Unremarkably Remarkable

Have you had your 15 minutes of fame? Probably not — most of us never will. We live; we die, and this great big world barely even notices.

This sermon looks at someone in the Bible who lived like us — obscure, anything but famous. Yet, in God’s eyes, he lived very well. From his example, we’ll gain insight about “the meaning of it all.”

Today’s scripture: 2 Chronicles 27:1-9

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They Did What?!

We’re exploring one of those Bible stories that makes you cringe, but also makes you think deeply about important questions like: Are all religions created equal? And, if not, what should we do about it?

Today’s scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:1-8

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He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not

Sometimes we feel really disconnected from God. Some of us have always felt that way. We hear others talk about their “close personal walk with God,” and they seem like aliens. Why can’t I feel that way? What’s wrong with me?

This sermon examines the one essential prerequisite for feeling close to God. It’s not what you think!

Today’s scripture: Psalm 63:1-8

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Dark Shadows

We have good intentions about a consistent prayer life. Then life happens. Time gets squeezed. We think we have things under control on our own. But do we really?

Today’s scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

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Another Lap Around The Sun

Listen, reflect, and begin the New Year with spiritual focus. Here are some tools for self-evaluation and some practical examples to serve as points of comparison. Get ready to live 2012 to its fullest!

Today’s scripture: Mark 8:34-38

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Christmas Remembrances

Walk with us as we retrace the Christmas story and apply it to our own lives through personal Christmas reflections.

Today’s scripture: Luke 1:39-56, and Luke 2:1-7

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When Christmas Really Began

Suppose we told you that somewhere around 1800 B.C. the seed that ultimately grew into Christmas was first planted. Would you have any idea what we’re talking about? We’ll explore the roots of Christmas and, in the process, learn much about life and God.

Today’s scripture: Genesis 49:1-2, 8-12

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Lights, Camera, Action!

As Christmas approaches, another year of life draws to a close, and a new one will soon begin. Yawn. Here we go again. Why should I care? What’s the meaning of life?

Today’s scripture: Luke 2:8-20

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Speak Easy

Words come easy. We think something, so we speak it, rarely considering the potential impact. Everybody does it.

Yet the words we speak have enormous power to shape reality – and to shape our own life experience.

Today’s scripture: I Peter 1:22, 2:1, 2:17, 4:7-11, 5:5

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Waiting…

It’s one of the hardest things to do. Yet if done right, waiting can also be one of the most powerful things we do. This sermon takes a look at two Bible characters who show us how to wait well.

Today’s scripture: Luke 2:22-33, 36-38

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The Circle Of Life

We’re up; we’re down. Then we’re up again, and down again. Eventually we die; then what? Why does life have to be so confusing? This sermon examines a passage of Scripture that offers insight for both the ups and downs of this life, and our prospects in the next.

Today’s scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

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Love Life!

Authentic religious life is not about renouncing fun and giving up good times. Jesus had so much fun, his critics accused him of being “a glutton and a drunkard.” And we are called to be like him. So let’s get the party started!

Today’s scripture: John 2:1-11

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When a Bad Man Prays

Most of us feel pretty inadequate. Spiritually speaking, we know we fall short. For us, Jesus has a message of hope and encouragement.

Today’s scripture: Luke 18:9-14

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