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When we think of volunteering, we think about using our gifts to serve others.  But what if the opportunity to serve is actually the gift?  And what if how we use the gift reveals who we truly are? Scriptures:  Matthew 25:31-46 Keywords:  Serve, Volunteer, Gifts, Talents, Abilities, Church

We were created to be in relationships with others. But when relationships get difficult we often give up on them or allow them to affect our character.  How can we be connected to people who don't agree with us and may not even like us? Scriptures:  Acts 15:36-41, 1 John 2:7-11, Hebrews 10:23-24, Proverbs 20:18, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 Keywords:  Relationships, Friendship, Fellowship, Church, Connect, Small Groups, Community Groups 

Worship is not a spectator sport.  It is not for a select group of gifted artists.  It is a created purpose for everything that has breath.  It is time to come out of the stands, get off the bleachers, and get in the game. Scriptures:  Psalm 150:1-6, Hebrews 12:28-29, 1 Corinthians 14:23-25 Keywords:  Worship, Gathering, Church, Creation, Vision, Strategy

Some said Jesus was a king.  Others said he was a liar.  What everyone said was that he was not the king the people expected. Scriptures:  Matthew 21:1-15, Luke 19:39-44, Philippians 2:6-12 Keywords:  King, Savior, Jesus, Lord, Triumphant Entry, Crowns, Submission

Michael Bayne talks about how the when we open our lives up to Scripture it always calls us to action. really matters. Scriptures:  2 Kings 22-23 Keywords:  Bible, Truth, Change

Solomon was a guy who had it all, did it all, was loved by all, but lost it all as he believed the empty promises of idols. Join us this week as Brandon Reed opens the story of Solomon to look at how recognizing the empty promises of the allures of our world and culture begins with recognizing what really matters. Scriptures:  1 Kings 1-11; Ecclesiastes 2:8-11 Keywords:  Solomon, idols, money, acceptance, approval, family

Sometimes it is better not to do anything than to do something with limited effort.  The ancient King Amaziah had a habit of not seeing things through.  The legacy he left seems to reflect his lack of commitment and teaches us a great life lesson.  Scriptures:  2 Kings 14:1-12 Keywords:  Commitment, Loyalty, Faithfulness, Amaziah, Kings

Doing what's right doesn't always feel right, and many times when you do what's right, it won't make sense to everyone else. Ben Reed looks at the callings of Elijah and Elisha to help us understand what God may be calling us to do. Scriptures:  1 Kings 16, 1 Kings 19 Keywords:  Faith, Eijah, Elisha, Kings, Ahab, Calling

Faith decisions based on convenience create problems for ourselves and everyone around us.  Just because it is easy, comfortable, or feels right, does not mean it is true. Jeroboam is an ancient king who learned this the hard way. Scriptures:  1 Kings 12:26-30 Keywords:  Worship, Fear, Truth, Idols, Idolatry, Faith, Church, Jeroboam

When it comes to discipline, most parents feel the pressure to either punish or become a push-over.  Neither is what God expects of us.  Adonijah is one king who served as a real life example. Scriptures:  1 Kings 1:5-53, 2:1-25, Ephesians 6:4, Hebrews 12:5-13,  Keywords:  Discipline, Adonijah, David, Solomon, Kings. Israel, Fatherhood, Parenting, Fathers, Father’s Day

God has gifted each of us.  He holds us accountable for how we use those gifts.  So what does He expect from us?  How will He evaluate His investment?Key Words:  Gifts, Talents, Abilities, Parable, Create, Judgment, Service Scriptures:  Matthew 25:16:29, 1 Corinthians 12:22-26

God created us for a purpose, but discovering God's will for our life is not easy. Join Ron Edmondson as he considers one necessary step we must take to be found in the center of our created purpose. Scriptures and Keywords:  Isaiah 55:8-9, Psalm 104, Surrender, God, Creator, Purpose, God's will, Obedience

Every piece of art reveals something about the artist.  As creations of God, what do we reveal about our Creator?  With all of our defects, how do we reflect the character of God? Scriptures and Keywords: Psalm 139:13-16, Ephesians 2:8-10, 1 Corinthians 12:7, 1 Peter 4:10, Creator, Create, Gifts, Spiritual Gifts, Life, Salvation

God created, gave freedom, and then displayed a willingness to redeem His creation when it became “broken.”  He created us for His own glory and He has not given up on us yet! Join Pastor Ron Edmondson as we look at the Creator God. Scriptures and Keywords: Geneis 1, 2, John 1:1-5, Romans 8:18-29, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Create, Creation, God, Restore

Fashion changes. Styles and preferences change. But beauty? It is unchanging. It’s time we re-discover God’s definition of beauty. Scriptures and Keywords: Esther 2:2-4, 17-20, 4:11-16, 1 Peter 3:3-4, Proverbs 31:30, Beauty, Appearance, Modesty, Esther, Inner Beauty, Charm

What does it mean to be a man?  All of our heroes are big, fast , strong, and victorious.  But is that the true definition of a man?  Join us as we re-define "man."   Scriptures and Keywords:  Nehemiah 1:4, 6:1-13, Mark 12:30, Man, Manhood, Masculinity, Nehemiah, Heart, Soul, Mind, Strength, Will, Courage, Fight

Our culture often defines forgiveness as weakness, out of date, and unrealistic. But Jesus teaches the reality that not only is forgiveness possible, but it's crucial in the life of a follower of Christ. Join us this week as Brandon Reed looks to Jesus' teaching to redefine forgiveness.   Scriptures and Keywords:  Matthew 6:9-15, Jesus, sermon on the mount, prayer, forgiveness, culture, guilt, hurt, brokenness, grace, gospel.

Often we allow failure to define our life, rather than redefining our life by failure. Join Ron Edmondson as we learn how God can use failure to position us for even greater use in life and within the Kingdom of God.  Scriptures and Keywords:  Luke 22, John 21, Acts 4, Failure, Success, Peter, Ministry, Call, Obedience, Faith

Is success the same as winning?  If that is the case, then most of us are losers.  Regardless of what our culture teaches, what is the true definition of success? Scriptures and Keywords: Daniel 3:1-30, Success, Failure,  Risk, Faith, Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar, Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego, Pagan Worship

We often run from discomfort and any kind of pain.  But what if there is healing in the pain.  This Easter, we will embrace the burn that comes with encountering Jesus. Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 24:1-33, Resurrection, Jesus, Emmaus, Easter, Prophecy