Settled In Your Heart

January 16, 2022 • Kevin Smith, Lead Pastor • Ezra 2:1–2, Ezra 2:68–70, Jeremiah 10:1–12

Keeping the Long View in Mind

February 27, 2022 • Kevin Smith, Lead Pastor • Nehemiah 13, Nehemiah 1:1–10, James 1:16–18

Problems 1. Neglect over worship 2. Profit over the promise 3. Nepotism over the commitment Answers 1. Faithful in worship 2. Focused on the promise 3. Committed to God’s purpose - John Chrysostom “We are commanded to have only one enemy, the devil. With him, never be reconciled! But with a brother, never be at enmity in your heart.”

God's Providential Care In Uncertain Times

February 20, 2022 • Kevin Smith, Lead Pastor • Ezra 7:27–28, Ezra 8—9, Ezra 7:1–10

1. An uncertain heart is restored through obedience to God's Word. 2. An uncertain direction is found in fasting and prayer. 3. An uncertain future is changed by a new commitment to God.

Reclaiming Your Joy and Strength

February 13, 2022 • Kevin Smith, Lead Pastor • Nehemiah 8:1–12

1. Joy comes from a divine place in God 2. Strength comes from your joy in God 3. Strength leads to practical results 4. God's joy and strength are both within our reach