As people of faith, we are God's presence in our relationships and the world. We are invited to be God's heart, hands and voice.
The Road: "Liberator"
October 27, 2024 • Pastor Jon • John 8:31–36
At the heart of the Reformation was a delightful discovery—that while we are broken individuals, we are loved by God completely. That truth brought freedom—freedom not simply from responsibilities and obligations but freedom for serving the neighbor. Jesus still welcomes us into his love and freedom and invites us to share that with every neighbor.
The Road: "Servant, Not Tyrant"
October 20, 2024 • Pastor Jon • Mark 10:35–45
The life of faith is about serving. And when we have the responsibility and position of authority, we use it to serve with humility rather than revel in greatness.
The Road: "Teacher"
October 13, 2024 • Pastor Jon • Mark 10:17–31
Following Jesus isn't just a nice, interesting idea. It's a call to life transformation. It's a call to participate in the redemption of the world–restoring the life of our real neighbors. Jesus invites you to follow.
The Road: "Counselor"
October 6, 2024 • Pastor Jon • Mark 10:2–16
Jesus ultimately cares for all those in a relationship, but especially those who are vulnerable and hurt. He seeks to lift up the importance and value of love and trust in a committed relationship like marriage.
The Road: "Firebrand"
September 29, 2024 • Pastor Jon • Mark 9:38–50
Jesus challenges our complacency in the face of destructive powers and evils, and invites us to look inside ourselves and remain true to the peace given by Jesus.
The Road: "Servant of All"
September 22, 2024 • Pastor Jon • Mark 9:30–37
Jesus set a different standard for what it would take to be a follower of his and to be great. And it's the same standard he applied to himself—to be a servant of all.
The Road: "Messiah"
September 15, 2024 • Pastor Jon • Mark 8:27–38
It's critical that people who claim Jesus understand the kind of messiah Jesus was and the kind of followers he calls for--centered not in a desire for power, but in love and service of neighbor.
The Road: "Reluctant Healer?"
September 8, 2024 • Pastor Jon • Mark 7:24–37
As we embrace the real, complicated humanity of Jesus we find hope for ourselves and our world, discovering our purpose to bring healing and peace.
The Road: "Self-Examination"
September 1, 2024 • Pastor Jon • James 1:17–27, Mark 7:1–23
God's wisdom and grace enable us to examine ourselves honestly and find healing and hope with our hearts.
The Road: "Be Strong"
August 25, 2024 • Pastor Jon • John 6:56–69, Ephesians 6:10–20
Faith offers a strategy for combatting adversaries that holds onto the peace, love and hope shared with us in Christ
The Road: "Wisdom and Joy"
August 18, 2024 • Pastor Jon • John 6:51–58, Ephesians 5:15–20
As we remain in community we can find our voice, rediscover joy and peace, and identify a purpose that is worthy of our lives and true to God's hope for us.
The Road: "Self-Discipline"
August 11, 2024 • Pastor Jon • Ephesians 4:25–32, Ephesians 5:1–2, John 6:35, John 6:41–51
Through self-discipline, we have the capacity to make a new path and change our world.
The Road: "A Worthy Purpose"
August 4, 2024 • Pastor Jon • Ephesians 4:1–16, John 6:24–35
When we live out our faith and our calling in a gracious Spirit, it becomes a purpose that is worthy of us and worthy of our life together.
The Road: "Perspective"
July 28, 2024 • Pastor Jon • John 6:1–21, Ephesians 3:14–21
The language of faith calls us to be rooted and grounded in love. God's love and compassion is offered for you, your neighbor, and even the stranger.
