“…devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching…” (1 Tim. 4:13)
Jonah 1 In this sermon, we learn the story of Jonah is much like that of humanity fleeing in the opposite direction of God’s Word and Will. We discover 3 movements of the text: God’s Word to Jonah, Jonah’s disregard for God’s Word, and God’s grace pursuing Jonah. God is always working in and through…
Daniel 6 True followers of Christ face a formidable challenge of having a major impact in an increasingly hostile world. Through the example of Daniel, we discover that the secret to an effective witness is character, conviction and intimate communion with Christ.
Genesis 32 In this new sermon series, Pastor Mark highlights the life of Jacob. We learn that the story of Jacob is not simply an account of a person long ago, but that his story is our story. Pastor Mark highlights 2 ways God has pursued and renewed Jacob, as well as all true believers. …
1 Peter 5:12-14 In this timely message, Pastor Mark finishes off our sermon series in 1 Peter, communicating Paul’s invitation to evaluate our spiritual vital signs. We need to recognize if we have the evidence of a strong living faith. Pastor Mark shares 3 questions we must ask: Do we have the right focus, the…
1 Peter 5:5-10 In this sermon, Pastor Mark walks us through 2 ways that unconfessed pride destroys the soul, from the text. We learn that unrepentant pride breaks faith with God, and leaves us defenseless against the devil and his schemes. Along with this we are reminded that God desires to give us divine help…
1 Peter 5:1-5 In this sermon, Pastor Mark explains some misconceptions of what an elder/pastor is. He explains from the text the elder/pastor’s charge and character. Listen to learn more of what Godly leaders in the church should be like and how you can be praying for the Lord to raise up men for the…
1 Peter 4:12-19 In this sermon, we discover three truths to remember during Christian trials. When we need to “locate the floor” in our times of trial, we must remember God has a plan and purpose in our suffering, that it is a glorious privilege, and that our suffering is not permanent. These truths will…
Mark 10:13-22 In a short break from our sermon series on 1 Peter, Pastor Mark takes us through Mark 10:13-22 to reveal Jesus’ teaching that we must have child-like faith in the Lord. In the text, we find a strong objection, a critical lesson, and a sad rejection. Listen to hear how when we realize…
1 Peter 4:9-11 Our faith in Christ must be demonstrated in acts of love, specifically in joyfully opening our hearts to strangers and in faithfully seeking to build up the Body of Christ, through the use of our spiritual gifts.
1 Peter 4:7-11 In this sermon, Pastor Mark explains from the text 3 ways that we can work at being spiritually prepared for when the Lord returns and we see Him face to face. We learn to protect our thought life and prayer life, as well as how and what we love. Are you working…