Rev. Matt Miller (Titus 1:5-9) Previously we learned what makes a good leader. In this passage we learn some of what makes a bad one. Knowing the right teaching leads to the right actions and feelings.
WHO TO VOTE FOR: Defining Biblical Leadership
October 18th, 2020
WHO TO VOTE FOR: Leadership Lessons from Titus
October 11th, 2020
Rev. Matt Miller (Titus 1:1-4) There are all kinds of leaders, some are elected and some aren’t. This election season we’ll look at biblical leadership so we can vote intelligently but also to see how each of us are called to lead others closer to Christ.
Come to Jesus
October 4th, 2020
Russell Jung (Matthew 11:25-30) Jesus famously said, “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” In this message we will explore this amazing invitation and seek to understand the deeper meaning of being heavy laden and receiving rest. Jesus is the one who said it and he is the one who can grant it.
THE GENEROUS LIFE: Giving Cheerfully
September 27th, 2020
Rev. Matt Miller (2 Corinthians 9:6-15) Our generosity is driven by joy, not guilt. In this final message on The Generous Life, Paul calls the Church to give in a ‘hilarious’ manner, that is cheerfully. Our giving should be the same.
THE GENEROUS LIFE: Changing Culture
September 20th, 2020
Rev. Matt Miller (2 Corinthians 8:1-15) We may not realize it but we all have a certain kind of culture. It’s usually only noticeable when we find ourselves outside our culture. The Bible calls us to create a culture of generosity. They way this happens is by grace. In this letter, Paul reminds the Corinthians all that God had done for them in Christ, which leads them to generosity.
THE GENEROUS LIFE: The Simple Mindset
September 13th, 2020
Rev. Matt Miller (Matthew 19:16-26) This week we revisit Richard Foster’s book Celebration of Discipline with the act of simplicity. Complexity isn’t all bad but it can lead to malfunction. In his chapter on simplicity, Foster reminds us of what the rich young ruler learned when Jesus taught him about generosity.
THE GENEROUS LIFE: A Lavish God
September 6th, 2020
Rev. Matt Miller (1 Timothy 6:17-19) Generosity begins with understanding how much God has given to us. As we realize and remember his wonderful blessings, we are able to think about all our resources as something to share.
LOVING LIFE: That You May Know
August 30th, 2020
Rev. Matt Miller (1 John 5:13-21) As our series on 1 John comes to a close, John wants to remind us of what we can be certain of, what we know. Repeatedly, John has reminded us that we can have confidence in Christ and who he has called us to be. How important to know in a time with so much certainty. Today, he gives us four ways to have confidence in what we know.
LOVING LIFE: Unbelief on Trial
August 23rd, 2020
Rev. Matt Miller (1 John 5:6-12) Court TV and crime shows have always been popular on television. Stories that follow the good guys seeking justice captivate our minds and hearts. In this text, John is laying out the testimony for belief and we are invited in.
LOVING LIFE: Loving Loyalty
August 16th, 2020
Rev. Matt Miller (1 John 5:1-5) The defining characteristic of a follower of Jesus is not how passionately she sings praise songs. It’s not how committed he is to bible study. It’s not regularly he attends worship. In this message, Pastor Matt talks about what John tells us is of paramount importance in the Christian life: obedience.