October 16, 2022 • Dr. Jim Stephens • John 6:28–38
We have the immense privilege of having Dr. Jim Stephens, Second Assistant General Overseer for Church of God International, speak to us this weekend out of John 6:28-38.
The Practice of Thanksgiving
October 9, 2022 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Did you know that being grateful actually reduces stress and improves mental strength? Life is tough, for sure, but the Bible instructs us to give thanks in the midst of all circumstances, believing God works all things together for good. Here's Pastor Larry with a special message on practicing thanksgiving!
Haiti Arise
November 6, 2022 • Marc Honorat
Marc & Lisa Honorat began Haiti ARISE Ministries in 2003, investing their own savings into the first piece of land and building a team around them to help raise up godly leaders in Haiti. They now live and work with Haiti ARISE Ministries as overseers and directors of the ministry, regularly traveling between Haiti, USA and Canada to grow the vision and share progress of the ministry, meet with the Haiti ARISE teams, and build relationship with the supporting churches, businesses, and individuals.
We are thrilled to have Marc share with us this Sunday!
How to Float when your Boat is Sinking
September 25, 2022 • John Mohan • Acts 27:9–25
Though we may wish to never go through a storm, there are many lessons we can learn through them. So whether you have survived many turbulent waters or have yet to find your sea legs, John Mohan offers five 'not-so-easy' lessons we can all learn from the Apostle Paul's shipwreck experience in Acts 27.
Healing the Broken-Hearted
August 7, 2022 • Keith Tredger
For those who don't know Keith Tredger, he is the Director of Freedom Ministries and serves on the Elders' Board at COG. His deep love and heart for people shines through all he does, whether it's teaching on Spiritual Warfare or praying for someone in bondage and seeing God bring freedom. Our Freedom Ministries Team ministers weekly, and holds Freedom Weekends through the year. Join us as Keith brings the Word!
Baptism: Ordinance or Optional?
November 13, 2022 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • Romans 6:3–4
What's the meaning behind water baptism, and how important is it really? At COG-MJ, we consider water baptism an ordinance - a command by Jesus - and place a high priority on its celebration. Listen in as Pastor Larry unpacks how we baptize, who it's for, and why it's so important to the church.
Little Tastes of the Kingdom
August 21, 2022 • AJ Crocker • John 15:13–17
How do we jump in to what God is doing at our workplace? Join AJ Crocker as he explores ways we can partner with God in His work by offering little tastes of His Kingdom wherever we go.
Outreach Focus Sunday
July 24, 2022 • Pastor Kyleigh Coad, Pastor Nathan Reich, Bethany DeWalt
Listen in as three members of the COG team each share about the ways they are reaching our city for Christ, one relationship at a time! As a beacon of faith, hope, and love, we at COG are committed to reaching beyond our walls and making a difference in our community - so thank you for your prayers and support for us and for our city!
What Time Is It?
July 10, 2022 • Pastor Jeremy MacDonald • Ecclesiastes 3:1–8
There is a season for everything, but we often struggle to recognize what season we're in. God desires us all to prosper, but we know that summer doesn't last forever. Only through the process of fall, winter and spring are deeper truths activated that cause eternity to come alive in our hearts.
Our Father
June 19, 2022 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • 1 John 3:1
How has your father shaped your view of God? Since all earthly fathers are imperfect representations of our heavenly Father, it's important to study who the Bible says He is. Because when you know who He is, then you know who you are, and then you know what to do. May you experience the true father heart of God today, allowing it to transform you from the inside out.
Wisdom
May 15, 2022 • Pastor Kyleigh Coad
Wisdom is not about what you know, but about Who you know. You can know all about God and what the Bible says, but if you're not in a relationship with Him, your knowledge is worthless.
Living with a Kingdom Vision
May 8, 2022 • Adam Driscoll • Exodus 15:1–18
Do you get discouraged easily, losing sight of the big picture? You're not alone - the Israelites' story follows just such a plotline. Yet this same story also offers us inspiring examples like Caleb, Nehemiah, and Jeremiah who held fast to Kingdom Vision and were used by God in great ways because of it.
Grace: A Covering and a Foundation
May 1, 2022 • Pastor Mike Dueck • James 1
In the storms and mess of life, we need to remember that Jesus is there through it all, and ask him for wisdom and perseverance for each step.
Briercrest Weekend
March 20, 2022 • AJ Crocker • Luke 6:39–49
AJ Crocker has a deep passion to see youth and young adults shaped by the Bible so they can live their lives more like Jesus and less like the world. AJ, Cheryl and their three kids have attended COG for three years and worked at Briercrest for 15 years. Cheryl has been a teacher at CHS/BCA and AJ has served in various roles such as Youth Quake Director, High School Chaplain, and Director of Recruitment. AJ currently serves as Vice-president of Marketing and is thrilled to be bringing the Word to us this weekend!
The Mandate of Mission
January 16, 2022 • Pastor Will Dmytrow • Matthew 28:18–20
As Christians, we have been given a mission - the mission of being God's ambassadors on earth working to reconcile people to Himself. Pastoral Intern Will Dmytrow unpacks what our true mission is and why it's so important to keep front of mind.
