Built To Last

Dedicated to Self-Discipline

November 19, 2023 • Andrew Lough • Nehemiah 10:28–39

In conclusion of the covenant, the people dedicate themselves to a number of tasks that will help them remain focused on God and his calling to them.

Worship Together In Celebration

November 5, 2023 • Andrew Lough • Nehemiah 8

The builders do not forget to celebrate and worship when the task is done. We likewise celebrate together and worship at the high points of our faith journey. After a shorter lesson, we have the blessing of installing a new Shepherd to lead our Church family.

Avoid Folly

October 29, 2023 • Brian Hajicek • Nehemiah 6:1–14

The enemies of progress attempt two subtle ploys to ruin Nehemiah into folly. Wisdom and discernment thwart these plots to stop progress in its tracks.

Protect the Vulnerable

October 22, 2023 • Andrew Lough • Nehemiah 5

Nehemiah recognizes the community will falter if they do not look out for everyone, especially the most vulnerable. He challenges the wealthy to not take advantage of the poor and he leads by example.

Lean on God When Things Get Tough

October 15, 2023 • Andrew Lough • Nehemiah 4:1–14

When opposition gets tough, the people must draw together to depend on each other, and help one another to lean on God in the tough times.

Reflect and Recruit

October 8, 2023 • Andrew Lough • Nehemiah 2:11–18

Upon arriving at Jerusalem, Nehemiah takes inventory of the work to be done before stirring the hearts of the people for the work.

Relying on God for Supplies

October 1, 2023 • Andrew Lough • Nehemiah 2:5–10

As Nehemiah boldly asks for permission to try to rebuild Jerusalem, God exceeds his expectations by moving to provide materials as well.

Begin with a Blueprint

September 24, 2023 • Brian Hajicek • Nehemiah 1:4–11

The story of Nehemiah begins with planning and prayer. Nehemiah draws confidence in the faithfulness of God to his loving covenants with his people.

Enduring Love

September 17, 2023 • Andrew Lough • 1 John 4:7–21

The Love of Christ serves as the model for how we live out his command to love our neighbor as our self. Love is sacrificial, genuine, and lasting. Our lasting relationship are built on the foundation of this type of love.

Things that Endure

September 10, 2023 • Andrew Lough • Matthew 7:24–28

In the conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus likens his teaching to a solid foundation, which weathers the storms that come our way. If we are to build relationship that last, they must be founded in the words of Jesus.

September 3, 2023 • Andrew Lough • Psalm 36:5–9

Introduction to our ministry year theme