In this sermon, Pastor Ben reminds us of the need for enduring faith and the promise of an eternal home with the Lord if we endure. Sermon: Why Keep Following Jesus? Introduction Good morning, church family! It is an immense privilege to proclaim God’s Word today as one of your pastors. Let’s dive into the…
In this sermon, Pastor Matt explains what it means to ‘sin deliberately’, and how believers can hold fast to Jesus in humility, avoiding the icebergs of sin and destruction. The Danger of Deliberate Sin Introduction In 1912, the Titanic, deemed unsinkable, set sail from Southampton, England, bound for New York City under the command of…
Does Hebrews 10:25 mean that I should participate in Sunday worship regularly? Yes, with a few caveats for those unable through infirmity, or works of necessity or charity. Sermon: The Importance of Gathering Together Introduction To connect with people, I included “hockey” in the title—go Oilers! Today’s message is simple: understanding and applying the command…
Faith as a Love Story 1) Confess love to God in Truth 2) Remember your Baptism 3) Be provoked to Love in Community A Love Story with Christ Thesis: Our relationship with Christ should be a love story, as God calls us to love Him with all our heart, soul, and mind. This love transcends metaphors of obedience or servitude, reflecting a…
If Christ has cleansed my conscience, then why do I feel so guilty? Because in Christ, we have a conscience that is still guilty when we sin, but it can be cleared in Christ. So when our conscience is bothering us, we should 1- Assess – We have nothing apart from Christ but forgiveness in Christ. 2 – Confess – Our Sins.…
“Oh death, won’t you spare me till another year?” But what is this I cannot see, with ice-cold hands taking hold of me? “I am Death, none can excel; I open the door to heaven or hell.” These words echo the reality of mortality, leading us to Hebrews 9:27: “Just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that…
In the new covenant, God has provided tangible ways to experience His grace through His Word and the bread and cup of communion. We encounter Christ’s priestly work through the Word, bread, and blood. Palm Sunday Sermon: Jesus, Our Great High Priest Introduction: Jesus Enters Jerusalem as the Great High Priest On Palm Sunday, we celebrate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, where…
In this message, Pastor Ben describes the three pillars of a better hope that only Jesus can bring. 1. Access to God through Christ 2. Christ guarantees the New Covenant 3. He can save completely Sermon: The Pillars of Our Better Hope Good morning, brothers and sisters! This is the day the Lord has made—let…
In this message, Pastor Ben demonstrates how Melchizedek foreshadows Jesus. 1. By his eternal priesthood 2. He is greater than Abraham 3. He is greater than Levi and the Levitical priesthood.