A message from the series “And He Shall Be Called….” Isaiah prophesied that Jesus would be called the Prince of Peace. In today’s message, Pastor Phil teaches how we can have peace with God, and how we can also have the peace of God.

A message from the series “And He Shall Be Called….” When God foretold of the coming Messiah through the prophecy of Isaiah, one of the names given to Jesus was Mighty God. We know that Jesus came to this world as a man, but we also know that He was and is God. And so, we know that there is nothing that Jesus can not accomplish. And most importantly, we know that Jesus has the power to save us from our sins.

A message from the series “And He Shall Be Called….” In Isaiah 9:6, it was prophesied that Jesus would be called, “Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” What does it mean, then, for Jesus to called “Everlasting Father?” In today’s message, Pastor Phil preaches on the Biblical understanding of the Trinity, and teaches that we should always run to Jesus, knowing that God is gracious, slow to anger and abounding in love.

A message from the series “And He Shall Be Called….” In today’s message, Pastor Phil teaches us about the historical background for the message of Isaiah. The kingdom of Judah could see an enemy nation on their doorstep, and in time, God would judge the nation for its sins. But the prophecy found in chapter 9 tells of a coming Messiah who will reign victoriously. That Messiah is Jesus Christ. In Isaiah 9:6, we are told that Jesus name will be “Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” The name “Wonderful Counselor” tells us that Jesus is awesome in wonder, and full of godly wisdom.

A message from the series “I AM: Jesus in His Own Words.” In John 14, we read that as Jesus celebrated the passover with his disciples, knowing that he was very soon going to the cross, Jesus spoke words of comfort to His disciples, reminding them of the future glory of heaven. When Thomas asked how they could know the way to where Jesus was going, Jesus responded, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6) In today’s message, Pastor explores the question, what can calm our troubled hearts? Our faith in Jesus, the future promised to us, and our relationship with God through Jesus.

A message from the series “I AM: Jesus in His Own Words.” When Jesus was told that Lazarus was sick, Jesus said that the sickness would not end in death. Yet, Lazarus died. So how was this possible? When Jesus came to Jerusalem, he called Lazarus out of the tomb by name, and Lazarus rose to life again. In today’s message, Pastor Phil studies John 11, and what it means that Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life.

In today’s message, Tim Blazer studies Romans 15 to remind us how God accomplishes His mission through His power by enabling His disciples to preach the gospel. All glory belongs to Him.

A message from the series “I AM: Jesus in His Own Words.” In John 10, Jesus declares that He is the Good Shepherd. From earlier in scripture, in Psalm 23, we are given a picture of God as our Shepherd–the one who provides for us and shields us and walks with us the through the valley of the shadow of death. In John 10, we are given a picture of our security in Jesus. A shepherd was expected to defend his sheep; so, as we are the sheep and Jesus is our Shepherd, Jesus tells us that no one will snatch us from His hand.

A message from the series “I AM: Jesus in His Own Words.” “Therefore Jesus said again, “Very truly I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. All who have come before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep have not listened to them. I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” (John 10:7-10) NIV

When Jesus spoke these words, those who listened would have been immediately familiar with the imagery. In today’s message, Pastor Phil explores the meaning of these words with historical insight, and preaches on the spiritual message behind the picture being painted. Since Jesus is the Gate for the sheep–and the Shepherd!–and since we who believe on Him are His sheep, then we know that life is better with Him.

A message from the series “I AM: Jesus in His Own Words.” What do we need to live? What do we need to truly live? In John 8:12, Jesus says “I Am the Light of the World.” In today’s message, Pastor Phil teaches that because Jesus is the Light of the World, that we can trust God’s provision, that we need to live in the light, and that as we follow and become more like Jesus, He tells us that we are light in a dark world.

A message from the series “I AM: Jesus in His Own Words.” In John 6, Jesus speaks to the crowds and tells them that He is the Bread of Life. In today’s message, Pastor John studies the meaning of Jesus’ words–when we partake of Jesus, we have eternal life.

A message from the series “Exodus: God’s Holiness and Provision.” In Exodus 34, we read that as Moses was on Mount Sinai, God came down in the cloud, stood with Moses, passed before him, and proclaimed His Name to Moses. In verses 6 and 7, we read God’s own description of Himself–and we learn that God is both compassionate and just. In today’s message, Pastor Phil preaches on the traits God revealed about Himself in this encounter. When we sin, we should trust God’s mercy and come boldly to the throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16). And this we can do only through Jesus Christ, who is our only hope for when we all finally stand before God on the day of judgment. Have you trusted Him as your Savior?

A message from the series “Exodus: God’s Holiness and Provision.” In Exodus 33 and 34, we read that God commanded Israel to go on ahead to the Promised Land, but also that He said He would not go with them. When Israel heard this, they mourned, and Moses pleaded for God to be with them. “If your Presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here.” (Exodus 33:15; NIV). God heard, and promised to be with them. In today’s message, Pastor Phil encourages us to consider, if we could have everything we wanted–but we didn’t have God’s presence–would we choose those things, or would we choose God? Following God brings with it both hardships and rewards, but the ultimate reward of following God is, itself, to know God.

A message from the series “Exodus: God’s Holiness and Provision.” Some seven weeks after their exodus from Egypt, the Israelites were at Mount Sinai, and Moses went up the mountain for about 40 days. In Exodus 32, we read how the Israelites quickly broke their covenant with God by creating a golden idol in the shape of a calf. In today’s message, Pastor Andy examines the propensity we all have for worshiping things instead of worshiping God–and how Moses’ intercession for the nation of Israel points towards the perfect atonement of Jesus Christ.

A message from the series “Exodus: God’s Holiness and Provision.” In today’s message, Pastor Phil preaches on the fourth commandment–to keep the Sabbath holy. This command tends to bring up many questions for us as Christians, who celebrate the Lord’s Day. Do we still need to keep the Sabbath? Why or why not? And which day is the Sabbath? In today’s message, Pastor Phil reviews scripture to encourage us that 1.) the Sabbath was a sign of the Mosaic covenant, and since believers are no longer under the old covenant, we are not bound to observe the Sabbath and 2.) It is good for Christians to practice the principles of the Sabbath.

A message from the series “Exodus: God’s Holiness and Provision.” In Exodus 20, we find the 10 Commandments, which God gave to Israel to teach them how to please Him and live a godly life. But as we study the 10 Commandments, we realize that no one can keep them without fail. Because of our sinful nature, we need the redemption offered through Jesus Christ.

A message from the series “Exodus: God’s Holiness and Provision.” Beginning in Exodus 19, the Bible records how God calls Moses and the nation of Israel to Mount Sinai and lays out for them the covenant by which they are to live. In today’s message, we are reminded of God’s majesty, and encouraged to follow God’s ways.

A message from the series “Exodus: God’s Holiness and Provision.” In Exodus 17, we read that the Israelites were attacked by the Amalekites early in their journey through the wilderness–but God gave Israel victory over the Amalekites in a way that clearly demonstrated their dependence on His power. In today’s message, Pastor Phil studies this account in Exodus to remind us that in our battles, we need to pray, to act in faith, and to have other believers with us in our fight.

A message from the series “Exodus: God’s Holiness and Provision.” After God delivered the nation of Israel from Egypt and led them across the Red Sea into the wilderness, the people faced serious challenges as they were alternately unable to locate water (Exodus 15 and 17) or food (Exodus 16). In today’s message, Pastor John shows us how these trials were designed by God to test Israel for their good–but they responded by testing God out of their own bad nature. We are encouraged, by their example, to respond differently, and act in faith when we face difficulty.

A message from the series “Ephesians: A Life Worth Living.” Pastor Phil preaches from Ephesians 6:19-24, which gives instruction to the church on how to pray, when to pray, what to pray, and who to pray for. In light of these instructions, Pastor Phil encourages us to choose one practical thing we can change in our own prayer life.