From everyone who has been given much, even more will be expected. It can be easy to look at someone else’s life and see all the blessings they could be using to make a difference. But, what if we are the ones God is trusting to make an impact through the gifts we have been given? It is a challenge to recognize abundance in our lives, to see ourselves as stewards, and to invest in a vision for bringing the Kingdom of Heaven to earth, but hopefully it is one that we can embrace together. God has big plans for our community, and this series is all about figuring out how we can be a part of them.  Read More

There is an Old Testament Proverb that says: Where there is no vision, the people perish (Proverbs 29.18) The idea is simple, when people do not know where they are going, what they’re aiming for, what their values are, or the goals they are trying to reach – then confusion follows. People without a sense of vision do not become who God wants them to become. This is true in all areas of our life. ...  Read More

Welcome to our third and last discussion of The Lord’s Prayer. To begin our series we focused on the first line of the prayer. With the words “Our Father,” Jesus invites us to see our relationship with God as intimate and comfortable while maintaining a reverence for his great position and power. Last week we considered what we should pray for. We were encouraged to make God’s will (his kingdom) a priority before we offer up our own petitions of needs and wants. In this final session we explore two essential concepts of faith – forgiveness and evil.  Read More

This past week, a video circulated showing the Secretary of Defense of the United States praying the Lord’s Prayer over a polished montage of military weapons and soldiers. It culminated with the closing words of the prayer over a U.S. flag. As I watched it, I thought to myself, “I wonder if this is what Jesus envisioned when he taught his followers this prayer 2000 years ago?” Of course, this isn...  Read More

Hello and welcome to the second week in our sermon series focused on the Lord’s Prayer. Last week, we discussed the instructions Jesus gave us to help with prayer as well as the very first sentence of the Lord’s Prayer, which is packed full of meaning and message. This week we will dive deeper into the prayer by discussing God’s roles as sovereign and holy and his faithfulness as a provider...  Read More

For many years in my 20s, I played basketball two nights a week. I loved the competition, the exercise, and the friendships. But, when my second child Carly was born and my work schedule grew heavier, those two nights away from home started to take a toll on my wife Jessica and our family rhythm. I could have clung to the old routine (and created conflict in my family), but I sensed something diff...  Read More