Sermons

We’ve all got issues. In this new sermon series, we’re… read more

In Acts, Paul summarizes the life of David in one… read more

In today’s story, we read of David in his later years as king of Israel. He takes a census of his armies – counting Israel’s soldiers and military might – so he may know how strong and well-prepared he is for future battles. However, as soon as the count is completed, David realizes he has sinned against God; counting on man’s might to protect him, rather than the God who saved him time and time again. We do something similar in our lives – trusting and counting on different things to sustain us, becoming comfortable in what we have or what we do. We must remember: we never outgrow our reliance on God. We must trust God to help us, pray first, and practice humility.

Guest speaker Dylan Morss, a Chi Alpha missionary to the… read more

As we continue reading in the Old Testament, we see… read more

The Israelites did a lot of walking in the Old Testament. They walked through the Red Sea, walked around the wilderness for 30 years, and when they finally walked into the Promised Land, God promised them victory over Jericho – they just had to walk around the city seven days. We like to believe that our faith is an exciting race or battle, but we often find ourselves walking in circles around unchanging parts of our lives. We must continue to walk in obedience, because even if God’s ways don’t make sense, his process and victory is guaranteed in the end.

Before Jesus returned to heaven, he gave his disciples a command: “Stay.” Only after they had stayed, prayed, worshiped, and waited in Jerusalem did the Holy Spirit come to them. We, too, must learn to stay. God has great things in store, and growth to be had, in our current situation. We must learn to be consistent, to remain, to be planted, and to have staying power for God. Our community, our why, and our reliance on God will grow our ability to stay.

This week’s message from Luke 24 reminds us that Jesus walks with us even when we don’t recognize Him. Like the disciples on the road to Emmaus, we can be so focused on our destination—whether it’s marriage, career, healing, or purpose—that we miss the miracle of His presence on the way. Scripture reminds us that our identity is formed, and our joy discovered, not just there but here. Jacob encountered God multiple times while fleeing, not arriving. Most of Jesus’ miracles happened during the journey, not at the destination. The miracle you’re longing for may not be waiting for you at the finish line. It may be unfolding as you walk.