The message of the Reformation was actually a lot more simple than we make it out to be. We think it was about indulgences and popes. We think it was about Martin Luther and a host of other reformers. But in actuality the emphasis was Jesus. This week Pastor Derrick shares about the Reformation and what we can learn about the Reformation from presidential elections and pillow forts.
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No one wants to be alone. Just about everyone has a need to be needed. We may want our space from time to time but everyone needs companionship. This week Pastor Derrick shares some famous words from Scripture and some famous words from a popular song from a couple of decades ago. See what it means to be able to lean on Jesus.
This week Pastor Derrick shares the power of the bible. He gets personal with his desire that we read the bible and take it to heart.
It’s pretty likely that you’ve heard something about the Bible’s account of creation. And you’re likely aware of the narrative known as the Fall. But what do these two historic biblical events have to do with you and me today? It’s easy to look at these in the abstract and relate them to a different time and place. It’s even tempting to look at them as isolated events in history. But I believe we do a disservice to God’s purpose when we isolate these two events from the rest of the story of scripture. Continue reading
Discipleship is a buzz word in the church. There are books written about it. People speak about it. Jesus even tells us to be about it. But do we really understand what it’s all about? Listen as Pastor Derrick helps define a disciple and outline 3 character traits of a disciple.
Who got you to where you are today? Who was your mentor? Who shared faith with you to teach you about the love of Jesus? Listen as Pastor Derrick shares the importance of sticking to the message and sharing the love of Jesus with people where you live work and play.
It’s easy to preach a gospel message that sounds more like just be a better person. But in all reality, that isn’t the message of the gospel. The message of the gospel is one of fighting, struggle, but also assurance in Jesus’ work. Listen this week as Pastor Derrick shares what it means to fight the good fight.
For whom do you pray? Do you pray for your family? Friends? What about your neighbors, even the ones you really don’t know? What about your co-workers going through rough times? All of these are great! But what about your enemies? How often do you pray for your enemies? Paul teaches Timothy to pray for all people. Then he highlights rulers and those in authority. This week we should pray for our authorities and those running for office. Listen as Pastor Derrick explains why praying for them is so important.
The letters of Timothy in the new testament are actually letters to Timothy. They’re written by Paul to his young student. As Paul writes, he is sharing simple truths with Timothy on how he should live. Listen this week as Pastor Derrick introduces this new series and challenges us with Paul’s example.
Where were you? Do you remember where you were on this day 15 years ago? Do you remember what you were doing when you heard the news on the day evil was unleashed on our nation? On a day marked by the numbers of our call for help (9/11) we were crippled in fear and horror. Yet we were energized by anger and hatred. How could someone do something so atrocious? Our stomachs ached as we watched the second plane plunge into the second tower. We crumbled when we heard of acts of heroism and valor. On that day we vowed, with no uncertainty, We will never forget! Continue reading