When Jesus is informed that His mother and brothers are outside, He takes the opportunity to illustrate the nature of God’s family. He explains that anyone who aligns their life with God’s purpose and obeys His will is part of His spiritual family. This teaching invites us to see discipleship as a deeper, eternal connection that transcends biological relationships.
Dec 24, 2024 - Message Spotlight - Finding Ourselves in the Christmas Story
December 24, 2024 • Pastor Brandon
Dec 22 2024 - Sunday Spotlight - Love without Boundaries
December 22, 2024 • Pastor Brandon • John 1:35–42
John the Baptist directs his disciples to Jesus, identifying Him as the Lamb of God. Two disciples seek out Jesus and are profoundly impacted by their time with Him. Andrew, eager to share this discovery, introduces his brother Simon to Jesus, who renames him Peter, foreshadowing his significant role in the early church.
Dec 15 2024 Sunday Spotlight Joy in Unity
Pastor Stuart • Philippians 4:4–7
In this passage, Paul encourages believers to rejoice in the Lord always and to be gentle in their interactions. He reminds them that the Lord is near, urging them not to be anxious but to bring their concerns to God in prayer with thanksgiving. In return, God's peace, which transcends all understanding, will guard their hearts and minds.
Dec 8, 2024 - Sunday Spotlight-Peace through Understanding
Pastor Stuart • Luke 1:68–79, Luke 3:4–6
Zechariah celebrates God’s plan of salvation through the coming savior, emphasizing mercy, redemption, and peace for His people. Later, John the Baptist fulfills prophecy by preparing hearts for the Lord, urging repentance, and proclaiming the universal reach of God's salvation for all people.
Nov 24,2024 - Sunday Spotlight - Christ our Lord
November 24, 2024 • Pastor Stuart • Isaiah 6:1–8
In this part of scripture, Isaiah has a powerful vision of God's majesty. He sees the Lord seated on a high throne, surrounded by heavenly beings praising His holiness. Overwhelmed by his unworthiness, Isaiah confesses his sins, and one of the beings purifies him with a burning coal. When God asks who will go and share His message, Isaiah boldly responds, "Here I am; send me!"
Nov 17 2024 Peter Sunday Spotlight
November 17, 2024 • Pastor Brandon • Galatians 2:11–14
Paul describes a scene where he had to challenge a fellow leader about being true to their shared values. Even though Peter was happy to interact freely with believers from different backgrounds, he started to distance himself from them when others might judge him for it.
Nov 3 2024 Moses Sunday Spotlight
November 3, 2024 • Pastor Brandon • Numbers 20:1–13
In Numbers 20:1-13, the Israelites again face a lack of water at Kadesh, leading them to grumble against Moses and Aaron. God instructs Moses to speak to a rock to produce water, but in a moment of frustration, Moses strikes the rock instead. While God still provides water, He reprimands Moses and Aaron for failing to uphold His holiness before the people. Due to this act of disobedience, they are barred from entering the Promised Land. This passage teaches that even leaders are accountable to God's instructions and highlights the importance of obedience and faith under pressure.
Oct 27, 2024 - Abraham - Sunday Spotlight
Pastor Brandon • Genesis 21:1–7
Genesis 21:1-7 recounts the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham and Sarah with the birth of their son, Isaac. Despite their advanced age, God remained faithful to His word, and Sarah conceived and bore Isaac, whose name means "laughter." Sarah expresses joy and amazement at God's miraculous work, marveling that she could have a child in her old age. This passage highlights God's faithfulness and the joy that comes when His promises are fulfilled, no matter how improbable the circumstances may seem.
Sept 15, 2024 - Sunday Spotlight - When God Brings About Good from Hurtful Spaces
September 15, 2024 • Pastor Brandon • Genesis 50:15–21
Genesis 50:15-21 recounts a significant moment of reconciliation between Joseph and his brothers after the death of their father, Jacob. The brothers fear that Joseph will seek revenge for their past betrayal when they sold him into slavery. However, Joseph responds with remarkable grace and forgiveness. He reassures them, saying that what they intended for harm, God used for good, to bring about the saving of many lives during the famine.
Sept 1, 2024 - Lost Sheep
September 8, 2024 • Pastor Stuart • Luke 15:1–7
This parable emphasizes God's deep compassion and love for every individual, especially those who have strayed. It portrays God as a shepherd who actively seeks out the lost and celebrates their return.
Sept 8, 2024 - Bound to Not Get Along
September 8, 2024 • Pastor Stuart • Colossians 3:12–17
Colossians 3:12-17 speaks to the Christian calling to embody virtues that reflect the character of Christ. In this passage, the apostle Paul instructs believers to "clothe" themselves with qualities such as compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
