageous claims that, for the most part, will never be fulfilled or can never be fulfilled. Early in human history, God promised Abraham a bunch of land. It was an outrageous promise that only God could fulfill. Joshua is the fulfillment of that promise! God is always faithful.

Sin Assassin - Judges 3:12-30

From the series "Ninety." - Judges 3:12-30 - Wed, May 25, 2011. Maybe you’ve struggled through a time of need, or maybe you’re in that season right now. Although it’s painful, it can also be a blessing because it reminds you of your constant need for God. When that season ends, beware of the blessings – they can cause you to forget God’s faithfulness!

Joshua: Divide & Conquer - misc. Scriptures

From the series "Joshua: Divide & Conquer" - miscellaneous Scriptures - Sunday, May 22, 2011.
Spam emails often make outrageous claims that, for the most part, will never be fulfilled or can never be fulfilled. Early in human history, God promised Abraham a bunch of land. It was an outrageous promise that only God could fulfill. The book of Joshua is the fulfillment of that promise! God is always faithful.

Temptation Evasion - Luke 4:1-13

From the series "Speak of the Devil." - Luke 4:1-13 - Sunday, May 15, 2011. From the cookie jar on the counter to the speed limit sign when you’re running late, temptations to break the rules & test the limits are everywhere. Although God doesn’t do the tempting, He does allow His people to be tempted. However, He’s also armed us with all the tools we need to resist and come out victorious. Use them!

Old Habits Die Hard - Exodus 32

From the series "Ninety." - Exodus 32 - Wed, May 11, 2011. When was the last time you worshiped a golden cow? Probably never. However, idolatry doesn’t only come in the form of calf worship. It can come in the form of anything that you begin to worship and ascribe glory to, apart from God. Rid your life of those idols today and follow the REAL God!

Search & Destroy - Job 1-2

From the series "Speak of the Devil." - Job 1-2 - Sunday, May 8, 2011. This week, the world’s most wanted terrorist was found and killed by highly trained American soldiers. His actions earned him capital punishment. Spiritually, Satan is on a search and destroy mission for you as well, whether you deserve it or not. Be ready. Satan wants to destroy, but God wants to use you to prove Satan wrong.

Buckle Up! - Genesis 12

From the series "Ninety." - Genesis 12 - Wed, May 4, 2011. “Please buckle up and keep your arms inside the vehicle at all times.” Those are familiar words to a seasoned roller coaster rider, but they translate over to followers of Christ as well. Following Him is a crazy ride with unpredictable turns, but He’s with you always and will provide all you need. Trust.

The Seeds of Doubt - Genesis 3:1-7

From the series "Speak of the Devil." - Genesis 3:1-7 - Sunday, May 1, 2011. PERFECTION. Think about it for a moment. Sounds great, doesn’t it? That’s how life was intended to be…but then came Satan who tempted Eve to sin. That same tempter is out to get you today. But remember, sin is a choice. Satan paints a pretty picture, but you have to decide to dive in or run away.

If You Were King For A Day - 2 Samuel 9

A Topical Message in the book of 2 Samuel 9 - Wed 27, 2011. You could dream up a wild, extravagant list of things you could do if you were royalty for a day. However, chances are, you’re not royalty. So, should you sit around and wait till you win the lottery? How about using what you do have to bless someone else? Let Christ’s love that’s within you be evident to everyone around you.

God's Not Dead - Matthew 27&28

A Easter message in the book of Matthew - Sunday April 24, 2011.

The Day God Died - Matthew 27:15-26

A Good Friday message in the book of Matthew - Friday April 22, 2011.

An Emotional Rollercoaster - Jonah 4

From the series "Collision Course." - Jonah 4 - Wed, April 20, 2011. Nobody likes an emotional rollercoaster, but they happen when you live life focused more on yourself than on others. Always remember that you don’t deserve God’s grace any more than the next guy, so rejoice when you see grace in action – no matter who the recipient is!

Peace is ...To Be Continued - 1 Peter 5:8-14

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 5:8-14 - Sun, April 17, 2011. If someone dropped you into a cage with a lion, you’d be on your feet ready to defend yourself. Satan is like a roaring lion trying to devour us, but many people are asleep, distracted, or just plain lazy. It’s time to resist him, remembering that glory is coming and one day, all suffering will be removed!

Diverting Disaster - Jonah 3

From the series "Collision Course." - Jonah 3 - Wed, April 13, 2011. God is the God of second chances…and third chances…and forty-seventh chances…and six-thousand-thirteenth chances! God loves to forgive, but there must be genuine humility and repentance involved. What do you need to let go of so that God can forgive you and help you to move on? Let go NOW.

Living The (AB)Normal Christian Life - 2 Corinthians 5:13-17

Guest Speaker: Pastor Chip Lusko teaches from the book of 2 Corinthians - Sunday April 10, 2011.

The Call of God - Jonah 3

Guest Speaker: Pastor Ron Edmondson teaches from the book of Jonah - Wednesday April 6, 2011.

Submission is ...To Be Continued - 1 Peter 5:1-7

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 5:1-7 - Sun, April 3, 2011. The world is full of self-promotion. If we’re not careful, we can allow that habit into our lives and even our church. Instead, we need to put others’ needs above our own. Church leaders are to set the example and the rest are to follow. Humble yourself and serve – that’s what Jesus did!

Reverse Sushi - Jonah 1:17-2:10

From the series "Collision Course." - Jonah 1:17-2:10 - Wed, March 30, 2011. Although we often view the fish swallowing Jonah as an act of God’s judgment, it was also an instrument of God’s mercy. Often times, God will take us through a painful, traumatic event to teach us a lesson we could learn no other way. God is fully in control, even when you feel fully out of control.

Suffering is NOT ...To Be Continued (part 2) - 1 Peter 4:12-19

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 4:12-19 - Sun, March 27, 2011. Growing up, you may have been in a club with others with similar interests. When Christians suffer for Christ, it’s as if they join “The Suffering Club,” which was founded and is run by Jesus. Suffering for His name gives us a special bond with Him. Don’t worry though – suffering pays eternal dividends!

When God Throws Down - Jonah 1:4-16

From the series "Collision Course." - Jonah 1:4-16 - Wed, March 23, 2011. Trying to run from God is as pointless as a fish trying to run from someone while inside its fish bowl. Regardless of how impossible it is, people attempt it quite often – some even spend their entire lives doing it. You can try anything you want to avoid consequences, but God requires repentance.

Glorifying God is ...To Be Continued - 1 Peter 4:7-11

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 4:7-11 - Sun, March 20, 2011. Jesus never said exactly when He was coming, He just said to be ready. When we begin to live as though His return is imminent (which it is), it will affect every area of our lives. Keep God as your focus and always give Him the glory. After all, we’ll spend eternity doing that anyway!

Rebel on the Run - Jonah 1:1-3

From the series "Collision Course." - Jonah 1:1-3 - Wed, March 16, 2011. When you think of “Jonah,” you may automatically think “fish.” Although the fish has a role in the story, the bigger picture is of God’s mercy for even the most undeserving people. If you’ve been tempted to run from God, take heart that Jonah was too…but learn from his example – you can’t outrun God.

Rejection is NOT ...To Be Continued - 1 Peter 4:4-6

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 4:4-6 - Sun, March 13, 2011. Abstinent. Pure. Sober. Those are words that are foreign to someone living for the world. As you follow Christ, don’t expect the world to understand you – expect the opposite. But remember that you don’t answer to them – you answer to God…and so do they. He rewards those who persevere.

Obedience Has A Price Tag - 2 Samuel 24:18-25

Topical Message in the book of 2 Samuel chapter 24 - Wed March 9, 2011. We love free stuff. We get so used to finding deals that we want God to cut us a deal too. Many people want the effects of obedience without paying the price of obedience. Has God asked you to do something that you’re not ready for because the price is too high? Obedience is always worth the cost.

The Joy of Salvation - Luke 15

Guest Speaker: Pastor Nate Witiuk teaches from the book of Luke chapter 15 - Sunday March 6, 2011.

Pillar #3: PRAYER the book of Acts

From the series "Pillars." - the book of Acts - Wed, March 2, 2011. Manufacturers don’t suggest that you plug in your kitchen appliances – it’s mandatory. If they’re not plugged in, you can’t expect much from them. It’s the same with a Christian. Prayer is your power cord, but if you’re not plugged in, you can’t expect much. It’s not a suggestion; it’s a necessity.

Freedom From Sin is ...To Be Continued - 1 Peter 4:1-3

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 4:1-3 - Sun, February 27, 2011. Jesus pulled the plug on Satan’s party through His death and resurrection. When we choose to live life in light of His power over sin, we arm ourselves against Satan’s attacks and are empowered to live victoriously. Don’t settle for less than God’s best like you used to – YOU’RE FREE FROM SIN!

Pillar #2: FELLOWSHIP - Acts 2:44-47

From the series "Pillars." - Acts 2:44-47 - Wed, February 23, 2011. Any church you go to should have strong, Biblical teaching, but we all need something outside the church walls as well. We need to do life and ministry together. When the church is united and serving one another, the world can’t resist it. Unity is what the world wants but only the church can truly offer it.

Victory is ...To Be Continued - 1 Peter 3:18-22

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 3:18-22 - Sun, February 20, 2010. “Anything you can do, I can do better” describes the way many people live – constantly trying to one-up the people around them. Jesus, through the cross, took the final victory. Nothing and no one will ever outdo what He’s done. Rest in the hope of eternal victory and persevere despite the cost!

Pillar #1: PREACHING - 2 Timothy 4:1-5

From the series "Pillars." - 2 Timothy 4:1-5 - Wed, February 16, 2010. God didn’t give us His Word simply to add another book to our collection. We need to recognize our need for God’s Word and the many benefits there are to not just hearing it, but most importantly, heeding it! No wonder the early Church thrived – they were centered on the preaching of God’s Word!

Security is ...To Be Continued - 1 Peter 3:13-17

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 3:13-17 - Sun, February 13, 2010. People have a long list of things they fear: spiders, heights, death… As a Christian, however, there’s no need for fear. Unfortunately, like our cars and our hair, we need some maintenance once in a while. What’s slowing you down from pursuing the Lord? Fix it now and run fearlessly after God!

The Good Life ...Is To Be Continued - 1 Peter 3:8-12

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 3:8-12 - Sun, February 6, 2010. “Ahhh, the good life.” It’s an expression that people use to describe comfort, relaxation, and ease. The reality, though, is that no one on Earth is living the good life. Many people think it’s all about here and now, but it’s not – it’s about eternity. Earth won’t last, so don’t settle for this life – live for the next.

Don't Despair, Just Repair - Nehemiah 1

Guest Speaker: Pastor Eric Irwin teaches from the book of Nehemiah - Wednesday February 2, 2011.

What in the WORLD is going on? - Ezekiel

Guest Speaker: Pastor Mark Kirk teaches from the book of Ezekiel - Sunday January 30, 2011.

God Is In Control - Psalm 139

From the series "Heartblog." - Psalm 139 - Wed, January 26, 2010. We like to pretend that we have everything under control. All it takes though is for one unforeseen event to happen, and it can throw the whole day off. God is not that way. He knows everything, He exists everywhere, and He’s in control of it all. That’s all the more reason to obey and trust Him.

Marriage is ...To Be Continued (Pt. 2: HUSBANDS) - 1 Peter 3:7

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 3:7 - Sun, January 23, 2010. Husbands, just because you own a La-Z-Boy doesn’t mean it gives you the right to BE one! You can’t just make demands and always get your way. It takes work. You are called to love, honor, and cherish your wife. If you choose not to, that’s your choice, but don’t bother praying. God won’t listen.

God's Mercy Never Quits - Psalm 136

From the series "Heartblog." - Psalm 136 - Wed, January 19, 2010. When someone does something nice for you, the polite thing to do is write a thank you note. Psalm 136 is just that. The Psalmist rattles off a list of past, present, & future events that display God’s mercy, and throughout the Psalm, he says “give thanks.” Have you thanked God for His mercy lately?

Marriage is ...To Be Continued (Pt. 1: WIVES) - 1 Peter 3:1-6

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 3:1-6 - Sun, January 16, 2010. Women, regardless of your husband’s actions and lifestyle, you are called to quietly submit to them as the leader of the home. It’s not that your role is inferior; it’s just different. You’ll be amazed at what God can do when you simply focus on a life of purity & submission. It won’t be easy, but it’s worth it!

Righteousness is ...To Be Continued - 1 Peter 2:21-25

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 2:21-25 - Sun, January 9, 2010. In the 80s, “Righteous!” was an exclamation. For Christians, righteousness is an expectation. Jesus’ substitutionary death took away the power of sin and made righteous living not only a possibility, but the whole purpose of our lives. Because He died, we are now free to live! So, live righteously!

God Keeps Me Safe - Psalm 121

From the series "Heartblog." - Psalm 121 - Wed, January 12, 2010. We create new containers, develop new spaces, and spend more money now than ever just to keep stuff. It’s never-ending. On a much grander scale, God also keeps things: His people! He’s always watching, keeping, preserving, & prospering His people! He’s got your back – rest in that truth!

God's Word is a Feast - Psalm 119

From the series "Heartblog." - Psalm 119 - Wed, January 5, 2010. The Bible is often compared to an instruction manual for life. Unfortunately, far too many people treat it like an instruction manual – they throw it to the side until something breaks, then they frantically search through it for a quick-fix. Don’t treat it that way. God’s Word is a spiritual feast. Devour it!

Submission to Authority is ...To Be Continued (Pt. 2) - 1 Peter 2:18-20

From the series "To Be Continued." - 1 Peter 2:18-20 - Sun, January 2, 2010. When you get a promotion and pay raise at work, it’s pretty easy to submit to your boss. How about when you get demoted or take a pay cut? It’s not so easy then. As a Christian, whether you’re treated fairly or not, in every area of life, you’re called to be patient and godly in how you respond.