The Only Thing That Counts
In Galatians, Paul tells us that the only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love. Today, Pastor Kaelyn shares how as Christians and those who have faith in Jesus, we need to be able to express our faith in love to those around us. When we have the …
No Gospel at All
The Apostle Paul was alarmed and angry when he was writing to his friends in the region of Galatia. People had been coming into the churches there, trying to get them to follow a different gospel — which Paul said was no gospel at all. So, what is the gospel? …
Baptized by Jesus – Acts 18-19
Do you ever feel like something is missing from your faith? In Acts 18-19 we find back-to-back stories where this was the case. These followers of God had received John’s baptism, but not the baptism of Jesus. In fact, they’d never even heard the good news about the Holy Spirit. …
Are You Kidding, God?
Are we open to change, or will we say something like, Are You Kidding God? How do we respond when God speaks to us about doing something in His name? Today, Pastor Gary shares from Acts chapter 11 and how we should make changes to our life so that when …
Receiving God’s Blessing
Jesus’ primary mission was to bless humanity. And the primary obstacle in the way of receiving that blessing is sin. That’s why Jesus went to the cross, in order to destroy sin’s power over us. Today we’re looking at three of the massive blessings that flow into a life that’s …
Instructions for the End Times
When Jesus’ disciples asked him a question about the destruction of the Temple, he had much to say in response. Luke captured Jesus’ words in Luke 21, where he describes a future that is dark, war-torn, and scary. Yet in his words we find hope for his followers and several …
Day One Celebration
There is power in focus. It’s why people make New Year’s resolutions — to FOCUS their energies on things that need attention. Today Pastor Tim shares three areas of focus for SM4 in 2023: Prayer, God’s Word (including our new 260 Journals), and the development and release of Leadership. Dive …
Unexpected Expectations
We bring many expectations into our relationship with Jesus. Today, Pastor Gary shares from the Christmas story how to deal with these different expectations. As we do, God will show up and prove his promises true.
Our Christmas Hope
Much of life is spent in the “waiting room,” living in anticipation of receiving what God has promised — but it’s not here yet. We’re still waiting. Why would God make us linger and not immediately provide us what’s been promised? That’s what we’re discovering today through the Christmas story …
Hold Fast – Part 3
Hebrews 10:23 offers us a unique model of faith — five powerful ideas wrapped up in this single verse. Today we wrap up this three-part series and discuss the importance of getting our hope out into the world around us.