Building Safe Community

Enlisted for the Common Good

What is the true mission of the church? The New Testament has much to say on this topic. This sermon takes a look at some clear and concise passages about how God measures the success of the church and the people in it. Matthew 5:13-16; James 1:26-27; 1 Peter 3:13-16; 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Living to Please God

1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 This passage provides clear instruction on the way to live in order to please God. We can call it discipleship or living the quiet life. However we label it, these commands are practical and necessary to reflect Christ in our church, in our homes, in our community and in our world.

Daily Encountering Our God in His Word

I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways. I delight in your decrees; I will not neglect your word. Psalm 119:15-16 The benefits of having a daily Quiet Time with the Lord are unlimited. The purpose of spending time reading the Bible and praying is to build a relationship with our Lord through listening…