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July 14, 2024 • Jen McCourt • Matthew 25:1–13, Matthew 24:4–8, Matthew 24:36–39, Matthew 24:42–44

In this week’s sermon, Pastor Jen examines the Parable of the Ten Virgins in Matthew 25. In the story, five of the ten virgins ran out of oil while waiting for the bridegroom’s appearance. They weren’t prepared. As they went to buy more oil, the five wise virgins went into the banquet hall and the door was locked. The days we live in are uncertain, yet we have eternal hope in Jesus. As we live in the end times, how are you waiting? In expectant preparation? Are you using the time wisely, preparing for Jesus’ return? Or are you hoping you’ll have time to clean yourself up before Jesus gets here? What about in relation to others—are you spending the days sharing the Good News so that others can be prepared as well? Equip your hearts and minds with this encouraging message.

The Tax Collector

August 18, 2024 • Jake Schwein • Romans 3:23–24, 1 John 1:9, Luke 18:9–14, Proverbs 3:5–6, Ephesians 2:8–9

"The Pharisee’s trouble was that he was self-righteous, believing that he was righteous in himself. He was not, as we say, ‘justified by faith’, but by works—his own works. He went to the temple to inform God how good he was, and thus went home unjustified." — John Stott, "The Message of the Sermon on the Mount.”

Good Samaritan

August 11, 2024 • Josh Weaver • Galatians 5:13–15, John 1:14, Luke 10:25–37

“Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength, and with all your mind,” and “your neighbor as yourself.” How do we not lose our convictions and even advocate for our convictions but still love those whom we strongly disagree with?

The Tax Collector

August 18, 2024 • Jake Schwein • Romans 3:23–24, 1 John 1:9, Luke 18:9–14, Proverbs 3:5–6, Ephesians 2:8–9

Good Samaritan

August 11, 2024 • Josh Weaver • Galatians 5:13–15, John 1:14, Luke 10:25–37

The Lost

August 4, 2024 • Mike Tatlock • Matthew 10:7–8, Luke 15:6–20, Luke 17:20–32, Ezekiel 36:26, 2 Corinthians 7:10