This powerful message dives into the often-overlooked virtue of hope, exploring its vital role alongside faith and love (1 Corinthians 13:13), and correcting the common misconception that biblical hope is just wishful thinking. Biblical hope is defined as a steadfast trust in God's faithfulness and future plans, providing the anchor that drives our faith and governs our actions.

Have you ever felt like you're stuck in a loop of shame or failure, even as a Christian?

We're diving into Romans 8, what might be one of the most important chapters in the entire New Testament. Picking up right where Romans 7 left off—with the desperate plea, "Who will save me?"—Paul gives us the powerful, life-changing answer: "There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus."

Do you ever feel like you're in a battle with yourself? The good you want to do, you don't do, and the evil you hate, you keep doing? This is the heart of the struggle the Apostle Paul describes in Romans 7.

In this sermon, we dive deep into Romans chapter 6 to move beyond theological theory and into real-world application. Discover the fundamental reality of what faith in Jesus Christ truly accomplishes in a human life and why it's far more than just "living a little bit better."

Many of us live our lives unaware of a spiritual debt we carry—a debt that separates us from God. But the good news of the gospel is that Jesus has already paid that price. Through faith in Him, we are "justified," which means our account is cleared, and we can experience true peace with God.

Are you ready to move beyond just attending church and deepen your faith in a powerful way? In this sermon, we explore the journey from being a disciple (a learner of Jesus) to becoming a discipler (someone who actively helps others follow Him). Drawing parallels from a story of a king and his diligent servants, we uncover why the traditional "classroom" model of faith often leaves us feeling unprepared for real-world spiritual impact.

Back to Basics: Week 8. God gives spiritual gifts to followers of Jesus for the common good of the church and world. As we discover and utilize what God has given, we feel fulfilled because we're part of the team, joining Jesus in his mission to bring light, hope and freedom to a lost and dying world.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-27, Romans 12:3-8

Pastor Nate and the team from FARA have returned from Uganda and share about the ways God is at work through child sponsorship and beyond.

Back to Basics: Week 6. The Holy Spirit helps a person to know and follow Jesus better. The Spirit of God dwells in the Christian and guides them into truth. Get to know Jesus with the help of God's Spirit and Word.

Scripture: John 14:15-28, Romans 8:1-17

Part 3 in a sermon series that brings us back to the basics of what it means to become a follower of Jesus.

This week we talk about the Freedom available to those who follow Jesus.

Scripture: John 8:31-6 / Romans 8:1-2

A new sermon series that brings us back to the basics of what it means to become a follower of Jesus. Over time we can forget the truth and reality that a Christian can live in. This series aims to remind us of some core elements of the faith that can transform our lives again, or for the first time!