This week we’ll look at a Bible story that manages to capture the essence of life – in all its hope, disappointment, malaise, anger, doubt, and yearning – and shows us how an ordinary life can become extraordinary. Join us to discover the missing piece – the catalyst that allows us to live into our […]
Author Archives: Jeff Miner
Feeling Close to God
Most of us want to feel close to God, but often don’t. This Sunday we’ll look at a great Bible story that offers practical insights for how we can get past those barriers and build a genuine friendship with God.
Tension In The Air
Wherever there are people, there will be conflict – and how we respond (inwardly and outwardly) dramatically impacts our quality of life. How well do you do with conflict? This Sunday we’ll look at a great Bible story that offers powerful insights about how we can triumph over conflict.
The Circle of Life
Through the monumental events of Easter, God intended to teach us a vital lesson that is applicable to every loss we will ever experience in life. Are you clear on that lesson? Are you living it? Join us Sunday to be reminded, refreshed, and renewed!
Stressed To The Breaking Point
This week we’ll continue our mini-series on the last days of Jesus leading up to Easter. We’ll focus on how Jesus reacted to the incredible stress of the cross, drawing powerful lessons for how we should respond to situations of great stress.
How Much Grace Do I Have To Show?
It’s the age old question. Yes, God wants me to be gracious, but surely there are limits? Am I allowed to defend myself? When does grace become “enabling”? In our relationships with children, spouses, friends, and coworkers, how do we choose between grace and accountability? These are some of the practical questions we’ll explore this Sunday, […]
A New Way of Seeing Myself
Suppose you sit down with a new life coach for the first time to get better acquainted. After a little introductory chitchat, your new coach asks you a big, open-ended question: “How do you feel about yourself – and why?” What’s the first thing that flashes into your head? This week we’ll resume our sermon […]
Living Into Our Destiny
This Sunday will be our annual “State of the Church” sermon where we celebrate what God has been doing through us and anticipate the great things that still lay before us. If you’re a regular part of LifeJourney, join us to celebrate the positive difference your participation is making. If you’re new to LifeJourney, this will […]
Grace vs. Hell
We serve a God of grace. So what should a thinking Christian do with the concept of Hell? This Sunday we’ll tackle that “hot” issue – pun intended. If you’ve ever been troubled about the concept of Hell, you won’t want to miss this sermon. We will dig deep into the Scriptures to explore three different ways […]
Life’s Challenges
Today we take a quick break from “The Heart of God” series and learn about four young Israelites…and “vegetables.” The message is a unique twist on the norm — forum style — with three Pastors and the congregation digging deep into the scripture, Daniel 1:1-21.
Out, Damn Spot!
Those famous words – from Shakespeare’s Lady Macbeth – remind us of the power of guilt and how often we get stuck there, unable to internalize God’s grace. This week, as we continue our sermon series on grace, we’ll explore how to move beyond guilt to a place of genuine grace.
Thou Shalt Not!
From the time we were kids, we’ve been hearing about The Commandments – all kinds of religious rules we’re supposed to keep. Do this, don’t do that! And that’s how most religious people live. Yet the Bible says that there is a better way to live a spiritual life – that “Christ is the end […]
Our Worst Fear
We want to belong, to be loved, to fit in. But we live in a conditional world: “You will belong if. . . .” Behind every “if” is an expectation. Our greatest fear is that we will fail to meet those expectations and be cast out. This week we’ll look at a dramatic Gospel story […]