Luke 2:8–14 Would you characterize yourself as joyful? What about when things go wrong? Biblical joy is enduring and goes beyond circumstances to become who we are deep down. It can overcome fear to help us think clearly in difficult situations. Biblical, divine joy comes from proximity to God in prayer and worship and it’s […]
Channel: Sunday Morning Messages
Every part of Scripture is God-breathed and useful one way or another—showing us truth, exposing our rebellion, correcting our mistakes, training us to live God’s way. Through the Word we are put together and shaped up for the tasks God has for us. — 2 Timothy 3:16-17
Part 2: Peace
Isaiah 9:6–7 As we continue the Advent season this year we look to the Prince of Peace, as the One who provides for us a Peace that is both permanent and unwavering. Peace is not the absence of conflict and chaos, but is rather the presence of the fullness of God. Sometimes it’s rewarding to […]
Part 1: Hope
Luke 2:22–35 As we begin the Advent season this year we look a the story of Simeon, recorded by Luke in his gospel. Simeon’s is a story of Hope, at length deferred, but finally fulfilled in the coming of Jesus. Simeon heard from the Lord and had hope in Him. He had a trust in […]
Part 5: Know Your Weakness
We all struggle with things. We’re all tempted by some things. But we’re not alone! We stand with each other, braced by our God as we petition Him to “deliver us from evil”. He sees us and is equipping us as we continue to be made whole in Jesus by the work of the Holy […]
Part 6: Know His Victory
What do you think about when life gets hard? What effect do circumstances have on your outlook? The difficulties of life are real. They’re true. But there is a higher truth that God’s is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. It might be raining on the ground, but the sun is still […]
Part 1: Know Who’s Listening
Matthew 6:7–13 Would you describe yourself as “knowing God”? Maybe you’ve known Him for a long time. Maybe you’re just getting acquainted. Maybe you’re simply interested in knowing Him. Wherever you’re at, we are invited deeper into a relationship with the One who’s positioned us as “Our Father”. He desires intimacy and familiarity. And yet […]
Part 2: Know What Difference It Makes
Matthew 6:7–13 When Jesus taught His disciples to pray, He taught them to pray for God’s will to be done on earth as it is in Heaven. He didn’t teach them to simply ask for the desires of their hearts or that God would do their bidding. He taught to pray for God’s will. In […]
Part 3: Know Your Daily Reliance
Matthew 6:7–13 One simple line in the Lord’s Prayer stoked extra exposition from Jesus as He taught His disciples to pray. “Give us this day our daily bread” contains three key directives that will help us see God as the pinnacle of our source, schedule, and supply. What does it mean to trust Him daily […]
Part 3: Approachability (Security)
Luke 15:11–32, Hebrews 4:14–16 Have you ever felt unworthy to come to God in prayer? Maybe the picture of Father God doesn’t evoke a positive image. Maybe you just recognize the sin in your life. Maybe you’re too busy striving for righteousness that you don’t feel like you’ve done enough yet. Wherever you find yourself, […]
Part 4: Ability (Routine)
Luke 11:1–2 Have you ever felt intimidated by prayer? Ever wondered where to begin? You’re not alone! You’re not alone in your experience or in your practice. We’ve all felt that way. We’ve all had to begin to learn to come to God in prayer. And He even offers His own help! We have a […]
