December 20 - HOPE

Based on Mary's song in Luke, Pastor Brad asks us to consider the source of our own hope.  For Mary, it was a remembrance of the mighty things that God had already done. "He has done great things." What has he done for you?

December 13 2015 - Choosing Joy (Natalee Hamby)

In the 3rd week of Advent, Natalee Hamby challenges us to CHOOSE JOY - and to be prepared to be changed by it.

November 29 2015 - Restore Us: PEACE

In the first week of Advent, Pastor Brad refers to Psalm 80. Will we begin the Advent season by asking God to restore one of the most important things we can have: peace? (The message included the video at https://youtu.be/CBHoZ0DLuao.)

November 8 2015 - The Story Week 13: The King Who Had It All

What is the nature of wisdom, and do we ask for it?  This is the topic of Week 13 of The Story.

November 1 2015 - The Story Week 12, The Trials of a King

David is described as a "man after God's own heart." He is (made) after God's heart, and he is (chasing) after God's heart.  Are we? How we react when confronted with our sin helps to answer that question.

October 25 2015 - The Story Week 11, From Shepherd to King

Men look at external appearances, but God looks at the heart.  The story of David brings this to light!  What potential has God placed in you that is just waiting to be revealed - to bring hope, love, and compassion?

October 18 2015 - The Story Week 10, Standing Tall Falling Hard

In Week 10, Pastor Brad explores 3 key distortions found in the story of Samuel and Saul (1 Samuel 1-15): hypocrisy, conformity, and misrepresentation. How do we fall into the same temptations?

October 11, 2015 - Ruth

In Week 9 of The Story, Pastor Brad explores the story of Ruth & Naomi...and Boaz. How does God ask us to be a modern-day Boaz?  Whose life might we redeem? (Special thanks to Naomi Montgomery for sharing her experience of being "Ruth.")

October 4 2015 - The Story Week 8 - Judges (Natalee Hamby)

Natalee explores the book of Judges and, more specifically, Gideon. How will you hear God's call?  And are we doing things to prepare a new generation to know God's voice?

September 27 2015 - The Story Week 7: The Battle Begins

Joshua offers the challenging words to the Israelites: Throw away your other gods. Choose this day whom you will serve.  What are our gods?  Will we have the courage to throw them out...and not pick them right back up?

September 20 2015 - The Story Week 6 - Wandering

As the people make their way in the desert, God provides for them in the form of manna.  They must DEPEND on God, and they must do it DAILY. They must also truly DEPART from Egypt. Will we do the same?

September 13 2015 - The Story Week 5: New Commands

In Week 5 of The Story, the people of Israel are free from Egypt! But how will they live with God in this newfound freedom? God gives them a good start with the 10 Commandments. Will we stay within the boundaries that God establishes?

September 6 2015 - The Story Week 4: Deliverance

Week 4 of The Story follows Moses as he listens to God and demands "Let my people go."  God chooses and uses unlikely people as he displays his heart, which desires freedom for his people.

August 30, 2015 - The Story Week 3: Joseph

Week 3 of The Story explores the story of Joseph: from slave to deputy pharaoh. Through it all, he learned to trust in God to change him from arrogant young man to forgiving leader.

August 23 2015 - The Story Week 2: God Builds a Nation

In the second week of The Story, Brad reviews Genesis 12-37.  God often chooses unlikely people (like us), and his ways often lead those people "off the map."  Will we go?

July 19 2015 - I Am the Gate

Jesus says "I am the gate."  The shepherd lays down his life for the sheep...literally.  Will we accept Jesus' gracious offer and enter in?

July 26 2015 - Natalee Dukes Hamby, 2 Samuel 11

Natalee takes a fresh look at the story of David and Bathsheba from 2 Samuel 11.  Are we willing to leave our rooftop wanderings and engage in a process of being purified?  WIll we love the church and serve the church, or will we simply see something that

July 12 2015 - I Am the Bread of Life

Jesus says, "I Am the Bread of Life."
Will we truly feed on him?
Will you make him the center of your life?

June 28 2015 - Be A R.O.L.E. Model

In 2 Corinthians 6, Paul stresses the importance of "commending ourselves" to other so as not to discredit the Gospel.  In light of current circumstances, how are you being a R.O.L.E. model?  (Responsible, Obligated, Leader, Eternal)

June 21 2015 - Generous Living, Generous Giving

When we give to God, it is a highly symbolic act.  It's a way of expressing our deep love and gratitude to God.  In 2 Corinthians, Paul invites us to "EXCEL IN THE GRACE OF GIVING."  Are we offering the best that we have to God, or waiting to see what's left over?

June 14 2015 - Mission Trip Recap

This service focused on a review of the youth mission trip to Jacksonville, FL from June 6-12.

May 31 2015 - Isaiah 6

Isaiah was a prophet who spoke powerful words on behalf of God.  But he, too, realized his limitations.  "Woe to me, for I am a man of unclean lips."  Are we willing to be that honest before God?

May 24 2015 - I Believe in the Holy Catholic Church

"I believe in the holy catholic church."  But do we even understand what those words mean?  Pastor Brad delves into the meaning of each word in this phrase as we try to understand that the church is a gathering of people – worldwide – devoted to holiness through following Jesus Christ.

May 17 2015 - I Believe in the Communion of Saints

"I believe in the communion of saints..."
But do we even know what this means?? The word "saint" comes from the Latin "sanctus", which means "holy."  Do we believe that we can be considered among the people who are holy?
We should...if we believe in the communion of saints!

May 10 2015 - I Believe in Eternal Life

Do you believe in the afterlife?  In eternal life?  In this message, Pastor Brad explores how we are challenged to make this belief shape our actions.  Belief in eternal life can bring us hope and release from fear and worry.

May 3 2015 - I Believe in Forgiveness

Forgiveness is at the core of the Christian faith.  We are challenged both to receive God's forgiveness AND to extend forgiveness to others.  When we don't, we fail to bear the fruit that God intends for us. (The video clip is from Big Hero 6.)

April 26 2015 - I Believe...in the Holy Spirit

Who is the Holy Spirit, and what does He do?  Jesus gives us some insight in John 14:26 - the Spirit teaches and reminds. Do we listen, or do we treat the Spirit as a nag?

April 19 2015 - I Believe...in Jesus

In the second message of this series, Pastor Brad looks at Philippians 2 and the strong confession of belief in Christ.  Will you say, "Jesus is my Lord"?

April 12 2015 - Confirmation Sunday

On this special Sunday, youth are confirmed in their faith and the congregation celebrates several baptisms.  In addition, you're invited to listen along and consider Holy Communion and a remembrance of your own baptism.

April 5 2015 - Easter Sunday

In the final "close encounter" of the series, Pastor Brad discusses the myth of Mary Magdalene compared to her likely reality.  Do you think God can use you - even if you're "just" pretty average, pretty ordinary, pretty decent?

March 29 2015 - Close Encounters Luke 23

Luke 23 brings the story of a criminal hung on a cross beside Jesus.  In one small encounter, everything changes for him. Viewed as one of society's worst, Jesus nevertheless offers him His best.

March 22 2015 - Close Encounters, John 4

The story of Jesus' encounter with a woman who is not like him.  He offers her living water.  What is he offering you?  And will you accept it?

March 15 2015 - Close Encounters John 9

In John 9, a blind man encounters Jesus.  He leaves that encounter a changed man...and he doesn't stay quiet about it.  What is it that WE have to say about Jesus' impact on our lives?

March 1 2015 - Close Encounters Week 2

Jesus asks Peter a very important question at a very important place: "Who do you say that I am?"  He asks the same question to us.  What is your answer?

February 15 2015 - Clarity in the Clouds

In the Biblical story of Jesus' transfiguration (Matthew 17, Mark 9, Luke 9), Jesus' identity is made clear.  We also see clearly how we are to respond: LISTEN TO HIM!

February 8 2015 - Rip It, Roll It, Punch It (Natalee Hamby)

Natalee brings a message from Psalms and Isaiah - with a little help from Nemo and a turtle!

February 1 2015 - Love Builds Up

In 1 Corinthians 8, Paul encourages believers to focus on building one another up.  Following Christ changes you, and causes you to look beyond "me."

January 11 2015 - Psalm 1: Rooted

Staying in the first 3 verses of Psalm 1, Pastor Brad explores making our roots go deep.  How do we "meditate on the law of the Lord day and night"?

January 4 2015 - Psalm 1: Planted

The first in the new series based on Psalm 1, focused on being PLANTED, ROOTED, AND GROWING.  Before we think about putting roots down and growing, we need to consider where we're planted.