Oakville
March 1 - April 9, 2017
What Does the Cross Mean for the Church?
April 9, 2017
During this series titled Cross Questions, we have reflected on why the cross was necessary, cursed, and powerful; why it brings peace, pays a debt on our behalf, or is even something to boast about. But on that first Palm Sunday, was there meaning in the cross we can discover from the events that foreshadowed Christ’s death? Is there something for us; for those who claim they are part of Christ’s Body called the Church? Let’s find out today!
Why Should I Boast In Something So Terrible As The Cross?
April 2, 2017
Why should I want to boast in something so terrible as the cross? Boasting or bragging is rarely ever viewed as something positive, even outside the church. But that doesn't stop most folks from doing it! Today let's discover the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to boasting and God's antidote to this spiritual sickness.
What Makes the Cross So Powerful?
March 19, 2017
What makes the cross so powerful? Good question. Glad you asked. A dead guy hanging on the remnants of a tree isn’t the picture of power one might expect, yet for centuries Christians have looked to the cross as a source of power and motivation. Today Pastor Chris explains why they might do something so foolish.
How Can the Cross Bring Peace?
March 12, 2017
Peace. It's hard to come by and even harder to keep. Whether it's among Washington politicians or at the workplace, at home or in your neighborhood... the peace process seems to move slowly. How does the cross of Christ bring peace to our personal lives or within our world? Today Pastor John tackles another 'Cross Question'.
Why Was the Cross Cursed?
March 5, 2017
When you see or hear the word crucifixion, what comes to mind? The cross stands center-stage for those that call themselves Christians – which creates a paradox. On one hand, it is the place where we witness the great love of Jesus, on the other it is a place of torture, agony, and offense. In this message series titled Cross Questions, Pastor John shares the answer to the question, “Why was the cross cursed?” and what that means for you.