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Message-Based Study Guides

September 29, 2024

Re-Thread: Weaving Life & Good News

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

There is a common thread of “Re” in the Bible. There is a common thread of “Re” woven into each of our lives as well. God weaves it into our lives by revealing Himself to us, giving us second chances, forgiving our wrongs, and bringing healing into our pain. That thread is the Good News.

September 22, 2024

Re-Thread: Weaving Life & Good News

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

There is a common thread of “Re” in the Bible, and there is a common thread of “Re” woven into each of our lives as well. God weaves it into our lives by revealing Himself to us, giving us second chances, forgiving our wrongs, and bringing healing into our pain. That thread is the Good News.

September 15, 2024

Heart to Heart: A tale of two sabbaticals

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

God is always present, even when times are tough. There has probably been a time you wondered, “Why is this happening to me?” Last week, Billy described the lessons learned from his recent much-needed sabbatical. This week he recalls the lessons learned in the adversity of an earlier forced “sabbatical” due to a severe illness. In our darkest hours, God has much to teach us about Himself and our need for Him.

September 8, 2024

Heart to Heart: A tale of two sabbaticals

Main Idea:

In this week’s message, Billy talks heart to heart about some experiences from his summer sabbatical and shares his testimony and Scripture that really was meaningful to his experiences.

September 1, 2024

Family Sunday

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

We have to accept the seed of Christ before we are able to go share the gospel with others.

August 25, 2024

Renew Together - 40th Anniversary Celebration

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

When we read the Word, we need to pay attention and
listen closely, and we will see our heart and soul enriched.

August 18, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Adam Udinski

Main Idea:

Peter tells us that he has now written two letters meant to stir us up by refreshing our memories. Peter could remember that he literally stood firm on the waves of the sea by keeping his eyes on his Savior. We need to pay attention to his repeated message to humbly stand firm in Jesus.

August 11, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Matt Schroeder

Main Idea:

Peter wrote 2 Peter to tell his brothers and sisters in Christ that they need to confront false teaching and deal with it head on. We as the body of Christ must be bold in our faith and confident that Christ is with us.

August 4, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Matt Schroeder

Main Idea:

Peter wrote 1 and 2 Peter knowing that his time on earth would be coming to an end as his execution under Emperor Nero was nearly at hand. Yet Peter wrote these letters reaffirming fellow believers to Stand Firm in their faith and to trust in their Lord.

July 28, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Adam Udinski

Main Idea:

The disciples that Jesus called, were ordinary, regular men. By living with and having faith in Jesus, they had their lives changed and Peter is one of the most well- documented examples in scripture.

July 21, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Marv Nelson

Main Idea:

When we press into Christ during our suffering we will receive a reward.

July 14, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Rev. Scott Allen

Main Idea:

When we press into Christ during our suffering we will receive a reward.

July 7, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Zach Gendall

Main Idea:

As Christians we need to prepare ourselves for the suffering we will face. Our time on earth is short and we will face suffering, trials and even persecution for our faith. How can we, therefore, arm ourselves in Him so we stand firm in our faith?

June 30, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Kenton Hock

Main Idea:

As Christians we will experience suffering and challenges, but we know with the resurrection of Jesus Christ we have been saved and Christ is with us.

June 23, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Kenton Hock

Main Idea:

The book of 1 Peter begins with a beautiful description of the miracle that God gave us: salvation through Jesus Christ and life forever with Him.

June 16, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Zach Gendall

Main Idea:

Therefore, Take Action

June 9, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Rev. Scott Allen

Main Idea:

Perhaps Peter’s greatest takeaway from these letters is: “Stand firm in Christ.” Next to Jesus, Peter has the most written about him in Scripture of any man,
and was one of His faithful apostles.

June 2, 2024

Baptism Sunday

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

“Something has to die if there is going to be newness of life.” Baptism is an opportunity for us to make a public declaration of our relationship with Christ and the walk we have with Him.

May 26, 2024

Relational, Inspirational, Invitational: The Bible & Prayer

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

How to Study the Bible: Studying a passage in the Bible involves three essential steps: observation, interpretation and application.

May 19, 2024

Relational, Inspirational, Invitational: The Bible & Prayer

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

God desires to be in relationship with us. Through the Bible, He wants to speak to us. But some people say the Bible is full of contradictions. They say Jesus invalidated the Old Testament. They say God endorses violence and war in the Bible.

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