Sunday, December 29, 2019
The Resurrection (Part 2)
When God opened the disciples’ understanding, they realized that Jesus had been destined for the cross, and had to shed that divine blood, for the forgiveness of sin. Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From December 29, 2019
Sunday, December 22, 2019
Coals for Christmas
We’re empowered to re-gift forgiveness only if and when we see it as gratitude for the greatest gracious gift ever bestowed on us. From December 22, 2019
Sunday, December 8, 2019
Weaving the Word #120: Dirty Mouths
Anyone can spot a flaw; no special talent is required. But, confronting and dealing with sin in a merciful, loving, humble, understanding way, now that’s a gift! From December 8, 2019
Sunday, December 1, 2019
The Resurrection
Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection have redeemed us. And our redemption comes simply from our faith that Christ has done this, plus nothing! Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From December 1, 2019
Sunday, November 24, 2019
Give It Up
Give and get. Give and get. It’s what we do with our lives. And the Bible points out the Golden purpose - to give as good as you get. Guest speaker: Noah Richards. From November 24, 2019
Sunday, November 17, 2019
Weaving the Word #119: Hypocritical Surmisers
Surmising is supposing without verification. Discerning is perceiving with good judgment. Quite often we’re surmising when we think we’re discerning. From November 17, 2019
Sunday, November 10, 2019
Weaving the Word #118: Choosing to Forgive
When we confess our daily dirt, and allow Jesus to wash us with His Word, we’re empowered to grow in our ability to forgive all those who trespass against us. From November 10, 2019
Sunday, November 3, 2019
Weaving the Word #117: Choosing to Love
Why did Jesus choose “a devil” to be a disciple (John 6:70)? He didn’t love to receive love, but to shine a light on love. From November 3, 2019
Sunday, October 27, 2019
A Marriage Made in Heaven
God created marriage to walk in a loving relationship, yoked with Christ and yoked together. So God ordained a recipe for how a marriage made in Heaven works. Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From October 27, 2019
Sunday, October 20, 2019
Out of Order
Real obedience is order; it’s a way of putting yourself in the right place. But refusing to be where you are ordered to be keeps EVERYTHING out of order. Guest speaker: Noah Richards. From October 20, 2019
Sunday, October 13, 2019
Weaving the Word #116: To Be Continued
The way we use the New Testament without putting in the OT is a chronic problem, because the NT without the OT is just a wannabe. From October 13, 2019
Sunday, October 6, 2019
Weaving the Word #115: The Bread From Heaven
Jesus isn’t just bread, He’s like restaurant bread! The kind that, when you start eating it, makes you sorry you ordered anything else! From October 6, 2019
Sunday, September 29, 2019
Who Was the Creator? Who Is the Perfect Church?
The only way we can be the perfect church, the holy church, is Christ in us. So when God looks on us, all He sees is the works of His Son, and we’ll be righteous in the sight of God. Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From September 29, 2019
Sunday, September 22, 2019
In His Image (Part 2)
The state of mankind at the time of the flood proved that we can’t function on conscience alone. We need the Word of God: our instruction book, our playbook. Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From September 22, 2019
Sunday, September 15, 2019
Shadow of Doubt
The light of Truth reveals how dim you are, because without it you can’t know what you don’t know. If you want your life to stay lit, just add Jesus! Guest speaker: Noah Richards. From September 15, 2019
Sunday, September 8, 2019
Weaving the Word #114: The Bread of Life
Whatever trial, hurdle, test, or disaster you’re facing; the truest, deepest, answer lies in knowing God’s Word for yourself. From September 8, 2019
Sunday, September 1, 2019
Weaving the Word #113: That Sinking Feeling
Faith is all about taking that first step, building confidence, and keeping your eyes on Jesus. The critical factor in faith isn’t its size, but its object. From September 1, 2019
Sunday, August 25, 2019
In His Image
In scripture, “the heart” refers to the invisible part of us (the soul, the mind, the will) that is made in the image of God. Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From August 25, 2019
Sunday, August 18, 2019
Bullseye
“Perfect” isn’t just about accomplishing, it’s also about attempting. Practice is just missing with purpose! And if you’re practicing, you’re not getting worse! Guest speaker: Noah Richards. From August 18, 2019
Sunday, August 11, 2019
Weaving the Word #112: Feeding His Flock
Your heart needs to know just how far our sad little “Lunchables” can go, when we give them to God with faith and thanksgiving. From August 11, 2019
Sunday, August 4, 2019
Weaving the Word #111: The Rest of the Race
Trying to control a world that runs on chaos is exhausting. So let it go, and listen, and rest: in this world and in His Word. From August 4, 2019
Sunday, July 28, 2019
The Power of God
When you say “yes” to Christ; when you put your faith in His works and have salvation, your spirit is connected to God and you can commune. Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From July 28, 2019
Sunday, July 21, 2019
Child’s Play
The Rubik’s cube, like everything else in creation, somehow declares God! When you follow the instructions, every mixed cube can be solved in 20 moves or less. Guest speaker: Noah Richards. From July 21, 2019
Sunday, July 14, 2019
Weaving the Word #110: Cleaned Up With Hyssop
Why does God like a broken and crushed heart? It’s the only kind He can heal. It’s like resetting an improperly mended broken leg. From July 14, 2019
Sunday, July 7, 2019
Weaving the Word #109: Holy Manna Towla’
Want to battle stagnation with the sword of the Lord? Then you just run in His Word every day. And let His Spirit fill all those holes in your head. From July 7, 2019
Sunday, June 30, 2019
What Difference Does It Make?
What’s the difference between someone who says, “I believe in God” and someone who says, “I believe God”? Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From June 30, 2019
Sunday, June 23, 2019
God Will Wrestle With You
If you made the decision to follow Christ and make Him your Lord, He will wrestle with you. Because He’s not going to leave you where you’re at; He’ll transform you! Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From June 23, 2019
Sunday, June 16, 2019
Weaving the Word #108: Manna Bred Worms
The Lord will give gifts to see what we’ll do with them. And, He’ll withhold them at times for the very same reason. It’s all for our eternal best. From June 16, 2019
Sunday, June 9, 2019
Weaving the Word #107: Bird Blood Worm
If our worm doesn’t die, we can’t live. But, when our towla’ died, both blood and water came from His side, to cover our sin, and extinguish the flames! From June 9, 2019
Sunday, June 2, 2019
Weaving the Word #106: Clothed On & In Christ
Why don’t we want to face what we really clothe ourselves in? Maybe because it gets us too close to facing what actually is. From June 2, 2019
Sunday, May 26, 2019
Meltdown (Part 2)
It’s so important in the midst of our frustrations to let go of our expectations ... even when God gives us a victory. Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From May 26, 2019
Sunday, May 19, 2019
Weaving the Word #105: Bird Blood Plague
The better our grasp on the plague of our own heart, the clearer we can see what we need to do, and the stronger we’ll desire to follow it through! From May 19, 2019
Sunday, May 12, 2019
Weaving the Word #104: Bird Blood House
We’re made of dust; and to dust we return. We must cling to Christ or we’ll cling to the dust; because, the dust clings to us; and, we can’t shake it off on our own. From May 12, 2019
Sunday, May 5, 2019
Weaving the Word #103: Bird Blood Bath
God chose leprous sores to symbolize sin. Ravaging body, mind, and soul. The only big difference between leprosy and sin is, nobody willingly invites leprosy in! From May 5, 2019
Sunday, April 28, 2019
Listen Up
It’s easy to miss a small comment if it doesn’t seem like a big deal … and miss the meaning of a word in plain sight. We must pay attention to know others’ intention! Guest speaker: Noah Richards. From April 28, 2019
Sunday, April 21, 2019
The Big Picture (Easter Sunday)
He must increase, and I must decrease. We all assume that we see Jesus clearly … until, that is, we decrease, and give Him more to work with, and we see more clearly. From April 21, 2019
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Weaving the Word #102: Putting His Foot Down
We’re not here to avoid pain; but, to crush it! When the enemy takes aim, our Firewall puts His foot down. From April 14, 2019
Sunday, April 7, 2019
Weaving the Word #101: Divided Attention
There is unbelievable relief when we’re set free from divided attention. You can’t be torn apart if you’re pulled in one direction. From April 7, 2019
Sunday, March 31, 2019
Meltdown (Part 1)
Meltdown is deeper and broader than burnout. And like Elijah, we often don’t see it coming. Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From March 31, 2019
Sunday, March 24, 2019
A Titanic Problem (Part 4)
So frequently when the Lord shows up and begins to speak to us, He doesn’t talk to us about where we are, He talks about where He wants to take us. Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From March 24, 2019
Sunday, March 17, 2019
Understanding Overcoming
By itself, knowledge gets you nowhere. It’s the practice that makes you perfect. Guest speaker: Noah Richards. From March 17, 2019
Sunday, March 10, 2019
Weaving the Word #100: The Father’s Form
How do you play hide-and-seek with an invisible Dad? If you haven’t found Him, it doesn’t mean He isn’t there. From March 10, 2019
Sunday, March 3, 2019
Weaving the Word #99: Jesus’ Testimony
How would you like your pain? Our choice is between the long-term pain of living a lie, and the short-term pain of facing the truth that brings relief. From March 3, 2019
Sunday, February 24, 2019
A Titanic Problem (Part 3)
When life’s difficulties make us say to God, “I can’t”, we just need to add one word: “nevertheless.” Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From February 24, 2019
Sunday, February 17, 2019
Overcoming Understanding
There is a constant cloud of frustration that hangs silently over our hearts and minds. And it comes from not understanding what we know. Guest speaker: Noah Richards. From February 17, 2019
Sunday, February 10, 2019
Extra Special
You are the ultimate reality show! So, what kind of character are you and the Author creating together? From February 10, 2019
Sunday, February 3, 2019
A Titanic Problem (Part 2)
Why does God put us on hold? Because it’s one of the greatest tools God has for shaping us into the image of His Son. Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From February 3, 2019
Sunday, January 27, 2019
A Titanic Problem
When the integrity of the Titanic’s hull was compromised, it was doomed. Likewise, we can be sailing along through life, but when our integrity is damaged, we will sink. Guest speaker: Larry Wersen. From January 27, 2019
Sunday, January 20, 2019
So Help Me God
Total truth is irrefutable! Jesus never “argued” with people; He ended arguments with scripture, because His doctrine was sound and His truth was total. Guest speaker: Noah Richards. From January 20, 2019
Sunday, January 13, 2019
Weaving the Word #98: Here Comes the Judge
What’ll it be? Would you like to forfeit your grace and continue in condemnation, or receive your pardon in full? From January 13, 2019
Sunday, January 6, 2019
Weaving the Word #97: Every Effort
At the end of God’s great act of creation He said, “It is finished,” and He could rest. And, on the cross at the end of Christ’s great act of redemption He said, “It is finished” – and we can rest. From January 6, 2019
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