I am so excited for our fall series that kicks off on September 11 called The Journey of a Lifetime. Each of us is on a spiritual journey. Jesus is inviting you on the journey of a lifetime to know God, feed your soul, grow in love, and change your world. In this four-week … [Read More…] September 4, 2022
Life is learned, and we’re all learning how to live from someone. And at the end of the day, we will live our lives in one of three ways: by Default (replicating familial patterns), by Drift (doing what everyone else is doing), or by Design (building your life with intention). In this sermon, we … [Read More…] Built For Life
Last Sunday I spoke at the Bethany Beach Tabernacle in Michigan, and our family decided stay a few extra days to enjoy the lake. We had a great time playing in the water and soaking up the sun. I’ve got a pretty impressive farmer’s tan now! There’s something about being on the water … [Read More…] July 24, 2022
What does God want from us? It’s a confusing and frustrating question, but we can find a helpful answer in Micah 6:1-8 where God gives Israel a clear answer. Three things the Lord requires: do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God. So, what does this answer mean? Do Justice: In … [Read More…] What Does God Require?
In Jesus, the Kingdom of Heaven is breaking into reality, establishing a beachhead of the new creation. And Jesus is inviting us to follow Him into this cosmic disruption. It’s the opportunity of a lifetime, to get in on the ground floor of the greatest Kingdom the world will ever know. Here’s our choice: … [Read More…] Treasures In Heaven
The decision handed down a few hours ago from the Supreme Court of the United States in the case Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization is a pivotal moment in the history of our country and a hopeful development for those who cherish the sanctity of life. In many ways, this decision signals a new … [Read More…] The Sacredness of Human Life
I still remember the day I first met Grandpa Friend in his hometown of Soap Lake in the irrigated farmlands of Eastern Washington. Krista and I had been dating awhile, and it was time to meet her extended family. LeRoy Friend raised cows to sell at auction, and was as salt-of-the-earth as they come. … [Read More…] June 26, 2022
