Past Sermons

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 November 1, 2026 message: "The Name Above All Names" based on Matthew 1:18-23 & Philippians 2:5-11.   This sermon examines the historical and biblical meanings of the names Jesus, Christ, Messiah, and Lord. It explores how these titles reflected Jesus’ identity and authority in the first-century world.

Through accounts from the Gospel of Matthew, we consider how people from different backgrounds responded to Jesus and how his teachings challenged traditional expectations. The sermon also reflects on the customs, beliefs, and historical context surrounding his life and the early Christian understanding of his significance.

  October 25, 2026 message: "The Lord Of Hosts" based on Psalm 46:1-11.  This sermon explores the name Yahweh Sabaoth, meaning “The Lord of Hosts” or “The Lord of Armies.” Through the story of David and Goliath, we are reminded that God is our refuge, strength, and protector, even when life's challenges seem overwhelming. God's grace extends to imperfect people like Jacob and David, reminding us that He can rescue us even when our own mistakes contribute to our struggles. Sometimes God delivers us from danger; other times, He gives us strength and peace to endure it. Our responsibility is to trust Him, seek His guidance, and obey. Through Jesus Christ, we see God's power over the storms of life. When we place our reverence for God above our fears, we can face life's battles with confidence, knowing that the Lord goes before us, remains with us, and will never forsake us. 

 October 18, 2026 message: "Abba: God The Father" based on Ephesians 1:3-10 & Matthew 3:13-17.   What does it mean to call God “Abba”? In this message, we explore the beautiful truth that God is not only our Creator and Almighty King, but also our loving Father. Through Jesus Christ, we are adopted into God’s family, redeemed from sin, and marked by the Holy Spirit as His own. Our identity rests in the unchanging truth that we are God’s beloved children.

Just as Jesus turned to His Father in the Garden of Gethsemane, we can approach God with honesty, trust, and confidence, even in our deepest struggles. God knows our imperfections, yet He chooses us, loves us, and invites us into an eternal relationship with Him.

 October 11, 2026 message: "The God Of Abraham" based on Revelation 4:6-11 & Genesis 14, 16, 17.  We continue exploring the names of God and what they reveal about His character. Through the stories of Abraham and Hagar in Genesis, we discover Elohim, the one true Creator; El Elyon, God Most High; El Roi, the God who sees us; and El Shaddai, God Almighty. These names remind us that God is greater than all earthly powers, sees us in our suffering, hears our cries, and remains faithful to His promises even when circumstances seem impossible. Although sin disrupts God’s shalom—His perfect peace—He continues working to restore wholeness in our lives. Whatever struggles we face, we can trust that God sees us, cares for us, and is able to fulfill His promises in His perfect timing. 

 October 4, 2026 message: "The God Of Jacob" based on Psalm 8 & Exodus 3:1-15. God reveals Himself to Moses as “I AM” and declares that He is the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. This sermon explores the significance of God’s names and what they reveal about His character and His desire to restore the brokenness caused by sin.  Jacob was a deceiver and a man who repeatedly made a mess of things, yet God still called Himself the God of Jacob. That reminds us that God does not wait until we have everything together before He loves, blesses, and begins transforming us. His grace meets us in the middle of our brokenness.  Through Christ, God offers each of us a new identity and the hope of restored shalom—wholeness and peace with Him. We are invited to come to God’s table just as we are, trusting that He is our God and that He is still working to make us whole. 

  September 27, 2026 message: "Becoming Blessed" based on Psalm 15 & Matthew 5:1-11. We explore Jesus’ teaching in the Beatitudes and discover that they are more than a list of blessings—they provide a step-by-step picture of what it means to follow Christ. From recognizing our spiritual need and mourning over sin, to meekness, righteousness, mercy, purity of heart, peacemaking, and enduring persecution, each step draws us into a deeper relationship with God and a different way of living in the world.  The Beatitudes challenge us to leave behind the values of the world and embrace the transforming power of Jesus. When life feels overwhelming and we don't know where to begin, Jesus meets us in the middle of the mess and helps us put the pieces together. 

 September 20, 2026 message: "Teach Us To Pray" based on Jeremiah 29:12-13 & Luke 11:1-4. In this sermon, we explore the disciples’ simple but profound request to Jesus: “Lord, teach us to pray.” Through the Lord’s Prayer, we are reminded that prayer is not about using perfect words, impressing others, or treating God like a vending machine. Prayer is an intimate relationship with our loving Father.  The sermon examines the major themes of the Lord’s Prayer—honoring God’s holiness, trusting His provision, seeking and extending forgiveness, and asking for protection from temptation and evil. Jesus teaches us that prayer is ultimately about surrendering our will to God and learning to live in greater trust, obedience, and love.  Prayer doesn’t require perfection. It requires sincerity. Through Christ, we can approach God directly with our joys, fears, needs, gratitude, and love, confident that we are welcomed as His children. 

Sorry, the September 13th message "That's Just the Way It Is?" did not get recorded.

September 6, 2026 message: "There Is No Limit to God" based on 2 Kings 3:1-10, 1 Kings 22:4-8, and 1 John 3:1-3 delivered by guest speaker Randall Bramer. In this sermon we examine the choices of three kings and the importance of seeking God before facing life’s challenges. Through the story of Jehoshaphat, Joram, and the king of Edom, we are reminded that God is not simply someone we turn to when we are in trouble—He must be at the center of our lives.  The message challenges us to recognize the “other gods” and distractions that can take God’s place, to listen to His Word rather than the voices of the world, and to step out in faith when He calls us to act.  Ultimately, the sermon calls us to stop merely “going along for the ride” and genuinely surrender our lives to God. True revival begins not somewhere else, but in our own hearts. 

  August 30, 2026 message: "When The Days Are Hard" based on Psalm 23 & Matthew 26:36-44.  Why does a loving God sometimes answer our prayers with "no"? This sermon explores Jesus' prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane to show that even God's own Son experienced unanswered prayers and suffering. Rather than removing every hardship, God promises to be present in our pain, providing the strength, peace, and grace we need to endure. Through Christ's example, we are reminded that suffering is part of the human experience, but we are never alone—God walks with us, sustains us, and ultimately works through our trials for His purpose and our hope. 

 August 23, 2026 message: "A Question Of Understanding" based on Isaiah 53 & John 3:1-15. This week's message explores Jesus' conversation with Nicodemus and the meaning of being "born again." Jesus challenges the idea that religion, good works, or following rules can bring us into God's kingdom, teaching instead that true spiritual life comes only through faith in Him. Through Nicodemus' questions, we are reminded that Christianity is not about earning God's favor but about experiencing a transformed heart, a new identity, and a life led by the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, the message points us to the hope of John 3:16 and the truth that salvation is found in Jesus alone—not in religion, but in a personal relationship with Christ.  

 August 16, 2026 message: "A Question Of Worship" based on Psalm 95:1-7 & Mark 14:1-9.  What does true worship look like? In this message we explore the story of Mary of Bethany's extravagant act of pouring costly perfume on Jesus and the question He asked those who criticized her: "Why are you bothering her?" Discover why worship is never about our personal preferences, comfort, or appearances—it is always about Jesus. As we reflect on the powerful reminder, "It's not about you," we're challenged to offer God our wholehearted devotion, allowing our love for Christ to overflow in ways that draw others to Him.