Spiritual Disciplines ~ Sabbath Rest: Rest or Productivity?

Today, we will further emphasize the importance of Sabbath rest in terms of what it is and is not. We will clarify that Sabbath rest is not merely inactivity but actively enjoying God’s presence and creation while trusting in His provision. By reclaiming the true meaning of the Sabbath, believers can experience the fullness of…

Spiritual Disciplines ~ Surender & Submit

Today, we return to the importance of spiritual disciplines for developing a deeper relationship with Jesus and truly living a life of faith. We will discuss the necessity of surrender and submission to God, highlighting that true life in Christ is found through embracing His way and truth rather than merely accepting His life. By…

Easter Sunday ~ The Resurrection of Jesus Changes Everything

In this sermon, “The Resurrection of Jesus Changes Everything,” we will stress the importance of the resurrection in our faith and its transformative power. We emphasize that while the cross is crucial, the resurrection is equally significant, and we will highlight its influence on our past, present, and future. The sermon will explain how the…

The Gospel According to Mark ~ The Original Ending

Ever wonder why verses 9-20 of Mark’s Gospel in the 16th chapter are in brackets, and why there is typically a note tied to those brackets that says something along the lines, “Some of the earliest manuscripts do not include 16:9-20.” It has this because it wasn’t Mark’s original ending. Rather it was an ending…