July 21, 2024 • Pastor Dave Koop • Acts 1:5–8, Galatians 3:27, Matthew 3:1–2, Matthew 28:19
A life of faith in Christ will at times upset others. In Acts 19 we see the following attributes of faith upset the people of Ephesus: faith rooted in the power of the Holy Spirit, faith rooted in the word of God, faith rooted in the name of Jesus, and faith that produces miracles and renounces demonic powers.
GO! The Source For A Blessed Life
July 13, 2024 • Pastor Dave Koop
Psalms 111 and 112 are both acrostics of the Hebrew alphabet, which helps pair these psalms together in a way that they complement each other. In Psalm 111 you have the qualities of God. In Psalm 112 the qualities of a person sees their identity in God.
Go! Rejoice in the Gospel
July 14, 2024 • Guest Speaker • Romans 5:1–11
This Sunday we’re excited to have guest speaker, Pastor John Oh, speak a message titled “Rejoice in the Gospel”.
John Oh has been serving as the senior pastor of SaRang Church in Seoul for 21 years, overseeing a membership growth of over 100,000. He places a strong emphasis on intentional discipleship in the workplace, global networking, and the unification of the two Koreas. He received a Ph.D. from Potchefstroom University and was a Harvard University Fellow. He also currently serves as the president of SaRang Global Academy (SaGA) and as the chairman of the board at Soongsil University. John is married to Nan-young Oh and has two sons, Joseph and Timothy, and two granddaughters, Eden and Ayla.
GO! God Uses Ordinary People
July 7, 2024 • Pastor Dave Koop • Acts 18, Proverbs 3:3–4, Acts 18:9–10, Romans 8:28, 1 Corinthians 1:14
The book of The Acts of the Apostles is the blueprint of how Jesus established His church. In chapter 18 we see how God used ordinary people, regardless of their background, race, gender, or profession to accomplish His plan of making disciples.
As we look at the characters, we see that they experienced the same challenges you and I do yet they all invested into the work of the kingdom.
GO! Three Needed Keys To Share Your Faith
June 30, 2024 • Pastor Dave Koop • Joshua 1:9, Mark 4:24, 2 Timothy 2:14–16, Acts 17:22–23, 1 Corinthians 10:19–20
Acts chapter 17 features three cities that Paul shared the Gospel. Each of the encounter was somewhat different and teaches a valuable lesson on how to share our faith.
GO! God Encounters Can Happen To Anyone
June 23, 2024 • Pastor Dave Koop • Acts 16:15, James 1:17, Acts 16:18, Acts 16:30–34, Acts 16:14
In Acts 16 we find the apostle Paul on his second missionary journey with Silas. Along the way, they have several gospel encounters that result in the transformation of lives. The diversity of backgrounds among those they meet illustrates that no one is beyond God's reach. This chapter encourages us to trust in the power of the Gospel and the importance of prayer to see people have a God encounter.
How to Honour Your Father
June 16, 2024 • Pastor Brian Taylor
This weekend we honour the dads and father figures in our lives, and take a moment to reflect on our Heavenly Father. God's love for us is so real and personal; He’s not some distant deity, but a loving Father who’s deeply invested in every aspect of our lives. Whether we’ve felt His presence in our best moments or leaned on Him during our toughest times, God’s been there, loving us with a perfect, unwavering love.
GO! From Conflict to Connection
June 9, 2024 • Pastor Dave Koop • Acts 15:2, Acts 15:8–9, Acts 15:28, Romans 3:28
In Acts 15:2 we read of “no small dissension and dispute” arising in the church. However, by verse 31 we read there was great joy throughout the church. This chapter in Acts is a blueprint for the church showing us how to go from conflict to connection.
GO! Blaze a Trail
June 2, 2024 • Pastor Dave Koop • Acts 14:3, 2 Timothy 3:10–15, Hebrews 11:6
In Acts 14, Paul and Barnabas are blazing a trail in missionary work. Despite facing severe opposition and physical harm, they continue their mission to spread the gospel. Their perseverance, even in the face of danger, is a powerful example of dedication to God's calling.
GO! Lord Send Me
May 26, 2024 • Pastor Dave Koop • Acts 13:45–52, Acts 13:2, Philippians 2:19–23, Acts 13:3–4, Proverbs 18:6
In Acts chapter 13, The Holy Spirit directed the church to separate Barnabas and Saul to embark on what is known as Paul’s first missionary trip. The Biblical pattern seen here is for the church leaders to pray and fast and then follow the leading of the Holy Spirit to lay hands on those who are called and send them on their assignment.
GO! Trusting God For A Miracle
May 18, 2024 • Pastor Dave Koop • Acts 12:12, Acts 12:7–11, 1 Peter 5:7, Acts 12:24, Acts 12:5
The Book of Acts is a book of miracles - God’s power in action. To act means to do something, to carry out, to move, behave, or exert power, and that is exactly what we see in today’s message in Acts chapter 12.
The Legacy Of A Courageous Mother
May 12, 2024 • Pastor Dave & Cheryl Koop • Exodus 2:1–10, Acts 2:39, Hebrews 11:23, Deuteronomy 6:5–7, Acts 7:20–22
In the Bible, one Mother stands out for leaving a legacy of extraordinary courage and unwavering faith. Her name is Jochebed, the mother of Moses, who had just a few short years with her son, yet the impact she left is still felt today. In the face of Pharaoh’s ruthless decree condemning Hebrew male infants to death, Jochebed defied the tyrannical order and entrusted her son’s fate to the hands of God. Her life still speaks today as a testament to the power of a mother’s love and faith that can shape a nation.
GO! Build a Church Where Everyone is Welcome
May 5, 2024 • Pastor Dave Koop • Luke 10:5–9, John 3:16, Revelation 7:9–10, Acts 11:26, Acts 11:9
In Acts Chapter 11, the early church begins to see a clearer picture of God’s purpose for salvation. Not only was the gospel of Christ for every nation, whether Jew or Gentile, but God’s plan included bringing every nation, tongue and tribe together in Christ.
GO! The Characteristics of Cornelius
April 28, 2024 • Guest Speaker • Luke 2:25, Psalm 25:14, Isaiah 32:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, Isaiah 1:19
Cornelius was a Roman Centurion who got God’s attention. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+chronicles+16%3a9&version=nkjv says “the eyes of the LORD search to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him.” This week we explore the qualities of Cornelius from Acts Chapter 10. Join us to hear the message from our Guest Speaker, Rick Ciaramitaro.
GO! As A Chosen Vessel
Pastor Dave Koop • Acts 9:15, Acts 9:20–22, John 7:38, Acts 9:3–4, Acts 9:5
The conversion process of the apostle Paul is one of the most significant events in the book of Acts. The chief persecutor of the church is converted to be a zealous follower of Jesus Christ.
Paul’s conversion follows the same basic process for everyone.
