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.