In Reality: Waiting, for the win December 11In Reality: Waiting, for the win by Pastor Paul Dickerson “I thought it would be like . . . but in reality it turned out like . . .” Life is full of unmet and failed expectations. Things turned out differently than we hoped. This advent we discover […]
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In Reality: Perfect Pedigree December 4In Reality: Perfect Pedigree by Pastor Jeff Cloeter “I thought it would be like . . . but in reality it turned out like . . .” Life is full of unmet and failed expectations. Things turned out differently than we hoped. This advent we discover who Jesus is through
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In Reality: Abundance November 26/27In Reality: Abundance by Pastor Geordie Denholm “We know there is lack and even emptiness in our lives. The good news is God’s best work is done out of nothing. He does his best work in emptiness and need. Whether our circumstances change or stay the same, we learn Jesus has
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Stewardship of Time November 19/20Stewardship of Time: The Best Use by Pastor Jeff Cloeter The Last Sunday of the church year focuses on Christ the King and his coming again in glory “to judge the living and the dead.” Christ is King, and Christ is coming soon. In light of this cosmic reality, St. Paul
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Stewardship of our Talents November 12/13Stewardship of our Talents by Pastor Paul Dickerson In the month of November we are focusing on stewardship or managing the many gifts that God has given to us. Today we consider the stewardship of our talents – the unique abilities, skills, and interests that each of us have. Where
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All Saints Sunday November 6/7All Saints Sunday: Not Forgotten by Pastor Paul Dickerson Today, we recognize All Saints Day, which was November 1st. We remember that saints are not super Christians. The term “saint” means “holy one,” and describes all who are made holy by the blood of Jesus Christ. We remember and give thanks
That You May Believe: Vine October 30Vine by Pastor Jeff Cloeter We celebrate our Reformation heritage and the foundational truth that Jesus has set us free by grace, through faith in Him alone. We also conclude our series focused on Jesus’ I AM statements. “I am the vine, you are the branches” (John 15:5). Christ
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That You May Believe: Way October 23Way by Pastor Nathan Schultz We live in a pluralistic society. There are many “ways,” endless lifestyles to choose from. The highest value is to be “true to yourself.” Jesus sounds strange in this context when he makes the “Way” singular. From the world’s view, one way seems exclusive
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That You May Believe: Good Shepherd October 16Good Shepherd by Pastor Jeff Cloeter There are times that Christians treat Jesus as a doctrine and not a person. Jesus confronts that notion by referring to himself as “The Good Shepherd.” It is an intimately personal relationship. Believing involves “knowing,” recognizing his voice and responding to it.
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That You May Believe: Door October 9Door by Pastor Paul Dickerson We remain in a time of societal upheaval. Long standing institutions are in flux. Business, education, technology, politics. In the chaos, we’re searching for some security and a sense of home. Jesus offers himself as a doorway that swings both in and out. Into
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