In this sermon we will continue our study of the mission of the church in Titus 1:10-16. In this passage, Paul challenges us to confront dangerous errors that often try to worm their way into the church. We must fight for the truth that our salvation is based on faith alone and there is nothing we can (or need to) add to it. At the same time, God holds us accountable to live out that truth by living for Him.

As you prepare for the message, please read the passage and ask yourself,

"Why is it important to fight/stand up for the truth of salvation?" "What difference does that truth make in your life?"

The Apostle Paul challenges our church to raise up godly leaders in Titus 1:5-9. Elders are one example of those kinds of leaders, but every believer should aspire to grow in spiritual maturity.

As you prepare for the message, please read the passage and ask yourself,

"Am I growing in my love for the Lord?"

"Do I lead/inspire others to know/worship Him?"

"Does my character reflect my relationship with Jesus?"

We start a new sermon series through the book of Titus. Our focus will be on what God says our mission/goal as a church should be. In Titus 1:1-4, we'll talk about our responsibility to know the truth, live it out, and trust in the hope of eternal life.

As you prepare for the message, please read the passage and ask yourself, "How did I come to know God's truth?" "How does knowing that truth make a difference in my life?"

Exodus 33:18 through the end of chapter 34 tells us about how God gave Moses a powerful glimpse of His glory. Through this event, Moses comes to a deeper understanding of God's mercy, grace, love, faithfulness, forgiveness, and justice. That experience has a profound impact on Moses and it can have an impact on us too. As we understand more of who God is, our lives are changed and other people can see the difference. What is God's character? How should drawing close to God impact my life?

In this sermon we will pick up the story of the Israelites and the gold calf in Exodus 32:30-33:17. In this passage, Moses attempts to restore the relationship with God. The situation becomes more desperate when God threatens to not go with them into the Promised Land. The people mourn and seek God because they realize being with God is more important than anything else. Will God go with His people? Does He go with you? Do I value knowing God and being in His presence through Jesus Christ? If so, how much do I value that relationship?

In this sermon we will look at the infamous story of the golden calf from Exodus 32. We'll learn about the deceptiveness of sin and the damage it can cause. Yet, we will also see our need for a mediator and God's amazing compassion for His people. We should turn away from idols in our own lives, but when we fail, our God is gracious and merciful. What idols am I tempted by? How does God respond to me when I sin?

Elder Tom Toone shares with us from Exodus 15:22-27. We'll talk about moving from bitter complaining to trusting and obeying God. What do I have a tendency to complain about?
What should I do instead?

Elder Tom Toone shares from Exodus 4:1-17. In this passage, Moses is told by God to do something for Him, just like He tells us to do things for Him. Moses comes up with reasons/excuses for why he can't do what the Lord is asking, just like we come up with reasons/excuses for ignoring God's directions. God is patient and gracious in reassuring Moses up to a certain point. God is patient and gracious with us as well up to a certain point. Ultimately, it is time for Moses to simply trust and obey God, just like we need to fully trust and obey.

What reasons/excuses do I come up with for not doing what God is asking me to do?
How can I trust and obey God?

In this sermon we look at the powerful first encounter Moses has with God at the burning bush from Exodus Chapter 3. Along with Moses, we will learn that God is holy, that He is our deliverer, that He will be with us, that He is the great I AM, and that He is in control of all things.
What does it mean that God is holy? What difference should that make in my life?

Pastor Tom will shares from Mark 14:26-31 about Jesus' prediction that His disciples would deny and abandon Him. Jesus knew from eternity past that they would deny Him and leave Him all alone, and yet, He still goes before them and claims them as His own. He does the same with us. When we are faithless, we can rest knowing that Jesus will be faithful.

How have I been faithless to Jesus?
How has He remained faithful to me?

Elder Tom challenged us with 4 warning signs that may indicate that we are drifting from God.
What does ‘drifting away’ from God look like? Am I drifting away from God?

We continue seeking the answer to the question “Now What?” How should we live in this confusing time? What should we do?

This week, we are going to think about what we should do when God feels distant. With all the craziness in the world today, we can sometimes wonder if God is really with us. In Psalm 19, we will discover where and how we can see God at all times.

Do I feel close to God or does He seem distant? What should I do to get closer to God?