Adventurous Living - The Meadow Springs Community Church Podcast

I Am Redeemed: Out with the Old, In with the New | Romans 6 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Redemption is the theological cornerstone of Paul’s letter, declaring that humanity is justified freely by God’s grace through the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ. Despite universal sin, believers are bought back - redeemed - from the penalty of sin and declared righteous through faith, not works. What a wonderful promise to keep in the forefront of our hearts and minds as we continue to celebrate our Risen King!

I Am Redeemed: Some Assembly Required | Ezekiel 37:1-14 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400

There is no more desolate a place than the desert, and it remains dry and barren without water. In this 'resurrection' account, God gives Ezekiel a vision where He brings back to life an entire valley of old, dry bones. This miraculous reassembly points us directly to the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ. We ask the question even now; “Can these bones live?”

What a beautiful hope and a future we are offered... with some assembly required.

I Am Redeemed: What Money Cannot Buy | Psalms - Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

I am Redeemed: An Easter series | What Money Cannot Buy

The book of Psalms speaks frequently about our position before God in trials and rejoicing, in prayer and thanksgiving. It gives us life... but what does the book say about our death? It says that rich or poor, virtuous or corrupt - nobody gets out of here alive. Death, though, looks very different for believers in Jesus; our ultimate redemption will reflect God's might and majesty while the wicked "will never again see the light of day" Ps. 49:19b.

We look forward to worshipping with you on this Palm Sunday. HOSANNA! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the LORD.

I Am Redeemed: Leaving It All Behind | Exodus 12 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0400

What happens to the Israelites in this portion of scripture is... what is it? Preparation... persecution... protection? All they know is that God has made them a promise of freedom. How it goes down and what happens afterward is the beginning of the story of ultimate freedom and redemption for all Christians.

I Am Redeemed: Leaving It All Behind | Exodus 12 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Worthy | Revelation 5 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0400

The supreme worthiness of Jesus Christ and the unfolding of the final purposes of God... that is what we see in Revelation 5. There is something for everyone... action, a hero, a treasure not-yet revealed, and unparalleled visual descriptions of fantastical heavenly beings. Popcorn recommended!

It is the story of the greatest price paid by the greatest redeemer that anyone could imagine.

The Lord is in His Holy Place | Revelation 4 - Mike Allison

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0400

8 "Holy Holy Holy is the Lord God Almighty, the One who was and is and is to come... 11 You are worthy , O LORD our God, to receive glory and honor and power...". God, You are worthy indeed! Let our hearts and voices ring out with praises to our LORD!

Songs for the Journey: Hold Tight | Psalm 23:4-6 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:00:00 -0400

Perhaps the most recognized and quoted piece of scripture, Psalm 23 encompasses the heart of God, our Good Shepherd. He promises to provide rest, peace, strength, protection and blessing when, not if, we face hardship. He promises this: His goodness and unfailing love will be what sustains us.

7 Churches: Dear Sardis & Laodicea...| Revelation 3:1-6, 14-22 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:00:00 -0400

The last two of the seven churches receive letters containing harsh rebukes - their people and practices are not cutting it. "You have the reputation for being alive, but you are dead. Strengthen the little that remains, for even what is left is at the point of death." Ouch. "You are lukewarm" (at best), Jesus says, and "you don't realize you are wretched and miserable." Double ouch. "Saving the best for last" does not apply in this case.

7 Churches: Love, Relationships & Ephesus Revisited | Revelation 2:1-7; 1 Corinthians 13 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 17:00:00 -0400

Love God and love others... these are the greatest biblical commands. While 1 Corinthians 13 is probably the most familiar scripture about love, are we missing - or even misunderstanding - it's true meaning? How does God want us to love Him and love others both in the world and in the church?

7 Churches: Dear Smyrna a& Philadelphia... | Revelation 2:7-11; 3:7-13 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 17:00:00 -0400

Jesus acknowledges and addresses these two churches in a very personal way. He recognizes their small fellowship and lack of wealth, but commends their richness of faith! It's definitely upside down when compared to who are considered winners and losers by today's metrics. Do we count ourselves winners or losers in God's view?

Songs for the Journey: My Own Shepherd | Psalm 23 pt. 1 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 17:00:00 -0400

We are bringing back, by popular demand, our study in Psalms on the first Sunday of each month. This year, we are camping on Psalm 23 and others that speak of God's comfort when things get hard... and let's face it, a lot of things in life are just hard. The Psalms provide deep and sustained encouragement from writers who are themselves pouring out their hearts to God. They praise and they lament... all to the glory of God because he hears our cries.

7 Churches: Dear Pergamum & Thyatira... | Revelation 2:12-29 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 17:00:00 -0400

A "compliment sandwich" - criticism layered between two compliments. To these 2 churches, Jesus says, "You have refused to deny me," and "I see your patient endurance." Ok, well done. But then, Jesus gets right to it. "And yet I have a few complaints about you." Jesus was bringing to light all the ways some in these churches were missing the mark... tolerating sin, idolatry and evil deeds. Those who weren't? "Hold on tightly until I come back", he says.

7 Churches of Revelation: You Just Had To Be There - Gene Curtis

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 17:00:00 -0400

αποκάλυψη (apokálypsi) - apocalypse; the revealing of something previously hidden.

We are diving into the book of Revelation - what it is and what it definitely is not - and what a wild ride it's going to be! Imagine John, having seen the entirety of what was to come, being tasked with communicating it all. Sometimes, that old phrase aptly suits... "You just had to be there."

7 Churches of Revelation: It Means What? - Gene Curtis

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 17:00:00 -0400

We are shifting gears... a new year, a new focus for our hearts and a deeper appreciation and understanding of God and for His word!

Apocalypse... tragic ending or exciting beginning? We are looking forward to an in depth and eye opening series in Revelation. Buckle up!

ADVENT: A LOVE Story | Gene Curtis

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 17:00:00 -0400

From "In the beginning..." all the way through "Yes, I am coming soon", the scriptures narrate such profound truths and sacred promises. It is the story of God's LOVE - His profound, sacrificial love for humanity, exemplified through the birth, life and death of Jesus. But LOVE, even that which is divinely inspired, has its joys and challenges. May we live now, in the light of this LOVE until He returns. "Amen! Come, Lord Jesus!"

ADVENT: The JOY of Laughter | Genesis 21:1-7 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 17:00:00 -0400

There is nothing more joyous than the birth of a child. You plan... you wait. In the case of Abraham and Sarah, they waited and waited... and then waited some more. Twenty five years of waiting. They were already a bit long in the tooth before God promised them a child, but age, time and circumstance did nothing to extinguish their JOY. Laughter became the only suitable response in light of God's great faithfulness to them.

Advent: Let There Be Peace | Isaiah 9:6-7; Luke 2:14 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 17:00:00 -0400

A child born to save our fallen, sinful humanity "will rule forever with fairness and justice from the throne of his ancestor David." (vs.7) We may not see much of it these days, but PEACE is what we long for... peace in our homes and families, peace among our friends and in our own hearts. Because we known the LORD will return one day and reign in the chaos, we can have peace in our hearts and proclaim "Glory to God in the highest, and PEACE on earth to all whom God favors." (vs. 14)

Advent: Hope, Peace, Joy, Love - Ringing out HOPE | 1 Thessalonians - Mike Allison

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:00:00 -0400

"May the word of the LORD ring out from you to people everywhere, for wherever we go, we find people telling us about your faith in God. ...they speak of how you are looking forward to the coming of God's son from heaven - Jesus, whom God raised from the dead. He is the one who has rescued us..." 1 Thessalonians 1:8-10

There is no greater HOPE to be found than that of a promised King and Redeemer. Come, LORD Jesus!

The One Thing: Relationship or Rubble? | Luke 6:46-49 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:00:00 -0400

Perhaps one of the most recognized of Jesus' parables is the wise man vs. the foolish man and where each of them chose to build their house. The practice, even back then, was certainly to find the most secure footing on which to build your home, lest it fall into a heap of rubble at the first deluge of wind and waves. Does this parable, though, speak more about our own personal and spiritual foundation than sand vs. stone?

Spiritual Practices: How We Grow - Service | John 13:1-17 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 17:00:00 -0400

Some people learn by reading about things; some by hearing about them. It seems a good way, though, to really learn and take in information is by doing and engaging in the process. How often has a parent taught something new to a small child... "practice makes perfect", they say. It's not really about perfection, but the doing itself... especially when it serves another. How great it would be to really get good at doing for others?

The One Thing: Prayer, Prayer & More Prayer | Luke 18:1-8 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 17:00:00 -0400

Persistence is an admirable quality... ask any toddler. The widow's persistence against an unjust judge in Luke 18 is exactly the persistence needed by Christians today... prayer, prayer and more prayer for justice and for Jesus' second coming. This is not a "change God's mind" or a "God, I'd really like..." kind of prayer, but constant prayer that sets our eyes on that glorious day when Christ returns. This active faith trusts in God's character and plan, and is crucial for maintaining hope in a struggling world.

The One Thing: The Right Kind of Fear | Luke 12:1-12 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 17:00:00 -0400

"And I assure you of this: If anyone acknowledges me publicly here on earth, I, the Son of Man, will openly acknowledge that person in the presence of God's angels." v. 8 NLT

The right sort of fear can save your life. As believers, we know the fear of the LORD refers to the awe and amazement we experience when we draw close to and worship God. But things go sideways when the wrong kind of fear creeps in... fear of men and circumstances. The truth of Jesus, His love and gift of salvation is ALWAYS the best response to someone's pain and hurt. Don't let the fear of man rob you of even one chance to win someone for His kingdom.

The One Thing: The Kingdom in Real Life | Luke 5:17-26 - Craig Hammond

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400

It is an amazing thing when the words of Jesus meet the action of humans. We live in a very broken world which is home to 8 billion broken people. We know God's word is the balm every human soul desires, but might our own person interactions - showing the love of the Creator to others - be the actual glue that begins to repair and make strong again what is shattered?

Charles Harvey | Grace Ministries Thailand - 1 Kings 18:21

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400

"'How long will you falter between two opinions? If the LORD is God, follow him! But if Baal is God, follow him.' But the people were completely silent." The world makes us choose to follow something... Jesus desires for us to choose Him!

The One Thing: The Coming Kingdom | Luke 13:10-21, 14:1-24 - Mike Allison

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400

So many folks were anxiously awaiting the 'Kingdom of God' and paying close attention and listening to Jesus' thoughts on the subject. What they actually heard, though, was entirely unexpected. What did they do with what they heard? What do we do as we continue to wait?

Spiritual Practices: How We Grow | Sabbath - Matthew 11:28-30 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Who would've thought so much discussion could surround taking time, after the work is complete, to purposefully rest during the week? But what constitutes work? Conversely, what constitutes rest? Consider the work of creation and redemption... the two most important works in human history. Where did rest fit in?

The One Thing: Not Even a Goat | Luke 15:25-32

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:00:00 -0400

A sheep, a coin... a son. Jesus wants us to feel heaven's joy - His joy - when one lost soul repents and believes in Him. Consider the return of a son after his period of rebellion and 'freedom' from his family... if sibling rivalry was ever a thing, this might be it. The older son was responsible and obedient, so what gives?

The One Thing: It's Not Like Finding My Keys | Luke 15:1-24 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus lays out how he pursues lost people and also his heart for those who wait for them. We see a couple of examples here in Luke - a lost sheep, highly valued by it's shepherd and a lost coin, a woman's significant asset. But the joy is really not about the item's recovery... would life go on if the sheep or the coin weren't recovered? Yes, and that's the very reason why the third example of the lost son hits a bit differently - its personal. Jesus wants us to feel heaven's joy when one lost soul - one human person - repents and follows Him. The younger son who chose to wander and squander in the far country made a mess of his life for sure, but what a beautiful image of repentance and forgiveness between father and son and ultimately our Heavenly Father and his children.

Grandparenting: Celebrating Love & Legacy - Gene Curtis

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Grandparents can serve a very special purpose in the lives of their grandchildren. Cheerleader, confidant, instigator and participant in all things FUN... but most importantly, prayer warriors. Praying for your grandchildren - that they would make good choices, follow the Lord in their hearts and lives and grow in the truth and knowledge of God - is so important. Building a godly legacy should be a grandparent's highest goal and honor.

Spiritual Practices | Solitude - Gene Curtis

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 16:00:00 -0400

What a wonderful location and opportunity to dive into what the Bible says about the spiritual practice of solitude - what is it, where can we find it and why is it important to our spiritual life and growth?

August Series: Short Term Missions | Africa & Thailand

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400

We are wrapping up a month of special updates by our local Mission & Prayer Partners. We have been so blessed by all of them! This week, Mark Nicholson will share his amazing experience in Africa this summer where he brought needed supplies and ministered to and served young people who wish to gain employment and business experience. Additionally, our Thailand Mission '25 Team will be introduced and learn a bit about their upcoming trip in December.

August Speaker Series: Local Mission & Prayer Partners | First Image & Pure Life Alliance

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Please welcome Rachel Wilson from First Image/Ava Health Centers and Jeremy Waldridge from Pure Life Alliance this week as we continue to feature local mission & prayer partners. Prayer Partners are local Christian ministries whose work came to the attention of the Missions Team through a member of MSCC who has an active affiliation with the organization. The Missions Team seeks to support these ministries through our most important work – prayer.

August Series: Mission & Prayer Partners | Josh & Katie Yates

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Josh and Katie serve with Josiah Venture whose purpose is to "equip young leaders to fulfill Christ's commission through the local church", investing in the next generation of leaders here in the US. Josh & Katie served as youth pastors at MSCC from 2005-2010. Sharing their heart for disciple-making, they encourage us to stay focused on Jesus, even when ministry is hard and to not grow weary in doing good. We hope this will encourage you in your own walk of faith!

Spiritual Practices: How We Grow - Prayer | Luke 11:1-13 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Prayer is such an integral part of our knowledge of God. We can go to Him in confidence, asking, seeing and knocking. Because, by His very nature and name, he is honor bound to give us more of Himself... Father Son, and Holy Spirit. Whatever we are praying for or about, it is more about God's provision than our own persistence.

August Series: Missions Door - Craig Hammond

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Craig & Megan Hammond are serving at a public high school in the Salem-Keizer School District where Craig officially serves as the Chaplain for North Salem High School. He also acts as an assistant coach and Megan is present in many ways for the students and staff. The opportunities that God has given them are resulting in hearts and souls being won for the Kingdom—not every day, but bit by bit and little by little, love wins through the Hammond's work.

The One Thing: Choose Wisely | Luke 10:38-42 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400

We are revisiting the central theme of our current message series, "The One Thing: Mary or Martha?" What if it is actually better, in all the ways that really matter, to set Martha's 'to do' list aside and instead, discover Mary's simple yet profound joy of being in Jesus' presence... sitting at His feet and listening.

The One Thing: An Unlikely Ally | Luke 10:30-37 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400

What makes someone a good neighbor? Is it friendly conversation over a shared fence? Lawn care for an elderly couple down the block? It has been described as 'being made aware of a need and, if you are able, meeting that need.' Today's information highway ensures we are aware of so many - BIG needs all over the world.

How do we, as followers of Jesus, step in and even step up?

The One Thing: The Boys in the Boat | Luke 8:22-25 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400

"Where is your faith?" he asked them. The disciples were filled with fear, NOT faith as their boat was tossed about in the raging storm. Did Jesus' presence in the very same boat, although sleeping, indicate nothing to them? Even the chosen twelve needed to be reminded that the 'faith over fear' mantra is not just for a t-shirt.

Spiritual Practices: Generosity | Phillippians 4:10-20 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Generosity denotes the spirit in which one performs an action - a voluntary, unselfish giving of time, money, attention or other resources. Generous people are especially willing to share their resources with others. How do we engage generously within the Church and within our own local communities and congregations?

The One Thing: Identity, Not Ethnicity | Luke 9:21-27 - Mike Allison

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus, in startling detail, lays out the events surrounding his own death. It's an uncomfortable truth because moving forward, the choice to follow him would come with 'strings'... uncomfortable and even painful personal losses. What are we willing to lose in order to follow Him? In today's culture, following Jesus often comes at great personal sacrifice.

The One Thing: Use it or Lose it | Luke 8:1-21- Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Reading the bible and listening to what it tells us are key to our relationship with God. There is no better way to get to know someone than by listening - really listening - to what they say. But then what do you do with what you've heard?

The Beloved | 1 John 3:1 - Craig Hammond

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0400

The primary way the scriptures refer to God is as our Heavenly Father. Unfortunately because so many of us have not had good fathers we can struggle with having a positive view of God as our Father. But what if we could begin to see ourselves the way our Heavenly Father sees us? How would our lives change if we truly believed our Heavenly Father was absolutely crazy about us? What if we began to live like we were His beloved child?

The One Thing: Tongues of Fire | Acts 2

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0400

On the last day of Easter, something was brewing. Luke writes about the people - from every nation under heaven - that had come together and experienced something truly transformative. What do they do now? Where do they go from here and what will life look like on the other side of the day of Pentecost? It is truly the BIRTH day of the Church and it has been 'growing up' ever since!

Spiritual Practices: How We Grow | Scripture

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0400

We warmly welcome our guest speaker this morning, Ron Frost.

How does the spiritual practice of reading scripture teach us important things about about God, His character and His promises? How does understanding the scriptures makes God's word so personal and active in our lives?

The One Thing: An Unexpected Guest | Acts 2:1-13 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 25 May 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus had promised his disciples that they would receive the Holy Spirit to empower them to be witnesses to all the earth. Get ready, because it's happening! The event known as Pentecost marks the arrival of the Holy Spirit, where God's presence is intimately experienced by believers and empowers them to fulfill the Great Commission. And wow, what a sight it would've been!

The One Thing: The Same Jesus | Acts 1:1-11 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 18 May 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus' apostles could have only had questions… nothing was clear and they were patiently waiting. But waiting for what? They were waiting for Jesus, risen and alive, to make things right and restore His kingdom. How long would they have to wait? What would waiting look like? Very likely, none of them could have even imagined.

The One Thing: Mother's Day | Luke 2:41-51 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 11 May 2025 16:00:00 -0400

It's hard to let go of our kids. As they get older, they step forward… and away. They assume more responsibility and more autonomy. As parents, we know this has been our most important job - to take these precious gifts from the LORD, and point them in every way we can to Jesus and to a deep and abiding trust in Him.

Moms… we experience all the feels. Love, appreciation, pride… and the accompanying sadness that comes with letting go.

Spiritual Practices: How We Grow - Community | Acts 2:42-47 - Mike Allison

Sun, 04 May 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Imagine being so invested in one thing that it's all you can do... all you can think about. You ate it, drank it... lived it. Luke is describing this very thing - a "fellowship of believers" - whose only pleasure was to "praise God and enjoy the favor of all the people" (vs. 47a).

The One Thing: Joy in Your Presence | Acts 2; Psalm 16 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Peter nails it, doesn't he? After reminding people of Jesus' ministry - his life, death and resurrection - he tells them how they should move forward. "Repent and be baptized, every one of you… and you will receive the Holy Spirit." He assured them, for their children and generations beyond, that they would have the same access to Jesus' saving grace that Peter himself saw first hand. They began living a new kind of life together - one filled with a different kind of joy. How could they not?

The One Thing: Too Good to be True | Luke 24 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0400

It's as if it were too good to be true... "On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus." (vs.1-3) Then those women were asked, "Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen!" (vs.5b-6a)

The One Thing: Sunday's Coming... | Luke 19:28-24:49 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0400

This week is a big one... we refer to it as Holy Week but that is definitely a term applied in hindsight. Luke, in his gospel, outlines these days from Jesus' triumphal entry through the gates into Jerusalem to his betrayal, arrest and brutal death. But Sunday is coming! What appeared to bury their hope that Jesus was who He said He was became the greatest victory in the history of the world. We know the end of the story… but the tension is still present. How will you focus your thoughts during this Holy Week?

The One Thing: A Cloud over Easter | Luke 13:13-35 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Having experienced a pivotal point in his ministry and with his disciples, Jesus continues to color outside the lines of tradition. But while He incurs the disdain from the political and spiritual leaders, Jesus is reaching people with God's truth and the reality of eternal separation from Him if they do not repent and believe… hanging out together is not enough. Jesus is keenly aware of those who would revel in His death, but the path set out for him will not be altered.

The One Thing: The Turning Point | Luke 9:28-36 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Something is happening in the hills surrounding the villages where Jesus performed so many miracles. His followers had recently witnessed an unmistakeable turning point in Jesus' ministry and now this... can they understand or explain something so incredible? What does it mean for the future as they continue to follow Jesus?

The One Thing: Where is Your Faith? | Luke 7:1-9:17 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus continues throughout the countryside and into villages performing miracles, healing and speaking in wonderful parables to large crowds who gathered to listen. His 12 apostles have been called to his side now, and by Jesus' power and authority, they will also proclaim God's kingdom and heal those afflicted by evil. Jesus is "doing" the ministry we are used to hearing about… but what about the faith of the people? Do we today, believe or do we doubt? Can doubt be a positive part of affirming our personal faith in Jesus? Luke certainly thinks so…

The One Thing: Following Jesus | Luke 5:1-6:16 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0400

The word was getting out. So much so that crowds of people were gathering to hear Jesus speak and to be healed. What important thing was he saying, though? "Come to me and be healed", or was it "come to me and be forgiven of your sins." Were the people satisfied with the former, or did they desire the latter? Ask Levi, the tax collector, which one he chose...

The One Thing: Eye on the Prize | Luke 4:14-30, 31-44 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus emerged from his time in the wilderness, having cast aside a crafty enemy, to began his Galilean ministry. He went out into the whole countryside, preaching to everyone, everywhere. Many praised his gracious manner and listened with rapt attention as he spoke in the synagogue. Let's stop there. Even though they recognized him as a home-town boy, the listeners took issue with his words. "No thanks", they said, and tried to facilitate his demise (for lack of a better phrase). Jesus went on his way, preaching and healing, and so began a history-altering, kingdom-building ministry.

Spiritual Practices: How We Grow | Fasting

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 17:00:00 -0400

We are diving into the first of nine Spiritual Practices we'll study this year. These habits of the faith help us grow in our knowledge of scripture and strengthen our relationship with Jesus. Fasting is our body's natural response to difficult spiritual situations like illness, death, sin, etc. Involving our bodies in this form of "lament" is the same as involving them in praise like raising hands or kneeling. Let's dig in and discover something new!

Psalms for Life | Gary Rosing

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0400

As we get a bit further into the book of Luke and specifically the example of Mary & Martha, how do the Psalms allow you to focus and reflect on your relationship with God? The writers that so beautifully crafted this book were desiring to be closer to God. The worship and praise, despair and lament contained in its verses speak to a deep longing that God, in his mercy, would hear and respond to.

The One Thing: Showdown in the Desert | Luke 4:1-13 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0400

Never has there been a more important time to be the best at something. Jesus was facing a powerful adversary at a time when his body was weak, but his mind and his heart were filled with the promises of his Father. Jesus knew the truth - the power was his and where all others had failed, he would succeed. Evil had no power over him.

Spiritual Practices: How We Grow | Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0400

As a complement to the theme "The One Thing" for this year, the first Sunday of each month will highlight important habits of the faith that increase awareness of God's presence, promote individual spiritual growth and a deeper relationship with Jesus. Do you consistently read your bible? Do you take opportunities to pray and confess your sin? We look forward with great anticipation to what God will teach us this year!

The One Thing: Have You Heard John Preach? | Luke 3:1-20 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 17:00:00 -0400

Remember John, son of Elizabeth and Zechariah? Just like Jesus, he'd grown up and was now preaching in the surrounding country about repentance and the forgiveness of sins. He told the people what they should and should not be be doing and to say he was getting folks fired up is an understatement, but to what end? What was all the fuss about?

The One Thing | Luke 2:52

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 17:00:00 -0400

"And as Jesus grew up, he increased in stature, wisdom and favor with God and man."

It seems like a natural progression that, in our own 'growing up', we should both grow physically but as believers in Christ, also increase in biblical knowledge, wisdom and foster a closer relationship with the him. But is that actually what happens? How do we meet that goal?

The One Thing Introduction | Luke 10:38-42

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 17:00:00 -0400

Mary or Martha? It's tough, sometimes, to choose stillness rather than dashing around to prepare for the next thing. "But, it's got to get done…" we tell ourselves. "I've got a list!"

What if it was actually better… in all the ways that really matter… to set the 'to do' list aside and instead, discover THE ONE THING worth being concerned about?

We are taking a deep dive into the book of Luke in 2025. Our prayer is that each of us would learn to sit more often at the feet of Jesus, spending less time fretting over whatever thing is coming up, and more time listening to what He has to teach us.

The Weary World Rejoices | The Magi - Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 17:00:00 -0400

The magi... they were travelers from the east who'd arrived in Jerusalem asking some unpopular questions. Clearly, word had gotten out that a baby - THE baby that was the Messiah - had been born. What should have been a serene, blessed event turned into unrestrained jealousy and evil... a path not so different from our much more recent past and even our present.

The Weary World Rejoices: Celebrate the music & Message of Christmas| Shepherds - Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0400

5th Day of Christmas

Imagine the shepherds, awestruck over what they'd just witnessed. They were 'in the fields, abiding' as the song goes and has just witnessed a great spectacle of heavenly glory. They did not waste any time to go check out what they'd been told about the baby. What did they see and experience once they got to him?

The Weary World Rejoices | Angels From the Realms of Glory - Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0400

4th Sunday of Advent

The appearance of the angel in Luke's account of the birth of Jesus is where all these songs originate. The angel proclaims the good news of Jesus' birth to a small group of shepherds who likely envisioned their night going a bit differently. And then,"suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others - the armies of heaven - praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest heaven, and peace on earth to all whom God favors." Luke 2:13

Then it's all over and the angels return to heaven. Imagine those shepherds, awestruck over what they'd just witnessed. Glory to God indeed!

The Weary World Rejoices: Celebrate the music & message of Christmas | Gather 'Round Ye Children - Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0400

3rd Sunday of Advent

Gather 'round ye children, come Listen to the old, old story Of the power of death undone By an infant born of glory Son of God, Son of Man So in heaven and earth and below Every knee would bow and worship And every tongue would proclaim Jesus, He reigns with the angels (c) Andrew Peterson

What a beautiful picture of Christ - for those we love and who we want to love & follow Jesus.

The Weary World Rejoices: Celebrate the music & message of Christmas | O Holy Night - Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0400

What a scene… rays of light visible from heaven to a world, weary under the weight of sin and desperately anticipating the birth of the Messiah. Light takes on a new meaning during that night long ago, breaking through a desperate world with a new and glorious promise of what we are worth.

The Weary World Rejoices: Celebrate the music & message of Christmas | O Come, O Come Emmanuel - Mike Allison

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0400

1st week of Advent | O Come, O Come Emmanuel Waiting for God is a constant and ever-present biblical theme. The Israelites waited for 500 years for the promised Messiah - when will the waiting end?

The Journey: Belong | Genesis 23 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0400

A lot of life happened in the time of Abraham and Sarah. Battles and blessings, tragedy and triumph. All things must come to an end, so what does Abraham 'end' up with? A place … a sacred space realized at the end of a journey that never had a destination.

The Journey: Bless | Genesis 18-19 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0400

We know that both good and evil exist... they exist at the same time, in the same place, among the same people and places. It seems with one hand, God is pouring out blessing on those who are faithful and with His other hand, exacting judgement on those who engage in sin and perversion. Consider Lot and his family.... what a mess. Abraham goes to bat for folks that, in all reality, God wanted to destroy. How did Abraham's pleas to the LORD change the outcome? Did it really? Maybe God knew something that Abraham did not...

The Journey: Belong | Genesis 15 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0400

Abraham has been patient... he also has become a bit impatient. "What good is all this if I do not have a son?" he asks. And there it is... Abraham is laser focused on what is missing instead of God's promise of what will be or what already is. Several times God assures Abraham of his promised blessing, even laying out a timeline of future events up until his death. The one thing that was still missing from the timeline? God's promise to them of a son.

Psalms in 2024 | Psalm 88 & 150 - Mike Allison

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0400

As our Psalms in 2024 exploration comes to a close, these two represent the extremes - despair and abject praise. Whether we cry out to the LORD day and night about our suffering and affliction (Ps. 88) or whether we praise Him for his greatness with trumpets, tambourines and dancing (Ps. 150), He hears us… and knows us and loves us. Praise the LORD!

The Journey: Become | Genesis 12-22 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Abraham and Sarah's son, Isaac, is the fulfillment of God's promise to them that He would bring forth from them many nations. They were faithful and patient and followed the call of God to leave all they knew and go. A lot happened before Isaac appeared on the scene, but what about after? What might Isaac have to say about this adventure to nowhere in particular?

The Journey: Become | Genesis 12:10-20 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Fear causes people to do things that seem to defy their very character and invites into our lives a whole host of problems. Make a big mistake? Tell a big lie to alleviate the consequences. When fear is a stronghold, it causes us to act and react in ways that are detrimental to our relationship with God and with others. Fear has no rightful place in the hearts and minds of believers in Jesus.

Psalms in 2024 | Psalm 2 - Mike Allison

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400

"Why do nations rage? Why do the people waste their time with futile plans?" Good questions as we observe the world today. "But the One who rules in heaven laughs. The LORD scoffs at them." Good answers because we are confident of who is in charge.

The Journey: Bless | Genesis 12:31-9 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400

The LORD told Abram to leave everything and everyone he knew and go. Go where? Nowhere in particular, but he was told his obedience would be blessed. Not only would he be blessed by following the LORD's command, but all the people who came after him… and all those who came after them… would also be blessed. "All the families of the earth will be blessed through you." vs. 3b

His life was sure going to be an adventure!

Suffering | 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 - Craig Hammond

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0400

In this fragile and broken world, suffering is inevitable. We all will go through suffering. We all will have opportunities to walk alongside those who are suffering. So how are we to handle this reality? How can we give comfort? The answer is found in Paul's letter to the Corinthian church. He asserts that because we have a loving heavenly father who gives us comfort, we are empowered to share this comfort to others in their time of need.

The Book of Daniel: Summary - Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0400

We have come to the end of our series in the book of Daniel - boy, there was a lot.

What did we learn? What did we not learn? During this series,"Christians, Culture and the Beast", the parallels between that time and our modern culture and socio-political environment are clear; it's about power - who wants it and who ultimately grants it. In the end, like Daniel and his friends, we can gratefully say that "we do not need to defend ourselves before [you]" to those who deny the sovereignty, power and greatness of God.

Daniel: Christians, Culture and the Beast | Daniel 10-12 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Nothing makes any sense…but yet it does. God continues to give Daniel all sort of visions - strange and glorious all at once. The visions portray the great peril that will be visited upon those who are wicked, but those who possess wisdom and continue in faithfulness… well, that's a different ending altogether.

National Grandparents Day | Deuteronomy 4:9 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0400

"But watch out! Be very careful never to forget what you have seen the LORD do for you. Do not let these things escape from your mind as long as you live! And be sure to pass them onto your children and grandchildren." Deuteronomy 4:9

We want to celebrate and encourage the grandparents in our church family who serve as important and often stabilizing forces inside the family unit, providing a consistent example of a godly life.

Psalms in 2024 | Psalm 4 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0400

"I will lie down in peace and sleep, for you alone, O LORD, will keep me safe." Psalm 4:8

Because this world is a scary place, we can rest assured knowing we are in the hands of our Heavenly Father who is says, "go to sleep."

Daniel: Christians, Culture and the Beast | Daniel 9:20-27 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 18 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Daniel is given even more interesting insight through an unexpected messenger. The information is very specific - eerily specific - but what does it all mean? What does God have in store for the people still in exile in Babylon?

Psalms in 2024 | Psalm 1 - Mike Allison

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0400

"For the LORD watches over the path of the godly, but the path of the wicked leads to destruction." Psalm 1:6

Do you know which path you're on?

Daniel: Christians, Culture and the Beast | Daniel 9 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Daniel has seen some incredible things - some at the hands of men and some by the hand of God. He knows the people are wretched and lost in their sin and wickedness. Even so, what does Daniel do? He pleads to the LORD on their behalf even though he knows they don't deserve help because Daniel knows the LORD is merciful. What happens next is God's emphatic, "I got this."

Daniel: Christians, Culture and the Beast | Daniel 8 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0400

The book of Daniel has traveled an interesting and mysterious path, and we have been along for the ride. Beasts and blessings, idols and images and things that prove even stranger than the ones before. What's it all mean?

Daniel: Christians, Culture and the Beast | Daniel 7 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0400

The Bible is full of weird and wonderful things… strange visions, miraculous occurrences and all manner of creatures that defy human imagination. Really, the book of Daniel could be AKA "Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them." It all makes for a good story, but what do these things have to do with our present, day-to-day faith journey?

Psalms in 2024: Psalm 56 - Mike Allison

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0400

"O God, I praise your word. I put my trust in you. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me? " v. 3-4

"For you have rescued me from death; you have kept my feet from slipping. So now I can walk in your presence, O God, in your life-giving light." v. 13

What can man do to me? Turns out, man can do quite a lot. Even so, what a comforting set of book ends for us as we live during this time and place in history.

Daniel: Christians, Culture & the Beast | Daniel 6 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0400

It seems the key characters in the book of Daniel are having groundhog's day experiences. Over and over, bad stuff leads to faith and surrender that leads to blessing, leading then to a king's inflated ego and then different bad stuff happens because of pride and sin. This time, it gets a little more personal. "What have I done," wonders the king. Well, he's about to find out.

Daniel: Christians, Culture and the Beast | Daniel 4-5

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0400

What transpired during the years King Nebuchadnezzar was 'absent' had transformed him, but what about the new king? Would this guy be a student of history or would he take the familiar road to idolatry, power seeking and personal glory? Any guesses?

Daniel: Christians, Culture and the Beast | Daniel 4 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Is the king on the right track now? He certainly heaps praise and honor upon God. But again, the king falls back into the 'look at the cool stuff I've done in my kingdom' mentality and through another dream, Daniel explains to him what will happen if he does not turn away from his sin. Maybe the king only learns the hard way.

Daniel: Christians, Culture & the Beast | Daniel 3 - Mike Allison

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Daniel has risen in the ranks, but things go sideways in a hurry. King Nebuchadnezaar had become a little too enamored with himself and jumps the shark… "bow down to the statue, and serve my gods - everyone - or die in a blazing furnace." That was definitely a 'dark valley of death', but unwaveringly, they declined to worship the idol. Their God, whom they knew intimately and trusted fully, would save them, whether in life or death.

Daniel: Christians, Culture and the Beast - Daniel 2 | Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Remember who you are… an important admonition for Daniel as he follows God in the midst of serious opposition. Daniel continues to pursue a life of faithfulness and trusts in God's promises even though it got hard… really hard. How can we follow Daniel's example and look forward - truly 'wait for it' - as we live life in a culture that is hostile to believers in Jesus?

Daniel: Christians, Culture and the Beast: Introduction | Daniel 1 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 19 May 2024 16:00:00 -0400

The book of Daniel contains religious, cultural and political implications that are equally relevant now. How do God's people remain faithful to Him while living in a culture that is hostile to their faith? Explore with us, from now through the end of July, what it means to be a Christian in the culture today as we determine "how then shall we live?" in the midst of our own cultural chaos.

Mother's Day | II Kings 4:8-37 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 May 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Moms, how often have you said, "Oh, I'm fine. Things are fiiiiine" when asked how you are? Sometimes? Always? Where do you go when things are. not. fine? When the weight of the world is heavy, and when sin and struggle seem overwhelming, there is comfort in our closeness to Jesus.

The Journey: Psalm 65 | Mike Allison

Sun, 05 May 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Can you think of some things to be thankful for? It's not November or Thanksgiving Day, but we can practice thankfulness everyday… for the redemption of our sin, for God's dominion over all of creation and His daily provision in each of our lives. May we all shout and sing for joy because of these things!

The Journey: Serve & Story | John 4 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400

To really serve someone is an invitation from Jesus to meet that person in their present & particular need. It could look like a lot of different things - be open to all kinds of opportunities.

Additionally, as we build a relationship with someone, there will be a chance to share about yourself. Telling any story well is an art! Jesus has done something amazing in all of our faith stories - can tell yours in an interesting and meaningful way?

The Journey: Bless | Gene Curtis

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400

There are some really important things that will pave the way for us as believers to truly 'bless' someone. Pray for interactions with them; Listen to them and learn; Eat together. The significance of doing these things cannot be underestimated - they can become sacred times together that bring you closer to one another but also to the Lord.

The Journey: Bless - Psalm 111 & 112 | Mike Allison

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400

How amazing are the deeds of the LORD!" "Who can forget the wonders he performs?" "He has shown his great power to his people... all he does is just and good and all His commandments are trustworthy." In other words, when we know and have experienced so much blessing from God, what do we do? How do we respond? "Yes, happy are those who fear the LORD and happy are those who delight in doing what he commands." "They are confident and fearless and can face their foes triumphantly."

The Journey: Bless | Genesis 1; Matthew 5:3-11

Sun, 07 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400

The Beatitudes are a list of 'when, then' statements. They are not 'if, then' statements and there is a big difference. But the hope we have in the resurrection of Jesus - our Living Hope - makes us lights that cannot be extinguished and recipients of blessings that cannot be taken away. May your light shine brightly in your own home and also before others.

The Journey: Become - Safe Inheritance | 1 Peter 1:3-11 | Gene Curtis

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 16:00:00 -0400

"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you…" 1 Peter 1:3-4

The Journey: Become - Mission Impossible? | Genesis 1 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 16:00:00 -0400

The Bible narrative is often referred to as 'the story of the bible' or 'the greatest story ever told'. Beginning in Genesis 1, we are indeed witness to a marvelous series of events. But as the story continues on and things go very awry, in what part of that story do we fit? What part do we play? During this Holy Week, let's look at the storyline from creation to the cross - the what and the why of Jesus' sacrifice.

The Journey: Become - Starting Point | 2 Peter 1:3-11 - Mike Allison

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 16:00:00 -0400

The challenge last week was to determine a 'starting point' for the journey to become who God wants you to be. How'd it go? Having faith in Jesus does not in any way make us sinless, but rather the recipient of God's promises, his special favor and of grace, knowledge, self-control, patience and endurance - all the things that lead us closer to Him and to a more genuine love for others. That's a good starting point for everyone.

The Journey: Become | Kyrie Eleison - Psalm 51; Mike Allison

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Psalm 51 recounts the desperate condition of David's heart after his sin with Bathsheba. "Have mercy on me, O God, because of your unfailing love. Because of your great compassion, blot out the stain of my sins." vs. 1

David is crying out to God, confessing all his shame and regret. Because he knows God intimately, he also knows God hears him and forgives him. Do you know God like this? Trust Him like this? The world's perspective is that we are essentially 'good', but if you have looked in the mirror or sat alone with your own thoughts for even a minute, you know that to be untrue. So what is your 'starting point' for your journey to become who God wants you to be?

The Journey: Become | Genesis 1:26-28

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 17:00:00 -0400

God had a good plan (an amazing plan, actually). He spoke into being the heavens, the sea & the sky, the land and all the animals. It was filled with beautiful and wondrous things. Of all this beauty, you and I are his pièce de résistance. Even though the world he created has changed, He hasn't. How are you pursuing and cultivating your relationship with God? Are you intentionally seeking growth in your understanding and worship of Him?

The Journey: It's Not Just A List | Romans 16 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 17:00:00 -0400

'Dear friends', 'those who are worthy of high honor' and 'brothers and sisters in Christ.' Paul greets these men and women in a way that is unmistakable. Their commitment to him, his ministry and to spreading the good news of Jesus is evident and he expresses his love and admiration for them. Can you relate to Paul? Are there people who faithfully walk beside you in life and in faith?

The Journey: Home, Family & Belonging - Gene Curtis

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 17:00:00 -0400

The term 'family' can evoke all sort of feelings. The good news is that the family of God can (and should) function differently. Better, even - meeting together, encouraging one another, sharing joys & burdens with one another. A true and present sense of family leads to a true feeling of belonging.

The Journey : Psalm 95:7 | Mike Allison

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 17:00:00 -0400

"… For he is our God and we are the people of his pasture, the flock under his care." It's such a short verse, but can't you just feel all the promise? God sees each of us as belonging to him and assures that the best place for us is near him and under his protection. The question is then, is that where you are? And if not, what's holding you back?

The Journey: Identity Crisis | 1 Chronicles 1-9 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 17:00:00 -0400

Adam's descendants are listed in 1 Chronicles 1-9 from Seth to Noah all the way through to Abraham and Isaac; to Judah and David and then to Benjamin and finally the lineage of King Saul. Why spend so much time outlining what would be a 'skip this page' moment for most? It tells us who & what... who is connected to whom and what they were a part of. All those connections lead us to a time and place that is pivotal in Israel's history. Maybe it IS important to be a part of something... to be connected.

The Journey: An Introduction to 2024 - Gene Curtis

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 21:19:04 -0400

Each of us is on a journey to find belonging in a world that is not our home, to become all that God intends us to be and along the way, be a blessing to those we encounter by showing them the love of Jesus. Embark on this journey with us… 2024 will be an adventure!

Nothing Is Impossible With God | Luke 1:37 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 21 Jan 2024 17:00:00 -0400

"For nothing is impossible with God." That verse is straight out of Luke's foretelling the birth of Jesus, but can it's context be broader? Like, a lot? The God of heaven and earth, Creator of all things, can do anything at any time and in any place. In a society that is filled with pessimism about this and skepticism about that and fear of all the things, can we not look at this verse and be wholly encouraged?

Love This Book: Revelation - Mike Allison

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 17:00:00 -0400

"And then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea. They sang, 'Blessing and honor and glory and power belong to the One sitting on the throne and to the Lamb forever and ever.'" AMEN. That's our eternal future… He shall reign forevermore!

Love This Book: 1,2 & 3 John - Gene Curtis

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 17:00:00 -0400

John doubles down on his previous words. "We are telling you about what we ourselves have actually seen and heard, so that you may have fellowship with us. And our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ." 1 John 1:3

He addresses so many things; loving one another (he covers it twice… it must be important), discerning false prophets and living in light of the truth of Jesus. Finally, he assures that "For every child of God defeats this evil world by trusting Christ to give the victory." 1 John 5:4 That is not an invitation anyone should decline!

Love This Book: John - Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 17:00:00 -0400

John has some important things to say about the nature of God the Father and how all things came to be through Him and through the birth of Jesus. "In Him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." John 1:4-5 and"The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us." John 1:14

This is not the familiar Christmas story; some shepherds, the angel and a baby. This is a more cosmic account, beginning from eternity past, with a promise for eternity to come.

Love This Book: Hebrews, I & 2 Peter - Gene Curtis

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 17:00:00 -0400

"But we do see Jesus, who was made lower than the angels for a little while, now crowned with gory and honor because he suffered death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for everyone." Hebrews 2:9

There was a time when Jesus was God but not man. But there was never a time when He was man but not God. If He was God, why did Jesus need to be human?

Love This Book: Psalm 98 - Mike Allison

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 17:00:00 -0400

"We do not sing because we need a 'warm up' before the sermon, or for people to find their seats. We do not sing because we need to be entertained. We sing because God is good and He is worthy. We sing as a communal act of unity where we declare the glory of God, the gravity of our sin and the grandeur of His grace!" - J.B. Charles Jr.

Love This Book: James & Jude - Gene Curtis

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 17:00:00 -0400

Wisdom is a practical reflection on people and experiences that leads to knowledge and good judgement. What kind of wisdom or 'family resemblance' is reflected in James & Jude? After all, Jesus was their brother…

Love This Book: I & II Timothy, Titus

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 17:00:00 -0400

These letters from Paul teach a masterclass in church leadership; spreading the truth of the gospel and eternal life, the heart of worship, watching out for false teaching and avoiding division & foolish discussions. Leaders, preach the word of God. Be persistent, patiently correct, rebuke and encourage your people with good teaching. Church, listen to them.

Love This Book: I & II Thessalonians

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 17:00:00 -0400

There are so many images and depictions of what it will look like - what it will actually BE like - when Christ comes back at the second coming. What will happen to us? What will happen to 'the Church'? How are we going to know? Paul tells us that we don't - and won't - know how or when. But until then, we can watch & wait intently and live purposefully for Him until that day comes.

Love This Book: Psalm 16 - Mike Allison

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 17:00:00 -0400

"Lord, you alone are my inheritance, my cup of blessing." Ps. 16:5 "No wonder my heart is filled with joy, and my mouth shouts his praises!" Ps. 16:9 "You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasure of living with you forever." Ps. 16:11

Our relationship with the LORD is something to be treasured and enjoyed. Enjoy Him… enjoy His people!

Love This Book: Philippians - Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 16:00:00 -0400

There is notably a more positive feel in Paul's letter to the church at Philippi. Paul, despite his personal circumstances, is confirming to the people that Jesus is the faithful Messiah and He will finish in them, and in His church, what He began. "'Forget what is behind you and press on,' he writes. 'Pray and be anxious for nothing. Think about things that are good, true and noble.'" Imagine receiving a letter like that! How would such encouraging words affect our present and personal circumstances?

Love This Book: Galatians - Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 16:00:00 -0400

"For when I tried to keep the law, I realized I could never earn God's approval. So I died to the law so that I might live for God. I have been crucified with Christ. I myself no longer live, but Christ lives in me. So I live my life in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me." Galatians 2:19-20

So what do we know as believers today? People are justified only in trusting what God did for them through Jesus, not by what they do for themselves. That is such Good News!

Love This Book: Ephesians, Colossians & Philemon

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 16:00:00 -0400

"Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience." Colossians 3:12

"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ, God forgave you." Ephesians 4:32

Living among people can be challenging. There is a saying that 'church would be great if it weren't for the people.' We know that kind of attitude grieves the Holy Spirit and we are to 'get rid of bitterness, rage and anger… every form of malice' towards others. But some times… some days…

Love This Book: 2 Corinthians - Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 16:00:00 -0400

" '…we will have a home in heaven, an eternal body made for us by God Himself and not by human hands' and 'For we will not be spirits without bodies, but we will put on new heavenly bodies.' " 2 Corinthians 5: 1, 3.

Paul wrote these encouraging words to the church at Corinth, but he also writes: "We will each receive whatever we deserve for the good or evil we have done in our bodies." 2 Corinthians 5:10 .

Hold on a second… as believers, we are clothed with new heavenly bodies when we die, but it matters what we did with our earthly one while we were alive?

Love This Book: Romans 8/Psalm 44 - Mike Allison

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 16:00:00 -0400

"There is therefore no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." Romans 8:1

These words have been balm to the soul since they were first written by the Apostle Paul to the Romans 2000 years ago. But how does that work out in practice when it feels as if "we are nothing more than sheep to the slaughter"? Psalm 44:22

Love This Book: 1 Corinthians - Gene Curtis

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Paul has some strong words for the folks in Corinth. His letter addresses their sinfulness and God-less spiritual practices that are leading to disunity. He admonishes them to say 'no' to those things, and 'yes' to other things; things that exemplify the truth of the Gospel and the future hope in Jesus' resurrection.

Love This Book: Romans - Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Saul's radical encounter with the risen Jesus transformed him, both in name and spirit, to Paul the Apostle. He goes out as a representative of Jesus to preach to the people. How is Paul's message of Jesus' resurrection His Church received when things are in such disarray among those who hear it?

Love This Book: Acts - Gene Curtis

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 16:00:00 -0400

A 'big picture' overview of the beginning and rapid outward expansion of the Church into farther reaching geographic regions and the subsequent creation of a radical inward community within that Church. What accounts does Luke give that make this book so pivotal in the New Testament?

Love This Book: Psalm 73 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 03 Sep 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Do you ever find yourself frustrated by the prosperity of those the scriptures refer to as wicked? Why are we prone to envy one's power, position and wealth? What does Ps. 73 say about those who will find ruin and those who will find refuge?

Love This Book: Luke - John Flores, Westside Christian High School

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 16:00:00 -0400

We welcomed John Flores from Westside Christian High School this week! He taught through the book of Luke as we continued our dive into the New Testament and specifically, the gospel writers.

Love This Book: Matthew - Richard Blaylock, Western Seminary

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 16:00:00 -0400

We begin our dive into the New Testament and specifically, the gospel writers. Please welcome Richard Blaylock from Western Seminary as he teaches through the book of Matthew.

Love This Book: Introduction to the New Testament - Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 16:00:00 -0400

We've made it to the New Testament and we can love it all the more - love God and His word all the more - because we have the framework to know how we got here. But what happens during the 400 years of 'blank pages' in your bible between Malachi and Matthew?

Love This Book: Malachi (OT overview)

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400

We are wrapping up our dive into the Old Testament. So much has happened! Doubt has laid waste to perfection, obedience has devolved into chaos (again and again) and God's people have continually sought their own good rather than God's goodness. Sounds like a pretty grim outlook, right? Not so fast…

Love This Book: Haggai - Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400

It's 70 years after Israel's exile to Babylon and now that once powerful empire has itself collapsed. Everything is ruined but the hope and determination of a few folks seems to suggest a renewed sense of purpose. But how should the people focus their efforts? What happens when there is, again, a prevailing attitude of discontent among them?

Love This Book: Habakkuk - Mike Allison

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Witnessing continued injustice, violence and idolatry causes the prophet Habakkuk to cry out to God, lamenting evil and wondering if God is indeed good. How can such EVIL be any part of God's goodness? How can God USE evil to bring about good? How much of 'Babylon' do we see in our world today? Believers, take heart! Darkness and chaos are temporal but God's justice is eternal.

Love This Book: Jonah (Micah, Nahum)

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Get up and go', God said. Jonah was to go and give the residents of Nineveh some pretty bad news. They'd blown it and God was going to pronounce judgement on them and their wickedness. Jonah ran the opposite way and chaos ensued… and finally Jonah obeyed. But would the people decide to repent? Would God have mercy on them?

Love This Book: Psalm 81 - Mike Allison

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400

"O Israel, if you would only listen!" Psalm 81:9 - God has given his people all the assurance in the world that He would take care of them - keep them safe, carry their burdens and provide everything they could ever need. "But no, my people won't listen." Instead, they followed their own blind and stubborn way. It bears the question, "How's that working out for you?"

Love This Book: Joel - Mike Allison

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 16:00:00 -0400

"The day of the LORD is an awesome, terrible thing. Who can endure it? That is why the LORD says, 'Turn to me now, while there is time. Give me your hearts.' Return to the LORD your God, for he is gracious and merciful. He is not easily angered. He is filled with kindness and is eager not to punish you." After all of Israel's unfaithfulness, idolatry and evil… THIS. This is our God!

Love This Book: Hosea (Amos)

Sun, 18 Jun 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Is a pattern becoming clearer? Israel rebels, God brings some terrible consequences but His love and mercy are more powerful than Israel's sin. Like Hosea with Gomer, God proves Himself to be a faithful husband to Israel.

Love This Book: Ezekiel & Daniel

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 16:00:00 -0400

The books of Ezekiel and Daniel take us through a series of unfortunate events that lead to the Babylonian captivity of Israel. The faithfulness of a few key people, despite immense persecution, can fill us with hope for the present day. We likely will never face a fiery furnace or be dropped into a cave with a lion, but our world is imperfect and our tenure here will be filled with suffering. But God's word offers hope - to us as his children and to our fallen world.

Love This Book: Lamentations - Mike Allison

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Lamentations is the result of Israel's 'bad acts'. God's people have repeatedly broken their covenant with Him and now things are just bad. Awful, in fact. They look around and see sorrow, death and God's anger at their disobedience. "I will never forget this awful time, as I grieve over my loss" they lament, "But the unfailing love of the LORD never ends! By His mercies we have been kept from complete destruction." We can all have hope in the LORD's faithfulness.

Love This Book: Jeremiah - Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 May 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Jeremiah was called by God to be a prophet and warned Israel about their coming judgement. The people and their leaders, kings and priests again had broken the covenant with God - sin and injustice was rampant and idols were abundant. Jeremiah begged them to turn back to God and away from the chaos they had created. Will they ever learn? How will God heal their hearts and convince them to turn away from rebellion?

Love This Book: Isaiah - Gene Curtis

Sun, 21 May 2023 16:00:00 -0400

We're beginning Love This Book Part 3: The Prophets. Once again, the nation of Israel is declining at a rapid pace and turmoil abounds… even the best of the best leaders cannot pull the brake lever on this speeding train. The plea is for the people to STOP! Just stop, because judgement is coming… but so might future blessing?

Love This Book: Psalm 49 - Mike Allison

Sun, 07 May 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Ps. 49, a wisdom psalm, begins by grabbing us by the collar and demanding our undivided attention. God has got something great and wonderful for us and choosing to live apart from God's wisdom and boast in worldly things will be our death, unceremonious and with no eternal destination.

Love This Book: Ecclesiastes - Gene Curtis

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 16:00:00 -0400

During our lifetime, we can invent, build, discover and achieve many things but it is highly likely that in 100 years, no one will remember you or anything you did. Sounds more than a little depressing, right? But a life spent on those pursuits still ends - time devours everyone and no one escapes death. Might we be better off living life as we actually experience it and not chasing what we think life should be? Trusting God for everything because most things in life are ultimately totally out of our control?

Love This Book: Proverbs - Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 16:00:00 -0400

The book of Proverbs offers the accumulated wisdom, passed down through many generations of God's people, so that we may live well is God's good world. Is it a bunch of promises or a formula for success? Not at all. Proverbs does, however teach us that God's justice and goodness are objective realities that we ignore at our own peril. Are we open to follow and apply God's wisdom - the road to success and peace - or do we ignore it and go down the road to ruin and folly?

Love This Book: Job - Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Why do bad things happen to good people? This is a tough one for a lot of us. We live in an amazing but complex world that, for now, is not designed to prevent suffering. We want to make sense of it all but our understanding is too simplistic - we need to trust in God's wisdom, sovereignty and His character. We need to come before Him in honesty and prayer to help process the world and its faults, our pain and our grief.

Love This Book: Esther - Gene Curtis

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 16:00:00 -0400

We've been going through each book of the Bible this year, and we land in the book of Esther this Easter Sunday. It might seem odd, but consider a couple of things: Are we willing to trust God's providence even when we cannot see Him working? Do we believe that God uses the mess and moral ambiguity of people to accomplish His purposes? YES! We know He is ALIVE and always working behind the scenes, no matter how bad things get, committed to redeeming this world.

Love This Book: Psalm 79 - Mike Allison

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 16:00:00 -0400

"We are Your people, the sheep of your pasture; we will thank you forever and ever, praising your greatness from generation to generation." Psalm 79:13

What makes someone worthy of such adoration? Trust, confidence and honesty - tell Him 'all the things' …the good and bad. He made you. He loves you. He already knows.

Love This Book: Ezra & Nehemiah

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 16:00:00 -0400

The Israelites are returning to their homeland after exile to Babylon. They desperately desire to rebuild the temple and set right their relationship with God - their hopes are high, but opposition causes some low morale. Again, they are disobedient and therefore, disappointed. What will God need to do to transform their hearts so they will follow and obey Him?

Love This Book: Kings & Chronicles - Gene Curtis

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:00:00 -0400

The people of Israel got their king - several of them, in fact. It's what they asked for, right? But what did having a king actually achieve? Not much… Sin again rears its destructive head and all of the kings, one right after the other, run Israel into the ground. So, what now? Is there anyone who can get things back on the right path?

Love This Book: 1 & 2 Samuel - Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 16:00:00 -0400

When the people of Israel ask for a king, they are asking for someone who would provide a sense of security and safety in a scary world. How do we, today, learn to look to Jesus and trust God in the areas where we feel insecure?

Love This Book: Psalm 135 - Mike Allison

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0400

This is our God. This is who He is - He loves us. This is our God. This is what He does - He saves us. As worshippers of Yahweh, there are no truer words! We come to the LORD in worship and in celebration of what He's done in our lives... HALLELUJAH!

Love This Book: Ruth - Gene Curtis

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 17:00:00 -0400

The book of Ruth is a beautiful example of how God works behind the scenes and how His will is so connected to our daily lives. But why? Might He have had a grander purpose for Ruth? How about now? Is God working in the "day to day" of our own lives?

Love This Book: Judges - Gene Curtis & Glen Felix

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 17:00:00 -0400

The book of Judges is the tragic story of Israel's moral corruption and bad leadership - basically, they were a total failure. They had become no different than the Canaanites that had just been destroyed. Here's an interesting question: What kind of impression would the book of Judges make on someone who was reading it for the first time? Yikes…

Love This Book: Joshua - Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 17:00:00 -0400

The book of Joshua is the story of Yahweh fulfilling His promise to give Isreal the land. We know their journey to get there was, well, an extended one because of their disobedience. But God… He is always faithful to keep His promises.

Love This Book: Psalm 32 - Mike Allison

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 17:00:00 -0400

"Oh, what joy for those whose rebellion is forgiven and whose sin is put out of sight. Yes, what joy for those whose record the LORD has cleared of sin, and whose lives are lived in complete honesty!" Psalm 32:1-2

Love This Book: Numbers & Deuteronomy - Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 17:00:00 -0400

In the books of Numbers and Deuteronomy, the Israelites continue to rebel and only their children will enter the promised land… when will they learn? Will Moses' final message to his people take root?

Love This Book: LEVITICUS - Mike Allison

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 17:00:00 -0400

Moses is given some pretty specific instructions at the outset of the book of Leviticus. What are they for? Let's dive in and get some insight to the book, it's important theme of holiness and how God's people respond to some uncomfortable truths.

Love This Book : EXODUS - Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 17:00:00 -0400

The book of Exodus opens on a depressing note. Jacob and his sons have died. However, the writer tells us there were many decendants. So many, in fact, that they quickly filled the land and caught the eye of the new king… and not in a good way. So begins the long and terrible Egyptian enslavement of the Israelites. But also on display were God's great signs and wonders and His unmistakable provision and presence among them.

Love This Book: Genesis | Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 17:00:00 -0400

On January 8th, we begin a year-long deep dive into the narrative of the Bible and discover how as a whole, it tells the story of God's commitment to bring good out of evil. Our big goal for 2023 is to fall more in love with Jesus as we journey through each book of the Bible, discovering how they all contribute to one story of God's commitment to bless humanity and redeem a fallen world.

Good News of Great Joy | Luke 2:8-14 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 17:00:00 -0400

Imagine this scene for a moment... standing in your office during a regular, run-of-the-mill work day. Then, in a sudden flourish, the CEO of your company rushes in and says, '"you've gotta see what's going on outside. You don't want to miss this..." I imagine that's a bit like what happened to those shepherds that night long ago. They were being invited to witness something amazing, some good news of great joy, and for sure, they were not gonna want to miss it.

Waiting | Luke 2:22-38 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 11 Dec 2022 17:00:00 -0400

Waiting is hard... especially when we're used to insta-everything. Imagine waiting for generations, centuries even, for the fulfillment of a promise - the perfect gift - that would be unto all people for all time. Now that would be something worth waiting for.

Always Winter, Never Christmas | Isaiah 59:9-11; Isaiah 9: 1-2 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 17:00:00 -0400

Darkness. Gloom. Despair. Those words don't exactly sound like Christmas, do they? 'Merry & Bright' and 'Joy to the World' is where we generally land. Without the gift of that baby so long ago, though, mourning and desperation would be all this world would know. Think of it like this... it would always be winter, but never Christmas.

The Reason for the Seasons | Isaiah 59:9-11; Romans 8:22-25 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0400

"Walking in darkness. Groping for light... stumbling along like corpses." A pretty grim picture, right? This is how the book of Isaiah describes us, living apart from God, with no hope and no future.

The Christmas story and the birth of Jesus began the most comprehensive rescue mission in all of history - one to save us from eternal darkness. That mission continues today... in this very minute.

Join us until December 25th as we discover the wonder and significance of Christmas through the lens of C.S. Lewis' text, "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe."

Thanks for Giving | Ephesians 3: 1-12; 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0400

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on good things and being thankful, both in our homes in our church family. So many hands, uniquely gifted for service, make our church family what it is. Our expression of thanks is never quite adequate but certainly always sincere.

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It... | Ephesians 5:21-33 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0400

A fundamental process in the life of a believer is accepting the challenge to be the husband or the wife and the follower of Jesus that God has called you to be. Our actions indicate a choice to either move forward in pursuit of a desired outcome or taking a hard pass and saying 'no' to God's best. Will you accept the challenge?

Put On Joy | Ephesians 5:18-20 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0400

We've made so many changes to our closets recently... discerning each day what it is we want to wear and what we do not. The most important thing, though, when we dress for the day is that our most prominent accessory is JOY.

The Time of Your Life | Ephesians 5:15-17

Sun, 30 Oct 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Be careful...", "Do good..." and "understand what the Lord wants you to do." Sounds like a perfectly coordinated outfit for the next time you get dressed.

Dressing Up | Ephesians 5:1-14 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Oct 2022 16:00:00 -0400

"For though your hearts were once full of darkness, now you are full of light from the Lord, and your behavior should show it." Ephesians 5:8

By now, you've emptied your wardrobe of the old and ill-fitting garments. What's left should highlight all your best features and make you feel as if you've 'dressed up' a bit.

What Not to Wear | Ephesians 4:25-32

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 16:00:00 -0400

So the closet door is open... what will you choose to put on? Will it be the super comfortable green sweater that complements your eyes or will you choose the harsh, black turtleneck that makes you appear rough and unapproachable? What you choose NOT to wear is likely more important.

What to Wear | Ephesians 4:17-24 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Do you ever look in your closet and think "Ughh. I don't like anything in there!" The clothes seem old and tired and are perhaps ill-fitting. Something new - anything new - would be a welcomed addition. Much like a clothes closet, our spiritual life, our thoughts and attitudes, could sometimes use a perfectly taylored renewal.

Getting Involved | Ephesians 4:1-16 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Every person, each uniquely gifted by God, is so important to the proper functioning and health of the church. Don't cheat your church family out of all that you have to offer.

Where the Battle is Fought | Ephesians 6:10-20 - Gene Curtis & Mike Allison

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 16:00:00 -0400

If the church is unified around the person and work of Jesus Christ, then as far as the enemy is concerned, it's game on and a battle will be waged for the hearts and minds of those people. But just like a rope is stronger than a single thread, so is a unified body of believers.

Theory and Practice | Ephesians - Mike Allison

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 16:00:00 -0400

People can be unified around any number of events, ideas or causes but our most basic tenet of unity in the church is Jesus Christ. As believers, we must be united around Him - His person, who He was and His work, what He did.

Look Here! | Psalm 133 - Mike Allison

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Unity should be at the heart of any Christian community. Brothers and sisters in Christ living in unity with one another is the glue that holds it all together... it is not enough to just be "present". Unity denotes the blessing of God...and the enemy knows it.

A Cabin in the Woods | Gene Curtis

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 16:00:00 -0400

It was a beautiful day at Paradise Trail Lodge, a PLACE where countless people have come to be together with friends and family to enjoy and marvel at our incredible Creator and His workmanship. There is nothing quite like the view after a hike at Paradise Park, or the little waterfall at the end of Road 39. What PLACE holds special meeting and tethers you to your Creator?

Voices in the Wilderness | Isaiah 35; Mark 1 & 6 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 16:00:00 -0400

The wilderness is unpredictable and uncomfortable, but God uses 'wilderness' times in our lives to speak to us. We will hear His voice, but we will also hear the voice of the enemy, trying to convince us that God cannot be trusted.

Next Generation Conversations | Scott Lindsley, Bible Teacher at Westside Christian High School

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 16:00:00 -0400

How do we engage with people when conversations are difficult, uncomfortable or deal with intensely personal subjects when our world and the culture are deeply divided from God's purpose and perspective.

the Bible and Human Sexuality | Jeremy Waldridge, Executive Director, Pure Life Alliance

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 16:00:00 -0400

We are continuing our August special speaker series. Please welcome Jeremy Waldridge, Executive Director of Pure Life Alliance, as he shares with us "The Bible and Human Sexuality".

The Bible and Gender | KathyGrace Duncan, Portland Fellowship

Sun, 07 Aug 2022 16:00:00 -0400

"So God created people in His own image, God patterned them after Himself; male and female He created them." Genesis 1:27

We continue in our August series, "God's Good Design: Sexuality and Gender".

The Bible as the Source of Truth | Matt Farlow, Associate Professor, Multnomah University

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Truth is a sticky word these days. Jesus said that He is The Way, The Truth and The Life. The world does not embrace Christ followers because we are not conformed to this world and its ways. Be bold and proclaim the LOVE of Christ to this world who so desperately needs Him.

Worthy to Take Communion? | 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 16:00:00 -0400

"For every time you eat this bread and drink this cup, you are announcing the Lord's death until He comes again." The Lord's table is a sacred and holy place and when believers in Jesus gather together around this table, they experience His mercy and His grace and His forgiveness. This is communion.

Better Together: How to Forgive | Matthew 18:21-35 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Unforgiveness wreaks havoc because it is borne from sin. Someone has been hurt, sometimes deeply, and as a result relationship is broken. Forgiveness is often not a choice we can make on our own - it's hard. But we need to forgive - and we are able to forgive - because we are ourselves have been forgiven a debt we could never repay.

Better Together: The Difficult Part | Matthew 18:15-20 - Mike Allison

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 16:00:00 -0400

We are continuing the 2022 "Better Together" series and diving into how the church ought to - and who ought to - respond to difficult situations regarding its members. We know the LORD desires repentance, reconciliation and unity between believers. How can we, as a church family, achieve that end when things get sticky?

Unity | Galatians 3:26-29 - Mike Allison

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 16:00:00 -0400

When we deny personhood to people who are created image bearers of the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, there is no telling what evil we can do.

What Happens at Church... | Hebrews 10:19-25 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 16:00:00 -0400

There is something special that happens when believers gather together on Sunday morning. We come full of hope and holding on to the promises of God for the future. Let us be encouraging toward one another as we walk forward following Jesus.

God's Empowering Presence | Acts 2; John 14 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Imagine what it must have been like to witness the coming of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost. What did those many wide eyes see? What did their ears hear? God's empowering presence, coming upon the people, fulfilled many generations of Messianic prophecy and even the words of Jesus Himself. It really must have been something...

The Adventure of Following Jesus | John 21:18-23 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 May 2022 16:00:00 -0400

It's starting to get real. Jesus is telling his disciples all about what it means - and what it will take - to follow Him. Are they ready, willing, and able to begin an adventure like this?

Do You Love Me? | John 21:1-19 - Mike Allison

Sun, 22 May 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus has now appeared three times to his disciples since having been raised from the dead. They know him. They trust him. They love him. Jesus is preparing them to go out into the world, and in the spirit of reconciliation, draw others in to follow the Messiah.

Breath of God | John 20:19-23 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 May 2022 16:00:00 -0400

We're picking back up the "50 Days of Easter" series that takes us from Jesus' resurrection to His ascension into heaven. The disciples get a surprise visitor - that encounter has a life changing effect on those followers of Jesus. How has that same encounter changed your life?

A Sincere Faith | 2 Timothy 1:1-5 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 May 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Can you look back and see the faith of your mother? Your grandmother? Maybe it's a long history of faith stretching back to their own mothers and grandmothers, instilling in you a sincere and deep faith in the LORD. What a beautiful gift.

The Sunday After Easter | John 20:19-29 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 01 May 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Christ is Risen! The message series "50 Days of Easter" will explore the time after Jesus' resurrection until His ascension into heaven.

According to John | Steve Wilent

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 16:00:00 -0400

A dramatic presentation of the Gospel of John by Steve Wilent. *used with permission

Steve Wilent is a professional actor and storyteller. He is a published author and has taught workshops on acting, writing, improvisation and creativity. He has traveled with his ministry, performing and teaching all across the country as well as internationally. He enjoys the outdoors as well as music, theatre, films, good books and great food! With a grin, he will proudly tell you that he has performed with Blue Man Group in London and that film director George Lucas once paid him to not be in one of his movies! For more information, visit https://www.mastersimage.com/stevewilent/

"Who Are You Looking For?" | John 20: 1-18 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Three days of deep sorrow and fear. People were plagued by uncertainty and disbelief…their LORD was dead. But in those early morning hours on the third day, the tomb was a busy place. Those who loved Jesus had gathered near and the large stone covering the entrance was moved. Jesus' body was no longer there, but it wouldn't be long before someone realized where he went.

The Seventh Sign: Stop This Train | John 11:1-46 - Mike Allison

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Mary & Martha... their brother Lazarus. They were all called out of the darkness, albeit in vastly different ways, into the presence of the Messiah. Because of what Christ has done on the cross, one day we too will be called out of our present darkness into His glorious light!

The Fourth Sign: There and Back Again | John 6 - Mike Allison

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Our heavenly Father knows our daily needs - food & water, clothing, shelter. But can we trust Him for the deeper, more profound insecurities in life? We don't need to ask "to whom shall we go?" because we've placed our trust in the One who has given us eternal life.

The Third Sign: Hot Tub Religion

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0400

"Do you want to get well?" It's the question Jesus asked the man at the pool of Bethesda who had been paralyzed for 38 years. What is your answer? Do YOU want to get well?

Face to Face | Genesis 32-33 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Face to face is where life is found and fear is defeated.

The Second Sign: Real Life | John 4:46-54 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Mar 2022 17:00:00 -0400

Jesus is the Giver of real life and joy to all who believe in Him.

The First Sign: The Life of the Party | John 2:1-11 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 17:00:00 -0400

The life of this party wasn't the DJ or the bridesmaid who had one drink too many. At this party, the revelation of Jesus' character, and His desire to meet the needs of these people at this time, was on display. Wine in abundance and joy for living out lives with Him.

Better Together: The Basket | Acts 4:32-35 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 17:00:00 -0400

"Who cares?" If someone came up to you, or in conversation, expressed that point of view and felt their contribution was being utterly overlooked, could your name be given?

Better Together: The Piano | Acts 2:42-47 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 17:00:00 -0400

One of the greatest things about a church service is being together, in one place, lifting our hearts in worship to a Holy, Sovereign and WORTHY God. His presence in our midst inspires all blessing and honor and glory be given to Him.

Better Together: The Table | Acts 2:42-47 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Feb 2022 17:00:00 -0400

It might be a coffee shop or a neighborhood lunch counter where eating a meal together becomes a sacred act, taking place around the Lord's table. It didn't take place in church, but don't you wish it had?

Better Together: The Book | Acts 2:42 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0400

The Book. That's where it all starts.

Better Together | Acts 2:42-47 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0400

"I am not myself by myself" - Eugene Peterson. Two years of isolation and separation has amplified our deep need to live in relationship with one another. We are going to do that this year. Eugene Peterson was right - we are not ourselves by ourselves.

Part of the Family | the book of Philemon - Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0400

As followers of Jesus and as members of His church, how we treat and value one other should be a direct reflection of how God sees us - as equal parts of His family. He does not view anyone through a lens of partiality, but rather sees us for what we truly are: created in His image, each of us equal and valuable.

The Epiphany of our Lord | Matt. 2, 3; John 2 | Mike Allison

Sun, 09 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0400

Epiphany - what exactly is it? It is the continuing revelation that Jesus is the Son of God. May the following be true for you and your household this year: 20 + C + M + B + 22 Christus Mansionem Benedicat

The Cast of Characters | Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0400

Yes, it still Christmas. The good news of Jesus' birth is still on our lips and we are celebrating with great joy!

A Sheep's Tale | Terry Lomax

Sun, 19 Dec 2021 17:00:00 -0400

"O come let us adore him." That phrase takes on a more significant meaning, coming from the faraway hills at the request of a host of angels. Just come, indeed.

Anna | Luke 2:21-40 - Marsha Elliott

Sun, 12 Dec 2021 17:00:00 -0400

The birth of Jesus was an event of history changing, miracle making and life altering proportion. It changed everything. We can only imagine what it was like for those who were there.

Yahweh Remembers | Luke 1 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Dec 2021 17:00:00 -0400

The birth of Jesus was an event of history changing, miracle making and life altering proportion. It changed everything. Every thing. We can only imagine what it was like for those who were there.

...And Be Thankful | Colossians 3:15-17 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 Nov 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Let the peace of Christ rule in your heart ...and be thankful. During this season of Thanksgiving, may we all feel the peace of our gracious Lord in our hearts and in our homes and in turn, be thankful for our many blessings.

Goin' Fishing | Matthew 4:18-22 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 21 Nov 2021 17:00:00 -0400

As our fall b.l.e.s.s. series comes to a close, a bit of an object lesson comes to mind. An experienced angler wades down into a shallow river, hoping to catch 'the big one'. The right pole... the appropriate line and lure, right? He came prepared. When we invest in those around us and display the gospel to them in our words and actions, we do so possessing every tool we will ever need. God has given all of them to us.

Be Ready |Matthew 25:14-30 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Living out the gospel requires boldness. Be ready with the truth - don't keep quiet or be subdued about it. Will you stand on a stage and proclaim it or will you hide, never emerging from your safe shelter?

But What If They Won't Listen? | Matthew 10:5-15 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 07 Nov 2021 17:00:00 -0400

We do not carry the responsibility of someone's 'yes' or 'no'. The message is the same either way. Our part is to live simply, serve others and share the good news of Jesus Christ with those who want to hear.

Seeing What Jesus Sees | Matthew 9:9-17 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 31 Oct 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Imagine seeing every person, in every circumstance, through the eyes of Jesus. That annoying solicitor at your front door or on the other end of the phone is suddenly someone working a thankless third job to provide for a family. The short-tempered grocery clerk who was too rough with your carton of eggs quickly becomes a brand new dad whose newborn is still in the hospital with an undiagnosed illness. Jesus sees it all... sees US ALL... for what we truly are; His creation, His workmanship, His Image.

So What Happens Now? | Ephesians 6:10-20 - Mike Allison

Sun, 24 Oct 2021 16:00:00 -0400

It takes strength and courage to stand against the schemes of the devil. But take heart - we have all the armor we will ever need.

Are We There Yet? | Philippians 3:12-14 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 16:00:00 -0400

"Forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead..." As believers we press on amid the struggles, growing closer to Christ, even though what lies ahead remains uncertain.

What the Pastor Wants to Hear | Philippians 1:27-30 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 16:00:00 -0400

What does it mean to live as citizens of Christ's kingdom in a hostile community? After all, just saying you follow Jesus is enough to stir up opposition these days. It means we stand firm in one Spirit, striving together in unity for faith in Jesus. To live a life worthy of the gospel is to stand together for Christ and not be scared off.

What Really Matters | Philippians 1:12-26 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 03 Oct 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Paul had a strong message for the worried church community: "Get your mind off me because it isn't about me." He was in prison, surrounded by a guards and fellow prisoners who heard nothing preached but Jesus Christ. He was adamant - no church can survive built on or around a human leader. Paul was held captive, Christ was not. Paul was not the savior of the church, Jesus Christ was and Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.

Learning to Lament | 2 Samuel 1:17-27 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 16:00:00 -0400

The process of grieving is not easy. It is painful and there is no timer that alerts you when the grieving time is done. But HOW? How do we grieve and get through loss, coming out whole and healthy at the end?

Is the Ship Going Down? |Gene Curtis - Mark 4:35-41

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Often, the storms of life can seem so big - huge even. Giant waves keep us unsteady on our feet and soaked to the bone by the spray. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of the storm, choose instead to be overwhelmed by Jesus... even the waves and the wind obey Him.

As You Wish | Grandparents Day - Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Grandparents passing on their legacy of faith in Jesus Christ is a rich and immeasurable blessing to grandchildren.

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Sun, 05 Sep 2021 16:00:00 -0400

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Joseph - Coming to faith in Jesus Christ from the Muslim faith

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 16:00:00 -0400

A powerful testimony of God's ability to meet us anywhere, in His own perfect timing, to draw us to Himself.

Begin with Prayer | Karen Fancher, Multnomah University

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Do you view prayer as an opportunity or an obligation? Prayer should be an opportunity that allows us to be ready to 'bless' someone any particular time, place and space.

Listening | Carl Chica, founder of R3stored Ministries

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Listening should be an exercise in loving your neighbor as yourself. When you really listen to someone, you sacrifice your desire to speak into the situation in favor of a closed mouth and open heart.

Remembering Pastor Jerry Beres | July 25, 2021

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 16:00:00 -0400

As we grieve this profound loss, may the peace of our LORD that is so far above our human understanding be with you in the days and weeks to come.

No Fear: A Diet of the Mind | Philippians 4:8-9 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 11 Jul 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Just like a diet of nutritious food allows our physical bodies to function properly, feeding our heart and mind with the vital nutrients of God's Word keeps our thought life healthy and in check.

No Fear: Be Anxious for Nothing

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Hard things happen in this life - things that fill us with fear, cause us to worry and be anxious. If we give everything over to the LORD in prayer - every day and every night, a sacrifice to be placed on the altar - we can let all of it fall through our own grip and into God's hands, trusting that He can & will handle them.

Fear Not: Isaac's Story | Genesis 22 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Imagine the biggest 'ask' ever... so big that it's literally God-sized. Our own power will fail us every time. Instead, lay all the 'asks' on the altar - withhold nothing from Him - because He will be right there in ways beyond what we could ask or image.

No Fear: The God Who Watches Over You | Genesis 16 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 13 Jun 2021 16:00:00 -0400

We all know fear. Living with no fear is almost impossible in this day and age. But, do not let fear break you or undo you because God sees you and knows you.

The Arch Enemy of Faith | Genesis 12:10-20 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 16:00:00 -0400

For the man or woman who claims faith in Jesus Christ, living in fear is, at its root, doubting the goodness of God. "Do not fear, for your Heavenly Father knows when even a little bird fall to the ground, and you are worth far more than any birds." Do battle with fear - do not let it destroy, discourage or defeat your faith.

He is not the Christ, is He? - John 4:27-42 | Gene Curtis

Sun, 30 May 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Convincing a a group of people with a message that, on merit alone, is surely not true. What kind of a witness is that?

There Is No Plan B | Romans 10 - Jeremy Thom

Sun, 23 May 2021 16:00:00 -0400

The 'who' and the 'how' of preaching the gospel is very broad and for sure is not relegated to a Sunday morning platform. Preaching happens at summer bbqs and coffee shops, via phone calls and an encouraging note. Preaching happens when we, the messengers, share the message we've been given with somebody else.

Silver and Gold We Do Not Have | Acts 3:1-10 - Daniel Johnson

Sun, 16 May 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Sometimes it feels like a well-loved stuffed animal from our youth could cure whatever ails. But are we being shortsighted? Have we looked past the deeper need in favor of a stubbed toe?

Eat Together | Acts 2:42-47ff - Gene Curtis

Sun, 09 May 2021 16:00:00 -0400

There is power and significance in eating together and being part of inviting outsiders to the joy of life in relationship to God and his people. An important lesson of evangelism is this - we do not have any right to share our faith with someone with whom we would not share a meal.

Listen | Proverbs 18:13; James 1:19

Sun, 02 May 2021 16:00:00 -0400

So many good things happen when we listen to one another. When we listen to someone - hear a part of their story, their interests, hobbies or something about their family - we understand that person better. If we really want to love our neighbors... listening is an act of love.

Partnering With God | Genesis 18-19 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 25 Apr 2021 16:00:00 -0400

We begin with prayer... prayer for people with whom we live, work and play. Why? For hope, for mercy and the opportunity to join God, as a partner, in turning the lives and hearts of those we know and love toward Jesus.

A Blessing Way of Life | Matthew 5:13-16 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Sometimes we are not quite sure how we can bless others... how to be salt and light to people... and encourage them toward a relationship with Jesus. Well, take heart, because when God blesses, He empowers something or someone to be and do what it is He has designed for it to be or to do. We get to take part in blessing others because we have been blessed.

A Strange Way to End a Gospel | Mark 16:1-8 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 16:00:00 -0400

The old adage says 'walking the walk' is more important than 'talking the talk'. We need to, as followers of Jesus, flip that around because the most difficult, yet effective and profound, thing we will ever do for Jesus Christ is say something, or 'talking the talk', about Him and what He has done in us and for us.

How the Resurrection of Jesus Solves 3 of our Greatest Problems | Genesis 3; Romans 8; 1 Corinthians 15 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Shame. Because we feel unworthy. Fear. Because we live in a fallen world. Death. Because we know it comes for us all. Jesus' death and resurrection set in motion the plan God had all along. He promised, "For I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more." We will be raised with him, our new bodies perfect and eternal, to be with him forever. In fact, there ain't no grave gonna hold my body down.

It Wasn't Supposed to be This Way | Mark 15 - Mike Allison

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0400

He knows. Good, bad, worse... He knows it all and He is there. During this Holy Week, sit in the eclipse of the light that was Jesus' death. He knows. Let each of our present moments stay with that day. He knows.

Jesus' Moment in the Garden | Mark 14:32-42 - Daniel Johnson

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0400

"Abba, Father, all things are possible for you. Yet not what I will, but what You will." Jesus was troubled - no, greatly distressed - by what He knew to be His immediate future. Yet, He prayed to and found comfort in the arms of His Father. How comfortable are you in His arms?

A Bad Day in the Kingdom of God | Mark 14:12-52, 66-72 - Jerry Beres

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0400

A follower of Christ will always wrestle with God's ways because they are not our own. It's normal to wrestle when His ways aren't even close to what we want or think we need. But when things like that happen, will I reject God because I cannot accept His plan for me and for the world?

Preparing for the Cross | Mark 14:1-11 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 17:00:00 -0400

What the disciples thought was wasteful, Jesus viewed as an extravagant display of her devotion to Him. He said people everywhere would hear of it and remember that woman. More importantly, Jesus Himself would remember her and her outpouring of generous, extravagant love.

Keeping Watch | Mark 13 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Thinking about the return of Jesus, do you ask, "When? Next year... next month... tomorrow?" We should watch for Jesus all day, every day, because we are given that many opportunities to be loyal and faithful to Him or to deny Him.

Whose Side Are You On? | Mark 11-12; Mike Allison

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:00:00 -0400

They misunderstood him; they resisted his teaching and his words were twisted to support 'sides'. During this season of Lent, take the time to understand more about Jesus, more about his word and his heart than ever before.

What Does "God Bless You" Really Mean? | Genesis 1:22, 28; 2:3 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 17:00:00 -0400

If 'blessing' is God's power being given to fulfill what something is designed for, then the critical question should be what is God's intention? The answer goes all the way back to the garden. To be blessed is to live in the presence of and in relationship with God Himself, the source of all blessing.

How the Adventure Begins | Genesis 12:1-9

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0400

God's big plan... saving the whole world and blessing the people on the earth. Abraham and Sarah were blessed because they chose the journey even though they were going without knowing.

Seeing Clearly | Mark 10:32-52 - Daniel Johnson

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0400

May we see Jesus clearly so that we gladly set aside our own struggles and desire for importance to serve others and to serve the God of the universe. After all, there is no better or more prominent a place than to be a child and friend of God.

Going Away Sad | Mark 10:17-27 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Have you noticed something missing? What we think we want is not what we get and what we get is not what we think we want. The 'something missing' is emptiness - being separated from God - because we walk away, shoulders slumped, having been disappointed by the things of this world. We've got to let go.

Believing Too Soon | Mark 4:11-12; 9:9 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Jesus lived among the people. He preached, performed miracles and His presence was noteworthy... but why keep it a secret? Mark announces the 'beginning of the good news', the Gospel, but its not really good news until the cross.

When Is Jesus Coming Back? | Matthew 24:1-25 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Since the first century AD, we've been on the edge of the end… the edge of the return of Christ. Come, Lord Jesus.

The Presence of Jesus | John 14:15-24 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 27 Dec 2020 17:00:00 -0400

The presence of Jesus is not just Emmanuel at Christmas time. Wherever we are - here, there or anywhere - the Holy Spirit is with us. That place becomes the Holy Land and where we stand is holy ground.

Waking Up | Revelation 21:1-3 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Dec 2020 17:00:00 -0400

When you wake up on Christmas morning, may you experience the full presence of Jesus our Savior, and know that God is WITH you. He has been there all along.

The Promise Kept - Emmanuel | Matthew 1:18-25; Isaiah 9:6 - Jerry Beres

Sun, 13 Dec 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Emmanuel isn't a vague feeling of "god with me" but rather the reality of "the King with me". He has come to give us salvation - a hope and a purpose. Emmanuel, invade our little world so we may shout "Glory to God in the Highest".

And He Will Be Called Immanuel | Isaiah 7:10-14 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Dec 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Despite the enemies raging around us - despite this present darkness, trust Him because the child is coming!

Giving Thanks for the Small Things | Philippians 4:6 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 Nov 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Think about the difference between the words expensive and precious. Which of those is the most valuable?

One of These Thing is Not Like the Others | Mark 9:2-13

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Living for Jesus and pointing people toward Him means He is it. He's the One on whom our gaze should rest. It's not 'political agreement' and Jesus, 'right-living' and Jesus or even 'I got this on my own' and Jesus. It's just Jesus.

Getting a Life | Mark 8:27-9:1 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 17:00:00 -0400

God Himself is the fuel our spirits were designed to burn. There is no other. God cannot give us a happiness and a peace apart from Himself. There is no such thing.

Missing the Point | Mark 8:11-26 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 17:00:00 -0400

The world and the Word is charged with the grandeur of God ... the glory of Jesus. Do we have eyes to see and ears to hear so that we may know Him?

The Kingdom Extended | Gene Curtis - Mark 7:24-8:10

Sun, 01 Nov 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Four thousand years ago, God chose Abraham and made him special so that he could bring blessing to all the people of the world. Today, we carry on that mission: all people... all the world.

The Art of Self Deception | Daniel Johnson - Mark 7:1-23

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 16:00:00 -0400

We so easily see our own heart, our motives and desires, as something far different from what God sees.

Like Sheep Without a Shepherd | Gene Curtis - Mark 6:31-44

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 16:00:00 -0400

We do not have the resources to solve life's problems... we bring what we have to Jesus and let Him go to work.

The Mission | Mike Allison - Mark 6:6-30

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 16:00:00 -0400

There is an urgency in declaring the kingdom of God. We shouldn't act like we have all the time in the world because we don't.

Why Are You So Afraid? | Mark 4:35-41 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 04 Oct 2020 16:00:00 -0400

It is never just us you and the earthquake or just me and the waves; there is always Jesus. The more we know Him the more we cry out, "Who is this that even the wind and waves obey him?"

Whoever Has Ears to Hear | Mark 4:1-25 Gene Curtis

Sun, 27 Sep 2020 16:00:00 -0400

The Bible isn't a riddle, it's a revelation; it is not given to confuse, but rather to enlighten.

All in the Family | Mark 3:13-35

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Those who do the will of God... that's our family.

Identifying with the Disciples | Gene Curtis - the book of Mark

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Faith is a process. Even Jesus' disciples struggles to get to the point where they followed Him to Jerusalem. Our own faith is a process and God is patient as we struggle and grow and learn to follow Him.

August Series Wrap Up | Gene Curtis - John 17:20-23; Ephesians 6:10-12

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 16:00:00 -0400

The most effective testimony of Jesus is the unity of the Church. Let us truly love our neighbor by living out the unity Jesus died to create and live with and love our neighbors as ones who are lost and loved by Christ.

And Your Assignment Is... | Psalm 23 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Psalm 23... the greatest expression of trust in all of the Old Testament. Reclaim this 'oldy but goody' during our current season of life.

OK Church, Where Are We Going?

Sun, 23 Aug 2020 16:00:00 -0400

The least, the last and the lost... ALL made in God's image. Are you willing to invite your neighbor, who is different from you, into your tribe?

Breaking Down Walls | Gary Gaddini, Lead Pastor at Peninsula Covenant Church in Redwood City, CA

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 16:00:00 -0400

What might it do for you and for your neighbor if you scaled the fence between you and hopped over to the other side?

Understanding Biases | Fred Douglas, Former Area Director of Portland Youth for Christ

Sun, 09 Aug 2020 16:00:00 -0400

When we are hopeful, we can move forward.

The Greatest of These is Love | Christy Wilson

Sun, 02 Aug 2020 16:00:00 -0400

A heart that is broken open and filled with the love that only comes from Jesus is a beautiful thing.

Living with Purpose: The Example of Daniel | Daniel 1-6 - Pastor Joel

Sun, 26 Jul 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Bow in worship to a false and lifeless statue? No thanks...not even if my life depended on it.

More Like Guidelines, Really | Mark 2:1-3:6 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Jul 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Rigidity keeps us from seeing Jesus as the living, breathing Word of God and reduces the passion of life-giving relationships into a performance of life-killing rituals.

The Greatest Thing Jesus Can Do For You | Mark 2:1-12 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Jul 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Which is the easier for Jesus: to heal a temporary body or forgive an eternal soul? For the paralytic man, to provide him with health or provide him with Heaven?

Coming to Jesus | Mark 1:40-45 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 Jun 2020 16:00:00 -0400

What's it like to feel clean, and whole and close to someone? That is the real 'come to Jesus' moment!

Racial Tensions & the Bible | Dr. Derek Chin, Multnomah University

Sun, 21 Jun 2020 16:00:00 -0400

During the month of August, MSCC will feature several different guest speakers that will address racial tension in our country and the Church. This message is just the beginning of our journey.

Staying the Course | Mark 1:35-39 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 14 Jun 2020 16:00:00 -0400

It's very difficult to keep doing a hard thing... day after day, month after month. Fighting temptation and the desire to give up. It'd be so much easier to turn around and go a different direction.

First Signs of Invasion | Mark 1:21-34 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Only a very thin facade needs to be pulled away from human decency before the ugly stuff is visible.

The Purpose of Parenting | Deuteronomy 6:6-9 - Jerry Beres

Sun, 31 May 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Sometimes the sound of our words gets drowned out by the volume of our actions. Want to point your kids to Jesus? Give 'em a little SHOW & TELL.

The Time Has Come | Mark 1:14-20 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 24 May 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus' first spoken words in the book of Mark caused a stirring among the people. What was all the fuss about? The gospel had been launched and it was time for them to make a choice about His kingdom.

Affirmation & Testing | Mark 1:9-13 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 May 2020 16:00:00 -0400

The baptism and the temptation of Jesus connect back to the Old Testament plans and promises of God - He would send His Spirit to live in us and dwell among us; to walk beside us in our own wilderness experiences. Will we trust Him with everything?

Mother's Day | Dr. Barbara Feil

Sun, 10 May 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Our relationship with our earthly mothers (or fathers) is imperfect at best and disastrous at its worst. Why? Because we are all broken and sinful. It is only with God that we can find a perfect and unbreakable attachment that surpasses anything here on earth.

A Voice in the Wilderness | Mark 1:1-8 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 03 May 2020 16:00:00 -0400

It had been 400 years without a word from God. Then a guy shows up, having come from the desert, wearing a strange coat and long hair, wild and untamed, proclaiming the arrival of a King. This was some kind of announcement for sure, but were the people ready to hear it?

The Way | John 14:1-6

Sun, 19 Apr 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus reminded His disciples before His departure into heaven to affirm and reflect on their faith in Him; trust and be confident of His love for them and be filled with hope, for He would return for them. Friends, this period of separation is only for a time and what a glorious day it will be when we unite, face to face, again.

What We Want | Psalm 42:1-3 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Our bodies always tell us when we're hungry. If yours is like most families, there's some debate about what everyone is hungry for. It's the classic ritual of trying to pick a place to eat away from home. Our souls are also hungry and we can feel it...but what are we hungry for? Our hunger may feel vague and a bit hard to describe but God understood our hunger perfectly and sent His Son Jesus so that we may know Him.

God Forsaken | Matthew 27:46; John 19:30 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 16:00:00 -0400

So this is the question: If our salvation cost Jesus his own life blood and abandonment by His Father, what more could we pay? If He proclaims, "It is finished," what more could we do?

Anger & Lust | Genesis 37 & 39 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 16:00:00 -0400

If anger or lust is on the menu, it is always for a party of one. They only work to separate and draw us away from the relationships God has placed in our lives.

Sloth & Gluttony | Amos 6:1-7 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 16:00:00 -0400

All sin is deadly if it goes unchecked and the sinner unrepentant. Don't let apathy for your neighbor or consumption of the wrong nourishment prevent you from growing in your relationship with the Lord.

Envy & Greed | Luke 12:13-21 - Josh Friberg

Sun, 08 Mar 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Let's face it - sin is playing the long game. It exists to alienate us from one another and separate us from God. Envy and greed make us ask the questions, "Why them? How come I didn't get that?" We frequent the the local 'Stuff Mart' for things to fill the space where God needs to reside. Be someone who knows what it is to desire the things of God, not the things of this world.

Pride & Vainglory | Luke 18:9-14 Gene Curtis

Sun, 01 Mar 2020 17:00:00 -0400

When the curtain comes down, the lights fade and the applause we craved dies away, there will be nothing left and the theater of our life will be empty. There's a reason its called 'vain' glory. In life, we get what we go after.

Coming of Age | Proverbs 20:29 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Feb 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Your life, though designed to be lived with a purpose given to you by God, is really just the title page at the beginning of a great book.

Body Language | Song of Songs 5:10-16; 7:1-9 Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Feb 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Love is an earthquake that changes the way we see ourselves and the way we see others. How delighted we can feel and how strong we can be is revealed when we hear ourselves addressed in love by one who truly loves us.

Broken Hallelujah | Song of Songs 3:1-2; 5:2,6 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Leonard Cohen's song, "Hallelujah" moves us deeply as it focuses on the reality of broken relationships. But it doesn't give up on them; it is a broken hallelujah, but it is still hallelujah. Praise the Lord for the relationships we can experience and for the hope we have in Jesus Christ.

Better Than Wine | Song of Songs 1:1-4 Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Why would God include the Song of Songs in the Scriptures if it did not express an essential message for us today?

Who Am I? | Psalm 139 - Jerry Beres

Sun, 26 Jan 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Known. Formed. Created with and for a purpose. Chosen. Loved. You are a child of God, that's who you are.

On Purpose | Acts 13:36 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 19 Jan 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Even for a champion of the faith like David, very few words were recorded in scripture upon his death. David had fulfilled God's purpose and plan for him in his own generation and then he died. What is God's purpose and plan for you? Could you write it down? Articulate it at all? At MSCC, we will strive to make 2020 the year we live life 'on purpose'.

What We Value - Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Jan 2020 17:00:00 -0400

"We will function by these values... or we won't exist." These were wise words from a businessman with a clear vision for his company. Every church can embody this system - living out values and beliefs with passion and courage, regardless of the consequences.

Roll Credits | Revelation 21 & 22 - Mike Allison

Sun, 05 Jan 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Since the fall of creation, God has known that we have a sin problem and we can't fix it on our own no matter how badly we want to. He says, "You are my people and I will be your God" and invites us into everlasting relationship. Let's take Him up on that offer.

I'll Be Back | Revelation 19:11-21 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 Dec 2019 17:00:00 -0400

The thing about Jesus is He is far more of everything than we can comprehend.

A Christmas Story | Revelation 12 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Dec 2019 17:00:00 -0400

This might not be quite the story you were expecting to hear.

The Scroll | Revelation 5 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 17:00:00 -0400

To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be blessing and honor and glory and might forever and ever. Amen.

The Gospel in the Church | Colossians 3:12-14 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Dec 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Putting on your clothes in the morning takes on a whole new meaning. Could you use help from Stacey & Clinton?

The Times They Are a-Changin' | Acts 10 & 15 | Jerry Beres

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Two cultures. Two ideas of how things should be done... and they are on a collision course.

The Jerusalem Church | Acts 3 & 4 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 Nov 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Jesus is the crux of the Christian message and the crux of the problem for those who oppose it. Not much has changed in 2000 years and unfortunately, "In Jesus' name" are fightin' words.

The Holy Spirit | Gene Curtis

Sun, 10 Nov 2019 17:00:00 -0400

When Jesus left the earth, the presence of God moved from being NEXT TO us to IN us. This is a game changer, for sure. The Spirit of God is now given not just to prophets and kings or folks tasked with a special job, but it is given to all people. The Holy Spirit is at work in the world and in all people's hearts and lives and circumstances, pointing them to Jesus and calling them to faith.

The Birthday of the Church | Acts 2:1-12 | Gene Curtis

Sun, 03 Nov 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Ripples | Acts 1:1-11 | Gene Curtis

Sun, 27 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0400

What we do in this life echoes in eternity. Much like the ripples that go out from the point where a child has tossed a pebble into the water... those ripples intersect with others and so on. When Jesus Christ created His church, He dropped a stone in the water and there have been ripples. Whether they reach the shore remains to be seen.

Too Good To Be True | Luke 24 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0400

In the eyes of the world, the end to our story - the greatest story ever told - just might seem too good to be true.

The Meaning of the Resurrection of Christ | 1 Corinthians 15; Romans 8

Sun, 13 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0400

"Before the throne of God above I have a strong and perfect plea The Great High Priest whose name is Love Who ever lives and pleads for me." Soak that in. Jesus is always interceding on our behalf. Because of His strong and perfect plea and His atoning sacrifice for our sins, the Father in heaven looks at us and says, "Because of what my Son has done for you, you are free to go, and I give you all the things in heaven."

The Death of Christ | Josh Friberg

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0400

When death tries to swallow the Author of Life, death can't contain it... doesn't understand that darkness cannot stand in the face of the Bringer of Light.

The New King - Matthew 21-22:14 | Jeremy Thom

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 16:00:00 -0400

It was a clear and majestic declaration, yet no words were spoken. And now we say, "Rejoice, our King is here."

The Way of the Cross - Matthew 16:21-27 | Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 16:00:00 -0400

Most of us won't be giving our lives for Jesus Christ in an epic, "going out in a blaze of glory" sort of way. We will lose our lives for Jesus in all the little things that seem like nothing, but really are everything.

I Will Build My Church - Matthew 16:13-20 | Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Sep 2019 16:00:00 -0400

Caearea Philippi was not a friendly place in the minds of the Jewish people. In fact, it was the "Sin City" of the ancient world, yet Jesus took His disciples there. Did even those 12 men, loyal followers of Jesus, need to decide once and for all to what and to whom they were giving their lives?

New Family Ties | Mark 3:13-35 | Gene Curtis

Sun, 01 Sep 2019 16:00:00 -0400

Finding a home full of brothers and sisters, mothers and fathers. My name is_______", they say. "And if you ever need_______". We cannot be the family of God without other people. Fill in the blanks.

Why the Bible? | 2 Peter 1:3-21

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 16:00:00 -0400

It isn't a myth or cleverly told story. It is a first-hand, personal and life-changing encounter that ignited the hearts of people to follow Jesus.

Why Read the Bible Regularly?

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 16:00:00 -0400

Are you an evangelist in your own church? Are you sold out for God's Word or do you just tip-toe through its pages? Do you dive in for the feast of a lifetime or do you just nibble around the edges and leave hungry?

Is the Bible Trustworthy? | Exodus

Sun, 04 Aug 2019 16:00:00 -0400

He redeems. He provides and He protects so that we can live in community with one another practicing love, faithfulness, generosity, justice and mercy.

New Relationships - The Sermon on the Mount | Matthew 5-7

Sun, 28 Jul 2019 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus did not come to abolish the Law and the Old Testament. If we think "I've got to do all these things and do them this way", we'll never get it right. Jesus tells us He will instead fulfill the law. God knows we aren't capable of perfection and He promises to cleanse our hearts of flesh and provide for our ultimate redemption.

The Message of Jesus | John 3 & 4

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 16:00:00 -0400

"You tell the truth... but not the whole truth," Jesus said to the Samaritan woman at the well. Why such a gentle approach? Because His purpose was to highlight her pain, not her sin. Jesus wanted to expose her real need - she thought she needed water to drink; but He knew that her thirst was much deeper.

The Baptism and Temptation of Jesus | Luke 3:21-4:13

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 18:47:24 -0400

Where Adam failed, Jesus succeeded. Where the nation of Israel failed, Jesus succeeded. Friends, where you and I have failed, Jesus has succeeded and He, the One undefeated by temptation, is our champion and our hope.

The Birth of Christ | Matthew 2; Luke 2

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 16:00:00 -0400

There's one problem with Christmas. We gear up, decorate, sing the carols, exchange the gifts then take down the decorations, put away the gifts and go on as before. For all the drama and festivity surrounding it, does the birth of that little baby - the Christ child - make any real difference in our lives?

Summary of the Old Testament | Exodus 34:6-7; Psalm 81:8-14

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 16:00:00 -0400

Our Creator/Redeemer God - full of mercy and grace, patient with failure and overflowing with an unwavering love shown to a thousand generations. But, also perfect and holy and waits for us to turn back to Him.

Harbona: The True Story of Esther

Sun, 09 Jun 2019 16:00:00 -0400

God's purpose and plans often do not make sense to us. Some advise? Just go with the flow.

Promise of a New King | Isaiah 9:6-7

Sun, 02 Jun 2019 16:00:00 -0400

Love someone that is unloved - that is the ultimate act of rebellion.

The Promises of Hope | Isaiah

Sun, 26 May 2019 16:00:00 -0400

God is the only one who is able to perform the sort of heart surgery we desperately need.

1...2...3... | 2 Kings 21-23

Sun, 19 May 2019 16:00:00 -0400

God has set before you blessings and cursings; life and death... choose life.

Missing the Point | Amos 4:4-13

Sun, 12 May 2019 16:00:00 -0400

The danger of coming to church is that we can replace a real, personal and daily relationship with God with a once-a-week check-up. In other words, God will ignore us in our Sunday morning worship if we ignore Him in our week.

Elijah and Elisha | 1 Kings 18-19; 2 Kings 6

Sun, 05 May 2019 16:00:00 -0400

When everything gracious and lovely and pure are corrupted by evil; when the tongues of the proud and mighty structure the earth and when the weak are constantly sacrificed on the altars of power. Even then, God has a plan.

The Rise of the Prophets | Ezekiel 1-3:15

Sun, 28 Apr 2019 16:00:00 -0400

If the role of the prophets is to speak God's Word, then the role of the people is to hear and respond to God's Word. Our relationship with God depends on it.

Resurrection Glow | Colossians 3:1-4

Sun, 21 Apr 2019 16:00:00 -0400

Being raised with Christ is the earthquake that relocates the center of your universe - it shakes you to the core and reorients your life.

What If? | 1 Kings

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 16:00:00 -0400

Good king...bad king. It doesn't matter because at the end of all things, every king and their countries will spiral down and face death as the consequence of their disobedience to God.

King David | 2 Samuel 23

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 16:00:00 -0400

What was so great about King David? Simple. He knew that he wasn't great.

God's Plan For Kingship | I Samuel 8-15

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 16:00:00 -0400

A king. That's what the people wanted. The trouble is, they did not want a king under Yahweh. They wanted a king instead of Yahweh.

Who's In Charge Here? | Judges

Sun, 24 Mar 2019 16:00:00 -0400

Israel, through all their disobedience and defiance, was still never more than an arm's length from their Savior.

Joshua and the Promised Land | Joshua

Sun, 17 Mar 2019 16:00:00 -0400

Physical destruction, even as part of divine judgement, does not determine a person's eternal destiny.

Before the Throne of God | Leviticus 16: 22,30

Sun, 10 Mar 2019 16:00:00 -0400

God has purposefully removed the barriers so that all who are OUT can now be IN.

The Story Continues... | Exodus 32-34

Sun, 03 Mar 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Israel did it back then. We still do it today... we've blown it. But there is great intercession and magnificent mercy - forgiveness of every sin and every rebellion.

Ten Words That Free Us | Exodus 19-20

Sun, 24 Feb 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Leaving room for good things to run wild. Yes, please.

Let My People Go | Exodus 5-15

Sun, 17 Feb 2019 17:00:00 -0400

The ten plagues... the Red Sea. These events were crafted by God Himself to be so monumental and awesome as to be unforgettable in memory and the life of Israel.

Israel In Egypt | Exodus 1-3

Sun, 10 Feb 2019 17:00:00 -0400

God has many titles, but only one Name.

Joseph and His Brothers | Genesis 37-50

Sun, 03 Feb 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Transformation, reconciliation... salvation is hard work. And friends, God is not in a hurry.

The Promise Keeper | Genesis 12-22

Sun, 27 Jan 2019 17:00:00 -0400

If you want a perfect definition of the word "faith", look at the story of Abraham. Webster's version has nothing on him.

The Human Rebellion | Genesis 3-11

Sun, 20 Jan 2019 17:00:00 -0400

When humans seize autonomy from God and try to define good and evil for themselves, it results in a world of tragedy and death.

The Way It Was Meant To Be - Genesis 2

Sun, 13 Jan 2019 20:00:00 -0400

It wasn't meant to be the way it is right now. Genesis 2 explains all.

In The Beginning | Genesis 1

Sun, 06 Jan 2019 20:00:00 -0400

So begins the LOVE THIS BOOK series for 2019.

Further Up and Further In

Sun, 30 Dec 2018 17:00:00 -0400

R.I.P | Matthew 1:17

Sun, 23 Dec 2018 17:00:00 -0400

There is so much more to the end of life than a headstone.

Waiting | Matthew 1

Sun, 16 Dec 2018 17:00:00 -0400

All In The Family | Matthew 1:1-7

Sun, 09 Dec 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Real Hope | Matthew 1

Sun, 02 Dec 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Hope is Jesus Christ is not wishful thinking. It is absolute certainty.

Redemption Wonder | 6 of 6 in WOW:

Sun, 18 Nov 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Hosea 1-3

Everyday Wonder | 5 of 6 in WOW: Wide -Eyed Wonder Series

Sun, 11 Nov 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Ecclesiastes

Holy Wonder | 3 of 6 in WOW: Wide-EyYed Wonder Series

Sun, 21 Oct 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Exodus 19-21; Hebrews 12:18-24

Tortured Man | 2 of 6 in WOW: Wide-Eyed Wonder Series

Sun, 14 Oct 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Genesis 2-3

Cosmic Wonder | 1 of 6 in WOW: Wide-Eyed Wonder Series

Sun, 07 Oct 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Genesis 1

To Serve or Be Served? That Is The Question | 4 of 4 in Entrusted: Being Faithful With God's Gifts Series

Sun, 30 Sep 2018 16:00:00 -0400

various scriptures

Money, It's Complicated | 3 of 4 in Entrusted: Being Faithful with God's Gifts Series

Sun, 23 Sep 2018 16:00:00 -0400

ll Kings 5

Killing Time | 2 of 4 in Entrusted: Being Faithful With God's Gifts Series

Sun, 16 Sep 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Psalm 90

What Do I Do Now? | 1 of 4 in Entrusted: Being Faithful With God's Gifts Series

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Matthew 25:14-30

WOW moments/Summer wrap up | Proverbs / Ecclesiastes -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Sep 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Wonder Camp sharing… | Proverbs -- Gene Curtis / Kevin Penner

Sun, 26 Aug 2018 16:00:00 -0400

The Theater of God's Glory | Sarah Ball, Ph.D.

Sun, 19 Aug 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Physics | -- Shannon Mayer, Ph.D.

Sun, 12 Aug 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Introduction | Psalms 19 -- Mike Gurney

Sun, 05 Aug 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Your Gift Means More … | Philippians 4:10-20 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 29 Jul 2018 16:00:00 -0400

A Beautiful Mind | Philippians 4:8-9 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Jul 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Why Pray When You Can Worry | Philippians 4:4-7 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Jul 2018 16:00:00 -0400

No Title | Philippians 4:2-3 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 01 Jul 2018 16:00:00 -0400

No Regrets | Philippians 3:12-4:1 -- Jeremy Thom

Sun, 24 Jun 2018 16:00:00 -0400

I Can Only Imagine | Luke 1:17 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 Jun 2018 16:00:00 -0400

What's On Your Resume'? | Philippians 3:1-11 -- Brian Wilson

Sun, 10 Jun 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Letter of Recommendation | Philippians 2:19-30 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 03 Jun 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Hard Work | Philippians 2:12-18 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 27 May 2018 16:00:00 -0400

A Perfect Example | Philippians 2:5-11 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 20 May 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Attitude Adjustment | Philippians 2:1-5 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 13 May 2018 16:00:00 -0400

What the Pastor Wants to Hear | Philippians 1:27-30 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 May 2018 16:00:00 -0400

What Really Matters | Philippians 1:12-26 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 Apr 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Too Good To Be True | Luke 24:36-53 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Apr 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Surprise for Supper | Luke 24:13-35 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Apr 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Easter | -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 01 Apr 2018 16:00:00 -0400

From Amazement to Murder | Luke 4:13-30 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 25 Mar 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Helpless But Not Hopeless | Luke 9:37-45 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 18 Mar 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Sharing WOW Moments | Exodus 15:11 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 11 Mar 2018 16:00:00 -0400

Safe in the Storm | Luke 8:22-25 -- Brian Wilson

Sun, 04 Mar 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Faith That WOWS Jesus | Luke 7:1-10 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 25 Feb 2018 17:00:00 -0400

More Like Guidelines, Really | Luke 5:17-6:11 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 18 Feb 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Life Together | -- Gene & Nancy Curtis

Sun, 11 Feb 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Missing the Good Stuff | Luke 4:31-44 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 04 Feb 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Intro/May I Never Lose The Wonder | Psalms 9; Isaiah 53 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 Jan 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Intro/God of Wonder | Exodus 15:11 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 21 Jan 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Intro/Living Dangerously | Psalms 42:1-2 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 17:00:00 -0400

"Waiting" | Luke 2:22-40 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 07 Jan 2018 17:00:00 -0400

Series: Wonder - Where's the Wonder? | Luke 2:8-20 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 24 Dec 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Series: Wonder - Drum Roll, Please... | Luke 2:1-7 - Brian Wilson

Sun, 17 Dec 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Series: Wonder - The Dawn is Coming | Luke 1 - Mike Allison

Sun, 10 Dec 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Series: Wonder - Preparing for Wonder | Genesis 18:1-15 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 03 Dec 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Series: Proof of Life - A God for All Seasons | James 5:13-20

Sun, 26 Nov 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Series: Proof of Life - Wait for it... | James 5:1-12 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 19 Nov 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Series: Proof of Life - Playing God Pt. 2 | James 4:13-17 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Nov 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Series: Proof of Life - Playing God Pt. 1 | James 4:11-17 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Nov 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Series: Proof of Life - The Way of the World | James 4:4-10 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 Oct 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Grace Ministries Thailand | -- Charles Harvey

Sun, 22 Oct 2017 16:00:00 -0400

The Pursuit of Pleasure | James 3:1-12 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Oct 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Two Kinds of Wisdom | James 3:13-18 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Oct 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Taming the Untamable | James 3:1-12 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 01 Oct 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Finding Our Excuse For Being Born | Luke 14:25-35 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 Sep 2017 16:00:00 -0400

As You Go | Matthew 28:16-20 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 10 Sep 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Guide Others | Colossians 1:28 -- Joel Vermillion

Sun, 03 Sep 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Ministry | Mark 6 -- Ed Underwood

Sun, 20 Aug 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Community | -- Dane Tornell

Sun, 13 Aug 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Authority | Genesis 3 -- Todd Miles

Sun, 06 Aug 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Truth | -- Paul Colligan

Sun, 30 Jul 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Making the Lord's Name Famous | Isaiah 12:3-5 -- Joel Vermillion

Sun, 23 Jul 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Actions Speak Louder Than Words | James 2:14-26 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 09 Jul 2017 16:00:00 -0400

The Little Things | James 2:8-13 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Jul 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Favoritism | James 2:1-7 -- Josh Friberg

Sun, 25 Jun 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Religious? | James 1:26-27 -- Jeremy Thom

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 16:00:00 -0400

How to Listen to a Sermon | James 1:21-25 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 11 Jun 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Desiring God | James 1:12-18 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 04 Jun 2017 16:00:00 -0400

The Way of Wisdom | James 1:5-11 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 May 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Count it All Joy | James 1:1-4 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 21 May 2017 16:00:00 -0400

When We can Do No More | Genesis 27; Exodus 2 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 14 May 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Before We Die… | Acts 13:36 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 07 May 2017 16:00:00 -0400

The Real Life Story | selected scriptures -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 30 Apr 2017 16:00:00 -0400

The Great Drama | Revelation 11:1-14 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Apr 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Not Abandoned | Psalms 16 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Apr 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Psalm 22 | -- Mike Allison

Sun, 09 Apr 2017 16:00:00 -0400

The Pain and the Promise | Psalms 41 -- Brian Wilson

Sun, 02 Apr 2017 16:00:00 -0400

What We Were Meant To Be | Psalms 8 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 26 Mar 2017 16:00:00 -0400

The Priest-King | Psalms 110 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Psalm 45 | -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 16:00:00 -0400

Kiss the Son | Psalms 2 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 17:00:00 -0400

The Great Reversal | Ezekiel 37:1-4 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 26 Feb 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Why Does God Save Sinners? | Ezekiel 36:24-30 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 19 Feb 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Dancing in the Minefields | Song of Solomon 5:12 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Feb 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Faith And Action | Exodus 2-4 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 05 Feb 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Fear, Then Faith | Exodus 2-4 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 29 Jan 2017 17:00:00 -0400

The Enemy | Genesis 12:10-20 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Jan 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Letting Go | Genesis 12:1-9 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Jan 2017 17:00:00 -0400

Looking Back – Looking Forward Sharing | selected scriptures -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 17:00:00 -0400

A Christmas Carol: Part Two

Sun, 25 Dec 2016 20:00:00 -0400

A Christmas Carol: Part One

Sun, 18 Dec 2016 20:00:00 -0400

Great Expectations | Isaiah 9:1-7 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 04 Dec 2016 17:00:00 -0400

Giving Thanks | -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 27 Nov 2016 17:00:00 -0400

The Jealous God | Ezekiel 8, 14:1-11 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Nov 2016 17:00:00 -0400

The Good Shepherd | Ezekiel 34 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 13 Nov 2016 17:00:00 -0400

The Blame Game | Ezekiel 18 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Nov 2016 17:00:00 -0400

The Stories We Tell | Ezekiel 16 (20, 23) -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 30 Oct 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Theater of the Doomed | Ezekiel 3:12-5:17 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Oct 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Eat This Book | Ezekiel 1-3:15 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Oct 2016 16:00:00 -0400

By the River Chebar | Ezekiel -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 09 Oct 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Living On Purpose: A Life Story | selected scriptures -- Jerry Beres/Joyce Pruyn

Sun, 02 Oct 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Christmas in September | Hebrews 11:13-12:3 -- Mike Allison/Kristina Thom

Sun, 25 Sep 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Our Heavenly Father: Artist Extraordinaire | Isaiah 64:8; 2 Corinthians 4:6-7 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 18 Sep 2016 16:00:00 -0400

The Calling of the Believer | selected scriptures -- Mike Allison

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 16:00:00 -0400

The Purpose of the Church | Matthew 28:16-20 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 04 Sep 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Helping the Needy | -- Steve Pringle

Sun, 21 Aug 2016 16:00:00 -0400

6 Principles for Thinking Politically | selected scriptures -- Mike Gurney

Sun, 14 Aug 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Gov't & Why Christians Need To Be Involved | -- Scott Wright

Sun, 07 Aug 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Nepal Medical Mission Update | selected scriptures -- Dave & Jenny Kim

Sun, 31 Jul 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Eccentric Employer | Matthew 20:1-16 -- Craig Hammond

Sun, 24 Jul 2016 16:00:00 -0400

The Wanderer | Matthew 18:12-14 -- Jeremy Thom

Sun, 10 Jul 2016 16:00:00 -0400

The Outrageous Father | Luke 15:11-24 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 03 Jul 2016 16:00:00 -0400

What To Do With God's Word | Luke 8:1-21 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 26 Jun 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Turning Hearts | Malachi 4:5-6 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 19 Jun 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Be Ready | Matthew 25:14-28 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Jun 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Grieving With Hope | selected scriptures -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 05 Jun 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Good Grief | 2 Samuel 1:17-27 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 May 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Remembering Jerry | John 11 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 May 2016 16:00:00 -0400

The Promise Kept | Acts 2:1-41 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 15 May 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Walking in Wisdom | Colossians 4:5-6 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 08 May 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Math is a Participatory Sport | Colossians 4:2-4 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 01 May 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Series: Colossians: Christ is Enough - The Secret | Colossians 3 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 24 Apr 2016 16:00:00 -0400

New Clothes | Colossians 3:12-17 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 16:00:00 -0400

No Pity | Colossians 3:5-11 -- Jeremy Thom

Sun, 10 Apr 2016 16:00:00 -0400

People of the Resurrection | Colossians 3:1-4 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 03 Apr 2016 16:00:00 -0400

What We Want | Psalms 42:1-3 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 27 Mar 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Bad Friday | Mark 15 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Warning: Legalism Zone Ahead | Colossians 2:16-23 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 13 Mar 2016 16:00:00 -0400

Freedom: Beyond Beer & Bacon | Colossians 2:6-15 -- Brian Wilson

Sun, 06 Mar 2016 17:00:00 -0400

I Know We Have Never Met, But… | Colossians 1:24-2:5 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 Feb 2016 17:00:00 -0400

A Firm Foundation | Colossians 1:21-23 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 21 Feb 2016 17:00:00 -0400

Communication 101 | Proverbs 18:13 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 14 Feb 2016 17:00:00 -0400

All Things | Colossians 12:18-20 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 07 Feb 2016 17:00:00 -0400

DO You Know Who That Is? | Colossians 1:15-17 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 17:00:00 -0400

What's Next for MSCC? | Colossians 1:9-14 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 24 Jan 2016 17:00:00 -0400

Something More | Colossians 1:1-8 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 Jan 2016 17:00:00 -0400

Enemy of the State | Matthew 2:1-18 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 10 Jan 2016 17:00:00 -0400

Series: (Advent)ure - The Eye of the Storm | Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Dec 2015 17:00:00 -0400

Series: (Advent)ure - 2nd Advent: Prepare for Glory | Colossians 3:1-3-- Gene Curtis

Sun, 13 Dec 2015 17:00:00 -0400

Series: (Advent)ure - Anticipation | Isaiah 6:1-7 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 06 Dec 2015 17:00:00 -0400

Series: (Advent)ure - Advent Laughter | Genesis 21:17 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 Nov 2015 17:00:00 -0400

Series: Strangers on Earth: Being the Church in a Changing Culture | Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 17:00:00 -0400

The Red Cup | John 17:20-23 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Nov 2015 17:00:00 -0400

Isn't Love Enough? | John 14:15 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Nov 2015 17:00:00 -0400

The Church & Homosexuality | -- Brad Harper

Sun, 01 Nov 2015 17:00:00 -0400

Agents of Reconciliation | 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 -- Roger Trautman

Sun, 25 Oct 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Biblical Sexuality | Song of Songs -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 18 Oct 2015 16:00:00 -0400

How Firm a Foundation | various -- Joel Vermillion

Sun, 11 Oct 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Playing with Fire | Genesis 19 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 04 Oct 2015 16:00:00 -0400

You Shall Not Pass | Daniel 3 & 6 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 27 Sep 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Participation, not Assimilation | Daniel 1 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Sep 2015 16:00:00 -0400

The Growth Zone | Mark 6, John 8 -- Joel Vermillion

Sun, 13 Sep 2015 16:00:00 -0400

MSCC Logo: What Do You See? | Psalms 23 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Sep 2015 16:00:00 -0400

The Greatest Adventure | Proverbs 3:5-6 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 30 Aug 2015 16:00:00 -0400

The Web | -- Jay Held

Sun, 23 Aug 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Facebook | -- Scott Lindsley

Sun, 16 Aug 2015 16:00:00 -0400

LinkedIn | -- Mark Morse

Sun, 09 Aug 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Instagram | -- Eva Cruz Pena

Sun, 02 Aug 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Judgement Day Surprises | Matthew 25:31-46 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 26 Jul 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Christians Have Talent | Matthew 24:14-30 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Jul 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Be Ready | Matthew 24:36-25:13 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Jul 2015 16:00:00 -0400

The Prerequisites for Jesus' Return | Matthew 24:1-25 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 Jun 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Reflecting the Ultimate Father | -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 21 Jun 2015 16:00:00 -0400

The Fellowship of the… | Acts 2:42-47 -- Jeremy Thom

Sun, 14 Jun 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Keeping Up With the Josephs | Acts 4:36-5:11 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 07 Jun 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Eating Together | Acts 2:42-47 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 31 May 2015 16:00:00 -0400

What Does This Mean? | Acts 2:1-12 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 24 May 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Your Mission, Should You Choose… | Matthew 28:16-20 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 17 May 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Tribute | 2 Timothy 1:5 -- Various

Sun, 10 May 2015 16:00:00 -0400

50 Days of Joy Series | -- Mike Allison

Sun, 03 May 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Now What? | Luke 24, Acts 1 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 26 Apr 2015 16:00:00 -0400

The Presence of Jesus | John14:15-24 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 19 Apr 2015 16:00:00 -0400

The Absence of Jesus | John 13:31-14:4 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Apr 2015 16:00:00 -0400

The Announcement | Matthew 28:1-15 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Apr 2015 16:00:00 -0400

The Irony of the Cross | Matthew 27:27-66 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 29 Mar 2015 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus' Last Night | Matthew 26:17-56 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 15 Mar 2015 16:00:00 -0400

A Shining Moment | Matthew 26:1-16 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Mar 2015 16:00:00 -0400

A New Path to Walk | Ephesians 2:1-10 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 01 Mar 2015 17:00:00 -0400

Jesus' Final Exam | Matthew 22:15-46 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Feb 2015 17:00:00 -0400

Winners and Losers | Matthew 20:17-34 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Feb 2015 17:00:00 -0400

20th Anniversary Celebration - Part 2 | Joshua 4:4-9 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 01 Feb 2015 17:00:00 -0400

20th Anniversary Celebration - Part 1 | Joshua 4:4-9 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 01 Feb 2015 17:00:00 -0400

The Last and the First | Matthew 19:12-20:16 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 25 Jan 2015 17:00:00 -0400

Trick Question | Matthew 19:1-12 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 18 Jan 2015 17:00:00 -0400

Nothing is Impossible | Luke 1:37 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 11 Jan 2015 17:00:00 -0400

The First Sign | John 2:1-11 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 04 Jan 2015 17:00:00 -0400

Believing Again | Luke 2:8-10 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 28 Dec 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Meeting the Family | Matthew 1 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 21 Dec 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Therefore I Will Wait | Lamentations 3 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 14 Dec 2014 17:00:00 -0400

The Weakest Strong Man You've Ever Seen | Judges 13-16 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 07 Dec 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Legends of the Fall | Isaiah 59:9-11 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 30 Nov 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Friendly Fire | Proverbs 27:5-6 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Nov 2014 17:00:00 -0400

The Farmyard, Forgiveness and the Defeat of Evil | The Book of the Dun Cow -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Nov 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Outlandish Forgiveness | Matthew 18:21-35 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 09 Nov 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Restoring the Wanderer | Matthew 18:12-20 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Nov 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Narcissus and Jesus | Matthew 18:6-10 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 26 Oct 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Descending into Greatness | Matthew 18:1-4 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 19 Oct 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Jesus and the I.R.S. | Matthew 17:22-27 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 12 Oct 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Coming Down the Mountain | -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Oct 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Great Expectations |Mike Allison

Sun, 28 Sep 2014 16:00:00 -0400

It is Necessary | Matthew 16:21-27 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 21 Sep 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Speaking Up | Matthew 16:13-20 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 14 Sep 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Adventures in Faith - Sharing | -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 07 Sep 2014 16:00:00 -0400

A Company of Heroes | 2 Samuel 23 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 31 Aug 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Technology | -- Jelani Greenidge

Sun, 17 Aug 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Relationships | -- Tony Kriz

Sun, 10 Aug 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Sexuality | -- Blake Williams

Sun, 03 Aug 2014 16:00:00 -0400

The Mystery of the Seven Loaves of Bread | Matthew 15:29-39 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 13 Jul 2014 16:00:00 -0400

In a Foreign Land | Matthew 15:21-28 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 06 Jul 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Speaking from the Heart | Matthew 15:1-20 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 29 Jun 2014 16:00:00 -0400

A Man of Faith and Fear | Genesis 12:10-20 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 22 Jun 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Faith and Fear | Matthew 14:22-33 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 08 Jun 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Dinner in the Desert | Matthew 14:13-21 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 01 Jun 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Service: Out House | various -- Joel Vermillion

Sun, 25 May 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Service: In House | various -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 18 May 2014 16:00:00 -0400

A Tale of Two Mothers | Genesis 16 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 11 May 2014 16:00:00 -0400

The Heart of Service | Matthew 22:37-39 -- Joel Vermillion

Sun, 04 May 2014 16:00:00 -0400

We Had Hoped . . . | Luke 24:13-35 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 27 Apr 2014 16:00:00 -0400

The Reason for our Stories | Revelation 1:17-18 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 20 Apr 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Master of Divinity | John 13:1-17, Philippians 2:5-11 -- Mike Allison

Sun, 13 Apr 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Great Expectations | Matthew 14:1-13a -- Mike Allison

Sun, 06 Apr 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Your Picture of Jesus | Matthew 13:53-58 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 30 Mar 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Hidden Treasure | Matthew 13:44-46 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Mar 2014 16:00:00 -0400

What About the Weeds? | Matthew 13:24-43 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Mar 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Use it or Lose it | Matthew 13:1-23 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 09 Mar 2014 16:00:00 -0400

Tender Warrior | Matthew 12 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Mar 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Finding True Rest for Your Soul | Matthew 11:25-30 -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 23 Feb 2014 17:00:00 -0400

What Did You Expect? | Matthew 11:1-24 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Feb 2014 17:00:00 -0400

A Good Way to Die | Mark 8:31-38 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Feb 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Family Serving Family | various -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 26 Jan 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Going Away Sad | Mark 10:17-27 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 19 Jan 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Identity Thief | various -- Jerry Beres

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 17:00:00 -0400

A Company of Heroes | Revelation 12 -- Gene Curtis

Sun, 05 Jan 2014 17:00:00 -0400

Stronger Than Death | Song of Songs 8:1-14 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 09 Mar 2003 17:00:00 -0400

The Remedy for Love | Song of Songs 5:2-7:13 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 23 Feb 2003 17:00:00 -0400

The Secret Garden | Song of Songs 3:6-5:1 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 16 Feb 2003 17:00:00 -0400

The Ecstasy and Agony of Love | Song of Songs 2:8-3:5 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 09 Feb 2003 17:00:00 -0400

The Art of Falling in Love | Song of Songs 1:1-2:7 - Gene Curtis

Sun, 02 Feb 2003 17:00:00 -0400